Subaru Outback vs. The Competition
How Does the New Subaru Outback Lineup Compare to its Competition?
If you're shopping for a new crossover SUV that fits family, friends, all your cargo, and makes getting around Houston easier, we invite you to come take advantage of our terrific selection of new Subaru Outback models for sale at Superior Subaru of Houston. The Subaru Outback remains one of the most popular and accommodating crossover SUVs for any driver in Jersey Village, TX, offering a versatile body style that fits both passengers and cargo with ease, along with cutting-edge features to keep everyone connected and allow you to drive with complete confidence on all your travels.
To help you get a better understanding of why the Subaru Outback is the right vehicle for you, we're going to compare it to some of its top competitors, including the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, giving you a side-by-side look at some the things that the Subaru Outback lineup does the best.

Subaru Outback vs. Toyota RAV4
- Performance: All the new Subaru Outback models come with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, providing you with all-terrain control in the toughest weather conditions and on any terrain, giving you more confidence and more freedom to traverse any trail around Spring with ease. The Toyota RAV4 lineup offers standard front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is available on every model, but it costs more to upgrade to.
- Towing: The Subaru Outback lineup has standard towing for 2,700 pounds, making it easy to tow your boat, work trailer, camper, and more on trips to Tomball and beyond. When properly equipped, the Outback lets you tow up to 3,500 pounds. The Toyota RAV4 lineup falls short with standard towing for 1,500 pounds, but matches maximum towing on one model with up to 3,500 pounds.
- Technology: The Outback and RAV4 models both have a cutting-edge infotainment system, with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The Outback has dual 7-inch touchscreen displays standard on the Base model only. All others come with a vertical 11.6-inch touchscreen display. The RAV4 has a standard 8-inch touchscreen on multiple models, with the highest trim levels using a 10.5-inch touchscreen.
Subaru Outback vs. Honda CR-V
- All-Wheel Drive vs. Front-Wheel Drive: Every new Subaru Outback model comes with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, compared to the Honda CR-V lineup, which has standard front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is available on all the new CR-V models, but it will cost more for those models.
- Available Engines: The Subaru Outback Onyx XT, Limited XT, Wilderness, and Touring XT models all come with a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 260-horsepower and 277 pounds-feet of torque, delivering a fun and engaging performance on all your outings to Tomball and beyond. The Honda CR-V lineup offers an available 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with electric motors to produce 204-horsepower and 247 pounds-feet of torque.
- Interior: The Subaru Outback lineup offers more space for your family and friends to stretch out on your travels to Katy with 109 cubic feet of passenger volume, compared to 105 cubic feet in the Honda CR-V, allowing you to enjoy a more comfortable and accommodating travel experience for everyone.

Come See All Our New Subaru Outback Models in Person Today
We welcome you to visit us at Superior Subaru of Houston to explore our lineup of new Subaru Outback models for yourself and let our experts help you find the vehicle of your dreams for the price that's right for you. Explore our online financing options and lease offers to learn more about your payment options on your favorite models and contact us with any questions today.
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