2025 Subaru Outback vs. 2025 Toyota 4Runner Review

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2025 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $29,010 to $42,910
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2025 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $40,770 to $57,400
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MPG - City 21 - 26 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 32 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 75.6 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 278-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 182 - 260 hp 278 hp
Towing Capacity 2,700 - 3,500 lbs 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 191.3 - 191.9 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 74.2 - 74.6 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
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Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 in
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*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

Convenience
The Subaru Outback requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota 4Runner, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Subaru Outback is a better financial choice over the Toyota 4Runner, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Subaru Outback is much slimmer than the Toyota 4Runner, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Subaru Outback takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota 4Runner.

Handling
The Subaru Outback has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Toyota 4Runner, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota 4Runner is clearly the choice over the Subaru Outback for pulling heavy loads. The Subaru Outback has a little less horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Subaru Outback doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota 4Runner.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Outback and the Toyota 4Runner.