Subaru Outback vs GWM Tank 300

The Subaru Outback starts from $48,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Tank 300 opens at $49,990. That makes the Subaru Outback the more affordable entry point by $1,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $53,889 and $54,989 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Subaru Outback by roughly $1,995 in fuel alone.

Both the Subaru Outback and GWM Tank 300 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Subaru Outback and 88% for the GWM Tank 300.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Subaru Outback and 6 in the GWM Tank 300.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

The Subaru Outback features a 12.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the GWM Tank 300 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Subaru Outback stands out with heated front seats — features our data doesn't list for the GWM Tank 300. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Subaru Outback uses a Petrol producing 137kW and 254Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a AWD layout.

The GWM Tank 300 responds with a Petrol making 162kW and 380Nm, paired to a auto driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.5 seconds.

The GWM Tank 300 has the clear power advantage at 162kW vs 137kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Subaru Outback measures 4,880mm long on a 2,745mm wheelbase, 165mm longer than the GWM Tank 300 at 4,715mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Tank 300 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 530L in the Subaru Outback and 550L in the GWM Tank 300, giving the GWM Tank 300 a 20L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Tank 300 leads with a 3,000kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 1,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,309/year for the Subaru Outback and $2,708/year for the GWM Tank 300. That is a $399 annual difference in favour of the Subaru Outback.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Subaru Outback) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Tank 300). The GWM Tank 300 has longer coverage.