Compare performance (8 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric or Subaru Outback?
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.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric is significantly cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,172 £.
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 Subaru Outback offers clearly more power – delivering 169 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 161 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Outback delivers substantially more torque with 252 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 212 Nm more.
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: Subaru Outback offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is clearly lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,643 kg. The difference is around 1,085 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers substantially more boot space – 561 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 498 L.
When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries clearly more – 557 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 415 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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.
The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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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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Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
193 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Trunk capacity
561 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,388 mm
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Width
1,875 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
142 kg
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Payload
524 - 557 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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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
8 HP
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Power HP
169 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
40 Nm
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Torque
252 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
124 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
2,498 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
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Subaru
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