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Nissan X-Trail vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (213 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 – Nissan X-Trail or Subaru Outback?

Nissan X-Trail vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X-Trail

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan X-Trail is moderately cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,863 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan X-Trail uses 5.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

Outback

Engine and Performance:

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 Nissan X-Trail offers visibly more power – delivering 213 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan X-Trail is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers substantially more torque with 525 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 273 Nm more.

X-Trail

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.

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is marginally lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 1,668 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers very slightly more boot space – 585 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries only slightly more – 574 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan X-Trail 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
X-Trail

Nissan X-Trail

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 213 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Nissan X-Trail
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan X-Trail

The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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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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Nissan X-Trail
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
131 - 161 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 574 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Subaru
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