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2022 BMW
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2024 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 23 - 24 MPG | 21 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 31 - 33 MPG | 26 - 32 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 58.7 ft3 | 75.6 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 228 hp | 182 - 260 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 2,700 - 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 175.5 in | 191.3 - 191.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 71.7 in | 74.2 - 74.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.4 in
Rear 37.0 in |
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in |
| Head Room |
Front 41.9 in
Rear 39.4 in |
Front 39.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Outback than in the BMW X1, due to its greater head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X1 and the Subaru Outback.
Convenience
The Subaru Outback requires fewer stops at the gas station than the BMW X1, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the BMW X1 or the Subaru Outback, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
Since the BMW X1 is much slimmer than the Subaru Outback, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the BMW X1, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Outback.
Handling
The BMW X1 has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Outback, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The BMW X1 has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Outback.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the BMW X1 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Outback.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X1 and the Subaru Outback.
The BMW X1 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Outback.