Subaru vs. Tesla

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Subaru and Tesla contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Subaru and Tesla cars.

When comparing the Subaru brand to the Tesla brand, Subaru has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing, depreciation, safety, retained value, vehicle rankings and variety of models offered. Tesla has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, fuel efficiency and towing capacity.

Subaru versus Tesla: Pricing and Value: Subaru has a lower used vehicle starting price in 5 out of 5 comparisons. Subaru models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 5 out of 5 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Subaru, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Subaru the overall advantage over Tesla.

Subaru versus Tesla: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Tesla vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 5 out of 5 model comparisons. Tesla offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Tesla offers a greater towing capacity in 2 out of 3 comparisons. In 1 comparisons, Subaru and Tesla have the same towing capacity.

Subaru versus Tesla: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Subaru has better safety ratings in 2 out of 5 comparisons while Tesla has better safety ratings in 1 out of 5 comparisons. Subaru and Tesla tie for safety in 2 comparisons. Subaru shows higher ratings for retained value in 5 out of 5 comparisons.

Safest Car Rankings: Subaru has the better car ranking in 1 category: Solterra in Safest Electric SUVs.

Available Body Styles: Subaru offers 7 SUVs, 1 wagon, 2 sedans, and 1 coupe. In comparison, Tesla offers 2 SUVs and 2 sedans.

Drivetrain Options: Subaru offers 8 gasoline vehicles, 2 hybrids, and 1 electric vehicle. Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles.

Subaru offers 8 all-wheel-drive models and 1 rear-wheel-drive model. Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 3 rear-wheel-drive models.