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Subaru Outback vs Suzuki Ignis comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 83 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 15,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Suzuki Ignis?

Subaru Outback vs Suzuki Ignis: Key differences

Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Suzuki Ignis

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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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.

Suzuki Ignis is clearly cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,412 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Ignis uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

Ignis

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 Subaru Outback offers substantially more power – delivering 169 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Outback is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.2 s, while the Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Outback delivers clearly more torque with 252 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm more.

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, Suzuki Ignis is clearly lighter – 935 kg compared to 1,643 kg. The difference is around 708 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers considerably more boot space – 561 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 294 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries noticeably more – 557 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 162 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Ignis is far ahead 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.

from £15,600
Ignis

Suzuki Ignis

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 83 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Subaru Outback
Suzuki Ignis

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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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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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Subaru Outback
Suzuki Ignis

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
193 g/km
co2
110 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Length
-
Length
3,700 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Height
-
Height
1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
335 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
83 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Torque
252 Nm
Torque
107 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Suzuki
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