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Acura TSX vs Subaru Outback

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2014 Acura TSX

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2026 Subaru Outback

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Overview

SpecAcura TSXBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
Selected trimBasePremium
Body styleSedanSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission5-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20142026

Pricing & market

SpecAcura TSXBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
MSRP$30,635 (best)$34,995
Lowest listing price—$19,995 (best)
Median listing price—$19,995 (best)
Highest listing price—$19,995 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura TSXBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
Combined MPG26 MPG27 MPG (best)
City MPG22 MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG31 MPG31 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)18 gal

Performance

SpecAcura TSXBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
Horsepower201 hp (best)180 hp
Torque170 lb-ft178 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecAcura TSXBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14 cu ft80.5 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,479 lbs (best)3,741 lbs
Ground clearance—8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase106.5 in108.1 in (best)
Length185.6 in191.7 in (best)
Width72.4 in74 in (best)
Height56.7 in67.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura TSXBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)3None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAcura TSXSubaru Outback
1

Base

$30,635 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Base

$31,985 MSRP

Limited

$41,715 MSRP

3

Special Edition

$31,635 MSRP

Limited XT

$44,365 MSRP

4

Special Edition

$31,635 MSRP

Wilderness

$44,995 MSRP

5

Technology Package

$33,735 MSRP

Touring

$45,395 MSRP

6

Technology Package

$35,635 MSRP

Touring XT

$47,995 MSRP

7

Technology Package

$39,275 MSRP

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Acura TSX vs Subaru Outback FAQ

Which is better: 2014 Acura TSX or 2026 Subaru Outback?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TSX vs 2026 Subaru Outback on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2014 Acura TSX or 2026 Subaru Outback?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2014 Acura TSX starts lower at $30,635. Live Subaru Outback listings start at $19,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TSX or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2014 Acura TSX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,635).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Acura TSX or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2026 Subaru Outback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TSX or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2014 Acura TSX leads on horsepower in this comparison (280).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 Acura TSX vs 2026 Subaru Outback?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Outback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).