Buick Rendezvous vs Subaru Outback
Overview | |
Years produced2002-2007 | Years produced2000-Present |
MSRP$25,925 | MSRP$34,995 |
Listings5 | Listings945 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThe redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback may look like an SUV, but it retains all the advantages of its wagon predecessors. It's as impressive off-road as it is comfortable on pavement, while numerous feature enhancements are clear indications that Subaru pays close attention to how its customers use their vehicles. Verdict: In terms of price, performance, and practicality, we found no notable flaws with the redesigned Outback, making it a top choice for adventure-bound shoppers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 196 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower196 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City17 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 196 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Torque215 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque178 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower196 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofOptional | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.1 cu ft | Cargo Space34.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4096 lbs | Curb Weight3741 lbs |
Height68.9 in | Height67.5 in |
Length186.5 in | Length191.7 in |
Width73.6 in | Width82.9 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase108.1 in |
Maximum Payload1262 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload1261 lbs | Standard Payload |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2002-2007 | 2000-Present |
MSRP | $25,925 | $34,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback may look like an SUV, but it retains all the advantages of its wagon predecessors. It's as impressive off-road as it is comfortable on pavement, while numerous feature enhancements are clear indications that Subaru pays close attention to how its customers use their vehicles. Verdict: In terms of price, performance, and practicality, we found no notable flaws with the redesigned Outback, making it a top choice for adventure-bound shoppers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 196 hp V6 | 2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 196 hp @ 5200 rpm | 180 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 17 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 196 hp V6 | 2.5L 180 hp H4 |
Torque | 215 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 178 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower | 196 hp @ 5200 rpm | 180 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.1 cu ft | 34.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4096 lbs | 3741 lbs |
Height | 68.9 in | 67.5 in |
Length | 186.5 in | 191.7 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 82.9 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 108.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1262 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1261 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 1000 lbs |
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