Kia Telluride vs Subaru Outback
The Subaru Outback is more fuel-efficient at 29 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Kia Telluride. At EPA assumptions that is about $600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Kia Telluride | Subaru Outback | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 967 | 1,143 |
| Most reported problem | Lighting | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 11 and 15 | 37 and 11 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 7,000 miles | 6,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 26 | 26 and 33 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $2,300 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 967 complaints for the Kia Telluride and 1,143 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 Kia Telluride, 5 stars for the Subaru Outback.
Safety recalls on file: 7 for the Kia Telluride, 6 for the Subaru Outback.