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Subaru Outback vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Polestar 2?

Subaru Outback vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • 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 a bit cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,142 £.

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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 Polestar 2 offers significantly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 307 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers substantially more torque with 740 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 488 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 clearly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers clearly more boot space – 561 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries noticeably more – 557 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 136 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 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.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 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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Polestar 2

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Subaru Outback
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
193 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
412 - 421 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
252 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Polestar
Is the Subaru Outback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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