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Subaru Outback vs Skoda Superb Combi comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Skoda Superb Combi?

Subaru Outback vs Skoda Superb Combi: Key differences

Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Superb Combi

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Superb Combi is slightly cheaper – starting at 36,100 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,935 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

Superb Combi

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 Skoda Superb Combi offers clearly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Combi is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Superb Combi delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 148 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, Skoda Superb Combi is very slightly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,643 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers a bit more boot space – 690 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries marginally more – 584 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Combi 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 £36,100
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 128 - 137 km
Subaru Outback
Skoda Superb Combi

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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Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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Subaru Outback
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
193 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
252 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Skoda
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