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# Subaru Outback

Model years 2018–2027

The Subaru Outback is an SUV or crossover nameplate from Subaru, designed for passenger comfort, cargo utility and everyday driving. Across its model years, powertrain, drivetrain, passenger space, cargo capacity, towing capability and equipment can vary substantially. Shoppers should compare the exact year and trim because specifications, features, recalls, known problems and ownership costs can change over time.

![](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026_Subaru_Ascent-1240x827.webp>)

### [Latest](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/#latest-coverage>)

### [News](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/#hub-news>)

### [Reviews](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/#reviews>)

### [Related](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/#related>)

## Latest Subaru Outback Coverage

The newest reporting across every Subaru Outback topic.

### [This Mitsubishi Costs More to Insure Than a BMW, and Subaru Comes Out Cheapest](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/industry-study-suv-insurance-pricier-than-ever/>)

Before buying an SUV, get an insurance quote alongside the payment estimate. A lower sticker price does not necessarily mean…

[Read story →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/industry-study-suv-insurance-pricier-than-ever/>)

[Blue 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport climbing a dusty dirt trail](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/2027-honda-passport-trailsport-ground-clearance/>)

### [2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Gets a Big Lift. Literally](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/2027-honda-passport-trailsport-ground-clearance/>)

Honda gave the 2027 Passport TrailSport a comprehensive suspension overhaul, increasing ground clearance to 9.65 inches and improving its off-road…

[Read story →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/2027-honda-passport-trailsport-ground-clearance/>)

[Outback Wilderness](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2021/05/2022-subaru-outback-wilderness-what-you-expect-plus-more-first-drive/>)

### [2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness: What you expect, plus more \[First Drive\]](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2021/05/2022-subaru-outback-wilderness-what-you-expect-plus-more-first-drive/>)

I find the Subaru Outback to be one of the more comfortable crossover type vehicles currently on the market. And,…

[Read story →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2021/05/2022-subaru-outback-wilderness-what-you-expect-plus-more-first-drive/>)

[Read all coverage →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/?coverage=latest>)

## News

News across Subaru Outback model years.

### [This Mitsubishi Costs More to Insure Than a BMW, and Subaru Comes Out Cheapest](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/industry-study-suv-insurance-pricier-than-ever/>)

Before buying an SUV, get an insurance quote alongside the payment estimate. A lower sticker price does not necessarily mean…

[Read story →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/industry-study-suv-insurance-pricier-than-ever/>)

[Blue 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport climbing a dusty dirt trail](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/2027-honda-passport-trailsport-ground-clearance/>)

### [2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Gets a Big Lift. Literally](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/2027-honda-passport-trailsport-ground-clearance/>)

Honda gave the 2027 Passport TrailSport a comprehensive suspension overhaul, increasing ground clearance to 9.65 inches and improving its off-road…

[Read story →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2026/09/2027-honda-passport-trailsport-ground-clearance/>)

[Read all news →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/?coverage=news>)

## Reviews

First drives, road tests and owner reviews.

[Outback Wilderness](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2021/05/2022-subaru-outback-wilderness-what-you-expect-plus-more-first-drive/>)

### [2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness: What you expect, plus more \[First Drive\]](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2021/05/2022-subaru-outback-wilderness-what-you-expect-plus-more-first-drive/>)

I find the Subaru Outback to be one of the more comfortable crossover type vehicles currently on the market. And,…

[Read story →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2021/05/2022-subaru-outback-wilderness-what-you-expect-plus-more-first-drive/>)

[2021 Subaru Outback Review](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2021/03/2021-subaru-outback-onyx/>)

### [2021 Subaru Outback Onyx: At the top of your vehicle shopping list?](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2021/03/2021-subaru-outback-onyx/>)

In this video, Publisher Tim Esterdahl reviews the 2021 Subaru Outback Onyx. He shares some of the things he likes…

[Read story →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2021/03/2021-subaru-outback-onyx/>)

[2020 subaru outback details review youtube](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2020/09/2020-subaru-outback-a-comfortable-and-familiar-driving-experience/>)

### [2020 Subaru Outback: A comfortable and familiar driving experience](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2020/09/2020-subaru-outback-a-comfortable-and-familiar-driving-experience/>)

I have to admit, slipping behind the wheel of the 2020 Subaru Outback made me feel a bit like the…

[Read story →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2020/09/2020-subaru-outback-a-comfortable-and-familiar-driving-experience/>)

[Read all reviews →](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/?coverage=reviews>)

## Related Vehicles

[Subaru Crosstrek](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-crosstrek/>)
[Subaru Forester](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-forester/>)
[Subaru Ascent](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-ascent/>)



## Browse model years

- [2018 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2018-subaru-outback/>)
- [2019 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2019-subaru-outback/>)
- [2020 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2020-subaru-outback/>)
- [2021 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2021-subaru-outback/>)
- [2022 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2022-subaru-outback/>)
- [2023 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2023-subaru-outback/>)
- [2024 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2024-subaru-outback/>)
- [2025 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2025-subaru-outback/>)
- [2026 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2026-subaru-outback/>)
- [2027 Subaru Outback](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/vehicles/subaru-outback/2027-subaru-outback/>)

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