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Jeep Compass vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Subaru Outback?

Jeep Compass vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Jeep Compass is moderately cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,820 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 5.6 L/100km.

Outback

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Compass offers markedly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Compass delivers markedly more torque with 345 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 93 Nm more.

Compass

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is barely lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers only slightly more boot space – 561 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 95 - 500 km
Jeep Compass
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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Subaru Outback

The 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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Jeep Compass
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4,552 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,675 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Subaru
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