AWD
$48,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 137 kW
- Fuel use
- 8.1 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Value entry. Symmetrical AWD, 522L boot, class-leading 2,400 kg braked tow.
Subaru
2026 Subaru Outback
Wagon-SUV crossover
On sale nowPetrol
From $48,990 plus on-road costs
The Outback is Subaru's wagon-SUV crossover, sitting taller than a traditional wagon and lower than a mid-size SUV.
From$48,990+ORC
Engine2.5L flat 4 petrol
Power137 to 194 kW
Fuel use8.1 to 9.7 L/100 km
Seats5
Boot522 L
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Outback yet. On paper, the turbo is now Wilderness only, at $59,690 to $62,690 plus on-roads, which creeps close to mid-size luxury SUVs.
Why consider it
- 2,400 kg braked tow on the 2.5L is class-leading for a wagon, paired with Symmetrical AWD and X-Mode.
- Wagon proportions are easier to load and park than a mid-size SUV.
What to know
- 2.5L NA boxer paired with the CVT feels lazy under load.
- No hybrid option for Australia.
Who it suits
Touring families and wagon loyalists. Genuine AWD, real towing capacity (2,400 kg braked on the 2.5L), and a low-load-lip cargo area built for dog crates, kayaks and boat tow rigs.
Small families
5 seats, 5-star ANCAP
Towing
Built to tow
Adventurers
AWD with real capability
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.2.5L flat 4 petrol
Powertrain
137 to 194 kW, 245 to 382 Nm
8.1 to 9.7 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
5 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
5 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD | $48,990 +ORC | 2.5L flat 4 petrol | 137 kW | 8.1 L/100 km | AWD | Value entry. Symmetrical AWD, 522L boot, class-leading 2,400 kg braked tow. |
| AWD Premium | $53,490 +ORC | 2.5L flat 4 petrol | 137 kW | 8.1 L/100 km | AWD | |
| AWD Touring | $56,990 +ORC | 2.5L flat 4 petrol | 137 kW | 8.1 L/100 km | AWD | Leather, Harman Kardon audio, wireless CarPlay. |
| AWD Wilderness | $59,690 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 194 kW | 9.7 L/100 km | AWD | |
| AWD Wilderness Apex | $62,690 +ORC | 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol | 194 kW | 9.7 L/100 km | AWD |
AWD Premium
$53,490 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 137 kW
- Fuel use
- 8.1 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
AWD Touring
$56,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 137 kW
- Fuel use
- 8.1 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Leather, Harman Kardon audio, wireless CarPlay.
AWD Wilderness
$59,690 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 194 kW
- Fuel use
- 9.7 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
AWD Wilderness Apex
$62,690 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.4L turbo flat 4 petrol
- Power
- 194 kW
- Fuel use
- 9.7 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Practicality and safety
5 seats
Seating
522 L
Boot space
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2021
AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a hybrid drivetrain (none available), a third row (Sorento or Santa Fe), or a more upmarket badge for the same money (Volvo V60 Cross Country).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Subaru Outback in Australia?
Pricing opens at $48,990 plus on-roads for the AWD and tops out at $62,690 plus on-roads for the AWD Wilderness Apex, across 5 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
How much can the Subaru Outback tow?
2,400 kg braked on the 2.5L grades, dropping to 2,000 kg on the turbocharged XT.
Is the Subaru Outback all-wheel drive?
Yes. Symmetrical AWD is standard across the range.
Does the Subaru Outback come as a hybrid?
No. Only the 2.5L naturally aspirated and 2.4L turbo boxer petrol engines are offered in Australia.
The Subaru Outback in full
The Outback is Subaru's wagon-SUV crossover, sitting taller than a traditional wagon and lower than a mid-size SUV. Sixth generation runs Symmetrical AWD as standard, with the choice of a 2.5L NA boxer or a 2.4L turbo in the flagship XT.
From$48,990+ORC
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