Head-to-head
2027 Cadillac Lyriq vs 2027 Subaru Outback
The Cadillac Lyriq wins clearly, 85.9 to 77.6, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, warranty. The Subaru Outback is ahead on price and space & cargo.
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2027 Cadillac Lyriq
The 2027 Cadillac Lyriq is sold in the U.S. as an electric compact SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the LYRIQ 11kW Charger, is EP…
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The 2027 Subaru Outback is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Outback AWD, is EPA-rated at 2…
Verdict · default weights
2027 Cadillac Lyriq
Clear winThe Cadillac Lyriq wins clearly, 85.9 to 77.6, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, warranty. The Subaru Outback is ahead on price and space & cargo.
Fuel & range 2027 Cadillac Lyriq leads by 67.6
Price 2027 Subaru Outback leads by 46.1
Tech & comfort 2027 Cadillac Lyriq leads by 49.1
| Category · weight | 2027 Cadillac Lyriqoverall 85.9 | 2027 Subaru Outbackoverall 77.6 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 53.9 | 100 | |||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 32.4 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 93 | 100 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 79.1 | 100 | |||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 50.9 | |||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 100 | 73.5 | |||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||
| Overall | 85.9 | 77.6 | |||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Cadillac Lyriq: base trim Luxury RWD · Subaru Outback: base trim Base AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq wins
- It is rated 92 combined against 27 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $1,650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($850 against $2,500).
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (54 points against 27.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
Where the 2027 Subaru Outback answers
- It starts $28,200 lower ($32,995 against $61,195 base MSRP).
- It opens up to 80.5 cu ft of cargo against 60.8.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
51 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $61,195 | $32,995 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | — | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 2,498 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | DOHC 4-cylinder horizontally opposed SUBARU BOXER; aluminum cylinder block and heads |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 180 hp |
| Torque | — | 178 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 100 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 92 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 83 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 4.111 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | — | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7 in | 8.7 in |
| Overall height | 64.3 in | 67.5 in |
| Overall length | 197 in | 192 in |
| Overall width | 77.8 in | 74 in |
| Wheelbase | 122 in | 108 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 60.8 cu-ft | 80.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 28 cu-ft | 34.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 105 cu-ft | 112 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 38.6 in | 41 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.7 in | 40.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 44.3 in | 43 in |
| Second-row legroom | 39.6 in | 39.5 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 3,700 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5,598 lbs | 3,700 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 5,027 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | MacPherson-type struts, lower L-arms, coil springs, dampers, stabilizer bar, hydraulic engine mounts |
| Rear suspension type | — | Double wishbone, coil springs, dampers, stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric Power Assisted Rack-and-Pinion (Dual Pinion) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 36.5 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 315 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | electronic |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 300 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 20 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 7 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 265/50R20 | 225/60R18 100H |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 18 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | OnStar | MySubaru Companion |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 36 months | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 58.9 in | 57.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.6 in | 57.4 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
228 features · differences first, then sharedSafety42 differ · 45 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Alert | std | — |
| Surround View Monitor | std | — |
| 8 airbags | std | — |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | std | — |
| Adaptive Cruise Control w/Lane Centering | — | std |
| Auto Vehicle Hold | — | std |
| Auto Vehicle Shut Down | — | std |
| Automatic Emergency Steering | — | std |
| Automatic Vehicle Hold | std | — |
| Blind Spot Warning | — | std |
| Blind Zone Steering Assist | std | — |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Buckle to Drive | std | — |
| DriverFocus® Driver Monitoring System | — | std |
| Emergency Lane Keep Assist | — | std |
| Emergency Stop Assist | — | std |
| Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking | std | — |
| Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist | std | — |
| EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology | — | std |
| Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking | std | — |
| Hitch Guidance | std | — |
| Hitch View | std | — |
| Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking | std | — |
| Lane Change Assist | — | std |
| Lane Departure & Lane Sway Warning | — | std |
| Lead Vehicle Start Alert | — | std |
| Passenger Airbag ON / OFF Indicator | — | std |
| Pre-Collision Braking, Follow Distance Warning, and Throttle Management | — | std |
| Rear Cross Traffic Braking | std | — |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Warning | — | std |
| Rear Pedestrian Alert | std | — |
| Rear Radar Detection Sensors | — | std |
| Rear Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Rear-Vision Camera | — | std |
| Safety Alert Seat | std | — |
| Seatbelt: Driver's Warning Light & Chime | — | std |
| Side Bicyclist Alert | std | — |
| Super Cruise®, advanced driver assistance technology | std | — |
| Teen Driver | std | — |
| Theft-deterrent alarm system | std | — |
| Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS) and rollover sensors | — | std |
| Warning tones, seat belt, rear passengers | opt | — |
| Reverse Automatic Braking | std | std |
| Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS) and rollover sensors | std | std |
| Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS) and rollover sensors | std | std |
Infotainment30 differ · 30 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi ® Hotspot capable | std | — |
| 1-Year MobileService+ | opt | — |
| 3 Years OnStar One | std | — |
| 3 Years SiriusXM | opt | — |
| 33" Horizon Display | std | — |
| 5G vehicle connectivity | std | — |
| 6-speaker system | — | std |
| 7-speaker audio system | std | — |
| AM/FM Stereo HD Radio® | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Audio Streaming, Hands-Free Phone Connectivity, SMS Text Messaging | — | std |
| Deleted Mobile Service Plus. | opt | — |
| Front USB ports | std | — |
| Google built-in | std | — |
| MobileService+ | opt | — |
| MySubaru Companion (5-Year Free Trial/Subscription Required After): SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Advanced Automatic Collision Notification, Maintenance Notifications, Diagnostic Alerts, Vehicle Condition Check, Vehicle Health Report, Service Appointment Scheduler, Remote Vehicle Locator, Stolen Vehicle Recovery and Immobilization | — | opt |
| MySubaru Companion+ (Subscription Required): Remote Engine Start w/Remote Climate Controls, Remote Lock, Unlock, Horn and Lights; Curfew, Boundary and Speed Alerts; Valet Mode w/Password Reset, Pin, and Speed Alert; Trip Logs; Driving Journal; MySubaru Personal Assistant | — | opt |
| OnStar Basics (OnStar Fleet Basics for Fleet) | std | — |
| OnStar® services capable | std | — |
| Paddle Shift Control | — | std |
| Rear USB ports, charging-only | std | — |
| Removes 3 Years of OnStar One and 3 Years of OnStar One with Super Cruise upgrade for suitably equipped/eligible vehicles | opt | — |
| Roadside Assistance Program | std | — |
| Rotary Infotainment Controller with jog control | std | — |
| SiriusXM with 360L (4 Month Free Trial / Subscription required after) | — | opt |
| SiriusXM with 360L Trial Subscription | std | — |
| Subaru 12.1-inch Multimedia System | — | std |
| Voice Activated Controls | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto capability for compatible phones | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ | — | std |
| Wireless Charger | std | — |
Convenience10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12-Volt Power Outlet | — | std |
| Door Handles: w/ Driver & Front Passenger Door Unlock/Lock Sensor | — | std |
| Driver memory settings | std | — |
| Illuminated Engine Start / Stop Switch | — | std |
| Key Card | std | — |
| Keyless Access w/ Push Button Start | — | std |
| Liftgate, rear power | opt | — |
| Power windows | std | — |
| Remote Keyless Entry | std | — |
| Universal Home Remote | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin air filter | std | — |
| Dual-zone automatic climate control | std | — |
Seating18 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 10-way Power Driver's Seat (includes 2-way Power Lumbar Support) | std | — |
| 6-way Manual Driver's Seat | — | std |
| 10-way Power Driver's Seat (includes 2-way Power Lumbar Support) | — | std |
| 2-way adjustable rear outboard head restraints | std | — |
| 4-way power driver lumbar seat adjuster | std | — |
| 4-way power front passenger lumbar seat adjuster | std | — |
| 6-way power front passenger seat adjuster | std | — |
| 60/40 split-folding rear seat | std | — |
| Black Cloth Upholstery | — | std |
| Black with Santorini Blue accents, Inteluxe seats with perforated inserts | opt | — |
| Front passenger memory | std | — |
| Rear Seatback 60/40 split | — | std |
| Reclining Seatback | — | std |
| Seat trim, Inteluxe with Perforated inserts | std | — |
| Seatback, 2nd row, recline position | std | — |
| Seats, front bucket | std | — |
| Sky Cool Gray with Santorini Blue accents, Inteluxe seats with perforated inserts | opt | — |
| Whiplash Reducing Front Seats | — | std |
| Heated Front Seats (All-Weather Package) | std | std |
Interior28 differ · 28 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated Steering Wheel (Partial) | std | — |
| Power tilt and telescoping steering column | std | — |
| 1 Scheduled Maintenance Visit | std | — |
| 12.3-inch full digital instrument display | — | std |
| Alloy sport pedals | std | — |
| Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty | std | — |
| Center Dash Panel: Black Tricot Cloth (No Stitch) | — | std |
| Contoured floor liners | opt | — |
| Cord Management Clip | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger visors with illuminated mirrors | std | — |
| Floor Liner Package | opt | — |
| Floor mats, front and rear deluxe carpeted | std | — |
| Front sill plates | std | — |
| Front window shade | opt | — |
| Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror | std | — |
| MSRP (USD) | std | — |
| Premium Carpet Package | opt | — |
| Premium carpeted floor mats | opt | — |
| Radiance Lighting™ | std | — |
| Rear cargo area shade | opt | — |
| Rear center armrest | std | — |
| Rear Seatback and Cargo Floor (Carpeted) | — | std |
| Rear Seatback Release Levers | — | std |
| Soft Grip Urethane Steering Wheel | — | std |
| Steering wheel, 3-spoke | std | — |
| Welcome Lighting | — | std |
| Rear View Mirror: Day / Night | — | std |
| Floor mats, front and rear deluxe carpeted | std | — |
Exterior52 differ · 53 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 20" Split 6-Spoke alloy wheels with Diamond Cut/Dark Android finish and Gloss Black aero inserts | std | — |
| 22" all-season self-sealing, low-profile tires | opt | — |
| 22" Polished alloy wheels with Dark Android Pockets | opt | — |
| Automatic headlamp leveling | std | — |
| Black painted roof | opt | — |
| Bright accent bodyside lower moldings | std | — |
| Bright roof rack cross rails | opt | — |
| Bright side window surround moldings | std | — |
| Choreographed exterior lighting | std | — |
| Corrosion Protection | std | — |
| Door Handles: Body Color | — | std |
| Fixed SkyGlass Roof | std | — |
| Front and rear splash guards | opt | — |
| Front Badge: Subaru 6 Star Logo | — | std |
| Front Grille: Black Insert Material w/ Black Accent | — | std |
| Front license plate bracket | opt | — |
| Galvano door handles | std | — |
| Heated wiper park | std | — |
| Illuminated grille with laser etch graphics | std | — |
| Illuminating door handles | std | — |
| IntelliBeam | std | — |
| Laminated front side glass | std | — |
| LED Fog Lights | — | std |
| LED front cornering lamps | std | — |
| LED Steering Responsive Headlights w/Automatic High Beams | — | std |
| LED tail lamps | std | — |
| Perimeter Illumination | opt | — |
| Power Mirrors: Black | — | std |
| Privacy glass | std | — |
| Radiant Package | opt | — |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | std | — |
| Rear Badge / Black: OUTBACK | — | std |
| Rear Badge / Black: SYMMETRICAL AWD | — | std |
| Rear Badge: 6 Star Logo | — | std |
| Rear Bumper Trailer Hitch Cover | — | std |
| Roof Rail Tie Down Points: Black Finish | — | std |
| Roof Rails: Raised Ladder Type: Black finish w/ Black finish End Mount Accent Covers and Crossbar | — | std |
| Side Cladding Letter Imprint: SYMMETRICAL AWD | — | std |
| Slim-line LED vertical headlamps | std | — |
| Sound Insulating Windshield | — | std |
| Spoiler, lower rear, illuminated | std | — |
| Tires, 265/50R20 all-season self-sealing | std | — |
| Trailer hitch receiver plug | opt | — |
| Trailer hitch trim bezel | opt | — |
| Underhood Sight Shield | opt | — |
| Wheel Arch & Side Cladding: Black | — | std |
| Wheel locks | opt | — |
| Wheel, spare, none | std | — |
| Wheels, 20" alloy | opt | — |
| Windshield Wiper De-Icer (All-Weather Package) | — | std |
| Windshield, acoustic laminated | std | — |
| Rear Roof Spoiler: Body Color w/ Black Edge & End Panels | — | std |
| Heated Power Exterior Mirrors (All-Weather Package) | std | std |
Powertrain26 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| 11.5 kW capable onboard charging module | std | — |
| Battery and Electric Components Coverage /Available Courtesy Transportation | std | — |
| Charging Essentials Package | opt | — |
| Driver Mode Selector | std | — |
| Dual Level Charge Cord | std | — |
| Electric propulsion system | std | — |
| Electronic Precision Shift | std | — |
| Emission system zero emission vehicle (ZEV) | std | — |
| Emissions override, California | opt | — |
| Emissions override, Federal | opt | — |
| Emissions override, state-specific | opt | — |
| Emissions, California state requirements | opt | — |
| Emissions, Colorado, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and Washington State | opt | — |
| Emissions, Federal requirements | opt | — |
| GM CCS1 DC Adapter | opt | — |
| GM Energy PowerShift Charger | opt | — |
| GM J1772 AC Adapter | opt | — |
| GM PowerShift AC Charging Adapter | opt | — |
| GM PowerUp 2: NACS Charger | opt | — |
| Level 2 and Fast Charging Adapter Package | opt | — |
| Premium Charging Package | opt | — |
| Propulsion Battery Pack | std | — |
| Regenerative Braking featuring Regen on Demand and One-Pedal Driving | std | — |
| Vehicle-to-home (V2H) | std | — |
| X-MODE® Single-Mode System with Hill Descent Control | — | std |
Chassis6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 5-link suspension system | std | — |
| Brake lining, non-asbestos, organic | std | — |
| Brakes, 12.6" front sliding caliper disc | std | — |
| Brakes, heavy duty | opt | — |
| Ferritic Nitrocarburizing (FNC) brake rotors | std | — |
| Suspension, heavy duty | opt | — |
Cargo9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Trailer hitch | opt | — |
| All-weather cargo mat | opt | — |
| Cargo Convenience Package | opt | — |
| Cargo net | opt | — |
| Integrated cargo liner | opt | — |
| Premium carpeted cargo mat | opt | — |
| Sub-floor Cargo Area Storage Cover | — | std |
| Sub-floor Tire Repair Kit | — | std |
| Trailering provisions | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPCadillac Lyriq
Safety Signal 92 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 1
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
- high Service Brakes, Hydraulic 26V717000 · 67,380 vehicles
Subaru Outback
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Cadillac LyriqLuxury RWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $61,195 (base trim) | $32,995 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $61,195 – $85,695 14 trims | $32,995 – $46,595 7 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | LYRIQ 11kW Charger | Outback AWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 92 | 27 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $850 | $2,500 |
| EV range | 326 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | 6 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq or the 2027 Subaru Outback?
The Cadillac Lyriq wins clearly, 85.9 to 77.6, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, warranty. The Subaru Outback is ahead on price and space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq scores 85.9 and the 2027 Subaru Outback 77.6. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq or the 2027 Subaru Outback?
The 2027 Subaru Outback starts lower — $32,995 against $61,195, a gap of $28,200 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq or the 2027 Subaru Outback?
2027 Cadillac Lyriq: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 2027 Subaru Outback: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq and the 2027 Subaru Outback?
Where the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq wins: it is rated 92 combined against 27 (EPA mpg or MPGe), costs $1,650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($850 against $2,500), and lists more comfort and tech equipment (54 points against 27.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½). Where the 2027 Subaru Outback answers: it starts $28,200 lower ($32,995 against $61,195 base MSRP) and opens up to 80.5 cu ft of cargo against 60.8.