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Is the Subaru Outback an SUV or a Wagon?
The Subaru Outback is a wagon. This means that that the Subaru Outback is built on a sedan platform, offering the same driving characteristics and passenger seating as a sedan, but with an amount of cargo space that is competitive with what you may find on many SUVs. Wagons such as the Subaru Outback are a great middle-ground between SUVs and sedans and are a good choice for drivers who are looking for some of the best features of both vehicle types.
Can a Subaru Outback Tow?
When equipped with a 3.6L DOHC aluminum-alloy 24-valve six-cylinder engine, the 2018 Subaru Outback has an estimated maximum towing capacity of 2,700 pounds when properly equipped.
What Vehicles are Comparable to the Subaru Outback?
In addition to the Subaru Outback, there are plenty of other excellent wagons on the market to choose from as well. Other great wagons that we offer at CarMax which are comparable to the Subaru Outback include the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, the Audi Allroad, and the Volvo V60, just to name a few.
What is the Difference Between a Forrester and an Outback?
While the Subaru Outback and Subaru Forrester may look similar at first glance, there are some important differences between these two vehicles. The Subaru Outback features a longer wheelbase than the Forrester, making the Outback more closely resemble a traditional wagon whereas the Forrester is considered to be a compact SUV.
Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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Offering a spacious and comfortable interior, the Subaru Outback is a wagon that makes for an ideal family vehicle that is just as suited for short commutes as it is long road trips. Entering its sixth generation starting with the 2020 model, the Subaru Outback has seen plenty of exciting updates over the years.
Today, the Outback is renowned for its class-leading cargo space, its wide range of useful technology features, and its eye-catching interior and exterior design. For those who are in the market for a classy, comfortable, and roomy wagon that delivers in most every category, the Subaru Outback certainly has plenty to offer - which contributes to the reasons why it is ranked as CarMax's best AWD vehicle of 2018 and 2019.
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2015 Subaru Outback Trim Levels
• 2.5i - The base trim of the 2015 Subaru Outback, the 2.5i trim features a 175 hp 2.5L four-cylinder engine, a 6.2-in LCD touchscreen display, a four-speaker audio system, and more!
• 2.5i Premium - The 2.5i Premium trim of the 2015 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i trim as well as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a six-speaker audio system, heated front seats, a 7-in LCD touchscreen display, and more!
• 2.5i Limited - The 2.5i Limited trim of the 2015 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Premium trim as well as a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with 2-position memory and power adjustable lumbar support, leather-trimmed upholstery, a premium 12-speaker audio system, and more!
• 3.6R Limited - The 3.6R Limited trim of the 2015 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Limited trim as well as a 256 hp 3.6L six-cylinder engine.
2016 Subaru Outback Trim Levels
• 2.5i - The base trim of the 2016 Subaru Outback, the 2.5i trim features a 175 hp 2.5L four-cylinder engine, a 6.2-in LCD touchscreen display, auto on/off headlights, and more!
• 2.5i Premium - The 2.5i Premium trim of the 2016 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i trim as well as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, a 7-in LCD touchscreen display, and more!
• 2.5i Limited - The 2.5i Limited trim of the 2016 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Premium trim as well as a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with 2-position memory and power adjustable lumbar support, leather-trimmed upholstery, a premium 12-speaker audio system, and more!
• 3.6R Limited - The 3.6R Limited trim of the 2016 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Limited trim as well as a 256 hp 3.6L six-cylinder engine.
2017 Subaru Outback Trim Levels
• 2.5i - The base trim of the 2017 Subaru Outback, the 2.5i trim features a 175 hp 2.5L four-cylinder engine, a 6.2-in touchscreen display, auto-on/off wiper-linked headlights, and more!
• 2.5i Premium - The 2.5i Premium trim of the 2017 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i trim as well as a 7-in touchscreen display, dual-zone automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and more!
• 2.5i Limited - The 2.5i Limited trim of the 2017 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Premium trim as well as a power moonroof, a power rear gate with height memory functions, keyless access and push-button start, and more!
• 2.5i Touring - The 2.5i Touring trim of the 2017 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Limited trim as well as a heated steering wheel, EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, Touring appearance upgrades, and more!
• 3.6R Limited - The 3.6R Limited trim of the 2017 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Limited trim as well as a 256 hp 3.6L six-cylinder engine.
• 3.6R Touring - The 3.6R Touring trim of the 2017 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Touring trim as well as a 256 hp 3.6L six-cylinder engine.
2018 Subaru Outback Trim Levels
• 2.5i - The base trim of the 2018 Subaru Outback, the 2.5i trim features a 175 hp 2.5L four-cylinder engine, a 6.5 in multimedia display with Apple CarPlay™ and Android™ Auto, roof rails with integrated and retractable cross bars and tie-downs, auto-on/off wiper-linked headlights, and more!
• 2.5i Premium - The 2.5i Premium trim of the 2018 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i trim as well as a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with power adjustable lumbar support, fog lights, an 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus with Apple CarPlay™, Android™ Auto, heated front seats, and more!
• 2.5i Limited - The 2.5i Limited trim of the 2018 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Premium trim as well as a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with 2-position memory and power adjustable lumbar support, front- and rear-seat heat, keyless access and push-button start, and more!
• 2.5i Touring - The 2.5i Touring trim of the 2018 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Limited trim as well as LED steering responsive headlights, a woodgrain-patterned matte finish trim with silver accents, Touring appearance upgrades, and more!
• 3.6R Limited - The 3.6R Limited trim of the 2018 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Limited trim as well as a 256 hp 3.6L six-cylinder engine.
• 3.6R Touring - The 3.6R Touring trim of the 2018 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Touring trim as well as a 256 hp 3.6L six-cylinder engine.
2019 Subaru Outback Trim Levels
• 2.5i - The base trim of the 2019 Subaru Outback, the 2.5i trim features a 175 hp 2.5L four-cylinder engine, a 6.5 in multimedia display with Apple CarPlay™ and Android™ Auto, roof rails with integrated and retractable cross bars and tie-downs, cloth upholstery, and more!
• 2.5i Premium - The 2.5i Premium trim of the 2019 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i trim as well as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus with Apple CarPlay™, Android™ Auto, heated front seats, and more!
• 2.5i Limited - The 2.5i Limited trim of the 2019 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Premium trim as well as leather-trimmed upholstery, front- and rear-seat heat, a premium 12-speaker audio system, and more!
• 2.5i Touring - The 2.5i Touring trim of the 2019 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Limited trim as well as a SUBARU STARLINK™ navigation system, a woodgrain-patterned matte finish trim with silver accents, Touring appearance upgrades, and more!
• 3.6R Limited - The 3.6R Limited trim of the 2019 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Limited trim as well as a 256 hp 3.6L six-cylinder engine.
• 3.6R Touring - The 3.6R Touring trim of the 2019 Subaru Outback features everything found on the 2.5i Touring trim as well as a 256 hp 3.6L six-cylinder engine.
RepairPal gave the Subaru Outback an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Subaru Outback 10th out of 26 among midsize SUVs.
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2010-2019 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
*RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of 12/31/2018. Learn more.
I did not go to Carmax to buy a Subaru. It was not even on my radar! We knew the features that we wanted; safety features #1, cargo capacity for travel, comfort, gas mileage. The salesman showed us what we "thought" we wanted, then suggested to look at one more...a Subaru Outback. I sat in the driver's seat, and told my fiancé...Honey, you need to sit in this! The comfort was amazing. So we took it for a test drive, and the handling and safety features were exactly what we were looking for! We weren't expecting to buy that day, but we did!
I bought this car for my wife. She she very enjoys having all the safety features this car has. The automatic breaking when the car in front of us stops suddenly; the blind spot indicators; the automatic driver seat positioning when she opens the door; the front and rear seats heating; and the shape of the front of the car allows her to better judge where the front bumper is when pulling in to a parking spot.
I love my new-to-me Subaru Outback! I have never had a Subaru before, so decided to try them after years of owning Hondas and Toyotas (which are both wonderful), after hearing so many rave reviews from friends that are Subaru owners. They are popular in the little mountain community I live in and I figured that was for a good reason. I have owned my used Outback now for several months and I LOVE IT. What I think of most is how solid of a car it is... it handles well, but it just feels SOLID and safe when I drive it. I love all the features and appointments the car has, and so far we haven't had any issues other than minor (battery, headlight). So far, so good... it gets great gas mileage and is very comfortable to drive. Thrilled!
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