Subaru Outback vs Volkswagen Tiguan
Overview | |
MSRP$34,995 | MSRP$30,805 |
Listings964 | Listings4767 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryThe redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback may look like an SUV, but it retains all the advantages of its wagon predecessors. It's as impressive off-road as it is comfortable on pavement, while numerous feature enhancements are clear indications that Subaru pays close attention to how its customers use their vehicles. Verdict: In terms of price, performance, and practicality, we found no notable flaws with the redesigned Outback, making it a top choice for adventure-bound shoppers. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.6 cu ft | Cargo Space33.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3741 lbs | Curb Weight3563 lbs |
Height67.5 in | Height66.1 in |
Length191.7 in | Length184.4 in |
Width82.9 in | Width84.7 in |
Wheelbase108.1 in | Wheelbase109.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload959 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,995 | $30,805 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback may look like an SUV, but it retains all the advantages of its wagon predecessors. It's as impressive off-road as it is comfortable on pavement, while numerous feature enhancements are clear indications that Subaru pays close attention to how its customers use their vehicles. Verdict: In terms of price, performance, and practicality, we found no notable flaws with the redesigned Outback, making it a top choice for adventure-bound shoppers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5800 rpm | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5800 rpm | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.6 cu ft | 33.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3741 lbs | 3563 lbs |
Height | 67.5 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 191.7 in | 184.4 in |
Width | 82.9 in | 84.7 in |
Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 109.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 959 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2700 lbs | 1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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