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Subaru Outback vs Toyota RAV4

Subaru Outback vs. Toyota RAV4

Compare repair costs, reliability, and owner reviews

Subaru Outback

$607

Average Annual

Repair Cost

Toyota RAV4

$429

Average Annual

Repair Cost

Overall Reliability Rating

Above Average

The Subaru Outback Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 10th out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $607 which means it has average ownership costs. The frequency and severity of repairs are both fairly average when compared with all other vehicles.

Excellent

The Toyota RAV4 Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 3rd out of 26 for compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $429 which means it has excellent ownership costs. The severity and frequency of repairs are both much lower than other vehicles, so the RAV4 is one of the more reliable vehicles on the road.

Cost

Average annual repairs total

$607

inexpensive

expensive

$429

inexpensive

expensive

Frequency

Average annual repair shop visits

0.37

not often

very often

0.26

not often

very often

Severity

Percentage of annual repairs that are urgent

12%

not urgent

urgent

10%

not urgent

urgent

Overall Car Ratings & Details

(27 Reviews)

(47 Reviews)

5		(1)
4		(13)
3		(11)
2		(1)
1		(1)

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The Subaru Outback ranks highest in safety and ranks lowest in performance.

“I bought a 2002 Subaru brand new. This car spent a lot of time at the dealership for various reoccurring problems that the dealer seemed unable to fix. Eventually the problems got ironed out. I...”

“I bought a 2002 Subaru brand new. This car spent a lot of time at the dealership for various...”

781 known problems

161 known recalls

5		(8)
4		(18)
3		(15)
2		(6)
1		(0)

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“Love this car!”

902 known problems

116 known recalls

Vehicle Comparison Rundown

The Subaru Outback and the Toyota RAV4 are two different types of SUVs. The Outback is midsize and car-based, so it’s longer and has a lower roof. The RAV4 is less long and taller. The Outback has all-wheel drive as standard equipment, and the RAV4 comes with front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive.

The standard engines of both vehicles are similar. The Outback comes with 170 horsepower, and the RAV4 has 176 horsepower. The Outback offers an optional engine with 256 horsepower. The RAV4 does not offer an optional engine, but a gasoline-electric hybrid version is available.

The cargo space in these two vehicles is nearly identical. The Subaru Outback has 73.3 cubic feet of space with the rear seats folded, while the Toyota RAV4 has 73.4 cubic feet.

The Subaru Outback and Toyota RAV4 are pretty similar when it comes to everyday usage. If you plan to go off-road, or if you need additional power to tow or carry heavy loads, the Outback is a great choice. If you want a complete suite of advanced driver assistance tech as standard equipment, or the improved fuel economy of a hybrid engine, then the RAV4 will satisfy your needs.

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