Compare 2025 Subaru Crosstrek vs 2025 Subaru Outback

Which Model Offers Better Performance?

The 2025 Subaru Crosstrek comes standard with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that produces 152 horsepower. Higher trims are powered by a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine delivering 182 horsepower. All trims include Subaru’s signature all-wheel drive and a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The Crosstrek Wilderness trim stands out with a raised suspension for enhanced off-road capability.

The 2025 Subaru Outback, being larger, offers more power options. The base trims share the Crosstrek’s 2.5-liter engine with 182 horsepower, while higher trims boast a turbocharged 2.4-liter engine generating 260 horsepower. Like the Crosstrek, the Outback features all-wheel drive and a CVT, ensuring smooth and capable performance on any terrain.

What Are the Design Differences?

The Subaru Crosstrek has a compact, sporty appearance with a sloped roofline and bold fender flares. Its rugged aesthetic is enhanced by thick body cladding, a sculpted front bumper with integrated fog lights, and an eye-catching mesh grille flanked by sharp LED headlights.

The Subaru Outback takes a more refined approach, featuring a longer body with subtle contouring for a sleek yet rugged presence. It incorporates aggressive fender moldings, a sophisticated grille design, and adaptive LED headlights that enhance visibility. Its extended roofline offers more cargo space and versatility, making it ideal for road trips and everyday adventures.

What Features Come Standard in Each Model?

The 2025 Subaru Crosstrek offers a range of advanced features, including an 11.6-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, StarTex or leather upholstery, a Harman Kardon sound system, a power sunroof, heated front seats, and Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist technology for added safety.

The 2025 Subaru Outback shares many of these features but adds premium upgrades such as a driver attention warning system, a digital rearview mirror, a front-view camera, heated rear seats, and driver’s memory settings. With its larger size, the Outback also provides more cargo capacity and rear-seat space for added comfort.

Test Drive the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek and Outback in Fairfax, VA

Whether you prefer the compact agility of the Crosstrek or the spacious versatility of the Outback, Farrish Subaru has both models ready for you to explore. Visit our dealership in Fairfax, VA today, or contact us to schedule your test drive!