98 NH Route 101A
Amherst, NH 03031
New Hampshire drivers ask a lot from an SUV: confident winter traction, useful cargo space, comfortable highway manners, and enough capability for weekend travel. At Amherst Subaru, the Subaru Outback stands out against the Toyota RAV4 and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport by combining standard all-wheel drive (AWD), generous ground clearance, advanced safety technology, and a spacious cabin.
The Subaru Outback offers a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER engine producing 180 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque, plus an available 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine with 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque. Both use a Lineartronic continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. It tows 2,700 pounds, or up to 3,500 pounds with the turbocharged engine.
The Toyota RAV4 uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid powertrain producing 226 horsepower with front-wheel drive (FWD) or 236 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque with AWD, paired with an electronically controlled CVT. Depending on trim, it offers FWD or AWD, and a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds.
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder producing 269 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. FWD is standard, with available 4MOTION AWD, and when properly equipped, it can tow up to 5,000 pounds. For Milford, NH, drivers, the Subaru Outback offers the key advantage of standard AWD across the lineup, plus two capable engine choices and strong towing capability.
Every Subaru Outback includes a 12.1-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and upgraded EyeSight Driver Assist Technology. Standard safety equipment also includes Blind Spot Warning with Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Warning, Reverse Automatic Braking, and DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System.
The Toyota RAV4 brings Toyota Safety Sense 4.0, a standard 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and an available 12.9-inch touchscreen. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport offers a 12-inch center display and IQ.DRIVE features such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Active Blind Spot Monitor, Travel Assist, and Lane Assist. The Subaru Outback earns an edge for Bedford, NH-area families through its broad standard safety equipment and physical controls for major climate functions.
The Subaru Outback seats up to five passengers and offers up to 80.5 cubic feet of cargo space. That exceeds the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport's maximum 77.6 cubic feet of storage space and the Toyota RAV4's 70.4 cubic feet in comparable hybrid configurations.
Available heated and ventilated front seats, premium upholstery, an available heated steering wheel, and upscale Touring appointments make the Subaru Outback comfortable for longer trips. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport offers a larger overall footprint, while the Toyota RAV4 packages its cabin into a more compact body. For shoppers around Nashua, NH, the Subaru Outback strikes a more useful balance between passenger comfort, cargo flexibility, and everyday maneuverability.
The Subaru Outback combines practical dimensions with exterior features designed for year-round utility. Most trims provide 8.7 inches of ground clearance, while the Subaru Outback Wilderness increases that to 9.5 inches. The Toyota RAV4 offers about 8.1 inches on most trims, while the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport sits lower at approximately 6.3 inches.
The Subaru Outback also includes raised roof rails, a power rear gate, protective body cladding, and up to 80.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo space. The Toyota RAV4 Woodland adds raised roof rails, crossbars, all-terrain tires, and LED fog lights. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport emphasizes a sportier design with a raked roofline, available 21-inch wheels, roof rails, and up to 77.6 cubic feet of cargo space. For drivers in the Peterborough, NH, area, the Subaru Outback offers better ground clearance, cargo capacity, and outdoor-ready utility.
Amherst Subaru offers new Subaru vehicles, used inventory, trade-in resources, financing and leasing assistance, genuine Subaru parts, and service support at its facility on NH Route 101A in Amherst, NH. Car buyers can compare vehicles and financing options in one place, then return for routine maintenance throughout ownership.
The Amherst Subaru service center also offers complimentary multipoint inspections, Subaru Certified Master Technicians, available loaner vehicles, and lifetime New Hampshire state inspections with vehicle purchase. Those ownership resources give local drivers another reason to choose Amherst Subaru for a vehicle designed to handle years of New England driving.
The Subaru Outback is especially well equipped for New Hampshire winters because it offers at least 8.7 inches of ground clearance and standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and X-MODE.
Yes. The Subaru Outback is longer and offers greater maximum cargo capacity, giving drivers more flexibility for road trips, outdoor equipment, and bulky loads.
Yes. The Subaru Outback offers up to 80.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo space, compared with 77.6 cubic feet in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
The Subaru Outback Wilderness is the most trail-focused version, with 9.5 inches of ground clearance, electronically controlled dampers, front underbody protection, and enhanced X-MODE capability.
Visit Amherst Subaru to shop Subaru Outback inventory, compare trims and features, and discuss financing and leasing options. Get behind the wheel for a test drive to check out visibility, seating comfort, cargo access, technology, and standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive up close.
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98 NH Route 101A
Amherst, NH 03031
