Compare The Subaru Outback vs. Honda CR-V

The Subaru Outback is the Crossover You've Been Looking for - See What Sets it Apart from the Competition

Now in its sixth generation, the Subaru Outback is a longtime favorite for Massachusetts drivers, thanks to its distinctive and spacious wagon design and its signature all-wheel drive. At Subaru of Wakefield, this popular model is one of the most sought-after vehicles we carry in our North Avenue showroom, and we want to help you get better acquainted with it, today.

While the Outback has amassed a following of loyal fans ever since it first debuted in 1994, we know that it's not the only five-passenger crossover SUV that's competing for drivers' attention in the Boston, MA area. To illustrate some of the many reasons why we think it should be at the top of your list, we've compared it next to one of its top competitors. Read on to learn more.

Subaru Outback vs. Honda CR-V

Whether this is the first Subaru Outback you've considered buying, or you're on your fifth wagon crossover, the current lineup of options has something that you'll love and that will exceed your expectations. See for yourself. Discover some of the key areas where it comes out when compared side by side to the Honda CR-V.

  • Standard all-wheel drive. One of the biggest draws to the Subaru Outback, and any Subaru model for that matter, is the carmaker's signature standard all-wheel drive. Symmetrical all-wheel drive is a standard amenity on all Outback models, adding extra traction and peace of mind to your Belmont, MA and Danvers commute. But all-wheel drive isn't standard with the Honda CR-V. Instead, you have to request it specifically as an available feature.
  • Passenger comfort. Both the Subaru Outback and the Honda CR-V seat up to five people in two rows. But the Outback offers great comfort and room to stretch out in than the CR-V, including extra inches of front seat headroom and legroom, as well as more backseat headroom.
  • Top performance output. When you want a burst of power and a bit of get-up-and-go from your SUV, the Subaru Outback delivers. Both models give North Reading, MA drivers a choice of engine options, but the Outback has more top power than the CR-V. Where our Subaru has a maximum of 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque for upper-level models, the Honda CR-V tops out with 204 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque.
  • Utility and towing. Whether you have a lightweight popup camper or a small fishing boat, the Subaru Outback will also prove more useful for you when it comes to towing than the Honda CR-V. Where the Outback can tow around 2,700 to 3,500 pounds, the CR-V maxes out at just 1,500 pounds. Choose the CR-V hybrid option, and capacity drops even lower.
  • Driving range. The Subaru Outback gets an 18.5-gallon fuel tank standard across the lineup, while the CR-V gas tank holds just 14 gallons. This larger capacity helps the Outback take you further between fill ups, with the Subaru average 481 miles in the city and 592 miles on the highway per tank of gas, while the Honda averages only 392 city miles and 476 highway miles per fill up.

Test Drive the Subaru Outback Today

The best way to see what makes the Subaru Outback, and any Subaru model, a better choice for your Boston area commutes, is a test drive. We encourage you to browse our online inventory of available models today to get started, and stop by to see us in person to meet this impressive crossover for yourself. Our sales team can set you up behind the wheel and demonstrate all of its winning traits that set it apart.

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