Ford
Ford F-150 (2026)
$37290
Released 2026
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Ford F-150 (2026) vs Subaru Outback (2026)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Subaru Outback (2026) is cheaper at $34995. Every spec and price links to its source.
Subaru
Subaru Outback (2026)
$34995Cheaper
Released 2026
Which is better: the Ford F-150 (2026) or Subaru Outback (2026)?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Subaru Outback (2026) is the cheaper at $34995.
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Full spec sheet
✓ marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.
| Spec | Ford F-150 (2026) | Subaru Outback (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $37290 | $34995 |
| Brand | Ford | Subaru |
| Released | 2026 | 2026 |
| Body style | full-size pickup truck | midsize wagon/crossover |
| Mpg combined | — | 27 |
| Horsepower | 325 | 180 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Seats | 3 | 5 |
| Cargo cuft | — | — |
| Powertrain | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 turbocharged, 10-speed automatic | 2.5L flat-4 (Boxer) naturally aspirated, CVT AV-S8 |
| Release | 2026 | 2026 |
Sources — Ford F-150 (2026): consumerreports.org (verified 2026-06-15). Subaru Outback (2026): fueleconomy.gov (verified 2026-06-15).
What's the difference between the Ford F-150 (2026) and Subaru Outback (2026)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Body style: Ford F-150 (2026) full-size pickup truck vs Subaru Outback (2026) midsize wagon/crossover
- Horsepower: Ford F-150 (2026) 325 vs Subaru Outback (2026) 180
- Drivetrain: Ford F-150 (2026) RWD vs Subaru Outback (2026) AWD
- Seats: Ford F-150 (2026) 3 vs Subaru Outback (2026) 5
- Powertrain: Ford F-150 (2026) 2.7L EcoBoost V6 turbocharged, 10-speed automatic vs Subaru Outback (2026) 2.5L flat-4 (Boxer) naturally aspirated, CVT AV-S8
What reviewers say
Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.
Ford F-150 (2026)
Two whitelisted testers back the 2026 F-150 as a top full-size pickup. Car and Driver instrumented-tested it (5.0-sec 0-60 hybrid, 185-ft braking, 0.76 g skidpad) and rates it 9/10; MotorTrend concurs qualitatively at 9.1/10, praising the powertrain breadth. Both note styling or ride caveats, and both review the Lightning and Raptor separately. (2 sourced reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
Praised: Vast engine/powertrain lineup and near-limitless cab, bed, and trim configurations; Competitive towing (up to 13,500 lb) and payload capability.
Flagged: Jittery, stiff rear leaf-spring ride versus the Ram's coil-spring setup; Aging/tired exterior styling; Down-market cabin materials in mainstream trims.
Subaru Outback (2026)
Only Car and Driver's live page survived skeptic verification with full instrumented data for the redesigned 2026 Outback; all quotes and measured values were confirmed against the fetched text. C/D rates it 8.5/10: roomy and comfortable with decent light-duty off-road ability, but numb handling and a sluggish base engine hold it back. (1 sourced review, 1 lab-tested.)
Praised: Spacious rear seat and expanded cargo area; Decent light-duty off-road capability; Friendly physical dashboard controls and faster 12.1-inch infotainment.
Flagged: Sluggish, unhurried base 2.5-liter engine; Numb steering and loose, unengaging handling; Jerky CVT blunts the turbo engine.