Subaru Outback vs Kia Sorento

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Subaru Outback
Subaru Outback

$30,999 - $62,262

2024 price

Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento

$51,380 - $84,660

2025 price

Summary

2024 Subaru Outback
2025 Kia Sorento
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Flat 4, 2.4L

Turbo 4, 1.6L
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded Petrol

Unleaded Petrol/Electric
Fuel Efficiency
9.0L/100km (combined)

1.6L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

7
Dislikes
  • No 360-degree camera despite grade level
  • Exclusive blue paintwork will polarise some
  • Thirsty

  • Price vs value equation doesn't add up
  • Limited electric driving range
  • No curtain airbags in the third row
2024 Subaru Outback Summary

The Subaru Outback has long been a fan favourite and this year sees a special-edition model grade ushered into the ranks.

The AWD Sport Touring XT has all of the bells and whistles of the top Touring XT grade but see's a distinct design difference, at least externally.

So it begs the question, do we need this special-edition model? We're family testing it this week to find out.

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2025 Kia Sorento Summary

The plug-in hybrid market is slowly but surely gaining traction in Australia, and Kia has thrown its hat into the ring with the flagship Sorento GT-Line PHEV AWD.

This top-spec seven-seat large SUV pairs family friendly practicality with the promise of lower emissions and petrol savings, at least, in theory.

So, is it the right blend of convenience, space and efficiency for busy families looking to dip a toe into electrification? That’s exactly what my family and I have been finding out.

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