2024 Subaru Outback Overview
How do the 2024 Subaru Outback vs 2023 Toyota RAV4 compare for drivers in Boulder and throughout the surrounding areas who want to purchase or lease a new small SUV? These are two of the most popular options within this segment, and they share a lot in common in terms of the design approach but also some big differences too. With that in mind, we’re going highlight important facts shoppers should know when researching these models. The 2024 Subaru Outback is the most recent version of this vehicle and now available at Flatirons Subaru. Toyota hasn’t introduced its 2024 model as of this writing, but there aren’t expected to be any major changes between it and the 2023 Toyota RAV4.
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A notable difference when comparing the 2024 Subaru Outback vs 2023 Toyota RAV4 is that the Subaru is a wagon whereas the RAV4 is a crossover. That is what provides the Outback its distinctive style. Despite the lower profile, the Outback actually provides greater ground clearance by at least 0.3 inches and even more if you opt for the off-road-oriented Wilderness. The Outback also has the longer wheelbase—108.1 vs 180.9 inches—and is actually longer by almost a foot at just shy of 16 feet. In both cases, 17-inch alloy wheels are standard and 18-inch wheels are available, and the Subaru comes standard with raised roof rails whereas Toyota offers them as an option.
Interior - 2024 Subaru Outback in Boulder CO
Both the 2024 Subaru Outback and 2023 Toyota RAV4 are five-passenger vehicles. Headroom is comparable. The Outback provides more front legroom by about 2 inches. It provides more second-row legroom by almost 2 inches as well. The RAV4 does provide a bit more dedicated cargo space, but the Subaru model impresses with about 33 cubic feet. Although the models have similar starting MSRPs, the Outback feels more upscale and includes features, such as automatic climate control, that Toyota offers as options. If you want to spend more on creature comforts, you’ll find most of the same options available with both models, but they tend to be added earlier in the lineup by Subaru.
Subaru Outback Mechanical specs
There are two important differences between the 2024 Subaru Outback and 2023 Toyota RAV4. One is that the Outback is designed exclusively as an all-wheel drive performance. Toyota offers it as an option, but AWD performance is superior with the Subaru. FWD does have the fuel performance advantage. Another notable difference are the optional powertrains. The base powertrains are similar and deliver comparable performance. Toyota does not offer an alternative. Subaru offers a turbocharged engine that delivers considerably more horsepower and torque.
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The base infotainment setup available through Flatirons Subaru features dual 7-inch touch screens. The RAV4 has a singular 8-inch screen. The upgrade available for the Subaru is an 11.6-inch screen. The upgrade available for the RAV4 is a 10.1-inch screen. Standard driver-assistance technologies are comparable between the two models, but when it comes to options, Subaru offers some that Toyota does not, such as evasive steering assist and rear automatic braking.
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If you have any further questions about the 2024 Subaru Outback vs 2023 Toyota RAV4, we’ll be happy to answer them when you call or email our dealership. The Flatirons Subaru team can also discuss current specials and provide custom quotes, and if you’d like to test-drive the Outback, you can visit our location at your convenience. No appointment is ever required.
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