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Subaru Outback News and Reviews

The six-generation 2020 Subaru Outback is a raised wagon that gives consumers an SUV/Crossover with standard all-wheel-drive, a raised ride height and loaded with safety technology. The new wagon was unveiled at the New York Auto Show showing customers it’s the most rugged Outback ever launched by the brand. Outback remains a “go-anywhere” all-wheel-drive vehicle for outdoor adventures.

2020 Subaru Outback Changes

The big news for the 2020 model change is the wagon gets a new XT trim and is now powered by the Ascent-sourced FA24 2.4-liter 260-horsepower, 277 lb-ft of torque four-cylinder Boxer engine under the hood.

The newly-redesigned 2020 Outback is available in Base, Premium, Limited, Touring, and three new turbo models, Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, and Touring XT models for SUV shoppers.

We post daily news stories regarding Subaru’s lineup of all-wheel-drive vehicles and give you a fresh take on the Japanese automaker’s latest offerings. We give our readers creative topics that will intrigue enthusiasts and inform buyers. Look for the latest Subaru Outback news here.

Dunlop Grandtrek PT20 A/S Tires are shown on a 2026 Subaru Outback Premium
Dunlop Grandtrek PT20 Outperforms Its Reviews On Subaru Outback
By John Goreham on
We’ve recently tested the Dunlop Grandtrek PT20 A/S OEM tire fitment on a 2026 Subaru Outback Premium. The reviews don’t do this tire justice.
2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness parked in Charlotte shopping area
Subaru Gave The 2026 Outback Wilderness 2 More CFT of Cargo Space, But They Didn't Increase Cargo Space Just To Have a Bigger Number
By Armen Hareyan on
Subaru gave the 2026 Outback Wilderness 2 more cubic feet of cargo space, but the real reason has nothing to do with bigger numbers. After a 7 day and $48,885 test drive from Charlotte to Richmond, the answer is more unexpected than the spec sheet shows.
The new BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain+ tire debuts to rave reviews
I Drove 5 SUVs on BFGoodrich's New Trail-Terrain T/A+ Tire and Here Is What Surprised Me
By John Goreham on
We ran the new BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A+ tire on pavement and dirt under six popular adventure vehicles. For owners who need a livable, daily-use all-terrain tire, this might be the perfect solution.
I Drove the 2026 Subaru Outback Limited XT for 7 Days and the Wagon Is Gone
The 2026 Subaru Outback Has a Secret Ruler Hidden in Its Rear Glass and That Is Not Even the Most Useful Thing About It
By Armen Hareyan on
Subaru quietly engineered one of the most practical SUVs you can buy right now, and after 7 days driving the Limited XT in Charlotte I found the details that buyers never notice until they already own one.
A Bridgestone Dueler tire on the Subaru Outback Wilderness
Subaru's 2026 Outback Wilderness Has a Tire Issue Everybody's Talking About
By John Goreham on
The new 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness has been fitted with a tire that its maker brags about being thinner and lighter. Are those the right attributes for an all-terrain tire fitted to an off-road capable vehicle?
2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness In Brilliant Green
I Tested the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness and Owners Disagree With Me on One Big Thing
By John Goreham on
Having driven the new 2026 Outback Wilderness, I thought I’d compare my testing notes to what actual owners and fans say. They disagreed with me on the engine, but we all agreed on the one big problem.
2024 Subaru Outback
Why Your 2024 Subaru Outback EyeSight Update Might Come With a $400 Surprise - And How to Avoid It
By Denis Flierl on
Why a $400 Subaru EyeSight update is sparking owner frustration in 2026. While one 2024 Outback driver was quoted a high service fee, the new EyeSight Class-Action Settlement may offer a 75% reimbursement. Here is how to verify if your VIN qualifies.
2026 Subaru Outback is shown in a winter scene
Choosing Between the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback Wilderness Is Like Playing “Would You Rather”
By John Goreham on
We love the Subaru Wilderness line, and the Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback, but it feels like you can’t get ALL of the best attributes in any of the three that Subaru makes.
A dark gray 2021 Subaru Outback is shown from a front three-quarter view, parked on a gravel area with misty mountains and forest in the background.
A 2021 Subaru Outback Owner Says His CVT Exploded at 76,000 Miles Despite Full Dealer Maintenance, Leaving Him With an $8,250 Bill and “A Car Worth Nothing,” and Ready to Run Back to Honda
By Noah Washington on
A 2021 Subaru Outback suffered a catastrophic CVT failure at just 76,000 miles, despite full dealer maintenance, leaving the owner with an $8,250 repair bill.
2026 Subaru Outback
I Want to Upgrade My 2022 Outback Wilderness, But the New 2026 Model Looks Just Like Every Other SUV Out There Right Now, Subaru Why Did You Do This?
By Denis Flierl on
One Subaru Outback Wilderness owner is furious. Tarra says the 2026 redesign ditches the unique wagon design for a generic CUV shape. She's ready to get a newer model, but she can't believe what Subaru has done to her beloved Outback. What do you think?
10 Consumer Reports Recommended SUVs
10 Best SUVs You Can Buy Right Now
By Timothy Boyer on
Which SUVs are truly worth your money? Based on performance, safety, reliability, and owner satisfaction, here are 10 of the best SUVs you can buy today from the good folks at Consumer Reports.
For 7 Days I Reviewed The 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XTSDL, and It Was Smooth, Comfortable, and Still The Wagon-SUV America Loves
For 7 Days I Reviewed The 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XT/SDL, and It Was Smooth, Comfortable, and Still The Wagon-SUV America Loves
By Armen Hareyan on
I found the 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XT unexpectedly smoother and more enjoyable than I imagined, and it left me curious to hear how it feels for you behind the wheel.
2024 Subaru Outback owner
My Roommate Incredibly Escaped the Tightest NY City Parking Spot Ever In a Subaru Outback, Houdini Couldn’t Have Pulled This Off
By Denis Flierl on
A Subaru Outback owner can't believe it when she comes out from shopping in New York City. Two cars have her sandwiched between them with just inches on either side. But this driver does the impossible and escapes the tightest parking spot ever.
2024 Subaru Outback Wilderness
So, While Camping In My 2024 Subaru Outback In the Middle of Nowhere, I Left My Tailgate Open, and 2 Hours Later My Battery Is Dead 
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru Outback Wilderness is touted as an adventure vehicle, and Subaru designed it for outdoor enthusiasts. Angelica went camping in her new 2024 Outback Wilderness and found the vehicle less than ideal. Here is what Subaru owners need to know.
A green 2026 Subaru Outback parked on grass, showcasing its modern design, prominent grille, and stylish alloy wheels against a natural backdrop.
I Found Every Easter Egg In The 2026 Outback, From Dog Size Measurements To The Secret Ruler Hidden In The Taillights
By Noah Washington on
I found every hidden detail in the 2026 Subaru Outback, and some of them are actually useful. From etched dog silhouettes that help you measure cargo space to a secret ruler in the rear glass.
2014 Subaru Outback
CarMax Sold Me A 2014 Subaru Outback For $15K, Now 9 Months Later It’s Undriveable, and It Needs a New Engine and Transmission 
By Denis Flierl on
Should you buy a used vehicle from CarMax? Is the 2014 Subaru Outback a reliable vehicle? Twig purchased a used Subaru Outback from CarMax, and nine months later, it needed a new engine and transmission. Here is what all car shoppers need to know. 
2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness
Subaru Owner Says, “My Outback Wilderness Isn’t A Pavement Princess, Every Dirt Road, Snowy Path, and Hidden Trail Is Unrestricted Freedom”
By Denis Flierl on
What's the best car you've ever owned? Take a look at Anandha's 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness midsize SUV. He believes it was tailor-made for him. Perhaps it was. Check out his alluring story and discover why this a road that few ever take. 
2022 Subaru Outback
My Mom’s Subaru Outback Was Hit, and It Rolled 3 Times With Her Husband, His 88-Year-Old Mother, and Their 5 Lb Dog Inside, and They All Walked Away
By Denis Flierl on
Have you ever recommended a car to someone in your family and had it save their life? It happened to Ashley when her family was driving in a 2022 Subaru Outback and was hit by a truck. Here is Ashley's remarkable story. 
2022 Subaru Ascent
Subaru Ascent Owner Says, “After Hitting a Deer, We Could Hear Fluids Dripping and Things Popping, I Kicked the Stuck Door and Escaped Before It Was Fully Engulfed In Flames”
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine driving on a dark Montana highway in winter, and a deer jumps out in front of your Subaru Ascent. The SUV keeps you safe, but there was so much damage to the front of the vehicle that it bursts into flames. Here is Andelyn's harrowing story. 
2010 Subaru Outback
Angry Subaru Outback Owner Who Crashed His Car Though the Front Door Of a Car Dealer Says, “I Hit a Breaking Point, I Kind of Blacked Out For a Second”
By Denis Flierl on
The unbelievable story of a disgruntled customer who crashed his used Subaru Outback through the front door of the car dealer where he purchased it continues. Michael Murray says he blacked out for a second, and the story continues.
2022 Subaru Outback
I Have a 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness, It Immediately Had a Dead Battery, Numerous Electrical Faults, and the Dealer Can’t Replicate the Problem, What Can I Do?
By Denis Flierl on
Does the 2022 Subaru Outback have drained battery and electrical issues? Here is one Outback owner's story of what went wrong with the dealer, if it was correctly handled, and valuable information on the Outback of what customers need to know.  
2025 Subaru Outback
I Hacked a New Subaru, Unlocked the Car, and Accessed More Than a Year of Location Data, This Is Concerning
By Denis Flierl on
Are Subaru vehicles vulnerable to hacking? A security researcher says he was able to access more than a year's worth of location data and remotely unlock a vehicle by hacking into Subaru's Starlink in-vehicle technologies. Here is the concerning story. 
2025 Subaru Outback
I Really Appreciate This, Mazda, But You Are An Hour Too Late, I’ve Upgraded To a 2025 Subaru Outback
By Denis Flierl on
Have you owned a car brand for years and then decided to make a change? That's what Lizzie did. She knew it was time to change when her Mazda 5 minivan failed her. Here is Lizzie's car purchasing dilemma. Why did she pick the 2025 Subaru Outback instead?
2024 Subaru Outback Wilderness and Crosstrek
I Traded In My 2019 Crosstrek Limited For a 2024 Outback Wilderness, and I Couldn’t Be Happier With the Decision
By Denis Flierl on
Is the Subaru Crosstrek or the Subaru Outback the better vehicle? Philip, who has owned both, picked the Outback Wilderness over the Crosstrek Wilderness. Check out his story, and I'll explain why. 
2024 Subaru Outback
I Was Excited, My Grandparents Gifted Me a 2024 Subaru Outback - As I Lay On My Side After a Huge Crash, I Screamed Because of My Anguish For Losing My Car I Loved So Much
By Denis Flierl on
Gabika grew attached to her new 2024 Subaru Outback. After numerous climbing trips, sleeping in the back, and exploring roads she could never access with her Prius, it was more than a car; it was her best friend. And then the horrific accident happened. 
2010 Subaru Outback
Man Crashes His Subaru Outback Which He Called a "Lemon" Through the Front Door of a Mazda Dealer After They Told Him It Was Sold “As Is”
By Denis Flierl on
When a customer bought a used Subaru Outback with problems, he wasn't happy. He asked the dealer to take the car back, and when they told him it was sold "as is," he returned it by crashing it through the dealer's front door. 
2025 Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, Forester
CR’s Best Car Brands and the Most Reliable Cars Report Card, It’s Subaru At the Top Of Both Now
By Denis Flierl on
Who makes the best cars and the most reliable new cars? Tiny Subaru jumps to the top of Consumer Reports' best car brand report card lists. Here are the surprising results.
2025 Subaru Outback
Subaru Is Not All the Way Back
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru of America is on the brink of a significant achievement, with the potential to surpass its all-time sales performance record. How close are they, and is it even possible this year?
2026 Subaru Baja pickup
The Next-Gen Subaru Baja You Want Now
By Denis Flierl on
The next-generation Subaru Baja pickup is likely the most wanted new Subaru vehicle ever. Here are renderings of what it could look like if Subaru builds one. Would you buy this new Subaru pickup?
2025 Subaru Forester
Subaru Won’t Accept Anything Less Than Zero
By Denis Flierl on
The next-generation Subaru Eyesight is coming by 2027, and Subaru says it will incorporate AI. What does it mean for Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, and the other new all-wheel-drive models?
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