2027 Subaru Outback vs 2027 Volvo XC60
The Subaru Outback wins clearly, 94.7 to 80.7, on safety, space & cargo, fuel & range. The Volvo XC60 is ahead on performance.
2027 Subaru Outback
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…
2027 Volvo XC60
The 2027 Volvo XC60 is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid compact SUV. The most efficient version, the XC60 B5 AWD, is EPA-rated at 26 mpg combined. NHTSA lists no re…
2027 Subaru Outback
Clear winThe Subaru Outback wins clearly, 94.7 to 80.7, on safety, space & cargo, fuel & range. The Volvo XC60 is ahead on performance.
| Category · weight | 2027 Subaru Outbackoverall 94.7 | 2027 Volvo XC60overall 80.7 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 85 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 76.1 | |||||||||
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 | 100 | 64.2 | |||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 70.9 | 100 | |||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Overall | 94.7 | 80.7 | |||||||||
Trim vs trim · 4 of 7 categories compared
Subaru Outback: base trim Base AWD · Volvo XC60: base trim B5 AWD AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Subaru Outback wins
- It lists 24 standard driver-assist features against 1.
- It holds 34.6 cu ft behind the second row against 21.6.
- It opens up to 80.5 cu ft of cargo against 54.5.
Where the 2027 Volvo XC60 answers
- It turns out 266 lb-ft of torque against 178.
- It makes 247 hp against 180.
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
49 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $32,995 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,498 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | DOHC 4-cylinder horizontally opposed SUBARU BOXER; aluminum cylinder block and heads | In-line 4-cyl. turbocharged |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | DOHC | 4 valves/cylinder, 2 camshafts |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 247 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 24 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 26 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 29 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.111 | 3.329 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission type | cvt | automatic hybrid |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in | 7.9 in |
| Overall height | 67.5 in | 65.2 in |
| Overall length | 192 in | 185 in |
| Overall width | 74 in | 74.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 108 in | 113 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 80.5 cu-ft | 54.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 34.6 cu-ft | 21.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 112 cu-ft | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 41 in | 40.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40.5 in | 38.9 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 43 in | 41.5 in |
| Second-row legroom | 39.5 in | 36.3 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,700 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 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 | Double Wishbone Suspension, Coil Springs, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar |
| Rear suspension type | Double wishbone, coil springs, dampers, stabilizer bar | Integral Axle with Transverse Composite Leaf Spring, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power Assisted Rack-and-Pinion (Dual Pinion) | Electric Power Assisted Rack and Pinion Steering |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.5 ft | 37.4 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 | 18 in | — |
| Wheel material | alloy | — |
| Wheel width | 7 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 225/60R18 100H | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 18 gal | 18.8 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 95 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | MySubaru Companion | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 60 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.9 in | 58.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 57.4 in | 56.5 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
80 features · differences first, then sharedSafety25 differ · 25 listed
| Feature | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Cruise Control w/Lane Centering | std | — |
| Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Electronic Brake Assistance (EBA) | — | std |
| Auto Vehicle Hold | std | — |
| Auto Vehicle Shut Down | std | — |
| Automatic Emergency Steering | std | — |
| Blind Spot Warning | std | — |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| DriverFocus® Driver Monitoring System | std | — |
| Emergency Lane Keep Assist | std | — |
| Emergency Stop Assist | std | — |
| EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology | 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 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 Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS) and rollover sensors | std | — |
| Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS) and rollover sensors | std | — |
Infotainment10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 6-speaker system | std | — |
| AM/FM Stereo HD Radio® | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Audio Streaming, Hands-Free Phone Connectivity, SMS Text Messaging | 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 | — |
| Paddle Shift Control | std | — |
| SiriusXM with 360L (4 Month Free Trial / Subscription required after) | opt | — |
| Subaru 12.1-inch Multimedia System | std | — |
| Voice Activated Controls | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ | std | — |
Convenience4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — |
Seating7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated Front Seats (All-Weather Package) | std | — |
| 6-way Manual Driver's Seat | std | — |
| 10-way Power Driver's Seat (includes 2-way Power Lumbar Support) | std | — |
| Black Cloth Upholstery | std | — |
| Rear Seatback 60/40 split | std | — |
| Reclining Seatback | std | — |
| Whiplash Reducing Front Seats | std | — |
Interior8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-inch full digital instrument display | std | — |
| Center Dash Panel: Black Tricot Cloth (No Stitch) | std | — |
| Cord Management Clip | std | — |
| Rear Seatback and Cargo Floor (Carpeted) | std | — |
| Rear Seatback Release Levers | std | — |
| Soft Grip Urethane Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Welcome Lighting | std | — |
| Rear View Mirror: Day / Night | std | — |
Exterior18 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Door Handles: Body Color | std | — |
| Front Badge: Subaru 6 Star Logo | std | — |
| Front Grille: Black Insert Material w/ Black Accent | std | — |
| Heated Power Exterior Mirrors (All-Weather Package) | std | — |
| LED Fog Lights | std | — |
| LED Steering Responsive Headlights w/Automatic High Beams | std | — |
| Power Mirrors: Black | 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 | — |
| Wheel Arch & Side Cladding: Black | std | — |
| Windshield Wiper De-Icer (All-Weather Package) | std | — |
| Rear Roof Spoiler: Body Color w/ Black Edge & End Panels | std | — |
Powertrain2 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 8-speed automatic gearbox | — | std |
| X-MODE® Single-Mode System with Hill Descent Control | std | — |
| All Wheel Drive (AWD) | std | std |
Chassis3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Double Wishbone Suspension, Coil Springs, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar, Optional Air Suspension and Active shock absorbers (front) | — | std |
| Electric Power Assisted Rack and Pinion Steering | — | std |
| Integral Axle with Transverse Composite Leaf Spring, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar, Optional Air Suspension and Active shock absorbers (rear) | — | std |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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, NCAPSubaru Outback
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Volvo XC60
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Subaru OutbackBase AWD | Volvo XC60B5 AWD AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $32,995 (base trim) | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $32,995 – $46,595 7 trims | — 2 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Outback AWD | XC60 B5 AWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 27 | 26 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,500 | $3,150 |
| EV range | — | — |
| 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 Subaru Outback or the 2027 Volvo XC60?
The Subaru Outback wins clearly, 94.7 to 80.7, on safety, space & cargo, fuel & range. The Volvo XC60 is ahead on performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Subaru Outback scores 94.7 and the 2027 Volvo XC60 80.7. 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 Subaru Outback or the 2027 Volvo XC60?
2027 Subaru Outback: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Volvo XC60: 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 Subaru Outback and the 2027 Volvo XC60?
Where the 2027 Subaru Outback wins: it lists 24 standard driver-assist features against 1, holds 34.6 cu ft behind the second row against 21.6, and opens up to 80.5 cu ft of cargo against 54.5. Where the 2027 Volvo XC60 answers: it turns out 266 lb-ft of torque against 178 and makes 247 hp against 180. What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.