Subaru Outback alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Subaru Outback, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Subaru Outback and are good next research steps.

from £36,800

Toyota bZ4X

Price 36,800 - 51,000 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 167 - 380 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range 444 - 591 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.4 - 8.6 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 268 - 338 Nm
Model bZ4X
Model bZ4X, bZ4X Touring
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Comfort, Teamplayer, Lounge, Teamplayer AWD, Lounge AWD
Power kW 123 - 280 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 1,900 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity 452 - 669 L
Width 1,860 mm
Brand Toyota
Payload 375 - 565 kg
Variant Touring

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Toyota bZ4X as a suitable alternative to Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback and the Toyota bZ4X offer two very different answers to the modern crossover question: the Outback is a rugged, practical petrol AWD with generous cargo space and light off-road capability, while the bZ4X is Toyota’s mainstream battery-electric SUV focused on quiet, emissions‑free driving and EV tech. Choose the Outback if you need proven all‑weather capability, towing and long-range flexibility; pick the bZ4X if you want an EV with a smooth ride and lower running costs for daily and city use.

The Toyota bZ4X is an electric crossover that focuses on a calm ride, practical interior and predictable handling for everyday driving. It suits buyers who want an easygoing, reliable EV with Toyota's familiar build quality and a clean, simple design.

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marginally cheaper
considerably more power
considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
moderately more trunk space

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from £37,900

Skoda Kodiaq

Price 37,900 - 50,600 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 265 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Electric Range 119 - 122 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.3 - 9.7 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Kodiaq
Model Kodiaq 2.0 TSI, Kodiaq RS, Kodiaq 1.5 TSI mHEV, Kodiaq 2.0 TDI, Kodiaq 1.5 TSI iV PHEV
CO2 Efficiency Class F, G, E, B
Trim Level Selection 4x4 DSG, Sportline 4x4 DSG, 4x4 DSG, Selection DSG, Sportline DSG
Power kW 110 - 195 kW
co2 35 - 186 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight 1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity 745 - 910 L
Width 1,864 mm
Brand Skoda
Payload 460 - 563 kg
Variant RS

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Quick data check: Skoda Kodiaq

marginally cheaper
noticeably more power
significantly more efficient
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
markedly more trunk space

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from £35,100

Subaru Forester

Price 35,100 - 42,800 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail CVT
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 HP
Consumption L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 12.2 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 182 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Forester
Model Forester 2.0ie
CO2 Efficiency Class G
Trim Level Trend Lineartronic, Active Lineartronic, Exclusive Lineartronic, Platinum Lineartronic
Power kW 100 kW
co2 183 g/km
Engine capacity 1,995 cm3
Curb weight 1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity 508 L
Width 1,830 mm
Brand Subaru
Payload 446 - 492 kg

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Quick data check: Subaru Forester

moderately cheaper
very slightly more efficient

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from £95,000

Mercedes EQS SUV

Price 95,000 - 212,100 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 360 - 658 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range 615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity 108.4 - 118 kWh
Seats 4 - 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.4 - 6.8 s
Model Year 2024
Max Speed 210 km/h
Torque 568 - 950 Nm
Doors 5
Model EQS SUV
Model EQS SUV 450, EQS SUV 450+, EQS SUV 500, EQS SUV 580, Maybach EQS SUV 680
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC, AMG Line Business Class 4MATIC, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC, Electric Art Advanced 4MATIC, Electric Art Advanced Plus 4MATIC, Electric Art Premium 4MATIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus, AMG Line Business Class, AMG Line Premium, AMG Line Premium Plus, Electric Art Advanced, Electric Art Advanced Plus, Electric Art Premium, Business Class 4MATIC, First Class 4MATIC, Night Series 4MATIC
Power kW 265 - 484 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity 440 - 645 L
Length 5,125 mm
Width 1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height 1,718 - 1,721 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Max trunk capacity 2,100 L
Payload 425 - 570 kg

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Quick data check: Mercedes EQS SUV

clearly more power
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
moderately more trunk space

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from £43,700

Mazda CX-60

Price 43,700 - 57,900 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 200 - 327 HP
Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Electric Range 63 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.8 - 8.4 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model CX-60
Model CX-60 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV, CX-60 3.3 e-Skyactiv D 200, CX-60 3.3 e-Skyactiv D 254
CO2 Efficiency Class B, D, E
Trim Level Prime-Line AWD Automatik, Exclusive-Line AWD Automatik, Prime-Line Automatik, Exclusive-Line Automatik, Homura AWD Automatik, Takumi AWD Automatik, Homura Plus AWD Automatik, Takumi Plus AWD Automatik, Homura Automatik, Takumi Automatik
Power kW 147 - 241 kW
co2 85 - 137 g/km
Engine capacity 2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Curb weight 1,890 - 2,055 kg
Trunk capacity 570 L
Width 1,890 mm
Brand Mazda
Payload 581 - 612 kg

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Quick data check: Mazda CX-60

clearly more power
substantially more efficient
considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly more trunk space

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from £25,300

Suzuki Jimny

Price 25,300 - 27,700 £
Body Type Off-Roader
Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Manual
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 102 HP
Consumption L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Seats 2
Acceleration 0-100km/h 12.8 s
Model Year 2,021 - 2,024
Max Speed 145 km/h
Torque 130 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 3
Model Jimny
Model Jimny NFZ 1.5
CO2 Efficiency Class F
Trim Level Comfort ALLGRIP PRO, Horizon ALLGRIP PRO
Power kW 75 kW
co2 173 g/km
Engine capacity 1,462 cm3
Curb weight 1,165 kg
Fuel tank capacity 40 L
Length 3,645 mm
Width 1,645 mm
Height 1,705 mm
Brand Suzuki
Max trunk capacity 863 L
Payload 270 kg

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Quick data check: Suzuki Jimny

clearly cheaper
slightly more efficient
significantly lighter

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