Subaru Outback vs The Competition
Subaru Outback VS The Competition
Compare the Subaru Outback vs. the Jeep Cherokee
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If you're shopping for an SUV that's ready for the weekend as well as the commute, you may be asking:
- Is the Subaru Outback better than the Jeep Cherokee?
- How does the Outback compare to the Jeep Cherokee on cargo space and ground clearance?
- Outback vs. Cherokee: which one offers a turbocharged engine with more horsepower?
Here's the answer: the Subaru Outback gives you more cargo space, more ground clearance[3] and more available power than the Jeep Cherokee, with Symmetrical All‑Wheel Drive and EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology standard on every trim.
At Subaru Stamford, we've broken down how the Outback stacks up against the Jeep Cherokee so you can shop with confidence.
Starting MSRP Comparison [1]
Subaru Outback Premium:
$34,995
Jeep Cherokee Base:
$35,000
Available Turbocharged Power
Subaru Outback Turbo Models:
260 hp / 277 lb-ft
Jeep Cherokee Hybrid:
210 hp / 230 lb-ft
Why it matters: The Outback starts right alongside the Jeep Cherokee on price, then gives you a step up in available power and a lot more room to use it.
Proven Reliability & Long-Term Value
An SUV is a long-term relationship, not just a spec sheet. Here's where the Outback's track record and Subaru's standing with owners stand out.
Still on the Road [4]
Subaru Outback:
96% of Those Sold in 10 Years
Consumer Reports Recognition [4]
Subaru Outback:
Recommended Model
Brand Recognition [4]
Subaru:
Best Overall Automotive Brand
96% of Outbacks sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today, the kind of long-term track record that's hard to put a number on, but easy to see in the numbers above.
Capability Advantage: Room to Go Farther
Standard All‑Wheel Drive [3]
Subaru Outback:
Symmetrical AWD, Every Trim
Jeep Cherokee:
4x4 Driving
Ground Clearance [3]
Outback Wilderness:
9.5 Inches
Outback (All Trims):
Jeep Cherokee:
At Least 8.7 Inches
8.0 Inches
Max Cargo Volume [2]
Subaru Outback:
Up to 80.5 cu. ft.
Jeep Cherokee:
68.3 cu. ft.
Max Towing Capacity
Outback Turbo Models:
3,500 lbs.
Jeep Cherokee:
3,500 lbs.
Why it matters: The Outback pairs standard Symmetrical All‑Wheel Drive with more ground clearance[3] and more cargo space than the Jeep Cherokee, and the Wilderness goes even further with 9.5 inches of clearance and X‑MODE with Hill Descent Control.
Interior Space & Everyday Usability
The Outback's roomy cabin pairs up to 80.5 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded and 34.6 cubic feet behind the second row. A 12.1‑inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, a 12.3‑inch digital gauge cluster, a power rear gate with auto close and raised roof rails come standard on Premium.
Advanced Safety: Confidence Comes Standard
Standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology
Every Outback trim includes EyeSight with Automatic Emergency Steering, Emergency Stop Assist, Emergency Lane‑Keep Assist and Reverse Automatic Braking, plus DriverFocus™ Distraction Mitigation, so the essentials are already included.
All-Around Awareness
Blind‑Spot Warning with Rear Cross‑Traffic Warning, Front Cross‑Traffic Braking and Front and Side Alert Assist help you stay aware of what's around you in busy Stamford traffic and parking lots.
Surround View & Hands-Free Assist
Available on higher trims, the Surround View Monitor gives you a view around your Outback for tight spots, and Highway Hands‑Free Assist is available too.
Outback vs. Jeep Cherokee: Common Questions
Yes. Every Outback trim includes standard Symmetrical All‑Wheel Drive at no extra cost. The Jeep Cherokee also lists 4x4 driving, so the difference comes down to ground clearance, cargo space and the available turbocharged power the Outback adds.
Yes. The Outback offers up to 80.5 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded, compared with 68.3 cubic feet listed for the Jeep Cherokee. It also provides 34.6 cubic feet behind the second row.[2]
The Outback is listed with at least 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and the Outback Wilderness raises that to 9.5 inches. Non‑Trailhawk Jeep Cherokee models are listed at 8.0 inches.[3]
The standard 2.5-liter Boxer engine makes 180 horsepower. The available 2.4-liter turbocharged Boxer on the Limited XT, Touring XT and Wilderness makes 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque, compared with 210 horsepower of combined output for the Jeep Cherokee hybrid system.
The Outback Premium starts at $34,995 MSRP, and Jeep lists the Cherokee at a starting price of $35,000. Both figures exclude destination and delivery, taxes, title and registration, so ask Subaru Stamford for the full details on any model.[1]
Turbocharged Outback models, including the Wilderness, are rated to tow up to 3,500 pounds, the same maximum Jeep lists for the Cherokee. Towing capacity varies by trim and equipment, so confirm the rating for the Outback you are considering.
Subaru reports that 96% of Outbacks sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today. The Outback is also a Consumer Reports Recommended Model, and Subaru has been named Consumer Reports’ Best Overall Automotive Brand.
I love Subaru of Stamford! Been working with them for years and have tried other locations and have always come back to them. The staff is friendly and super helpful. I know my car is in great hands when I get it serviced.
— Julie T. | Google Review
Test Drive the Subaru Outback
If you're comparing:
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[1] MSRP does not include destination and delivery charges, tax, title, and registration fees. Destination and delivery includes handling and inland freight fees and may vary in some states. Prices, specifications, options, features, and models subject to change without notice. Subaru Outback pricing reflects the published starting MSRP of the Premium trim. Jeep Cherokee pricing, ground clearance, cargo volume, towing, horsepower and drivetrain details are set by Jeep and are subject to change without notice. See your retailer for more information.
[2] Cargo volume figures are manufacturer-published and use each brand's own measurement methodology. Maximum cargo volume is measured with the rear seats folded.
[3] Ground clearance for the Jeep Cherokee is shown for non-Trailhawk models. Outback ground clearance is a published minimum, and the Outback Wilderness is listed at 9.5 inches. All-wheel drive and 4x4 availability, and towing capacity, vary by trim and equipment.
[4] Per Subaru of America's published information, including the claim that 96% of Outbacks sold in the last 10 years are still on the road, and recognition from Consumer Reports. Individual results may vary.
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