Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer needing people-moving capacity, the Hyundai Staria costs RM179,888 and carries 10 occupants, against the Subaru Outback’s five. Its 431 Nm diesel also more than doubles the Outback’s 245 Nm, and the 75-litre tank is 12 litres larger. But the RM99,112 gap buys the Outback all-wheel drive, a 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 12.4 seconds, and a far fuller driver-assistance suite. The Subaru is the better-equipped five-seat long-distance car; the Hyundai is the rational choice when seven to 10 seats matter.
Pick the Hyundai Staria if you need 10 seats, a 75-litre diesel tank and an eight-year/160,000-km warranty for far less money.
Pick the Subaru Outback if you want all-wheel drive, quicker 9.6-second acceleration and autonomous braking with adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Staria RM179,888; Subaru Outback RM279,000.
- Seating: Hyundai Staria 10 seats; Subaru Outback 5 seats.
- Torque: Hyundai Staria 431 Nm; Subaru Outback 245 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Hyundai Staria 12.4 seconds; Subaru Outback 9.6 seconds.
- Driveline: Hyundai Staria front-wheel drive; Subaru Outback all-wheel drive.
- Warranty: Hyundai Staria 8 years/160,000 km; Subaru Outback 5 years/100,000 km.
Staria
- 10 seats and 10 three-point seat belts.
- 431 Nm from its 2.2-litre diesel engine.
- Eight-year, 160,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- Slower 12.4-second 0-100 km/h time versus 9.6 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or lane-keeping steering correction.
Outback
- All-wheel drive and a 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot information system.
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and 11-speaker Harman Kardon audio.
- RM99,112 dearer.
- Only five seats versus 10.
- Shorter five-year, 100,000-km manufacturer warranty.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM179,888✓ | RM279,000 |
| Body type | MPV | Wagon |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM599✓ | RM878 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection and Variable Geometry Turbocharger | Direct Fuel Injection, Horizontally Opposed, 4-Cylinder, DOHC 16-Valve, Boxer Engine |
| Capacity | 2,199 cc | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 185 hp✓ |
| Torque | 431 Nm✓ | 245 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 85.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 12 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | Lineartronic CVT |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 206 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,253 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,990 mm | 1,682 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,273 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,756 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 10 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 522 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/65R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/65R17 | 225.60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho PorTran KC53 | Bridgestone Alenza H/L33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Sliding Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 10 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Second Row Passenger Seats | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Occupant Alert | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, Two Flat-folding, Sliding and Reclining 3rd Row Captain Chairs, 60:40 Split-folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Ceiling-mounted Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Second-row USB, 1 Third-row USB, 2 Last-row USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 11-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Front Windows, Auto Up and Down, Manual Slide Rear Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation and PIN Code Access |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Staria & Outback for sale
Staria vs Outback FAQ
Is the Hyundai Staria or Subaru Outback better?
The Staria is better for carrying up to 10 people and keeping purchase cost lower. The Outback is better for five occupants who value all-wheel drive, a 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Outback costs RM99,112 more than the Hyundai Staria. That extra spend brings all-wheel drive, more active safety equipment, powered front seats, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Which has the better warranty?
The Hyundai Staria has the longer manufacturer warranty at eight years or 160,000 km. The Subaru Outback is covered for five years or 100,000 km.