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Mazda CX-50 Hybrid vs Subaru Outback

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

Vehicles

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2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

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2026 Subaru Outback

Overview

SpecMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid PreferredSubaru OutbackPremium
Selected trimHybrid PreferredPremium
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20252026

Pricing & market

SpecMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid PreferredSubaru OutbackPremium
MSRP$33,970 (best)$34,995
Lowest listing price$30,272$7,995 (best)
Median listing price$37,191 (best)$42,338
Highest listing price$43,730 (best)$53,175
For sale now86174 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid PreferredSubaru OutbackPremium
Combined MPG38 MPG (best)28 MPG
City MPG39 MPG (best)26 MPG
Highway MPG37 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank14.5 gal18 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid PreferredSubaru OutbackPremium
Horsepower219 hp (best)180 hp
Torque178 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L2.5 L
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid PreferredSubaru OutbackPremium
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume29.2 cu ft80.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,008 lbs3,741 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.6 in8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase110.8 in (best)108.1 in
Length186.1 in191.7 in (best)
Width75.6 in (best)74 in
Height64.9 in67.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid PreferredSubaru OutbackPremium
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)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.

TrimMazda CX-50 HybridSubaru Outback
1

Hybrid Preferred

$33,970 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Hybrid Premium

$37,400 MSRP

Limited

$41,715 MSRP

3

Hybrid Premium Plus

$40,050 MSRP

Limited XT

$44,365 MSRP

4

Wilderness

$44,995 MSRP

5

Touring

$45,395 MSRP

6

Touring XT

$47,995 MSRP

Live inventory

Mazda CX-50 Hybrid vs Subaru Outback FAQ

Which is better: 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid or 2026 Subaru Outback?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid 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: 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid or 2026 Subaru Outback?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid starts lower at $33,970. Live Mazda CX-50 Hybrid listings start at $30,272. Live Subaru Outback listings start at $7,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (33,970).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (38).
Which has better horsepower: 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2026 Subaru Outback leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid or 2026 Subaru Outback?
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid vs 2026 Subaru Outback?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-50 Hybrid (5/5 NHTSA overall); Subaru Outback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).