Hyundai Tucson vs Subaru Outback
The Hyundai Tucson and the Subaru Outback are rated the same on fuel economy: 29 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Hyundai Tucson | Subaru Outback | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 606 | 564 |
| Most reported problem | Fuel system | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 47 and 6 | 18 and 8 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 27,000 miles | 14,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 29 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 26 and 33 | 26 and 33 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,300 | $2,300 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 606 complaints for the Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson, 5 stars for the Subaru Outback.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Hyundai Tucson, 4 for the Subaru Outback.