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Dodge Magnum vs Subaru Outback

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

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2008 Dodge Magnum

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2026 Subaru Outback

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Overview

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
Selected trimBasePremium
Body styleWagonSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20082026

Pricing & market

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
MSRP$23,420 (best)$34,995
Lowest listing price—$20,394 (best)
Median listing price—$28,057 (best)
Highest listing price—$31,398 (best)
For sale now03 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
Combined MPG21 MPG27 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18 gal18 gal

Performance

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
Horsepower178 hp180 hp (best)
Torque190 lb-ft (best)178 lb-ft
Engine size2.7 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6flat 4

Size & capability

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume71.6 cu ft80.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,842 lbs3,741 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.6 in8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase120 in (best)108.1 in
Length197.7 in (best)191.7 in
Width74.1 in (best)74 in
Height58.3 in67.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru OutbackPremium
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)5None 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.

TrimDodge MagnumSubaru Outback
1

Base

$23,420 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SXT

$27,225 MSRP

Limited

$41,715 MSRP

3

SXT

$29,855 MSRP

Limited XT

$44,365 MSRP

4

RT

$31,780 MSRP

Wilderness

$44,995 MSRP

5

RT

$33,880 MSRP

Touring

$45,395 MSRP

6

SRT-8

$38,105 MSRP

Touring XT

$47,995 MSRP

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Dodge Magnum vs Subaru Outback FAQ

Which is better: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2026 Subaru Outback?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Dodge Magnum 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: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2026 Subaru Outback?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Dodge Magnum starts lower at $23,420. Live Subaru Outback listings start at $20,394.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,420).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2026 Subaru Outback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on horsepower in this comparison (425).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,800).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2008 Dodge Magnum vs 2026 Subaru Outback?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Outback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).