The facelifted fifth-generation Subaru Outback combines a practical five-door estate body with all-wheel drive. If you need one car for everyday errands and longer journeys, its engine and equipment choices deserve separate consideration.
Among the Subaru Outback engine choices, the gasoline 2.5 CVT suits everyday use, while the 3.6 CVT offers more reserve for overtaking or carrying passengers and luggage. Both pair all-wheel drive with a continuously variable transmission, which can hold higher engine revs during acceleration rather than deliver distinct gear changes.
Estate 5-door — Subaru Outback Engines and Transmissions
Estate 5-door Subaru Outback Engines and Transmissions
Subaru Outback trim levels include Standard and Elegance for the 2.5 CVT, giving you equipment choices within the same engine, transmission and drivetrain combination. When choosing between them, check the individual car’s comfort, multimedia and driver-assistance features against your priorities; the trim name alone does not establish its full specification.