Volkswagen Tayron vs Subaru Outback

The Volkswagen Tayron starts from $48,290 before on-road costs, while the Subaru Outback opens at $48,990. That makes the Volkswagen Tayron the more affordable entry point by $700.

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 $53,119 and $53,889 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Volkswagen Tayron and Subaru Outback hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 87% for the Volkswagen Tayron and 88% for the Subaru Outback.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Volkswagen Tayron and 9 in the Subaru Outback. The Volkswagen Tayron adds a 360-degree camera that the Subaru Outback misses.

The Volkswagen Tayron features a 12.9-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Subaru Outback gets a 12.1-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Volkswagen Tayron stands out with wireless charging that you will not find on the Subaru Outback. The Subaru Outback counters with panoramic roof and heated front seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Volkswagen Tayron gets cloth upholstery while the Subaru Outback offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Volkswagen Tayron and 2-zone in the Subaru Outback.

The Volkswagen Tayron uses a Petrol producing 110kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout.

The Subaru Outback responds with a Petrol making 137kW and 254Nm, paired to a cvt driving all four wheels.

The Subaru Outback has the clear power advantage at 137kW vs 110kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Volkswagen Tayron measures 4,792mm long on a 2,790mm wheelbase, 88mm shorter than the Subaru Outback at 4,880mm (2,745mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen Tayron generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 345L in the Volkswagen Tayron and 530L in the Subaru Outback, giving the Subaru Outback a 185L advantage. The Volkswagen Tayron seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Subaru Outback leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,166/year for the Volkswagen Tayron and $2,309/year for the Subaru Outback. That is a $143 annual difference in favour of the Volkswagen Tayron.

Estimated annual total: $2,166 (Volkswagen Tayron) vs $2,309 (Subaru Outback). The Volkswagen Tayron saves you roughly $143 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen Tayron) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Subaru Outback). Both match on warranty length.