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Subaru Outback vs Toyota RAV4

Subaru Outback $31,500 – $32,000
Toyota RAV4 $35,699 – $36,450

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Comparing Subaru Outback vs Toyota RAV4. Subaru Outback offers the strongest value on price. Toyota RAV4 leads on expert rating.

Category Winners

Overall Winner Toyota RAV4
Best Value Subaru Outback
Top Rated Toyota RAV4
Fuel Economy Toyota RAV4
Performance Toyota RAV4

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Price & Reviews

Model Year

Expert Rating

Subaru Outback

Subaru Outback

$31,500 – $32,000
Rating: 4.6/10
Toyota RAV4

Toyota RAV4

$35,699 – $36,450
Rating: 4.7/10
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Specification Subaru
Outback
Toyota
RAV4
Brand Subaru Toyota
Model Outback RAV4
Year 2026 2026
Type
Body Style Crossover SUV / Wagon Compact Crossover SUV
Current Price $31,500 – $32,000 $35,699 – $36,450
MSRP $32,000 $36,450
Dealer Price $30,500 $35,199
Engine 2.5L Boxer 4-Cylinder / 2.4L Turbo Boxer 4-Cylinder 2.5L Hybrid System
Horsepower 180 hp (2.5L) / 260 hp (Turbo) 236 hp (AWD net combined)
Torque 178 lb-ft (2.5L) / 277 lb-ft (Turbo) Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed)
0–60 mph 6.0 - 8.8 seconds (0-60 mph) Approx. 7.0 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 128 mph Approx. 115 mph
Fuel Type Gasoline Hybrid
Mileage / MPG 21-25 MPG city / 27-31 MPG highway 40 MPG combined (AWD hybrid est.)
Range (EV) N/A N/A
Emissions Standard low emission configuration ULEV/SULEV compliant (market dependent)
Battery N/A Lithium-ion hybrid battery
Charging N/A Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine)
Expert Rating 4.6/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 0 1720
Performance Score 8.4 8.5
Comfort Score 9.0 8.9
Safety Score 9.5 9.4
Fuel Economy Score 8.5 9.5
Technology Score 8.7 8.8
Value Score 9.1 9.2
Pros Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive across all trims; Generous ground clearance for light off-roading; Spacious cargo a... Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong reliability and resale reputation; Comprehensive standard safety features; Practic...
Cons CVT transmission can drone under heavy acceleration; Exterior styling leans closer to conventional SUV conformity; Infot... Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Interior design is functional rather than luxurious; Higher trims increase cost quick...