Ford Bronco Sport vs Subaru Outback
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
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2026 Subaru Outback
Overview
| Spec | Ford Bronco SportBig Bend | Subaru OutbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Big Bend | Premium |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford Bronco SportBig Bend | Subaru OutbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,695 (best) | $34,995 |
| Lowest listing price | $16,699 (best) | $20,992 |
| Median listing price | $35,207 | $20,992 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $43,223 | $20,992 (best) |
| For sale now | 25 (best) | 1 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford Bronco SportBig Bend | Subaru OutbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG | 27 MPG |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford Bronco SportBig Bend | Subaru OutbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 181 hp (best) | 180 hp |
| Torque | 190 lb-ft (best) | 178 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I3 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford Bronco SportBig Bend | Subaru OutbackPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 65.2 cu ft | 80.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | — | 3,741 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in | 8.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 108.1 in (best) |
| Length | 172.7 in | 191.7 in (best) |
| Width | 74.3 in (best) | 74 in |
| Height | 70.2 in (best) | 67.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford Bronco SportBig Bend | Subaru 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 |
| Rollover | — | Not Rated |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Ford Bronco Sport | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Big Bend $31,695 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Heritage $33,490 MSRP | Limited $41,715 MSRP |
| 3 | Outer Banks $34,985 MSRP | Limited XT $44,365 MSRP |
| 4 | Badlands $36,760 MSRP | Wilderness $44,995 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Touring $45,395 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Touring XT $47,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
Ford Bronco Sport25 for sale
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Used2023 Ford Bronco Sport
Big Bend
85,569 mi$19,987Jay Hatfield GMC of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2023 Ford Bronco Sport
Big Bend
85,569 mi$19,987Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2021 Ford Bronco Sport
Big Bend
105,789 mi$16,699Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Vinita
Vinita, OK
Used2025 Ford Bronco Sport
Big Bend
35,521 mi$25,995Jay Hatfield Chevrolet
Columbus, KS
- New
2026 Ford Bronco Sport
Heritage
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat•Navy Pier5 mi$36,516MSRP $38,680Middleton Ford
Middleton, WI
New2026 Ford Bronco Sport
Badlands
Shadow Black•Gray5 mi$43,223MSRP $46,280Middleton Ford
Middleton, WI
Subaru Outback1 for sale
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Ford Bronco Sport vs Subaru Outback FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Ford Bronco Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Bronco 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: 2027 Ford Bronco Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Ford Bronco Sport starts lower at $31,695. Live Ford Bronco Sport listings start at $16,699. Live Subaru Outback listings start at $20,992.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Bronco Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
- The 2027 Ford Bronco Sport leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,695).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Bronco Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
- The 2026 Subaru Outback leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Bronco Sport or 2026 Subaru Outback?
- The 2027 Ford Bronco Sport leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,200).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Ford Bronco Sport vs 2026 Subaru Outback?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Outback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).