The completely redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness is your pass to the wildest places on Earth. Trading its traditional wagon profile for a bolder, more upright SUV stance, this all-new generation pairs serious off-road capability with elevated everyday comfort. Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive works with a standard 260-horsepower turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine, 9.5 inches of ground clearance, more than the Ford Bronco Sport Badlands, Honda Passport TrailSport, or Hyundai Tucson XRT, and enhanced dual-function X-MODE to conquer challenging terrain. With up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity, a standard front skid plate, all-terrain tires, and upgraded technology, the Outback Wilderness makes tackling harsh terrain feel almost effortless.
The Outback Wilderness is engineered to go where other SUVs can’t. Its standard turbocharged BOXER engine pairs with a revised final-drive ratio for confident low-speed climbing, while a retuned Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system delivers faster center-differential lockup and reduced wheelspin off-road. New for 2026, electronically controlled dampers use real-time sensors to reduce sway and improve stability both on rough trails and smooth highways, and improved approach, breakover, and departure angles help you clear larger obstacles with ease.
The Outback Wilderness is built to bring your entire adventure along. Its 3,500-pound towing capacity handles small campers, boats, and utility trailers, while a reconfigured rear bumper and upgraded accessory trailer hitch make hookup easier than ever. Heavy-duty raised roof rails and reinforced underbody protection let you load up gear and head deep into the backcountry with confidence, so nothing gets left behind on the way to the trailhead.
Inside and out, the 2026 Outback Wilderness balances trail-tough capability with genuine everyday comfort. Its redesigned exterior wears aggressive, protective styling, while the cabin steps up with durable StarTex upholstery, available Nappa leather, and advanced cabin technology including a 360-degree camera. Upgraded EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, recalibrated for the Wilderness’s off-road hardware, adds a wider field of view and features like Automatic Emergency Steering for confidence on every drive, whether you’re on the trail or handling the daily commute.
The 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness has 9.5 inches of ground clearance, more than many full-size SUVs, and more than the Ford Bronco Sport Badlands, Honda Passport TrailSport, or Hyundai Tucson XRT, along with a standard front skid plate and underbody protection.
The 2026 Outback Wilderness comes standard with a 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine producing 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque, paired with a CVT that includes an 8-speed manual mode and paddle shifters, plus revised gearing for low-speed climbing.
The 2026 Outback Wilderness is rated to tow up to 3,500 pounds, enough for a small camper, boat, or utility trailer. A reconfigured rear bumper and available accessory hitch with 7-pin and 4-pin connectors make trailer setup easier.
The 2026 Outback Wilderness is completely redesigned, trading its wagon profile for a bolder, upright SUV shape. It adds electronically controlled dampers, a new 360-degree camera, available Nappa leather, improved off-road angles, upgraded roof rails, and refreshed styling, all while keeping its 9.5-inch ground clearance and turbo engine.
The Outback Wilderness features standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, retuned dual-function X-MODE with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud modes, 9.5 inches of ground clearance, a front skid plate, all-terrain Bridgestone Dueler tires, electronically controlled dampers, and improved approach and departure angles.
Yes. Like every Subaru Outback, the Wilderness comes standard with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. The Wilderness version is retuned for off-roading with faster center-differential lockup and reduced wheelspin, plus steering-angle data for better on-road stability.
Yes. Despite its serious off-road focus, the Outback Wilderness features new electronically controlled dampers for a comfortable ride, an elevated cabin with easy-clean StarTex upholstery and available Nappa leather, and upgraded EyeSight safety, making it just as capable commuting as it is exploring the backcountry.
