2025 Subaru Outback review
Subaru Outback highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Spacious and well-built interior
- Smooth and comfortable ride
- Easy to load cargo
Cons
- Slow acceleration from the standard engine
- Infotainment system is frustrating to use
- The start/stop system is unrefined
Mileage (EPA estimate)
21 city, 26 highway, 23 combined
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Subaru Outback an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Subaru Outback 10th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
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Touring 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Mirrors
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- CD Audio
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Leather Seats
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
182
Torque (ft-lbs)
176
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.5
Wheelbase
108.1"
Overall length
191.9"
Width
74.2"
Height
66.4"
Leg room
F 42.8"/R 39.5"
Head room
F 39.1"/R 39.1"
Front tires
P225/60HR18
Rear tires
P225/60HR18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
270/2700 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2025 Subaru Outback FAQ
The 2025 Subaru Outback is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Touring: 26 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- Base: 26 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- Limited: 26 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- Limited XT: 22 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Onyx Edition XT: 22 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Onyx Edition: 26 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- Premium: 26 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- Touring XT: 22 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Wilderness: 21 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
The Subaru Outback received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Subaru Outback as 9 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2025 Subaru Outback has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2025 Subaru Outback, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2025 Subaru Outback Reviews.
The 2025 Subaru Outback has a maximum towing capacity of between 2700 and 3500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2025 Subaru Outback:
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Sunroof(s)
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Power Seat(s)
- Heated Mirrors
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