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Subaru Outback vs Audi Q4 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Audi Q4 e-tron?

Subaru Outback vs Audi Q4 e-tron: Key differences

Subaru Outback

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  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Audi Q4 e-tron

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Outback

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Subaru Outback is marginally cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 694 £.

Q4 e-tron

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 Audi Q4 e-tron offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 171 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q4 e-tron is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 427 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is visibly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 392 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers barely more boot space – 561 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries only slightly more – 557 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q4 e-tron holds a decisive overall lead 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 £40,700
Q4 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 592 km
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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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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.

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A more attractive vehicle inside and out, with German reliability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
193 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
505 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
252 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Audi
Is the Subaru Outback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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