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Skoda Superb Combi vs Subaru Outback – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Superb Combi or Subaru Outback?

Skoda Superb Combi

Subaru Outback

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

Superb Combi @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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.

Skoda Superb Combi has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £, while the Subaru Outback costs 37200 £. That’s a price difference of around 2006 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Superb Combi manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 8.20 L per 100 km.

Outback @ Subaru Corporation

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 Skoda Superb Combi has a distinct edge – offering 265 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Combi is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Superb Combi performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Superb Combi pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 148 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Superb Combi is barely noticeable lighter – 1575 kg compared to 1643 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers slightly more room – 690 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Combi performs minimal better – up to 1920 L, which is about 98 L more than the Subaru Outback.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Superb Combi hardly perceptible takes the win – 584 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Superb Combi proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Superb Combi is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Skoda Superb Combi
Subaru Outback

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from about £35,200
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Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 7.8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 134 km

Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the 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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Skoda Superb Combi
Subaru Outback
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Outback @ Subaru Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
35200 - 51000 £
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 134 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
8 - 178 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1575 - 1853 kg
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4902 mm
Length
4870 mm
Width
1849 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1482 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Payload
497 - 584 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
193 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
2498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Subaru
Is the Skoda Superb Combi offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Superb Combi is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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