With an ethos as evocative as its name, Subaru Outback was always destined to be an SUV that could ‘walk the walk, and talk the talk’.
Drawing inspiration from over 25 years of back-to-back adventure, the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Subaru Outback is the most luxurious and advanced Subaru SUV ever produced. Seamlessly fusing intelligent technology, sophisticated infotainment and cutting-edge engineering, it’s a celebration of balance, control and substance.
Now this flagship model is supercharging adventures, with the all-new turbocharged Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT. Driven by a new 2.4-litre turbocharged horizontally-opposed direct injection Boxer engine, this newest incarnation pushes out more power and torque for increased acceleration and an impressive braked towing capacity of up to 2,400kg1. So you can turbocharge your next adventure.
1. Subaru Outback AWD, Outback AWD Sport and Outback AWD Touring feature 2,000kg towing capacity with trailer brakes. Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT feature a 2,400kg towing capacity with trailer brakes and requires fitment of Electric Brake Controller if towing mass is greater than 2,000kgs and is only capable of towing a trailer with a maximum of 2 axles. Towing capacity is subject to regulatory requirements, tow bar and vehicle design and towing equipment limitations. Requires fitment of optional tow bar accessory. Refer to Owner’s Manual for towing instructions. For further information, ask your local Subaru Retailer.
Life isn’t linear. Plans change and adventures are snatched between busy lives. The lines between work and play are blurred and the Subaru Outback takes it all in its stride. Curated to seamlessly traverse the space between city commutes and off-road weekends, Subaru Outback’s generous spirit and effortless capability elevates every experience. Comfort, safety and practicality blend effortlessly to transform your journey and enable new possibilities.
An innovative collaboration between heart and mind, Subaru Outback is as respected and revered as the Australian outback itself. Restless for adventure from the ground up, Subaru Outback draws on the inherent sure-footed dynamics of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and the rigid Subaru Global Platform for the ultimate in driving confidence and unbridled fun. With an impressive 213mm ground clearance1, and the terrain taming X-Mode, hidden camping spots can be reached effortlessly. Meanwhile, the openness of the great outdoors is mirrored by ingenious interior space and outstanding versatility.
To many, the outback evokes thoughts of one of the harshest environments on earth. But to Subaru it represents the perfect alignment of beauty and sophistication, premium design and luxury distilled down to its purest form.
As the flagship Subaru SUV, the Subaru Outback redefines comfort in a way the whole family can embrace. The driver and front passenger are spoilt with power adjustable seats, advanced shaping for increased support and more overall room. Not to be overlooked are the backseat passengers with reclining rear seats, quick-charge USB ports and rear air vents.
The Subaru Outback AWD Touring and Outback AWD Touring XT feature high end luxury, with Nappa leather accented seat trim – including the option of new tan Nappa leather2 exclusive to Outback AWD Touring. They also boast a dual memory function for the driver’s power adjustable seat, electric sunroof, heated steering wheel1 and a premium Harman Kardon®3 system with nine speakers, subwoofer and amplifier for a true bass performance.
1. Available on Subaru Outback AWD Touring and Outback AWD Touring XT only. 2. Tan trim colour at an additional cost, available on the Subaru Outback AWD Touring only. Talk to a Subaru Retailer for more information. 3. Harman Kardon® is a registered trademark of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated.
Curate your drive with the tablet-like 11.6" infotainment screen with lightning fast response touch and crystal clear, high definition graphics. With the introduction of wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM smartphone connectivity1 standard across the range you can easily tap into your contacts, bring up maps, access apps, play podcasts and more. Plus the advanced, multi-function infotainment control centre can be controlled with the power of your voice or the flick of a finger, to select different driving modes and adjust the dual zone air-conditioning.
The outback is a harsh environment where you want all the capability and offroad dynamics you can muster. The all-new Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT have been built to take on long distance trips, with class leading infotainment and safety features that engender confidence at every turn. The all powerful 2.4-litre turbocharged Boxer engine pushes out increased torque, power and acceleration for character defining pulling power. With a hefty braked towing capacity of 2,400kg1 and the generous 213mm ground clearance2, there's adventure waiting around every corner.
1. Towing capacity is subject to regulatory requirements, tow bar and vehicle design and towing equipment limitations. If the towing mass is greater than 2,000kgs, an Electric Brake Controller must be fitted and is only capable of towing a trailer with a maximum of 2 axles. Requires fitment of optional tow bar accessory. Refer to Owner’s Manual for towing instructions. For further information, ask your local Subaru Retailer. 2. Ground clearance at kerb weight.
The need to escape tugs at our collective psyches like never before. So it’s hardly coincidental that the Subaru Outback has made it easier, less fuss and more enticing than ever to getaway.
The large, 522L flat cargo space will easily swallow all the family’s gear, while the new wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM smartphone connectivity3 is now standard for added convenience. Pull-out, rear cargo tie down points will secure your load and the 12V power supply can have that mattress pumped up in no time.
Maximise interior space by utilising the fully integrated, fold out cross bars on Subaru Outback AWD, Outback AWD Touring and Outback AWD Touring XT. Or choose the Subaru Outback AWD Sport or Outback AWD Sport XT with strengthen roof rails designed to handle a heavy load. Caravan lovers can take advantage of the 2,400kg4 braked towing capacity of the Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT. While Subaru’s hands-free powered rear tailgate1 on selected variants makes unloading a breeze.
1. Available on Subaru Outback AWD Sport, Outback AWD Touring, Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT only. 2. Available on Subaru Outback AWD, Outback AWD Touring and Outback AWD Touring XT only. 3. Compatible Apple® or AndroidTM device required. 4. Subaru Outback AWD, Outback AWD Sport and Outback AWD Touring feature 2,000kg towing capacity with trailer brakes. Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT feature a 2,400kg towing capacity with trailer brakes and requires fitment of Electric Brake Controller if towing mass is greater than 2,000kgs and is only capable of towing a trailer with a maximum of 2 axles. Towing capacity is subject to regulatory requirements, tow bar and vehicle design and towing equipment limitations. Requires fitment of optional tow bar accessory. Refer to Owner’s Manual for towing instructions. For further information, ask your local Subaru Retailer.
Slipping into the Subaru Outback cabin reveals a bold dimension where the senses are both awakened and indulged.
Beyond the generous 11.6" infotainment touchscreen the bright cabin delivers optimum visibility, with a sweeping dashboard showcasing refined textures and premium, soft touch finishes.
Ergonomic seats seduce the body with luxury that elicits an almost audible sigh. The Subaru Outback AWD Sport and Outback AWD Sport XT boasts water repellent2 sports seat trim, with heated front and rear passenger seats2 to soothe those muscles after a chilly dawn surf.
While Subaru Outback AWD Touring and Outback AWD Touring XT dial up the warmth, with a heated steering wheel and luxuriously soft Nappa leather accented seat trim, with the option of elegant new tan Nappa leather1 exclusive to Subaru Outback AWD Touring.
1.Tan trim colour at an additional cost, available on the Subaru Outback AWD Touring only. Talk to a Subaru Retailer for more information. 2. Water repellent trim repels water so that the material is not easily penetrated by small amounts of water. Trim is not 100% waterproof. Intermittent cleaning may be required to maintain water repellent characteristics. 3. Heated seats - driver and front passenger. Not available on Subaru Outback AWD.
Having rigorously honed many elements of the Subaru Outback, the creators were unanimous that some things remained sacrosanct.
The heart and soul of Subaru Outback owes its vitality to the intersection of two irreplaceable forces – the iconic horizontally-opposed Boxer engine and Symmetrical AWD system. Plus the all-new Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT up the ante, with a new 2.4-litre turbocharged horizontally-opposed Boxer engine. Designed to sit lower and flatter in the engine bay than traditional engines, the Boxer’s unique design delivers less noise and vibration to the cabin, while the lowered centre of gravity improves stability, cornering and traction with the road.
Coupled with Subaru Outback’s symmetrical drivetrain, this configuration delivers innate balance from the ground up while driving engine power to all four wheels. With simultaneous power distribution, the Subaru Outback boasts twice the grip capacity, compared to conventional vehicles, resulting in better balance, superior handling confidence on slick city streets and outstanding driver enjoyment.
Never has it been easier to forge your own path, with the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Subaru’s most advanced X-Mode system making Subaru Outback more capable off-road than ever.
With the push of a button on the touchscreen, X-Mode draws on intuitive rough road driving capability, to safely and confidently negotiate low speed driving by controlling engine torque and traction control.
In deep snow and mud, drivers select the mode which generates maximum torque to help prevent bogging, while snow/dirt mode controls torque to reduce wheel slip on loose and uneven surfaces. X-Mode can maintain maximum traction by controlling AWD drive force distribution across each wheel, along with front and rear axle limited slip function and Hill Descent Control. And with the allnew Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT boasting the additional torque and power of a turbocharged Boxer engine, X-Mode takes control to deliver a robust off-road performance.
Whether traversing mountain ranges or hauling the camper trail, the all-new Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT have an increased 2,400kg1 braked towing capacity – with the extra power, more torque and increased acceleration of the new 2.4-litre turbocharged Boxer engine.
For those with a lighter load to tow, and an eye on fuel efficiency, the 2.5-litre Boxer engine confidently pulls an impressive 2,000kg1 braked towing capacity. Both powerful and reliable engines work in tandem with core Subaru technologies and the Subaru Global Platform (SGP). This streamlined framework features a rigid suspension base which helps maintain ideal tyre contact and grip, delivering responsive steering, confident cornering and optimum control.
1. Subaru Outback AWD, Outback AWD Sport and Outback AWD Touring feature 2,000kg towing capacity with trailer brakes. Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT feature a 2,400kg towing capacity with trailer brakes and requires fitment of Electric Brake Controller if towing mass is greater than 2,000kgs and is only capable of towing a trailer with a maximum of 2 axles. Towing capacity is subject to regulatory requirements, tow bar and vehicle design and towing equipment limitations. Requires fitment of optional tow bar accessory. Refer to Owner’s Manual for towing instructions. For further information, ask your local Subaru Retailer. 2. 2.4-litre turbocharged Boxer engine only available on Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT
The fourth generation EyeSight® Driver Assist system, with enhanced functionality and collision avoidance features, is standard on the Subaru Outback.
This world-renowned preventative safety system operates like an everattentive second pair of eyes - to provide warnings, plus braking and steering intervention that is designed to help reduce driver burden, prevent accidents and save lives.
The EyeSight® Driver Assist system incorporates a host of primary functions - Pre-Collision Braking System, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lead Vehicle Start Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Departure Prevention, Lane Sway Warning and Emergency Lane Keep Assist.
Enhanced features include Lane Departure Warning with vibrating steering wheel alerts if the vehicle is about to depart from its detected lane. Lane Centring Function works with Adaptive Cruise Control to provide steering assistance, accelerator and brake functions to maintain position in the detected lane. Autonomous Emergency Steering, using EyeSight® cameras and the rear radar system, assesses the presence of other vehicles before taking evasive automatic steering control. Speed Sign Recognition displays the detected speed limit in the MultiInformation Display (MID) unit, while the Intelligent Speed Limiter can automatically set the speed limiter to match the detected limit.
Subaru’s Vision Assist can give drivers a greater awareness of the world around them. Blind Spot Monitor uses sensors to make lane changes safer, by warning of vehicles detected in the blind spot. While Lane Change Assist can detect fast approaching vehicles and warn the driver of their presence when changing lanes. Rear Cross Traffic Alert can warn the driver that another car is approaching when reversing out of a parking space. Meanwhile, if the vehicle detects an obstacle behind the vehicle while reversing, Reverse Automatic Braking can apply braking if the driver doesn’t react first.
Front View Monitor1 uses a front grille mounted camera to capture images of the area immediately in front of the vehicle to avoid damage when parking. The Side View Monitor1 camera shows the vehicle’s front passenger side quarter view, eliminating this blind spot when manoeuvring the vehicle. While, Adaptive Driving Beam automatically adjusts the headlight beam to prevent dazzling other nearby road users, while maintaining a high level of light and visibility.
1. Available on Subaru Outback AWD Sport, Outback AWD Touring, Outback AWD Sport XT and Outback AWD Touring XT only.
Subaru tackles driver distraction and fatigue with a Driver Monitoring System – Driver Focus (DMS)1 standard across the Subaru Outback range. This innovative system constantly monitors the driver’s attention to help reduce the chance of accidents.
Whether your journey is long or short, Subaru recognises that at times the driver may be distracted. Which is why DMS1 has been developed to offer another layer of safety, coupled with personalised driver convenience.
The Subaru Outback’s DMS1 uses near infrared LEDs and a camera to recognise when the driver’s attention is waning or if they start to fall to sleep. An alert can then warn the driver, reminding them to refocus on the road ahead.
The system’s intelligent facial recognition can also identify five separate drivers and then automatically personalise the cabin to their preferences - adjusting the climate control and Multi-Information Display (MID) screen. While the Subaru Outback AWD Touring can also automatically adjust the driver’s seat and door mirror position.