2024 Cadillac XT4 vs. 2025 Subaru Outback Review

Picture of the 2024 Cadillac XT4

2024 Cadillac
XT4

MSRP*: $37,895 to $44,495
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Picture of the 2025 Subaru Outback

2025 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $28,895 to $42,795
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 30 MPG 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 48.9 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 235-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, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 181.1 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front info not available
Rear 39.5 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 38.3 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Cadillac XT4 than the Subaru Outback. 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 Cadillac XT4.

Convenience
With the Subaru Outback, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Cadillac XT4, 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). The Cadillac XT4 is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Outback.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac XT4 is much wider than the Subaru Outback, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Cadillac XT4, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Outback.

Handling
The Cadillac XT4 has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Outback, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Cadillac XT4 is clearly the choice over the Subaru Outback for pulling heavy loads. The Cadillac XT4 has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Outback.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac XT4 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 Cadillac XT4 and the Subaru Outback. The Cadillac XT4 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Outback.