Advanced Capability

Find your new favorite places in a versatile, capable 2023 Outback. With standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and up to 32 MPG**, you'll always be able to reach the next adventure. It delivers better handling, improved efficiency, and a quicker response to road conditions than competitors' optional systems. In fact, the 2023 Subaru Outback features standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and up to 9.5 inches of ground clearance, a combination the Honda Passport, Toyota RAV4, and Ford Edge can't match*.

Adventurous Capability

Engineered for real off-road fun, the 2023 Outback Wilderness^™ delivers loads of capability upgrades inside and out. The confident traction of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is improved even further with enhanced dual-function X-MODE^®. A 260-horsepower turbocharged SUBARU BOXER^® engine, re-tuned drivetrain gearing, increased ground clearance, and water-repellent StarTex^® upholstery are just the beginning of its summit-conquering features.

Rugged Styling

The Outback Wilderness^™ pushes everything further, and that includes style. Rugged, blacked-out exterior trim and cladding protect against trail hazards as well as showcase its ready-for-anything spirit. Matte black-finish off-road wheels set the tough foundation of its practical design. Anodized Copper-finish accents and trim hide functional features like dual front and rear tow points and extend to the interior, where they highlight durable, high-quality cabin materials.

Trustworthy

The places your Outback Wilderness^™ will take you are the places where you need equipment you can trust. Good thing Subaru is the Most Trusted Brand eight years running, according to Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com*. So no matter how far you go, you'll always have the confidence to find a new level of adventure.

Stability and Control

With its exceptionally balanced layout, Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive delivers a solid connection with the road and an engaged, responsive drive. The entire system lies along the centerline of the vehicle, balancing weight distribution between the two sides to help provide optimal performance and control.

Fuel Efficiency and Durability

With gas mileage up to 32 MPG** and almost 600 miles of driving range*, the 2023 Outback is exceptionally efficient. Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive has demonstrated its durability and low maintenance over four decades of owner-tested Subaru vehicles so you can be confident your Outback will keep taking you farther year after year.

Up to 9.5 Inches of Ground Clearance and X-MODE^®

With up to 9.5 inches of ground clearance and standard X-MODE^®, the Outback can take you almost anywhere. X-MODE^® works by optimizing the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for maximum traction on slippery surfaces and Hill Descent Control gives you extra stability and confidence when descending more difficult grades.

X-MODE^® standard on: All trims
Dual-function X-MODE^® standard on: Onyx Edition, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness^™

Direct-Injection SUBARU BOXER^® Engines

The standard direct-injection SUBARU BOXER^® engine delivers 182 horsepower and impressive mileage around town with its Auto Start-Stop Technology. Paired with a Lineartronic^® CVT, it can reach up to 32 MPG highway with almost 600 miles of range*. A 260-horsepower direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER^® engine is also available, providing 277 pound-feet of torque for extra power and exciting daily driving.

Direct-Injection SUBARU BOXER^® engine standard on: Outback, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring

Direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER^® engine standard on: Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness^™, Limited XT, Touring XT

3,500-Pound Towing Capacity*

With up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity and an available accessory trailer hitch, the 2023 Outback lets you bring all the bikes, kayaks, or other gear you need to make your adventures even better.

Standard on: Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness^™, Limited XT, Touring XT

Pre-Collision Braking

Automatic Pre-Collision Braking* helps avoid or reduce frontal impacts by alerting you and applying full braking force in emergency situations. Pre-Collision Throttle Management can reduce the power from the engine to help minimize the possible impact force and frontal impact damage. An IIHS study found that Subaru EyeSight^® Driver-Assist^® Technology reduces the rate of pedestrian-related injuries by up to 35%*.

Adaptive Cruise Control

Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering* adds extra convenience and safety on every trip. Just choose the distance you want to keep from the car in front of you and it can take some of the stress out of everyday driving by helping with steering, braking, and throttle control while maintaining a safe distance ahead.

SUBARU DriverFocus^® DISTRACTION MITIGATION SYSTEM

The 2023 Outback features a state-of-the-art system to help reduce distracted driving for both new and experienced drivers. Each day in the United States more than 1,000 people are injured in crashes reported to have involved a distracted driver*. Working with our award-winning EyeSight^® Driver-Assist^® Technology, the DriverFocus^® system is like having an attentive co-pilot along for the ride, available to give a helpful alert if a driver becomes distracted or drowsy*. For added convenience, DriverFocus^® can also recognize up to five different drivers and remember their preferences, including seat position, climate settings, and outside mirror position.

Optional on: Limited
Standard on: Touring, Limited XT, Touring XT

All-Around Awareness Technologies

The 2023 Outback features an entire suite of available safety technologies to help protect you and your passengers. The Blind-Spot Detection* system warns you with a visual indicator on each side mirror if it senses a vehicle in your blind spots. Rear Cross-Traffic Alert* helps warn you of traffic approaching from the side as you back up. With available Reverse Automatic Braking, your vehicle can even stop itself to help avoid objects behind you*. A new Smart Rear-View Mirror with auto-dimming, compass, and HomeLink^® is available to give you a wide-angle view of objects behind you.

Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert standard on: Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness^™, Limited XT, Touring XT

Available on: Premium
Reverse Automatic Braking standard on: Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, Touring XT

SUBARU STARLINK^® Safety and Security

STARLINK^® Safety and Security* offers an array of connected services to help keep you and your Outback safe whether you're in your vehicle, at your computer, or on your smartphone. Advanced Automatic Collision Notification will alert an operator in the event of an accident, and SOS Emergency Assistance can get you roadside help at the push of a button. Remote Engine Start with Climate Control, accessible via your smartphone, ensures your Outback is always ready and comfortable*. There are also STARLINK^® Concierge services for personal assistance with tasks like navigation, restaurant reservations, and scheduling service appointments.

Standard on: Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness^™, Limited XT, Touring XT

Crash Protection for Every Passenger

The 2023 Outback is built on the Subaru Global Platform, which uses high-strength steel for enhanced crash safety, long-lasting quality, and a quieter cabin. The Outback also features eight airbags, height-adjustable head restraints in every seating position, and a ring-shaped reinforcement frame as standard equipment to help provide all-around impact protection.

Cargo and Passenger Space

The 2023 Outback gives you up to 109 cubic feet of roomy passenger comfort in both the front and rear seats. That's more passenger space than the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, or Jeep_® Grand Cherokee*. Even full of passengers, you still get 32.6 cubic feet of cargo space. The available cargo area release levers make it even easier to fold the rear seats down, giving you up to 75.6 cubic feet of volume to haul more gear. Loading all that cargo is even easier with the available Hands-Free Power Rear Gate, which allows automatic opening even when your arms are full and lets you close and lock the entire vehicle with a single touch of the gate button.

Harman Kardon^® PREMIUM AUDIO

The Harman Kardon^® premium audio system captures detail-rich acoustics through enhanced sound control and superior high sound output. At the heart of the system lies a high-performance 8-Channel class-D amplifier pumping out 576 equivalent watts of power. The amplifier works to efficiently distribute clean audio signals to the vehicle's 12-speaker sound system - including a dedicated center channel speaker and subwoofer. Harman's Clari-Fi^™ Technology restores and corrects audio fidelity, resulting in musical reproduction that sounds clearer, crisper, and more dynamic.

Standard on: Limited, Touring, Limited XT, Touring XT

SUBARU STARLINK^® MULTIMEDIA WITH WIRELESS Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™

For the first time on an Outback vehicle, the 2023 Outback features a SUBARU STARLINK^® Multimedia system with available wireless Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ integration*. Now it's even easier to view and control your navigation, music, podcasts, and other content and apps without needing to plug in your smartphone. A high-resolution 11.6-inch touchscreen is also available for intuitive control of your entertainment and navigation. Wireless Bluetooth^® pairing and hands-free smartphone operation allow for safe and easy connection to your favorite apps and content.

11.6-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ standard on: Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness^™, Limited XT, Touring XT

Standard Raised Roof Rails with Tie-Downs

Standard raised roof rails provide additional versatility for equipment like kayaks, bikes, skis, and cargo carriers, and the integrated crossbars can fold away when not in use for maximum efficiency. Plus, Built-In^® tie-downs give you even more flexibility and make it easier to secure your cargo.

Standard on: Outback, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring, Onyx XT, Limited XT, Touring XT

SUBARU BOXER^® Engines

For 2023, the Onyx Edition gives you even more options. Choose the naturally aspirated direct-injection SUBARU BOXER^® engine delivering 182 horsepower or take the direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER^® engine with 260 horsepower, 277 pound-feet of torque, and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity.

18-Inch Alloy Wheels

Standard 18-inch alloy wheels feature a gloss black finish and give the Onyx Edition a confident and composed foundation.

WATER-REPELLENT StarTex^® INTERIOR

The Onyx Edition cabin surrounds you in StarTex^® upholstery that's water-repellent and hard-wearing to withstand countless adventures.

Dual-Function X-MODE^®

With standard dual-function X-MODE^®, the Onyx Edition can optimize the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with settings for snow/dirt and deep snow/mud - so you get maximum traction in almost any condition.