The Outback has been completely redesigned, and the changes are structural rather than cosmetic. Output now reaches up to 260 horsepower, towing capacity runs up to 3,500 pounds, and ground clearance measures up to 9.5 inches, which the Bronco Sport Badlands, Passport Trailsport, and Tucson XRT cannot match. Fuel economy still reaches up to 31 MPG. We stock both the standard car and the Outback Wilderness in Fremont.
Inside, the screen layout changed significantly: a 12.1-inch high-resolution touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, both standard. EyeSight was upgraded with enhanced sensors, and a few driver assist features moved from optional to standard.
Outback occupies a spot almost nothing else does: a midsize wagon-height SUV with real clearance and a low load floor. That matters if you are lifting dogs, kayaks, or gear rather than climbing into a tall truck. Drivers in Newark get 3,500 pounds of towing for a small trailer or utility hauler without stepping up to a three-row. The 9.5 inches of clearance handles snow runs and unpaved access roads, which is why we see so many Union City buyers cross-shopping it against body-on-frame options. Commuters from Hayward care more about the 31 MPG figure and the driver assist upgrades.
Outbacks get kept a long time, so the ownership side is the part worth asking about. Our factory-trained technicians follow the maintenance schedule using genuine parts and specialized tools, and our page on Subaru service covers what that includes. Every visit comes with a free multi-point inspection, and first-year maintenance is covered. We run a shuttle for service customers. When it is time to move to the next one, you can run a KBB Instant Cash Offer from home before coming in.
Up to 3,500 pounds.
Up to 260 horsepower, depending on engine and trim.
Up to 9.5 inches.
A standard 12.1-inch high-resolution touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
Wilderness carries redesigned rugged styling and upgraded off-road capability over the standard Outback.