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Lexus UX300h vs Subaru Outback

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

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2026 Lexus UX300h

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2026 Subaru Outback

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Overview

SpecLexus UX300hUX 300h FWDSubaru OutbackPremium
Selected trimUX 300h FWDPremium
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecLexus UX300hUX 300h FWDSubaru OutbackPremium
MSRP$36,955$34,995 (best)
Lowest listing price—$7,995 (best)
Median listing price—$42,338 (best)
Highest listing price—$53,175 (best)
For sale now0160 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecLexus UX300hUX 300h FWDSubaru OutbackPremium
Combined MPG43 MPG (best)28 MPG
City MPG45 MPG (best)26 MPG
Highway MPG41 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank11 gal18 gal (best)

Performance

SpecLexus UX300hUX 300h FWDSubaru OutbackPremium
Horsepower196 hp (best)180 hp
Torque139 lb-ft178 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecLexus UX300hUX 300h FWDSubaru OutbackPremium
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume—80.5 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,455 lbs (best)3,741 lbs
Ground clearance—8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase104 in108.1 in (best)
Length177 in191.7 in (best)
Width72 in74 in (best)
Height61 in67.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecLexus UX300hUX 300h FWDSubaru 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 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.

TrimLexus UX300hSubaru Outback
1

UX 300h FWD

$36,955 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

UX 300h AWD

$38,525 MSRP

Limited

$41,715 MSRP

3

UX 300h Premium

$40,225 MSRP

Limited XT

$44,365 MSRP

4

UX 300h F SPORT Design

$40,790 MSRP

Wilderness

$44,995 MSRP

5

UX 300h Premium AWD

$41,795 MSRP

Touring

$45,395 MSRP

6

UX 300h F SPORT Handling

$45,375 MSRP

Touring XT

$47,995 MSRP

7

UX 300h F SPORT Handling

$46,945 MSRP

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Lexus UX300h vs Subaru Outback FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Lexus UX300h or 2026 Subaru Outback?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Lexus UX300h 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: 2026 Lexus UX300h or 2026 Subaru Outback?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Subaru Outback starts lower at $34,995. Live Subaru Outback listings start at $7,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Lexus UX300h or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2026 Subaru Outback leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,995).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Lexus UX300h or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2026 Lexus UX300h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (43).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Lexus UX300h or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2026 Subaru Outback leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Lexus UX300h vs 2026 Subaru Outback?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Outback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).