Compare performance (184 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 37200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda ZR-V or Subaru Outback?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Honda ZR-V has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 37200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 463 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda ZR-V manages with 5.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Honda ZR-V has a barely noticeable edge – offering 184 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda ZR-V is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Subaru Outback performs slightly better – reaching 193 km/h, while the Honda ZR-V tops out at 173 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Honda ZR-V pulls a bit stronger with 315 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 63 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Subaru Outback is barely noticeable lighter – 1643 kg compared to 1660 kg. The difference is around 17 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Subaru Outback offers evident more room – 561 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 181 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs distinct better – up to 1822 L, which is about 510 L more than the Honda ZR-V.
When it comes to payload, Subaru Outback somewhat takes the win – 557 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.
The Honda ZR-V proves to be wins solidly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Honda ZR-V is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.
detailsThe Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.
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Price
36800 - 40400 £
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Price
37200 - 41600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
130 - 132 g/km
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co2
193 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 L
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Fuel tank capacity
63 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1660 - 1710 kg
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Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
561 L
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Length
4568 mm
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Length
4870 mm
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Width
1840 mm
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Width
1875 mm
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Height
1613 mm
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Height
1670 - 1675 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1291 - 1312 L
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Max trunk capacity
1822 L
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Payload
440 - 455 kg
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Payload
524 - 557 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
-
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
-
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 HP
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Power HP
169 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
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Max Speed
173 km/h
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Max Speed
193 km/h
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Torque
315 Nm
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Torque
252 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 kW
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Power kW
124 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 cm3
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Engine capacity
2498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Subaru
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The Honda ZR-V is available as Front-Wheel Drive.