

James Wong
2026 Subaru Outback review
Pros
- Impressive off-road capability
- Heaps of space and comfort
- Price still undercuts key rivals
Cons
- It looks... different
- Thirsty engines, droney CVT
- Wilderness feels a touch underdone
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The new Subaru Outback is a large SUV available in Australia from $53,557 (driveaway) for the base variant and topping out at $67,942 for the Wilderness Apex variant.
There are 5 variants of the Outback available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2025.
The new Outback is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Subaru Outback include 2.4L horizontal 4-cylinder (194kW/245Nm) and 2.5L horizontal 4-cylinder (137kW/245Nm). All variants feature automatic continuously variable with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.
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The Subaru Outback comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Wilderness Apex.
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2024
$47,903
2024
$52,602
2025
$53,161
2026
$53,557
2024
$56,592
2024
$57,852
2026
$58,282
2025
$58,411
2025
$60,907
2023
$61,244
2024
$61,842
2026
$61,957
2024
$62,367
2025
$62,401
2026
$64,792
2026
$67,942
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,880 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,880 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 575 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Subaru Outback Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.







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The cheapest Subaru Outback is the base variant that starts from $53,557.
See all Subaru Outback PricingThe most expensive Subaru Outback is the Wilderness Apex variant that starts from $67,942.
See all Subaru Outback PricingThe best towing capacity of a Subaru Outback is 2100 kg offered by the following variants: Wilderness and Wilderness Apex.
See all Subaru Outback towing capacityThe largest Subaru Outback is the Wilderness variant which measures 1880mm wide, 4880mm in length and sits 1735mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 194kW of power and 245nm of torque are the Wilderness and Wilderness Apex variants.
The Subaru Outback is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Subaru Outback is the Wilderness variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2333 kg.
The Subaru Outback uses Unleaded Petrol.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.