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SsangYong Rexton vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Subaru Outback?

SsangYong Rexton vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly more trunk space
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Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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

Rexton

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Subaru Outback is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SsangYong Rexton uses 8.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 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 SsangYong Rexton offers slightly more power – delivering 202 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Outback is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 10.2 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Rexton delivers clearly more torque with 441 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 189 Nm more.

Rexton

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is visibly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 502 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers markedly more boot space – 784 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 223 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries markedly more – 770 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 213 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Rexton is decisively ahead 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 £41,100
Rexton

SsangYong Rexton

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 202 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.2 L/100km
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The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Reviews SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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22 Jan 2026, 01:20:01

Ssang Yong Rexton is better than the Land Cruiser

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.2 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4,850 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
184 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
441 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
148 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Subaru
Is the SsangYong Rexton offered with different drivetrains?

The SsangYong Rexton is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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