2024 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2025 Subaru Outback Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse

2024 Chevrolet
Traverse

MSRP*: $37,600 to $56,200
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Picture of the 2025 Subaru Outback

2025 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $29,010 to $42,910
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MPG - City Info not available 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.6 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-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 328 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 204.5 - 204.7 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 79.6 - 80.0 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Traverse than in the Subaru Outback. The Chevrolet Traverse will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Subaru Outback.

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 Chevrolet Traverse or the Subaru Outback, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru Outback.

Performance
The Chevrolet Traverse has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Outback.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Chevrolet Traverse transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Outback.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Chevrolet Traverse more than the Subaru Outback, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Chevrolet Traverse, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Outback.