Head-to-head
2027 Genesis GV70 vs 2027 Subaru Outback
The Genesis GV70 wins clearly, 97 to 69, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, performance. The Subaru Outback is ahead on space & cargo.
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2027 Genesis GV70
The 2027 Genesis GV70 is sold in the U.S. as an electric and gas compact SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Electrified GV70 AW…
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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 Genesis GV70
Clear winThe Genesis GV70 wins clearly, 97 to 69, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, performance. The Subaru Outback is ahead on space & cargo.
Fuel & range 2027 Genesis GV70 leads by 67.3
Tech & comfort 2027 Genesis GV70 leads by 47.1
Performance 2027 Genesis GV70 leads by 38.1
| Category · weight | 2027 Genesis GV70overall 97 | 2027 Subaru Outbackoverall 69 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 32.7 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 96.4 | ||||||||||||
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 | 79.2 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 61.9 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 52.9 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 97 | 69 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Genesis GV70: base trim Standard AWD · 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 Genesis GV70 wins
- It is rated 90 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 (52 points against 27.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
Where the 2027 Subaru Outback answers
- It opens up to 80.5 cu ft of cargo against 56.9.
- It holds 34.6 cu ft behind the second row against 28.9.
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
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
50 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $32,995 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,497 cc | 2,498 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 16-Valve DOHC Turbo Inline 4 Cylinder GDI+MPI | DOHC 4-cylinder horizontally opposed SUBARU BOXER; aluminum cylinder block and heads |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 22 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.181 | 4.111 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in | 8.7 in |
| Overall height | 64.2 in | 67.5 in |
| Overall length | 186 in | 192 in |
| Overall width | 75.2 in | 74 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in | 108 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 56.9 cu-ft | 80.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 28.9 cu-ft | 34.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 104 cu-ft | 112 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.6 in | 41 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.1 in | 40.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.3 in | 43 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37.2 in | 39.5 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,528 lbs | 3,700 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,325 lbs | 3,700 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5,600 lbs | 5,027 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Multi-Link | MacPherson-type struts, lower L-arms, coil springs, dampers, stabilizer bar, hydraulic engine mounts |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link | Double wishbone, coil springs, dampers, stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | Electric Power Assisted Rack-and-Pinion (Dual Pinion) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.7 ft | 36.5 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 360 mm | 315 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | epb | electronic |
| Rear brake diameter | 325 mm | 300 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | — | alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 7 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 235/55R19 | 225/60R18 100H |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.4 gal | 18 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Genesis Connected Services | MySubaru Companion |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 59.1 in | 57.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.9 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
169 features · differences first, then sharedSafety47 differ · 50 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist | std | — |
| Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go | std | — |
| Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), and Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA 2) | std | — |
| Center Side Airbag (1) | std | — |
| Driver and Front Passenger Seat-mounted Side-impact (2) | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), and Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA 2) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) and Lane Following Assist (LFA) | std | — |
| Rearview Camera with Parking Guidelines | std | — |
| Side Curtain, Roof-mounted (Front + Rear Passengers) (2) | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | std | — |
| Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Brake Control (DBC) | std | — |
| Parking Distance Warning – Forward / Rear (PDW) | std | — |
| Adaptive Cruise Control w/Lane Centering | — | std |
| Adjustable Front-seat Shoulder Belt Anchors | std | — |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | std | — |
| Anti-theft System Integrated with Remote Keyless Entry | std | — |
| Auto Vehicle Hold | — | std |
| Auto Vehicle Shut Down | — | std |
| Automatic Emergency Steering | — | std |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Driver Knee Airbag (1) | std | — |
| DriverFocus® Driver Monitoring System | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | std | — |
| Emergency Lane Keep Assist | — | std |
| Emergency Stop Assist | — | std |
| Energy Absorbing Front Seats with Anti-whiplash Front Head Restraints | std | — |
| EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology | — | std |
| Haptic - With memory (I.M.S.) | std | — |
| High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) | std | — |
| Lane Change Assist | — | std |
| Lane Departure & Lane Sway Warning | — | std |
| LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors | std | — |
| Lead Vehicle Start Alert | — | std |
| Parking Distance Warning – Front / Side (Optional on 2.5T) | opt | — |
| Passenger Airbag ON / OFF Indicator | — | std |
| Pre-Collision Braking, Follow Distance Warning, and Throttle Management | — | std |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Warning | — | std |
| Rear Radar Detection Sensors | — | std |
| Rear Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Rear-Vision Camera | — | std |
| Reverse Automatic Braking | — | std |
| Seatbelt: Driver's Warning Light & Chime | — | std |
| Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS) and rollover sensors | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tire Pressure Indicator | std | — |
| Blind Spot Warning | 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 |
Infotainment20 differ · 21 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 6-speaker system | — | std |
| Active Sound Design (ASD) | std | — |
| All-New Infotainment Platform: Connected Car Integrated Cockpit (27" integrated OLED screen, AM/FM/XM Radio/HD Radio, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Wireless) | std | — |
| AM/FM Stereo HD Radio® | — | std |
| Antenna - In-Glass (Standard Radio) | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Audio Streaming, Hands-Free Phone Connectivity, SMS Text Messaging | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System | std | — |
| ccIC Multimedia w/ 27" OLED screen | std | — |
| Genesis Connected Services® Telematics System | std | — |
| HD Radio | std | — |
| 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 |
| SiriusXM with 360L (4 Month Free Trial / Subscription required after) | — | opt |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio & Antenna - Shark-fin Style | std | — |
| Steering Wheel Controls - Audio, Phone, VR, Custom Button, Cruise, LFA | std | — |
| Subaru 12.1-inch Multimedia System | — | std |
| USB - 2 Front: Data + Charge, 2 Rear: Charge Only | std | — |
| Voice Activated Controls | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ | — | std |
| Wireless Charger | std | — |
| Paddle Shift Control | std | std |
Convenience11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power Hands-free Smart Liftgate w/ Auto Open | std | — |
| Proximity Key with Push-Button Start | std | — |
| 12-volt Outlet - 1 Front Console-mounted / 1 Cargo | std | — |
| 12-Volt Power Outlet | — | std |
| Door Handles: w/ Driver & Front Passenger Door Unlock/Lock Sensor | — | std |
| Illuminated Engine Start / Stop Switch | — | std |
| Keyless Access w/ Push Button Start | — | std |
| Keys - 2 Proximity Key Fobs | std | — |
| Power Door Locks - Auto-locking Availability | std | — |
| Remote Releases - Power Liftgate | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto Down/Up with Pinch Protection | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Outside Temperature Display | std | — |
| Touch type Dual Zone Climate Control (HVAC) | std | — |
Seating12 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seats | std | — |
| 6-way Manual Driver's Seat | — | std |
| 10-way Power Driver's Seat (includes 2-way Power Lumbar Support) | — | std |
| 12-way Power Driver Seat including 4-way Power Lumbar | std | — |
| 8-way Power Passenger Seat | std | — |
| Black Cloth Upholstery | — | std |
| Center Folding Armrest with Dual Cup Holders (2nd Row) | std | — |
| Head Restraints (adjustable) – 3 Locations (2nd Row) | std | — |
| Leatherette Seating Surfaces | std | — |
| Rear Seatback 60/40 split | — | std |
| Reclining Seatback | — | std |
| Whiplash Reducing Front Seats | — | std |
| Heated Front Seats (All-Weather Package) | std | std |
Interior32 differ · 32 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-dimming Inside Rearview Mirror | std | — |
| HomeLink® Integrated Transceiver (located on inside rearview mirror) | std | — |
| 12.3-inch full digital instrument display | — | std |
| 2nd Row Cabin LED Lights (not available with Panoramic Roof) | std | — |
| Assist Grips (3) | std | — |
| Center Dash Panel: Black Tricot Cloth (No Stitch) | — | std |
| Cord Management Clip | — | std |
| Cupholders, Dual - Front Center Console-mounted | std | — |
| Door Pocket Storage Compartments | std | — |
| Driver & Front Passenger Sunvisors - Sliding | std | — |
| Front Center Console - Fixed Armrest Storage Box | std | — |
| Front Overhead Pin Lights | std | — |
| Glove Compartment LED Light | std | — |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Locking Glove Compartment | std | — |
| Rear Coat Hangers (2) | std | — |
| Rear Seatback and Cargo Floor (Carpeted) | — | std |
| Rear Seatback Release Levers | — | std |
| Roof Trim - Cloth | std | — |
| Shift Lever - Rotary Dial Type | std | — |
| Soft Grip Urethane Steering Wheel | — | std |
| Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates (Front & Rear) | std | — |
| Welcome Lighting | — | std |
| Illuminated Driver & Front Passenger Vanity Mirror | std | — |
| Rear View Mirror: Day / Night | — | std |
| 2nd Row Passenger Overhead LED Lights | std | — |
| Cargo Area LED Light | std | — |
| Floor Mats - Carpeted | std | — |
| Front Overhead Map LED Lights | std | — |
| Seatback Pockets | std | — |
| Trip Computer (avg. fuel economy, avg. speed, range to empty, trip timer, trip distance) | std | — |
| Floor Covering - Premium Cut-pile Carpeting | std | — |
Exterior28 differ · 29 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-Defogging Windshield | std | — |
| Door Handles: Body Color | — | std |
| Front Badge: Subaru 6 Star Logo | — | std |
| Front Grille: Black Insert Material w/ Black Accent | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | — |
| LED Fog Lights | — | std |
| LED Headlights | std | — |
| LED Outside Mirror Turn Signal Indicators | std | — |
| LED Steering Responsive Headlights w/Automatic High Beams | — | std |
| LED Taillights | std | — |
| Power Mirrors: Black | — | std |
| 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 |
| Sound Insulating Windshield | — | std |
| Tinted Glass - Solar Control + Privacy on Rear Side & Rear Glass | std | — |
| Wheel Arch & Side Cladding: Black | — | std |
| Windshield Wiper De-Icer (All-Weather Package) | — | std |
| Automatic Headlights | std | — |
| Rear Window Defroster, Electronic with Timer | std | — |
| LED Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | std | — |
| Rear Roof Spoiler: Body Color w/ Black Edge & End Panels | — | std |
| Spare Tire - Compact / Location: Inside Under Cargo - Temp Spare | std | — |
| Heated Power Exterior Mirrors (All-Weather Package) | std | std |
Powertrain5 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 16-Valve DOHC Turbo (2,497 cc) Inline 4 Cylinder GDI + MPI | std | — |
| Drive Mode Select – Comfort, Eco, Sport, Sport+, Custom | std | — |
| Idle Stop & Go (ISG) | std | — |
| Shift-by-Wire | std | — |
| X-MODE® Single-Mode System with Hill Descent Control | — | std |
| Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive | std | std |
Chassis2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | std | — |
| Variable Gear Ratio | std | — |
Cargo3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Cover | opt | — |
| Sub-floor Cargo Area Storage Cover | — | std |
| Sub-floor Tire Repair Kit | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPGenesis GV70
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
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| Genesis GV70Standard AWD | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $32,995 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 9 trims | $32,995 – $46,595 7 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV, GAS | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Electrified GV70 AWD | Outback AWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 90 | 27 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $850 | $2,500 |
| EV range | 250 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Genesis GV70 or the 2027 Subaru Outback?
The Genesis GV70 wins clearly, 97 to 69, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, performance. The Subaru Outback is ahead on space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Genesis GV70 scores 97 and the 2027 Subaru Outback 69. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Genesis GV70 or the 2027 Subaru Outback?
2027 Genesis GV70: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 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 Genesis GV70 and the 2027 Subaru Outback?
Where the 2027 Genesis GV70 wins: it is rated 90 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 (52 points against 27.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½). Where the 2027 Subaru Outback answers: it opens up to 80.5 cu ft of cargo against 56.9 and holds 34.6 cu ft behind the second row against 28.9. What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.