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Subaru Outback vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Mitsubishi Outlander?

Subaru Outback vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

Subaru Outback

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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mitsubishi Outlander

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly 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:

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

Subaru Outback is marginally cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Mitsubishi Outlander costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,828 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander uses 2.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

Outlander

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 Mitsubishi Outlander offers considerably more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

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 terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is clearly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 427 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries marginally more – 595 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Outlander stands well ahead of its rival 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 £42,800
Outlander

Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 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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Mitsubishi Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
42,800 - 53,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
193 g/km
co2
60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,120 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
252 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Mitsubishi
Is the Subaru Outback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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