Verdict
The Subaru Outback costs RM279,000, while the Zeekr 009 is RM304,800; that RM25,800 gap takes you from a five-seat AWD petrol wagon to a seven-seat electric MPV with a 116-kWh battery and 604 km claimed range. The Zeekr is properly quicker at 7.9 seconds to 100 km/h, and its 3,205-mm wheelbase, captain’s chairs and 574-litre boot suit chauffeur-style family use. But the Outback’s 1,756-kg AWD layout, 206-km/h top speed and 63-litre tank make more sense for buyers who need a lower, more compact long-distance wagon without charging dependence.
Pick the Subaru Outback if you want AWD, a 4,870-mm wagon footprint and petrol refuelling for five occupants.
Pick the Zeekr 009 if you need seven seats, a 604-km electric range and far richer rear-passenger accommodation.
Key differences
- Price: Subaru Outback RM279,000; Zeekr 009 RM304,800.
- Performance: Subaru Outback 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds with 185 hp and 245 Nm; Zeekr 009 in 7.9 seconds with 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- Driveline: Subaru Outback all-wheel drive; Zeekr 009 front-wheel drive.
- Size: Subaru Outback is 4,870 mm long with a 2,745-mm wheelbase; Zeekr 009 is 5,209 mm long with a 3,205-mm wheelbase.
- Seating and boot: Subaru Outback has five seats and 522 litres; Zeekr 009 has seven seats and 574 litres.
- Energy: Subaru Outback has a 63-litre petrol tank; Zeekr 009 has a 116-kWh battery, 604-km range, 11-kW AC and 150-kW DC charging.
Outback
- All-wheel drive
- Smaller 4,870-mm body
- Lower RM878 annual road tax is not a pro versus Zeekr
- Only five seats versus seven
- Slower 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 7.9 seconds
- 522-litre boot trails the Zeekr’s 574 litres
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- Seven seats with captain’s middle chairs
- 604-km claimed EV range and 150-kW DC charging
- Massage and ventilation for front and middle seats
- RM25,800 more expensive
- Front-wheel drive versus the Outback’s all-wheel drive
- 5,209-mm length is 339 mm longer than the Outback
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM279,000✓ | RM304,800 |
| Body type | Wagon | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM878 | RM395✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Direct Fuel Injection, Horizontally Opposed, 4-Cylinder, DOHC 16-Valve, Boxer Engine | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 185 hp | — |
| Torque | 245 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 94 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 12 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 116 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 604 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Subaru | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 206 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,870 mm | 5,209 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 2,024 mm |
| Height | 1,682 mm | 1,848 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm | 3,205 mm |
| Weight | 1,756 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 522 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 265/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225.60R18 | 265/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza H/L33 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Four-chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Four Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Captain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades |
| Audio | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 11-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation and PIN Code Access | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Sliding Rear Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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.
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Outback vs 009 FAQ
Is the Subaru Outback or Zeekr 009 better?
The Zeekr 009 is better for seven passengers, electric driving and rear-seat comfort. The Subaru Outback is the better fit if you want all-wheel drive, a shorter wagon body and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 009 costs RM25,800 more than the Subaru Outback.
Can the Zeekr 009 handle longer trips than the Subaru Outback?
The Zeekr 009 has a claimed 604-km EV range, a 116-kWh battery and 150-kW DC charging. The Outback instead uses a 63-litre petrol tank, avoiding charging stops but without a stated driving range.