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Chevrolet Captiva Sport vs Subaru Outback

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

Vehicles

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2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport

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2026 Subaru Outback

Overview

SpecChevrolet Captiva SportLS FleetSubaru OutbackPremium
Selected trimLS FleetPremium
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typeflex-fuel (FFV)gas
Model year20152026

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet Captiva SportLS FleetSubaru OutbackPremium
MSRP$24,370 (best)$34,995
Lowest listing price$7,995 (best)
Median listing price$42,338 (best)
Highest listing price$53,175 (best)
For sale now0176 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet Captiva SportLS FleetSubaru OutbackPremium
Combined MPG23 MPG28 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG26 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)18 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet Captiva SportLS FleetSubaru OutbackPremium
Horsepower180 hp180 hp
Torque172 lb-ft178 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet Captiva SportLS FleetSubaru OutbackPremium
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume56.4 cu ft80.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,024 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,801 lbs3,741 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.8 in8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase106.6 in108.1 in (best)
Length180.1 in191.7 in (best)
Width72.8 in74 in (best)
Height67 in67.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet Captiva SportLS FleetSubaru OutbackPremium
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

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.

TrimChevrolet Captiva SportSubaru Outback
1

LS Fleet

$24,370 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LS Fleet

$25,155 MSRP

Limited

$41,715 MSRP

3

LT Fleet

$25,985 MSRP

Limited XT

$44,365 MSRP

4

LTZ Fleet

$29,505 MSRP

Wilderness

$44,995 MSRP

5

Touring

$45,395 MSRP

6

Touring XT

$47,995 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Captiva Sport vs Subaru Outback FAQ

Which is better: 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport 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: 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport starts lower at $24,370. Live Subaru Outback listings start at $7,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,370).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2026 Subaru Outback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better horsepower: 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2026 Subaru Outback leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport vs 2026 Subaru Outback?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Outback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).