2025 Kia
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2025 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 23 - 25 MPG | 21 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 27 - 32 MPG | 26 - 32 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 74.1 ft3 | 75.6 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 182 - 260 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,653 lbs | 2,700 - 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 191.3 - 191.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 74.2 - 74.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage than in the Subaru Outback.
The Subaru Outback offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
With the Subaru Outback, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Kia Sportage, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
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). Clearly, the Kia Sportage is a better financial choice over the Subaru Outback, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
The Kia Sportage is a little narrower than the Subaru Outback, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
The Kia Sportage is slightly shorter than the Subaru Outback, which may make it easier to park.
Handling
The Kia Sportage has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Outback, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Outback is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sportage has a lot less horsepower than the Subaru Outback.
Powertrain
The Kia Sportage has much lower torque than the Subaru Outback, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage and the Subaru Outback.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Sportage as you will in the Subaru Outback.