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Subaru Outback vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Subaru Outback vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla Cross

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • barely more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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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:

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

Toyota Corolla Cross is noticeably cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,315 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla Cross uses 4.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

Corolla Cross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers barely more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 2.6 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, Toyota Corolla Cross is moderately lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,643 kg. The difference is around 263 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers visibly more boot space – 561 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Cross carries marginally more – 560 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla Cross 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 £31,700
Corolla Cross

Toyota Corolla Cross

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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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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Henk
13 Feb 2026, 15:47:52

Very good in terms of power. Less good on sound and getting in because of a protruding dashboard.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
193 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
252 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Toyota
Is the Subaru Outback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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