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Subaru Outback vs Jeep Wrangler comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 60,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Jeep Wrangler?

Subaru Outback vs Jeep Wrangler: Key differences

Subaru Outback

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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • barely more trunk space

Jeep Wrangler

  • clearly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Jeep Wrangler costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,751 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Subaru Outback uses 8.6 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Jeep Wrangler with 11.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Wrangler

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Wrangler offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Wrangler is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Wrangler delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 148 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 moderately lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 1,938 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers barely more boot space – 561 L compared to 533 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries only slightly more – 557 kg compared to 556 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Outback has only a minor advantage 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.

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Outback

Subaru Outback

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 169 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.6 L/100km
Subaru Outback
Jeep Wrangler

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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 Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler wears its go-anywhere attitude on its boxy shoulders, with exposed hinges, a removable top and a look that practically dares the tarmac to get in its way. Inside it’s simple and tough-minded, ready to swallow muddy boots and weekend gear, so if you crave honest off-road thrills rather than refined suburbia polish, the Wrangler is your unapologetic partner in adventure.

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Subaru Outback
Jeep Wrangler

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
60,800 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.1 - 11.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
193 g/km
co2
250 - 269 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
1,938 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
533 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
546 - 556 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
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
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
252 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Jeep
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