Subaru
Subaru Outback (2026)
$34995
Released 2026
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Subaru Outback (2026) vs Nissan Rogue (2026)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Nissan Rogue (2026) is cheaper at $29490. Every spec and price links to its source.
Nissan
Nissan Rogue (2026)
$29490Cheaper
Released 2026
Which is better: the Subaru Outback (2026) or Nissan Rogue (2026)?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Nissan Rogue (2026) is the cheaper at $29490.
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Full spec sheet
✓ marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.
| Spec | Subaru Outback (2026) | Nissan Rogue (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $34995 | $29490 |
| Brand | Subaru | Nissan |
| Released | 2026 | 2026 |
| Body style | midsize wagon/crossover | compact SUV |
| Mpg combined | 27 | 32 |
| Horsepower | 180 | 201 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo cuft | — | — |
| Powertrain | 2.5L flat-4 (Boxer) naturally aspirated, CVT AV-S8 | 1.5L inline-3 turbocharged, CVT AV-S8 |
| Release | 2026 | 2026 |
Sources — Subaru Outback (2026): fueleconomy.gov (verified 2026-06-15). Nissan Rogue (2026): fueleconomy.gov (verified 2026-06-15).
What's the difference between the Subaru Outback (2026) and Nissan Rogue (2026)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Body style: Subaru Outback (2026) midsize wagon/crossover vs Nissan Rogue (2026) compact SUV
- Mpg combined: Subaru Outback (2026) 27 vs Nissan Rogue (2026) 32
- Horsepower: Subaru Outback (2026) 180 vs Nissan Rogue (2026) 201
- Drivetrain: Subaru Outback (2026) AWD vs Nissan Rogue (2026) FWD
- Powertrain: Subaru Outback (2026) 2.5L flat-4 (Boxer) naturally aspirated, CVT AV-S8 vs Nissan Rogue (2026) 1.5L inline-3 turbocharged, CVT AV-S8
What reviewers say
Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.
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.
Nissan Rogue (2026)
Two whitelisted testers reviewed the 2026 Rogue; both praise its comfortable, compliant ride and roomy, well-packaged interior, and both flag a laggy infotainment system. They diverge sharply on overall merit: Car and Driver measured an 8.0-sec 0-60, rates it 7.5/10 and ranks it #16, calling its dynamics 'blah'; MotorTrend scores it 9.4/10 and ranks it #2. (2 sourced reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
Praised: Comfortable, compliant, soft ride; Spacious interior with abundant storage and competitive cargo room; Responsive, efficient turbo three-cylinder powertrain.
Flagged: Laggy / mediocre infotainment system; Intrusive road and tire noise at highway speed; Bland, unengaging driving dynamics.