Subaru Outback vs. Volvo V60
When comparing the Subaru Outback's and the Volvo V60's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Outback has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The Volvo V60 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Outback's and the Volvo V60's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Outback is a better car than the Volvo V60.
Subaru Outback vs. Volvo V60 Pricing
A used 2021 Subaru Outback ranges from $25,723 to $35,499 while a used 2021 Volvo V60 is priced between $27,000 to $44,693.
Subaru Outback vs. Volvo V60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Subaru Outback loses 39.5 percent of its value and the Volvo V60 loses 55.1 percent of its value. This means the Subaru Outback retains 15.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo V60.
Subaru Outback vs. Volvo V60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Outback is 8.9 out of 10 while the Volvo V60's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Outback being ranked 4 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs and the Volvo V60 being ranked 3 out of 12 Best Luxury Wagons.
Subaru Outback vs. Volvo V60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Outback is 8.8 out of 10. For the Volvo V60 the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Outback an advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo V60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru Outback’s base engine makes 182 horsepower, and the Volvo V60 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The Outback is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 611 miles. The V60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 541 miles. This gives the Subaru Outback the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volvo V60. The Outback uses regular unleaded, and the V60 uses premium unleaded.
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, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Subaru Outback and the Volvo V60 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
25723 - 35499
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.395466
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27000 - 44693
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.55061
Subaru Outback Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.933592 / 10
Reliability:
8.800776 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo V60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.233333 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru Outback Rankings
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1 out of / 66Ranking
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4 out of / 66Ranking
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4 out of / 27Ranking
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4 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 56Ranking
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6 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 56Ranking
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13 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
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16 out of / 56Ranking
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22 out of / 56Ranking
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26 out of / 49Ranking
27 out of / 58Ranking
28 out of / 66Ranking
28 out of / 66Ranking
30 out of / 56Volvo V60 Rankings
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2 out of / 12Ranking
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5 out of / 12Ranking
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10 out of / 12Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Subaru Outback Trim Levels
Limited, Limited XT, Onyx Edition XT, Premium, Touring, Touring XT, Base
Volvo V60 Trim Levels
T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
178 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 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):
26 / 33 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
481 / 611 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 541 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
32.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
75.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
141.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
22.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
116.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3634 lbs
Width:
82 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
191.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3813 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18