Subaru Outback vs Tesla Model Y
Subaru Outback
$31,500 – $32,000
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Subaru Outback vs Tesla Model Y. Subaru Outback offers the strongest value on price. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
Subaru Outback
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
4.7/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Subaru Outback
$31,500 – $32,000
Rating: 4.6/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Subaru Outback |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Subaru | Tesla |
| Model | Outback | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | Crossover SUV / Wagon | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $31,500 – $32,000 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $32,000 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $30,500 | $47,990 |
| Engine | 2.5L Boxer 4-Cylinder / 2.4L Turbo Boxer 4-Cylinder | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 180 hp (2.5L) / 260 hp (Turbo) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft (2.5L) / 277 lb-ft (Turbo) | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 6.0 - 8.8 seconds (0-60 mph) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 128 mph | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 21-25 MPG city / 27-31 MPG highway | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | N/A | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | Standard low emission configuration | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | N/A | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | N/A | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.6/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 8.4 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 9.0 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 8.5 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 8.7 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 9.1 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive across all trims; Generous ground clearance for light off-roading; Spacious cargo a... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | CVT transmission can drone under heavy acceleration; Exterior styling leans closer to conventional SUV conformity; Infot... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
