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Subaru Outback vs Tesla Model Y

Subaru Outback $39,850
Tesla Model Y $47,990 – $48,990

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Comparing Subaru Outback vs Tesla Model Y. Subaru Outback offers the strongest value on price. Subaru Outback leads on expert rating.

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Overall Winner Subaru Outback
Best Value Subaru Outback
Top Rated Subaru Outback
Fuel Economy Tesla Model Y
Performance Tesla Model Y

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Subaru Outback

Subaru Outback

$39,850
Rating: 4.8/10
Tesla Model Y

Tesla Model Y

$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
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Specification Subaru
Outback
Tesla
Model Y
Brand Subaru Tesla
Model Outback Model Y
Year 2026 2026
Type Ev
Body Style Mid-Size Adventure Wagon Crossover Compact Crossover SUV
Current Price $39,850 $47,990 – $48,990
MSRP $39,850 $48,990
Dealer Price $38,600 $47,990
Engine 2.4L Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-Cylinder Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower 260 hp 384 hp (est.)
Torque 277 lb-ft Instant electric torque
0–60 mph 5.8 sec (0-60 mph) 4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 130 mph 135 mph
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Mileage / MPG 25 MPG Combined (22 City / 29 Hwy) 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV) N/A 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions LEV3-SULEV30 Certified 0 g/mi
Battery N/A Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging N/A 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)
Expert Rating 4.8/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 156 2240
Performance Score 9.2 9.0
Comfort Score 9.3 8.7
Safety Score EyeSight Driver Assist Technology with Wide-Angle Mono Camera 9.1
Fuel Economy Score 22 mpg 9.5
Technology Score 9.4 9.5
Value Score 9.3 9.0
Pros Gutsy 260 hp turbocharged BOXER engine provides strong acceleration and 3,500 lb towing; Water-repellent StarTex upholst... Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons Lineartronic CVT transmission prioritizes efficiency over crisp manual shift feel; Fuel economy (25 MPG Combined) is low... Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...