Which Subaru Outback Crossover SUV is Right for You?

Shopping for the precise SUV that suits your unique needs could be a daunting task. The crossover SUV segment, in particular, is expanding in popularity and size, and it can sometimes be difficult to weed through your options in order to find the one that best the complements your lifestyle, without exceeding your budget. And if you're searching for something family-friendly that acts as sporty as it looks, you're pretty much looking for a needle in a haystack -- unless you're scrolling through this webpage! Here, we've compiled the entire selection of affordable Subaru Outback wagons here at Don Miller Subaru East, so you can shop for your capable crossover wagon from the comfort of home - before you visit the dealership.

The Outback is an icon on the off-road vehicle market, and it's not even an exclusively "off-road vehicle" per se. This wagon-like SUV is tuned for road comfort as well as all-terrain capability. If your family likes to go camping or hiking, exploring the wilderness from the inside out, then the Outback is the crossover for you. Thanks to a high ride height, standard all-wheel drive, exemplary safety scores, and refreshing visibility, the Outback can take you further than you ever thought possible in a "family vehicle." This isn't one of those bare-bones athletes either. There are plenty of creature comforts and advanced safety features to make the Outback an ideal daily driver, not just a weekend adventure companion.

The Subaru Outback vs the Honda Pilot

Now that you know about the new Subaru Outback, it's time to see how this new compact crossover wagon compares against the top competition here in Madison, WI. Automobile Magazine recently published an article detailing the differences between the latest version of the Subaru Outback and the newest Honda Pilot, which went relatively unchanged for the new year. While both of these crossovers differ slightly in size, you'll find the Subaru Outback proves more versatile, with lots of capability for your next big adventure. Read on, fill out our finance application and check out the new Subaru Outback at Don Miller Subaru East. We're just 10 minutes outside of Sun Prairie, WI.

Subaru Outback vs the Honda Pilot

Automobile Magazine pointed out several areas in which the Subaru Outback comes out on top. The Honda Pilot does offer more seating, with space for up to eight, and both crossovers carry high ratings for their safety. However, the Subaru Outback stands out in a number of crucial ways that Waunakee customers may notice:

• Ground Clearance: the Outback sits at 8.7 inches off the ground, more than what's recommended for safety in the great outdoors. The Passport falls a bit short, offering 7.5 inches of ground clearance with FWD models.
• All-Wheel-Drive: While both crossovers offer all-wheel-drive, the Outback simplifies things with standard Subaru Symmetrical AWD and X-Mode® to enhance the system. The Passport comes available with all-wheel-drive but features FWD standard with no comparable feature to X-Mode®.
• Equipment: The Outback offers a standard roof rack that is convertible and holds up to 150 lbs. of equipment. Roof rails come available on the Passport, but a rack must be purchased as an accessory.
• Powertrain: Automobile Mag pointed out the Outback's available turbocharged Subaru BOXER® engine and how much extra pep it gives this crossover. While the Passport's standard engine is not slow, but it does feel a bit lethargic at times, thanks to the transmission.

Like we said, you can take in our entire inventory of Outbacks for sale in Madison via this webpage. Be sure to save your favorites for when you visit our Subaru dealership in Madison for a test drive. Our facility is centrally located for Waunakee, Sun Prairie and Watertown, WI area drivers, so we make sure we always have a sizeable selection of Outback models in stock to keep up with our wide customer base.

Compare the Subaru Outback to Competition like the Honda Passport

Being able to decide which SUV option is truly right for you does mean taking a look at how it compares against other vehicles. You're able to see up close and read about all the highlights of the Outback, but what does it do against the competition? At Don Miller Subaru East, it's our goal to help Madison drivers get some answers.

One common model that the Subaru Outback is compared to is the Honda Passport. There are similarities, but there's also many differences. We are sure when you explore the advantages of the Outback, you'll see it's the right choice for you. It's why we've put together this detailed comparison so you can make an informed choice about your next purchase.

Performance and Capability

With each one of these models, people assess their capability. Under the hood, it's no secret that the Passport has quite a powerful option, one that does provide more power by the numbers than the Outback. However, the Outback's standout 185-horsepower four-cylinder engine offers standout driving and smoothness, and there is an option to get more power that will equal the Passport's should you choose.

Where you're going to find the difference is in areas like ground clearance. The Outback, like all other Subaru vehicles has 8.7-inches of ground clearance compared to the Honda Passport's 8.1. That might seem like a small difference, but every inch counts when you're on the road. Both have all-wheel drive systems, and with the Outback you know with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, it's built to provide you with a responsive and smooth ride, while it also has features like X-Mode to help you on slippery surfaces like snow, mud, or dirt, as well as available hill descent control, the latter of which the Passport lacks.

Interior Space, Size and Technology

Both these SUV options have space onboard for you, your passengers and supplies. What you will find is that when it comes to comforts and a smooth ride that has upscale feel, the Outback has the edge over the Honda Passport. What the Passport might have in slightly bigger passenger volume, the Outback isn't far behind, and given that there's many different seating surfaces available, front and rear heated seat options, an available 11.6-inch touch display and easy to use layout, you're going to enjoy the ride.

In addition to the comfort, there's driver assistance technology that has routinely given the Subaru Outback and other Subaru vehicles here in our dealership serving Waunakee, Sun Prairie and Watertown, WI peace of mind. This includes standard Subaru EyeSight® which monitors what's in front of you and will alert and stop the vehicle if it senses you need to brake. There's also blind spot monitoring, a rearview camera, lane departure warning and adaptive cruise control settings all available across multiple trims on the new Outback.

Final Verdict? The Subaru Outback Comes Out on Top

Take all the comparison points we've given you and consider that comparably equipped Outback models start at a lower price and have had years of demonstrating their road capability for all different people and lifestyles, and it becomes clear that it is the choice for those in Madison!

We encourage you to explore the rest of our new Subaru inventory to see if any of the other surefooted Subarus fit your needs. And when you visit us, be sure to book an appointment with one of our professional financial consultants to go over your money-saving Subaru Outback lease options as well. Feel free to reach out to our staff at 877-257-3233 with questions.