Comparison - Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 2018 - vs - Kia Sportage SX 2019

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Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 2018

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Also called:

Kia KX5

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

32,695

Updated:

01 Feb 2018

34,600

Updated:

01 Apr 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2019

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

18.50gals

16.40gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Carbide Gray Metallic

#505666

Crystal Black Silica

#000000

Crystal Black Silica

#000000

Crystal White Pearl

#E7E7E7

Crystal White Pearl

#E7E7E7

Ice Silver Metallic

#B7B8C5

Lapis Blue Pearl

#294989

Tungsten Metallic

#BAB690

Twilight Blue Metallic

#566B99

Venetian Red Pearl

#8D1111

Wilderness Green Metallic

#97A497

Color:

Black Cherry

#2A2627

Snow White Pearl

#FFFFFF

Sparkling Silver

#D0D3D8

Burnished Copper

#BA7A4C

Hyper Red

#B32A34

Mineral Silver

#8C898D

Pacific Blue

#677081

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

Unless you really need three rows of seats, the 2018 Subaru Outback is the sensible SUV alternative.

Pros
Swiss Army knife utility
More refined than ever
Lots of safety tech
Comfortable, roomy interior
Good ride and handling

Cons
Optional 6-cylinder is thirsty
Short on high-end luxuries
No EyeSight on base Outback
Touring’s roof rack lacks cross bars

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2018 Subaru Outback ranked #3 in Wagons. Currently the Subaru Outback has a score of 8.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 41 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Standard all-wheel drive
Spacious seats
Lots of cargo space

Cons
Unimpressive base engine

By:

usnews.com

The 2018 Subaru Outback receives a variety of changes. On the outside, the grille and front and rear fascias have been updated for a more aggressive look, and there are new headlights that feature LED daytime running lights. A new side mirror design reduces interior cabin noise. On the inside, the Outback features a new infotainment system that supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and a new center console and steering wheel design. Premium and higher trims receive contrast stitching on the doors, seats and dash.

PROS
A more spacious and comfortable cabin than those of many rivals
Roof and cargo-loading heights are lower than those of most SUVs
Excellent visibility in all directions
Off-road ability is above average

CONS
Gas and brake pedal feel make it hard to drive four-cylinder smoothly
Acceleration is lackluster, especially with four-cylinder engine

By:

edmunds.com

The handsome, capable 2019 Kia Sportage does many things well; gas mileage isn’t one of them.

Pros
Distinctive styling
Great ride and handling
Optional turbo power
Quality feel inside
Stellar infotainment

Cons
Lousy fuel economy
Styling not for everyone
So-so visibility
Limited configurability

By:

thecarconnection.com

For 2019, the Sportage loses the previously available Technology package.Some features have been shuffled from optional to standard.

Pros
Smooth ride quality
Spacious seating front and rear
Attractive dashboard layout with appealing features
Quiet interior at highway speeds

Cons
Relatively modest cargo capacity
Fuel economy isn't as good as that of some top rivals

By:

edmunds.com

The 2019 Kia Sportage ranked #3 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Kia Sportage has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 20 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Spacious, upscale cabin
Smooth ride and agile handling
User-friendly infotainment system

Cons
Subpar fuel economy
Many rivals have more cargo space

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usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

25.00mpg

20.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

32.00mpg

23.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Flat

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.50L

2.00L

Torque:

174ft-lbs

at 4 000rpm

260ft-lbs

at 1 450rpm

Horsepower:

175hp

at 5 800rpm

237hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

36.10Feet

34.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

189.60in

176.40in

Width:

72.40in

73.00in

Height:

66.50in

65.20in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

6.80in

Front Track:

61.80in

63.30in

Rear Track:

62.20in

63.80in

Wheel Base:

108.10in

105.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.30

37.60

Rear Head Room:

38.90

37.90

Front Leg Room:

42.90in

41.50in

Rear leg room:

38.10in

38.20in

Front Hip Room:

55.50in

54.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

58.10in

57.10in

Rear Hip Room:

55.00in

51.20in

Rear Shoulder room:

57.30in

55.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

73.30cu.ft

60.10cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

2700lbs

2000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

35.50cu.ft

30.70cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

28.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

24.60degrees

Curb Weight:

3893.00lbs

3765.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

More Power Features:

Heated mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

1 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Hands-free entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Bucket front seats

Leather

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

8-Way Power Driver Seat

4-Way Power Passenger Seat

8 -way power driver seat

8 -way power passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Leather

Multi-level heating driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Reclining rear seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Heated

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts

Reclining rear seats

Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Air conditioning

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Leather Steering Wheel

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

12 total speakers

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

7-inch high-resolution touch screen

576 Watts Stereo Output

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

1 Subwoofer(S)

3 Months of provided satellite radio service

320 Watts Stereo Output

8 total speakers

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

1 Subwoofer(S)

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Ventilated front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc brakes

solid rear disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Rear height adjustable headrests

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Blind-Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System

Post-Collision Safety System

Turn Signal Mirrors

LED Headlamp

Adaptive Headlights

Self-Leveling Headlights

Rear height adjustable headrests

Turn signal mirrors

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlamp

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Self-Leveling Headlights

Adaptive Headlights

Options

Packages:

Protection Package 1

Popular Package 2

Standard Model- 2.5i Limited / 3.6R Limited

Eyesight + Navigation System + High Beam Assist + Reverse Auto Brake

Exterior Options:

Door Edge Guards- Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guards- Dark Blue Pearl

Door Edge Guards- Wilderness Green Metallic

Body Side Molding- Dark Blue Pearl

Body Side Molding- Crystal Black Silica

Body Side Molding- Wilderness Green Metallic

Body Side Molding- Crystal White Pearl

Wheel Arch Moldings

Splash Guards

Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror W/Approach Light

Wheel Locks- Alloy

Trailer Hitch

Door Edge Guards- Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guards- Tungsten Metallic

Door Edge Guards- Twilight Blue Metallic

Door Edge Guards- Ice Silver Metallic

Door Edge Guards- Magnetite Gray Metallic

Rear Bumper Cover

Body Side Molding- Tungsten Metallic

Body Side Molding- Magnetite Gray Metallic

Body Side Molding- Crimson Red Pearl

Body Side Molding- Twilight Blue Metallic

Body Side Molding- Ice Silver Metallic

Door Edge Guards- Crimson Red Pearl

Mud Guards

Cross Bars

Bumper Applique

Paint Protection Package

Wheel Locks

Tow Hitch

Interior Options:

Rear Seatback Protector

Compartment Separator

All-Weather Floor Liners

Footwell Illumination Kit

LED Upgrade- Map And Dome Lights

Cargo Net

Sunshade

Cargo Net- Rear Seatback

All-Weather Floor Mats

Cargo Tray

Interior Light Kit

SX Beige Leather Interior

Cargo Mat

Cargo Net

Cargo Cover

Carpet Floor Mats

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Slate Black Cloth, cloth

#29292B

Warm Ivory Cloth, cloth

#8C867E

Color:

Beige, leather

#BB9272

Gray, leather

#9B9B9B

Black, leather

#000000

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Comparison - Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 2018 - vs - Kia Sportage SX 2019

General

Also called:

--

Also called:

Kia KX5

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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