Comparison - Subaru Outback Touring XT 2021 - vs - Toyota Highlander XSE 2021

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Subaru Outback Touring XT 2021

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

39,945

Updated:

23 Aug 2019

43,355

Updated:

06 Feb 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

18.50gals

17.90gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Cinnamon brown pearl

#3F2927

Abyss blue pearl

#2B4566

Crystal black silica

#000000

Magnetite gray metallic

#505666

Crystal white pearl

#E7E7E7

Autumn green metallic

#7C805D

Color:

Ruby Flare Pearl

#740000

Celestial Silver Metallic

#979CA0

Blizzard Pearl

#ECE7EA

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#4E4E4E

Blueprint

#323C71

MIDNIGHT BLACK METALLIC

#24231E

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

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

By:

thecarconnection.com

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

By:

edmunds.com

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.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Toyota Highlander learned new tricks to keep us entertained on the road, when we’re not asleep in the back anyway.

Pros
Better style
New sporty XSE look
Still practical…
...and fuel efficient
Great standard safety

Cons
Infotainment is still a headache
Exterior is a little busy
Pricey top models
Small-ish third row

By:

thecarconnection.com

The sporty-looking XSE trim level joins the Highlander lineup for 2021. It punches up the looks with more aggressive exterior styling, unique 20-inch wheels, black exterior accents, and a sportier calibration for the suspension. Elsewhere, LED projection headlamps are now a standard feature and all models receive additional driver-assistance features, including semi-automated emergency steering technology that's designed to help a driver avoid collisions.

Pros
Attractive design,
optional hybrid powertrain,
generous standard features.

Cons
Few driving thrills,
skimpy third-row room,
fussy interior styling.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Toyota Highlander comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 2 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.New sporty XSE trim debuts.

Pros
Comfortable, quiet ride
Easy to see out of
Good power and fuel economy from V6 engine

Cons
Third row is kids-only
Below-average cargo space behind the third-row seat

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

23.00mpg

20.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

30.00mpg

27.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Flat

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.40L

3.50L

Torque:

277ft-lbs

at 2 000rpm

263ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

Horsepower:

260hp

at 5 600rpm

295hp

at 6 600rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

36.10Feet

37.40Feet

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:

yes

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

191.30in

197.40in

Width:

73.00in

76.00in

Height:

66.10in

68.10in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

8.00in

Front Track:

61.80in

Rear Track:

62.80in

Wheel Base:

108.10in

112.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.70

39.60

Rear Head Room:

39.10

39.40

Front Leg Room:

42.80in

42.00in

Rear leg room:

39.50in

41.00in

Front Hip Room:

55.50in

57.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

58.10in

59.00in

Rear Hip Room:

54.80in

57.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

57.40in

58.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

75.70cu.ft

84.30cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

32.50cu.ft

16.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

18.60degrees

16.90degrees

Angle of Departure:

21.70degrees

21.10degrees

Curb Weight:

3937.00lbs

4400.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Bucket front seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Premium Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Bucket Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Leatherette

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

4 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Heated

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Manual Folding Bench Third Row Seats

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:

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

576 Watts Stereo Output

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

6 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

18 X 7.0 In.

20 In.

Wheels more:

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Underbody Mounted Spare Tire

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

225.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R18

Width:

235.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R20

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

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:

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Self-Leveling Headlights

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Standard Model

All-Weather Floor Liner Package

Preferred Accessory Package W/All-Weather Floor Liners

Preferred Accessory Package W/Carpet Mats

Protection Package

Exterior Options:

Body Side Molding - Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Body Side Molding - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guards - Autumn Green Metallic

Body Side Molding - Abyss Blue Pearl

Wheel Locks - Alloy

Wheel Lug Nut And Lock Set - Black

Body Side Molding - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guards - Crystal White Pearl

Body Side Molding - Crystal Black Silica

Splash Guards

Sport Grille - Turbo

Body Side Molding - Autumn Green Metallic

Trailer Hitch

Rear Bumper Cover

Door Scuff Protectors

Rear Gate Trim - Chrome

Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror W/Approach Lighting

Door Edge Guards - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Tow Hitch Receiver

Alloy Wheel Locks

Special Color

Door Edge Guards

Rear Bumper Applique

Trailer Ball

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Tow Hitch Receiver W/Wiring Harness

Paint Protection Film (Front Bumper)

Ball Mount

Rear Bumper Protector

Body Side Moldings

Running Boards

Paint Protection Film

Interior Options:

Wireless Charger

Woodgrain Interior Trim Kit

LED Upgrade - Dome Light

Cargo Net

Rear Seatback Protector

Sunshade

Footwell Illumination Kit

All-Weather Floor Liners

All Weather Floor Liners

Carpet Floor Mats

Carpet Floor Mats And Cargo Liner Package

Red Leather Interior

Cargo Cover

Carpet Mat Package

JBL Audio W/Integrated Navigation

Cargo Liner

Universal Tablet Holder

Cargo Tote

Cargo Net - Envelope

Illuminated Door Sills

Carpet Cargo Mat

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Java Brown Nappa, premium leather

#594832

Color:

Cockpit Red, leather

#802A2A

Black Mixed Media, leatherette

#24231E

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Comparison - Subaru Outback Touring XT 2021 - vs - Toyota Highlander XSE 2021

General

Also called:

--

Also called:

Kluger

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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