2025 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2025 Subaru Outback Review

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2025 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $32,095 to $99,995
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2025 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $29,995 to $44,730
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MPG - City 17 - 20 MPG 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 23 MPG 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 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, Manual Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 - 470 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 166.8 - 188.4 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler and the Subaru Outback.

Convenience
The Subaru Outback requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Jeep Wrangler, 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). The Jeep Wrangler is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Outback.

Dimensions
The Jeep Wrangler is about the same width as the Subaru Outback. When looking at overall length, the Jeep Wrangler takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Outback.

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

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Jeep Wrangler will do just as well as the Subaru Outback, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Jeep Wrangler has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Outback.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Wrangler and the Subaru Outback. The Jeep Wrangler has less cargo space than the Subaru Outback, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.