The fully redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback gives you more capability, more room, and bolder style to match your adventures. This next generation trades the traditional wagon profile for a taller, more upright SUV design, adding headroom, cargo space, and rugged presence. Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive pairs with a choice of a reliable 180-horsepower 2.5-liter BOXER engine or an available 260-horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged BOXER, delivering up to 31 MPG highway and up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity. With up to 9.5 inches of ground clearance, standard X-MODE, and upgraded EyeSight safety technology, the Outback is ready for anything. It is available in six trims: Premium, Limited, Limited XT, Touring, Touring XT, and Wilderness, each designed to meet various needs and preferences.
The Premium trim is the well-rounded foundation of the redesigned Outback lineup, blending efficient performance with the added space and versatility of the new design. It comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, generous cargo room, and the latest EyeSight Driver Assist Technology. Additionally, the Premium boasts strong fuel economy and rugged everyday capability, providing the flexibility needed for daily commutes and weekend adventures alike.
The Limited and Touring trims represent the most sophisticated Outback experience, elevating comfort with premium materials, refined details, and advanced technology. Step up to the Limited XT or Touring XT and you’ll gain the 260-horsepower turbocharged BOXER engine for more spirited acceleration and full towing capability. The range-topping Touring adds the finishing touches in luxury and convenience, including available true hands-free driving on compatible highways.
The Wilderness trim is the most rugged and trail-capable Outback, engineered for serious off-road adventure. It combines 9.5 inches of ground clearance, Bridgestone Dueler all-terrain tires, and a standard 260-horsepower turbocharged engine with distinctive protective styling. With standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, X-MODE, and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity, the Outback Wilderness is built to take you confidently beyond the pavement, farther than rivals like the Ford Bronco Sport Badlands or Honda Passport TrailSport.
The 2026 Outback is fully redesigned, trading its traditional wagon profile for a taller, more upright SUV shape. The update adds headroom, cargo space, bolder styling, upgraded EyeSight safety technology, and sharper WRX-derived steering.
The 2026 Outback offers two engines: a standard 2.5-liter BOXER producing 180 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque, and an available 2.4-liter turbocharged BOXER (on XT and Wilderness trims) producing 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque.
The standard 2.5-liter Outback earns up to 25 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. Turbocharged XT trims are rated around 21/29 mpg, and the off-road Wilderness trim earns about 21/27 mpg due to its all-terrain setup.
Yes. Every 2026 Subaru Outback comes standard with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and standard X-MODE, with up to 9.5 inches of ground clearance for confident all-weather and off-road traction.
When equipped with the 2.4-liter turbocharged engine, the 2026 Subaru Outback can tow up to 3,500 pounds, ideal for hauling trailers, boats, or recreational equipment. Towing capacity varies by trim and engine.
The 2026 Subaru Outback is offered in six trims: Premium, Limited, Limited XT, Touring, Touring XT, and Wilderness. Every trim includes standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, with the XT and Wilderness trims adding the 260-horsepower turbocharged engine.
The redesigned 2026 Outback offers about 35 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, up from the previous generation, with a wider, easier-to-access load area and roof rails now rated to support up to 800 pounds.
