Although the Subaru Outback is one of the oldest in the Subaru fleet of vehicles and the Crosstrek is one of the most recent, the two vehicles are more similar than one might think in terms of capability and versatility. With that being said though, both are very different in many other aspects, including power, fuel economy, refinement, and space. Both make for great options for families and adventurers alike, but depending on what you're looking for out of your next vehicle, one might suit you better than the other would. In order to help make the vehicle shopping process easier on you, we're going to highlight some of the key differences between the new 2017 Outback and the 2017 Crosstrek and allow you to see which one looks like it's going to suit you the best.
Key Differences Between the 2017 Outback and the 2017 Crosstrek
- Space: The Outback offers a more spacious cabin for both passengers and cargo alike. With 108.1 cubic feet of passenger volume compared to 97.5 cubic feet of passenger volume in the Crosstrek, plus an added 35.5 cubic feet of cargo volume in the Outback compared to 22.3 cubic feet of cargo volume in the Crosstrek, the Outback is more welcoming for families in need of both passenger and cargo space.
- Fuel Economy: The Outback offers a slightly higher fuel economy than the Crosstrek does, with an estimated 32 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in the city compared to 30 mpg on the highway and 23 mpg in the city in the Crosstrek.
- Engine power: The Outback offers a more powerful standard engine than the Crosstrek, along with an available engine option while the Crosstrek is only offers one engine. The standard Outback engine offers 175-horsepower while the Crosstrek offers 148-horsepower.
The best way to discover everything each vehicle has to offer is to come see our entire selection of new Subaru models in person right here at Bel Air Subaru. We are located right in Bel Air, MD and proudly serve Glen Burnie, Baltimore and Cockeysville.
