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Subaru Outback vs. Toyota Prius

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Subaru Outback and Toyota Prius contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Subaru Outback and the Toyota Prius.

When comparing the Subaru Outback's and the Toyota Prius's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Outback has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Outback's and the Toyota Prius's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius is a better car than the Subaru Outback.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Subaru Outback loses 43.3 percent of its value and the Toyota Prius loses 35.6 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Prius retains 7.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Subaru Outback.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Outback is 8.3 out of 10 while the Toyota Prius' quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Outback being ranked 6 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Toyota Prius being ranked 1 out of 25 Best Hybrid Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Outback is 7.8 out of 10. For the Toyota Prius the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Prius a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Subaru Outback.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Subaru Outback’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the Toyota Prius base engine makes 194 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Subaru Outback, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Toyota Prius, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Subaru Outback and the Toyota Prius have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

34995

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

29401

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

24635 - 34995

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

30099 - 40114

Starting MSRP:

28550

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

29338

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

24575 - 33775

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

33932

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

31731 - 35755

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

34477

Price Range:

30339 - 37878

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

34477

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

34477 - 34477

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Subaru Outback Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

7.8 / 10

Retained Value:

8.2 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Toyota Prius Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Subaru Outback

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

12.7

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

11.3

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

9.6 - 15.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.253

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Prius

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

15.7

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

13.0

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

10.4 - 15.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.429



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Subaru Outback Rankings

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

1 / 67

Best Off-road Small SUVs

1 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

2 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

2 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

4 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $30k

4 / 13

Most Reliable Small SUVs

5 / 19

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

5 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

6 / 20

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

6 / 20

Best Family Small SUVs

6 / 19

Best Small SUVs

6 / 19

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

6 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Teens

6 / 7

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

7 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for Teens

7 / 9

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

9 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

9 / 18

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

10 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs

11 / 67

Best Family Crossover SUVs

11 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

12 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

14 / 56

Most Affordable Small SUVs

15 / 18

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

17 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

17 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

18 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

18 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

19 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

23 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

26 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

26 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

27 / 56

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

28 / 67

Toyota Prius Rankings

Best Family Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Safest Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for the Money

1 / 15

Best Family Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 10

Best Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 10

Best Hybrid Cars Under $30k

1 / 9

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars Under $30k

1 / 9

Best Hybrid Small Cars Under $30k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Small Cars Under $30k

1 / 5

Best Hybrid Cars for Teens

1 / 1

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Teens

1 / 1

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

3 / 15

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

3 / 7

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

4 / 25

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 25

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 10

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 10

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

6 / 10

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

7 / 10

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Legroom

8 / 10

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

9 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

16 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Legroom

18 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

21 / 25

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Subaru Outback Trim Levels

Limited, Limited XT, Premium

Toyota Prius Trim Levels

LE, Limited, Nightshade, XLE

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

180 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque:

178 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.048 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

194 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.063 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Flat/Horizontally Opposed

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.2 inches

Front Leg Room:

43 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

40.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.4 inches

Cargo Space:

34.6 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

80.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

146.9 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

36.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

34.8 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

52.8 inches

Cargo Space:

23.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

115 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3741 lbs

Width:

82.9 inches

Height:

67.5 inches

Length:

191.7 inches

Wheelbase:

108.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3097 lbs

Width:

70.2 inches

Height:

55.9 inches

Length:

181.1 inches

Wheelbase:

108.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.6 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/60R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P195/60R17

Exterior Colors

Beige

River Rock Pearl

Black

Crystal Black Silica

Blue

Sapphire Blue Pearl

Gray

Magnetite Gray Metallic

Green

Deep Emerald Green Pearl

Red

Crimson Red Pearl

Silver

Ice Silver Metallic

White

Crystal White Pearl

Exterior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Reservoir Blue

Gray

Guardian Gray

Green

Not available

Red

Supersonic Red

Silver

Cutting Edge

White

Wind Chill Pearl

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Titanium Gray

Interior Colors

Black

Gradient Black

Gray

Light Gray

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