| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Volvo S80
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Outback | S80 | S80 |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5i Premium | 2.5i Limited | 3.6R Limited | 3.2 | T6 |
| Engines | ||||||
| Transmissions | ||||||
| Drivetrains | ||||||
| Tires | ||||||
| Audio Systems | ||||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | ||||||
| Prompts the driver when the vehicle ahead of the car has started moving away, a sign that the light has turned green. | ||||||
| Can unlock car by tapping an outside button in the correct sequence. Tedious to program and use. | ||||||
| Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||
| Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | ||||||
| Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||
| Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||
| Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | ||||||
| Homelink. | ||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Rear disc brakes. | ||||||
| If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||||
| Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||
| Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||
| If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | ||||||
| Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||||||
| Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||
| When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||
| Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | ||||||
| Warns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over. | ||||||
| Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||||
| Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||
| Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes. | ||||||
| Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||||
| Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane. | ||||||
| Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||||
| Alerts driver when the car is weaving within the lane. | ||||||
| Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||
| Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||
| Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car. | ||||||
| Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat | ||||||
| Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||
| Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | ||||||
| Airbag inflates under leading edge of seat cushion to prevent the driver from sliding forward. | ||||||
| Airbag inflates under leading edge of seat cushion to prevent the passenger from sliding forward. | ||||||
| Reports whether car is locked and if alarm has been triggered. | ||||||
| Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||
| Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||
| Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||
| Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control. | ||||||
| When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||
| Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | ||||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | ||||||
| Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||
| Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | ||||||
| Includes side rails and crossbars. | ||||||
| Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | ||||||
| Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers. | ||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | ||||||
| Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||
| Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||
| Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||||
| Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||
| Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | ||||||
| Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||
| Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off. | ||||||
| Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||
| Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Only included if California/Northeast emissions equipment costs extra. | ||||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Close grille openings when not needed to reduce aerodynamic drag. | ||||||
| Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. | ||||||
| Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | ||||||
| Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | ||||||
| Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | ||||||
| Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||
| Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective. | ||||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||||
| Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||
| Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||
| Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||
| Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||||||
| High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||
| Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||
| Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||
| XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||
| Activate Siri using button on steering wheel. Make calls, hear and dictate texts and email, manage calendar, turn-by-turn nav. Requires iPhone 4S or higher. | ||||||
| In BMWs includes baseplate in center console that provides a connection to an external antenna, but that requires an additional adapter. | ||||||
| Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||
| In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||
| Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||
| Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||
| Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||
| Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||
| Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||||||
| Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||
| Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||
| We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||
| Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | ||||||
| Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||||
| Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||
| LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
| Front row reading lights. | ||||||
| Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | ||||||
| Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||
| Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||||
| Reads road signs and displays them in the instrument cluster. | ||||||
| Fog light on the appropriate side turns on (and might also swivel) when the steering wheel is turned. Requires and does not include value of fog lights. | ||||||
| Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | ||||||
| Reports engine speed. | ||||||
| Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
| Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | ||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| All-weather floormats. | ||||||
| For carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface. | ||||||
| Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||
| Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||
| Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | ||||||
| Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||||
| Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||||
| Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||
| Fold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility. | ||||||
| No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | ||||||
| Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | ||||||
| Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim. | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||||||
| Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels. | ||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
| Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | ||||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. | ||||||
Option Package Contents
Eyesight Driver Assist System
Eyesight Driver Assist System
Moonroof Package
Moonroof Package, navigation, and Eyesight
Eyesight Driver Assist System
Eyesight Driver Assist System
EyeSight and Navigation Package
Moonroof Package
Moonroof Package, navigation, and Eyesight
Eyesight Driver Assist System
Eyesight Driver Assist System
EyeSight and Navigation Package
Moonroof Package
Moonroof Package, navigation, and Eyesight
Platinum Package
Technology Package
Convenience Package
Climate Package
Platinum Package
Technology Package
Convenience Package
Climate Package
Inscription Package
See TrueDelta's information for all Subaru models.
TrueDelta Reviews the Available Features of the 2016 Subaru Outback
What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2016 Subaru Outback
None of our members have yet commented on the available features of the 2016 Subaru Outback.
Be the first!
What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2013 Volvo S80
None of our members have yet commented on the available features of the 2013 Volvo S80.
Be the first!