2025 Subaru
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 21 - 26 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 32 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 75.6 ft3 | 65.3 - 73.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 182 - 260 hp | 184 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,700 - 3,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 191.3 - 191.9 in | 186.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.2 - 74.6 in | 72.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 in |
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 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
The Subaru Outback offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Subaru Outback will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Subaru Outback is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Dimensions
Since the Subaru Outback is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Subaru Outback, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The Subaru Outback has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Subaru Outback is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Tiguan for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Subaru Outback greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Subaru Outback transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Outback and the Volkswagen Tiguan.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Subaru Outback as you will in the Volkswagen Tiguan.