Subaru Outback vs Subaru Trailseeker
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Subaru Trailseeker
Overview
| Spec | Subaru OutbackPremium | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Premium |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | electric |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Subaru OutbackPremium | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $34,995 (best) | $39,995 |
| Lowest listing price | $34,131 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $34,131 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $34,131 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Subaru OutbackPremium | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | — | 74 kWh (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Subaru OutbackPremium | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 375 hp (best) |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | flat 4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Subaru OutbackPremium | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 80.5 cu ft (best) | 74 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,741 lbs (best) | 4,465 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in (best) | 8.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 191.7 in (best) | 190.8 in |
| Width | 74 in (best) | 73.2 in |
| Height | 67.5 in (best) | 65.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Subaru OutbackPremium | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Subaru Outback | Subaru Trailseeker |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $39,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Limited $41,715 MSRP | Limited $43,995 MSRP |
| 3 | Limited XT $44,365 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Wilderness $44,995 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Touring $45,395 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Touring XT $47,995 MSRP | — |
