Electric Alternative to the Subaru Outback
2024 Subaru Outback · 28 mpg combined · $29,395 MSRP
What your Subaru Outback costs to run
3 EVs that fit
Ranked by total 5-year cost savings vs your Subaru Outback.
Chevy Equinox EV
280 mi range · MSRP $34,995
| Cost (5 years) | Chevy Equinox EV | Subaru Outback | EV saves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $2,760 | $6,855 | +$4,095 |
| Maintenance | $2,600 | $6,000 | +$3,400 |
| Insurance | $9,500 | $8,500 | -$1,000 |
| Depreciation | $16,798 | $11,758 | -$5,040 |
| 5-yr running total | $31,658 | $33,113 | +$1,455 |
5-yr running costs = depreciation + fuel + insurance + maintenance. Purchase price shown separately. 12,000 mi/yr, national avg energy prices.
State incentives may apply. 14+ states offer $2,000–$7,500 for qualifying EVs. Check your state →
Hyundai Ioniq 5
266 mi range · MSRP $41,450
| Cost (5 years) | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Subaru Outback | EV saves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $2,415 | $6,855 | +$4,440 |
| Maintenance | $2,650 | $6,000 | +$3,350 |
| Insurance | $10,250 | $8,500 | -$1,750 |
| Depreciation | $19,067 | $11,758 | -$7,309 |
| 5-yr running total | $34,382 | $33,113 | -$1,269 |
5-yr running costs = depreciation + fuel + insurance + maintenance. Purchase price shown separately. 12,000 mi/yr, national avg energy prices.
State incentives may apply. 14+ states offer $2,000–$7,500 for qualifying EVs. Check your state →
Volkswagen ID.4
206 mi range · MSRP $38,995
| Cost (5 years) | Volkswagen ID.4 | Subaru Outback | EV saves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $3,020 | $6,855 | +$3,835 |
| Maintenance | $2,600 | $6,000 | +$3,400 |
| Insurance | $9,750 | $8,500 | -$1,250 |
| Depreciation | $20,277 | $11,758 | -$8,519 |
| 5-yr running total | $35,647 | $33,113 | -$2,534 |
5-yr running costs = depreciation + fuel + insurance + maintenance. Purchase price shown separately. 12,000 mi/yr, national avg energy prices.
State incentives may apply. 14+ states offer $2,000–$7,500 for qualifying EVs. Check your state →
What actually changes when you switch
You pay less for
- ✓ Fuel — electricity is 3–4× cheaper per mile than gas at current prices
- ✓ Oil changes — EVs don't have them
- ✓ Brake jobs — regenerative braking extends pad life
- ✓ Transmission service — no transmission
You pay more for
- ○ Purchase price — most EVs cost $5K–$15K more upfront
- ○ Insurance — EVs cost 10–25% more to insure on average
- ○ Home charger — Level 2 install runs $800–$1,500
- ○ Tire replacement — heavier EVs can wear tires faster