The 2021 Subaru Outback hangs on to its remarkably rugged stance as it grows more refined than ever.
Pros Capable as ever Big 11.6-inch touchscreen A roomy interior Excellent safety record Rides very well
Cons Careful styling Moderate acceleration from base engine Needs more small-item storage
The 2021 Subaru Outback comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.Adaptive LED headlights now standard on all trims.Seat-belt reminder standard for all passengers.Reminder to check rear seat added as standard safety feature.
Pros Spacious cabin and smooth, comfortable ride Optional turbocharged engine provides plenty of power Loading the roof or cargo area is easier than in most SUVs Above-average off-road ability
Cons Big touchscreen is slow to respond and buries many controls in complicated menus Slow acceleration from standard engine Native voice recognition system isn't very accurate
The Outback was redesigned from the ground up for the 2020 model year, so for 2021 Subaru has made only three minor changes: Adaptive headlamps, a rear-seat reminder system, and a passenger's seatbelt warning light and chime are now standard across the lineup.
Pros Ground clearance helps off-road or in snow, spacious cabin, tons of available tech.
Cons Unhurried acceleration, ho-hum driving dynamics, indistinct exterior styling.
The 2020 Toyota 4Runner comes with rear wheel drive, and four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 5-speed shiftable automatic.TRD Pro has new Fox shock absorbers, new skid plate and roof rack, and standard sunroof and JBL sound system.New Limited Nightshade Edition with black-out color scheme.
Pros Off-road capability few other competitors can match Variety of trim levels to suit many buyers and price points Versatile cargo area with an optional slide-out floor
Cons Choppy ride quality compared to more modern crossovers V6 engine not very fuel-efficient Tall step-in height makes for ungraceful entry and exit
The 2020 Toyota 4Runner ranked #21 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Toyota 4Runner has a score of 7.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 56 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Excellent off-road capabilities Ample cargo space Long list of features
Cons Unrefined transmission Dull, outdated interior Bumpy ride Poor fuel economy
