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Subaru Outback
The new Subaru Outback is a large SUV offered in a 5D Station Wagon body style. Available in Australia from $43,690 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $57,490 for the Touring Xt.
There are 7 variants of the Outback available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2025.
Engine options include 2.5L petrol direct injection (138kW/245Nm), 2.5L horizontal (138kW/245Nm), 2.4L turbo petrol direct injection (183kW/350Nm) and 2.4L turbo (183kW/350Nm). All variants feature variable sp automatic transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2025 Outback is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$43,690 - $57,490â€
Transmission
Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
Body Types
Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
4x4
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Retail Price
$43,690 - $57,490â€
Transmission
Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
Body Types
Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
4x4
Expert Rating
Very Good
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Subaru Outback
Available Variants
The Subaru Outback comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Touring Xt.
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Reviews
CarExpert Rating
Very Good
The Outback is a bit of an oddball among modern SUVs, and that works in its favour. Even in upscale Touring XT trim, there's value to be had.
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Power to Weight
81.22 - 104.99 kW/t
51.04 kW/t
193.09 kW/t
Boot Space
522 litres
131 litres
898 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.3 - 9 L/100km
1.4 L/100km
12.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
700 - 822 km
630 km
5,000 km
Price
$43,690 - $57,490
$39,990
$123,600
Warranty (Years)
5 years
5 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 4 years
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,200 kg
2,200 kg
3,550 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 - 2,400 kg
1,010 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
18.1°
14°
44°
Departure Angle
20.9°
15.3°
37°
Ground Clearance Unladen
213 mm
153 mm
264 mm
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Dimensions
4,870 mm
1,875 mm
1,675 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,870 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,875 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 536 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Subaru Outback is the Base that starts from $43,690.
See all Subaru Outback PricingThe most expensive Subaru Outback is the Touring Xt that starts from $57,490.
See all Subaru Outback PricingThe best towing capacity of a Subaru Outback is 2400 kg offered by the following variants: Sport Xt, Sport Xt Onyx and Touring Xt.
See all Subaru Outback towing capacityThe largest Subaru Outback is the Touring Xt which measures 1875mm wide, 4870mm in length and sits 1675mm tall.
The most powerful Subaru Outback is the Touring Xt which has 183kW of power from its 2.4L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Subaru Outback is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Subaru Outback is the Touring Xt which weighs 2200 kg (kerb weight).
The Subaru Outback may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.
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