2024 Volvo XC60 Vs. 2024 Subaru Outback
Comparing Volvo XC60 v. Subaru Outback
At Gorges Volvo Cars, many comparisons have been made between Volvo XC60 and Subaru Outback. While one offers the splendor of Scandic luxury and efficiency, the other relies upon no-frills utility and a sense of ruggedness. Though, spanning aspects of engine, performance, interior, technology and safety, Volvo XC60 exceeds the other outside Omaha.
Engine
Volvo XC60 is equipped with a mild-hybrid powertrain, which then secures fuel-efficiency ratings of 25 mpg combined. To such sustainable, self-charging technology, spent energy from braking is converted to boost acceleration - once a fuel-guzzling event. And there's never the need of a plugged-in charge.
On the contrary, Subaru Outback relies upon a strictly combustion engine. You're then left tethered to fluctuating fuel prices and caustic release of emissions when driving through Council Bluffs, Iowa. This could be seen as remaining somewhat antiquated even for a brand known for innovation.
Performance
Both Volvo XC60 and Subaru Outback are equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) as standard. As such both models are able to handle the challenges consistent with our shared rural bearing outside Bellevue. Regarding cargo spacing, Volvo XC60 enjoys a maximum of 63.3 cubic feet while Outback lends a bit more with the second-row folded flat. This is largely respective of what Volvo XC60 delivers in interior accoutrement and amenity.
Interior
What Volvo XC60 brings to the Lincoln market is the aesthetic and appeal of a Scandinavian-inspired interior. Available is Nappa-leathered seating surfaces with a ten-point massaging function. Weathered driftwood décor accents the minimalist dashboard, door panels and center console. And as a complement to the inherent luxurious theme, Orrefors crystal caps the gear selector knob and drive setting dial.
On the other hand, the interior setting to Subaru Outback is more about utility. Nowhere seen or felt is an aspect of luxury but rather purpose. Made available to certain trims is leather-trimmed seating while the cockpit is devoid of anything appreciable of nature as with Volvo XC60. In fact, Omaha shoppers can expect an interior setting highlighted by simplicity.
Technology
Volvo XC60 is technologically premised. From the implementation of passive sustainability to an interior boasting applications of Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play built-in and voice activated, it's clear the winner in this category - Subaru Outback doesn't provide same. As well, digital is the driver instrumentation panel and beside is the vertically justified touchscreen display toward enjoyment of a free trial period of SiriusXM satellite-radio programming. And there's the option of head-up driver's display to keep eyes focused on the road ahead in Fremont, Nebraska.
Safety
Concerning safety, Volvo as a brand has been well ahead of the industry from the start. In fact, the three-point safety belt is a Volvo design first developed in the 1950s. It was then shared with other automakers irrespective of patent. Fast-forward to today and there's a literal wealth of safety measures and proprietary driver-assist features implemented. Running standard are tools of cross-traffic alerting, forward-collision mitigation and 360 degree parking view camera.
To Subaru Outback are also select, brand-minted safety features in-place. Though to Volvo XC60 is a more elevated posture naturally protective of five passengers inside. As well, there's the Volvo marque's effort in safeguarding occupants with steel safety cages welding into body frames. This is complemented by arrays of airbag deployments at-the-ready should the need arise outside Council Bluffs.
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