Mazda 6 Grand Touring vs Subaru Outback
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Mazda 6 Grand Touring stands out with a price of RM 230,848, making it a more affordable option compared to the Subaru Outback at RM 280,390. The 6 Grand Touring also boasts a quicker 0-100 km/h time of 8.2 seconds versus the Outback's 9.6 seconds, providing a sportier driving experience. With both models offering 522 litres of boot space, the 6 Grand Touring combines performance and practicality at a competitive price point.
Pick the 6 Grand Touring if you prioritise performance and value for money.
Pick the Outback if you need all-wheel drive and additional safety features.
Key differences
- Price: RM 230,848 vs RM 280,390
- 0-100 km/h: 8.2 s vs 9.6 s
- Top speed: 218 km/h vs 206 km/h
- Driven wheels: Front Wheel Drive vs All Wheel Drive
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 230,848✓ | RM 280,390 |
| Body type | Wagon | Wagon |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 2,488 cc | 2,498 cc |
| Power | 185 hp | 185 hp |
| Torque | 250 Nm✓ | 245 Nm |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 8.2 s✓ | 9.6 s |
| Top speed | 218 km/h✓ | 206 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,682 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Boot space | 522 L | 522 L |
| Fuel tank | 62 L | 63 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 868✓ | RM 878 |
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.
6 Grand Touring
- More affordable price point
- Faster acceleration
- Sportier driving dynamics
- Less advanced all-wheel drive system
- Fewer airbags than Outback
Outback
- Superior all-wheel drive capability
- One additional airbag for safety
- More spacious interior dimensions
- Higher price tag
- Slower acceleration compared to 6 Grand Touring
6 Grand Touring vs Outback FAQ
Is the 6 Grand Touring or Outback better?
The choice depends on your priorities; the 6 Grand Touring excels in performance and value, while the Outback offers superior all-wheel drive and safety features.
What is the price difference?
The 6 Grand Touring is priced at RM 230,848, while the Outback costs RM 280,390, making the Outback RM 49,542 more expensive.
How does the fuel efficiency compare?
Specific fuel efficiency figures are not provided, but both models feature similar fuel tank capacities of 62L and 63L respectively.