Subaru Outback 2017 vs Toyota RAV4 2019
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Estate car / wagon | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Subaru Outback is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Toyota RAV4 has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Subaru Outback is available only with four wheel (4x4) drive, while Toyota RAV4 can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Toyota RAV4 also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 2.5 - 3.6 (petrol) | 2.0 - 2.5 (petrol, hybrid) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Toyota RAV4 is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 175 - 260 HP | 149 - 222 HP | |
| Torque: | 235 - 350 NM | 206 - 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 - 10.2 seconds | 6 - 11 seconds | |
| In general, Subaru Outback are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Toyota RAV4. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 - 9.9 | 1.0 - 8.4 | |
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Subaru Outback petrol engines consumes on average 2.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than Toyota RAV4. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 200 - 221 mm (7.9 - 8.7 inches) | 180 - 218 mm (7.1 - 8.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru Outback can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.60 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.68 m | 1.69 m | |
| Subaru Outback is 22 cm longer than the Toyota RAV4, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Subaru Outback is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 512 litres | 580 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
2076 litres | 1977 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Subaru Outback uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Subaru Outback (by 99 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Subaru Outback is 0.8 metres less than that of the Toyota RAV4, which means Subaru Outback can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`115 kg | ~ 2`127 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`679 kg | ~ 1`612 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 436 kg | ~ 515 kg | |
| Subaru Outback load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 18 procentiem less than Toyota RAV4. Therefore, Toyota RAV4 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | |||
| The Subaru Outback scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 15 200 | 23 600 | |
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