Honda Pilot vs Subaru Outback
The Subaru Outback is more fuel-efficient at 28 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Honda Pilot. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Pilot | Subaru Outback | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,491 | 1,293 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 21 and 7 | 52 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 16,000 miles | 10,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 25 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $2,400 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,491 complaints for the Honda Pilot and 1,293 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 Honda Pilot, 5 stars for the Subaru Outback.
Safety recalls on file: 13 for the Honda Pilot, 3 for the Subaru Outback.