2019 Subaru Outback vs. 2019 Honda HR-V in Chicago, IL

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The SUV segment is flooded with competition, so deciding which model has the features you want most can seem like a daunting task. Two popular SUVs for drivers in the Chicago, IL area are the 2019 Subaru Outback and the 2019 Honda HR-V. Before you decide between the two, there are several key differences you should be aware of. The team at Grand Subaru in Chicago, IL has compared key aspects of the Subaru Outback and Honda HR-V for you. If you have initial questions, contact our dealership by calling (888) 840-3934.

The following comparison will take a closer look at the base models, the 2019 Subaru Outback 2.5i, starting at $26,345 MSRP, and the 2019 Honda HR-V LX, starting at $20,520 MSRP.

Interior and Design

Do you value comfort and modern amenities inside your new SUV? Both the 2019 Subaru Outback and Honda HR-V offer similar features such as cloth-trimmed seating and a 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat. However, the Outback includes more family-friendly features such as eight total cupholders and underfloor storage that the HR-V does not offer. Additional interior and design features with the 2019 Outback include the following:

• Six-way manually adjustable driver's seat
• Automatic headlights
• Removable cargo-area tray
• Manual air conditioning

Safety and Technology

Which safety and technology features do you have on your wish-list? Our experts agree you'll prefer the 2019 Subaru Outback, which comes with a larger 6.5-in. touchscreen. Compare that to the Honda HR-V, which features a 5-in. screen. The Subaru Outback also includes EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, a suite of safety features the Honda HR-V does not include. You can expect the following safety and technology features from your new 2019 Outback.

• STARLINK™ multimedia system
• Four-speaker audio system
• Brake Assist
• LED daytime running lights
• Rearview camera

Engine and Specs

If performance is important to you, then you'll want to consider the Subaru Outback over the Honda HR-V. Not only does the Outback include a larger engine, but it significantly outperforms the Honda HR-V when it comes to horsepower and torque. The Subaru Outback also includes Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, a feature that the Honda HR-V does not include. Complete engine specs for both models can be found below:

Seating Capacity

While both the 2019 Subaru Outback and the Honda HR-V can seat up to five passengers, the interior of the Outback offers more space with 108.1 cu.-ft. of passenger volume, compared to 100.1 cu.-ft. in the 2019 Honda HR-V.

Towing Capacity

The 2019 Subaru Outback can tow significantly more than the 2019 Honda HR-V with a maximum capacity of 2,700 lbs., compared to 1,500 lbs.

Price and Incentives

The 2019 Subaru Outback starts at $26,345 MSRP. At Grand Subaru, you can take advantage of the finance specials and lease offers to save on your new Outback! Take a look at our current offers before they expire, and claim yours by calling (888) 840-3934.