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Subaru Outback vs Jeep Grand Cherokee comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 85,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Subaru Outback vs Jeep Grand Cherokee: Key differences

Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Jeep Grand Cherokee

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Outback

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Subaru Outback is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Jeep Grand Cherokee costs 85,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,608 £.

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

Grand Cherokee

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers significantly more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers considerably more torque with 637 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is significantly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 791 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers only slightly more boot space – 561 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Grand Cherokee carries somewhat more – 641 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 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.

£85,628
Grand Cherokee

Jeep Grand Cherokee

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 380 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 45 km
Subaru Outback
Jeep Grand Cherokee

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee wears its trail-ready roots proudly while wrapping them in a surprisingly civilized and upscale package, so it can tackle rough tracks and the school run with the same swagger. Inside, plush materials and intuitive tech make it a comfortable place to spend time, giving buyers a practical yet characterful SUV that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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Subaru Outback
Jeep Grand Cherokee

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
85,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
45 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
193 g/km
co2
65 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
2,434 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,968 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
252 Nm
Torque
637 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
280 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Jeep
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