2026 Subaru Outback Alternatives: Top 10 SUVs Compared
The 2026 Subaru Outback has undergone a redesign, now classified as a midsize SUV. According to U.S. News & World Report, several alternatives include the Subaru Forester ($29,995, rating 8.6), Mazda CX-50 ($29,900, rating 8.8), Toyota RAV4 ($31,900, rating 8.3), Ford Bronco ($40,795, rating 8.4), Honda Passport ($44,950, rating 9.1), Kia Telluride ($39,190, rating 9.5), Jeep Grand Cherokee ($38,415, rating 9.0), Subaru Trailseeker ($39,995, rating 8.6), Subaru Ascent ($40,795, rating 8.6), and Toyota 4Runner ($42,070, rating 8.3). Notably, the RAV4 now features a standard hybrid option, while the Passport and 4Runner have been redesigned. It's advisable for buyers to evaluate warranty, safety features, and overall ownership costs.
Key facts
- The 2026 Subaru Outback is redesigned as a midsize SUV, moving away from its wagon roots.
- U.S. News & World Report lists 10 alternatives to the Outback.
- Subaru Forester starts at $29,995 with a U.S. News Rating of 8.6.
- Mazda CX-50 starts at $29,900 with a U.S. News Rating of 8.8.
- Toyota RAV4 is fully redesigned for 2026, starting at $31,900 with a U.S. News Rating of 8.3, and is now standard hybrid with up to 44 mpg.
- Ford Bronco starts at $40,795 with a U.S. News Rating of 8.4, the most capable off-roader.
- Honda Passport starts at $44,950 with a U.S. News Rating of 9.1, redesigned for 2026.
- Kia Telluride starts at $39,190 with a U.S. News Rating of 9.5, the top-scoring midsize SUV.
- Jeep Grand Cherokee starts at $38,415 with a U.S. News Rating of 9.0, redesigned for 2026.
- Subaru Trailseeker is an electric crossover starting at $39,995 with a U.S. News Rating of 8.6.
- Subaru Ascent starts at $40,795 with a U.S. News Rating of 8.6, the brand's largest vehicle.
- Toyota 4Runner starts at $42,070 with a U.S. News Rating of 8.3, redesigned after 15 years.
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Institutions
- U.S. News & World Report
- Subaru
- Mazda
- Toyota
- Ford
- Honda
- Kia
- Jeep
Locations
- United States
Sources
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