2024 Buick Envision vs. 2025 Subaru Outback Review

Picture of the 2024 Buick Envision

2024 Buick
Envision

MSRP*: $35,900 to $47,000
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2025 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $29,010 to $42,910
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MPG - City 22 MPG 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.7 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.7 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.9 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Buick Envision offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Outback, with comparable head- and legroom. The Subaru Outback will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Buick Envision.

Convenience
The Subaru Outback requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Buick Envision, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Envision will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Outback.

Dimensions
The Buick Envision is about the same width as the Subaru Outback. If you go with the Buick Envision, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Outback.

Handling
The Buick Envision has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Outback, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Buick Envision has a little less horsepower than the Subaru Outback.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Buick Envision 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 Buick Envision and the Subaru Outback. The Buick Envision has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Outback.