2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. 2025 Subaru Outback Review

Picture of the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5

2024 Hyundai
IONIQ 5

MSRP*: $41,800 to $59,400
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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 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.3 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 168-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 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, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 168 - 320 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity 2,300 lbs 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.5 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 74.4 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.8 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.7 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Outback, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 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). The Hyundai IONIQ 5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Outback, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is about the same width as the Subaru Outback. If you go with the Hyundai IONIQ 5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Outback.

Handling
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 for pulling heavy loads. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Outback.

Powertrain
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Subaru Outback. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Outback.