Ford Bronco Sport vs Subaru Outback
The Subaru Outback is more fuel-efficient at 29 MPG combined, against 26 MPG for the Ford Bronco Sport. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Bronco Sport | Subaru Outback | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 554 | 564 |
| Most reported problem | Fuel system | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 25 and 23 | 18 and 8 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 33,000 miles | 14,000 miles |
| Recalls | 15 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 28 | 26 and 33 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $2,300 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 554 complaints for the Ford Bronco Sport and 564 for the Subaru Outback. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Ford Bronco Sport, 5 stars for the Subaru Outback.
Safety recalls on file: 15 for the Ford Bronco Sport, 4 for the Subaru Outback.