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Subaru Outback
2021 Subaru Outback
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$26,795
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9.1
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2021 Toyota Highlander
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$34,910
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8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Subaru Outback
2020-2021 Subaru Outback Rear Angle View
2020-2021 Subaru Outback Dashboard
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Toyota Highlander
Rear Angle View
Central Control Panel
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
3.5L V6 Gas
Horsepower
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
295 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque
176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,635 lbs
4,145 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,700 lbs
5,000 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
29 MPG
24 MPG
City
26 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
33 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.1 Tons/yr
7.5 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
481 miles
375.9 miles
Cruising Range Highway
610.5 miles
519.1 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
191.3 in
194.9 in
Height
66.4 in
68.1 in
Max Width
73 in
76 in
Front Width
61.8 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
62.8 in
65.4 in
Wheelbase
108.1 in
112.2 in
Ground Clearance
8.7 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.8 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.1 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58.1 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.5 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.5 in
41 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.1 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
57.4 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54.8 in
57 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
27.7 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
36.1 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
55 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
45.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
75.7 ft³
84.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
32.5 ft³
48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
32.5 ft³
16 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.1 ft
37.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/65HR17
P235/65VR18
Rear Tire
P225/65HR17
P235/65VR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Abyss Blue Pearl
  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic
  • Blizzard Pearl
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Opulent Amber

Standard Interior Materials

  • Slate Black, Cloth Upholstery
  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Graphite, Fabric Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating
Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
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