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2019 Subaru Outback
SUV · 2015–2026
Trims and features
What changed for 2019
- Starting prices: −$400 to +$305 (4 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: Base
- New trim: Premium
- Trim dropped: 2.5i
- Trim dropped: 2.5i Premium
- Apple CarPlay: Not listed → Wired (2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited, 3.6R Touring, 2.5i Touring)
- Android Auto: Not listed → Wired (2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited, 3.6R Touring, 2.5i Touring)
- Adaptive cruise control: Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go → Adaptive Cruise Control (3.6R Touring, 2.5i Touring)
2019 Outback trims
| 2.5i Limited | 2.5i Touring | 3.6R Limited | 3.6R Touring | Base | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||||
| Starting MSRP | $32,845 | $36,795 | $34,995 | $38,995 | $26,345 | $28,445 |
| Powertrain | ||||||
| Engine | 2.5-liter DOHC SUBARU BOXER engine | 2.5-liter DOHC SUBARU BOXER engine | 3.6-liter DOHC SUBARU BOXER engine | 3.6-liter DOHC SUBARU BOXER engine | 2.5-liter DOHC SUBARU BOXER engine | 2.5-liter DOHC SUBARU BOXER engine |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 175 hp | 256 hp | 256 hp | 175 hp | 175 hp |
| Torque | 174 lb-ft | 174 lb-ft | 247 lb-ft | 247 lb-ft | 174 lb-ft | 174 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic High-Torque CVT | Lineartronic High-Torque CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT |
| Drivetrain | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 2,700 lb | 2,700 lb | 2,700 lb | 2,700 lb | 2,700 lb | 2,700 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 35.5 cu ft | 35.5 cu ft | 35.5 cu ft | 35.5 cu ft | 35.5 cu ft | 35.5 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 73.3 cu ft | 73.3 cu ft | 73.3 cu ft | 73.3 cu ft | 73.3 cu ft | 73.3 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 189.9 in | 189.9 in | 189.9 in | 189.9 in | 189.9 in |
| Curb weight | 3,686 lb | 3,726 lb | 3,865 lb | 3,902 lb | 3,624 lb | 3,644 lb |
| Tech | ||||||
| Touchscreen | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in | 6.5 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Digital gauge cluster | 5 in | 5 in | 5 in | 5 in | 5 in | 5 in |
| Audio | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | — | — |
| Speakers | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 4 | 6 |
| Driver assistance | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Lane keeping | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | — | Optional |
| Automatic emergency braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | Optional |
| Comfort | ||||||
| Seats | Leather + option | Leather + option | Leather + option | Leather + option | Cloth + option | Cloth + option |
| Heated seats | Front, Second Row | Front, Second Row | Front, Second Row | Front, Second Row | — | Front |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | — | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Sunroof | Optional | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Optional | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | Optional |
| Power liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate | — | Optional |
| Wheels | 18 in | 18 in | 18 in | 18 in | 17 in | 17 in |
| Headlights | Halogen | — | — | — | Halogen | Halogen |
Packages and options (19)
| 2.5i Limited | 2.5i Touring | 3.6R Limited | 3.6R Touring | Base | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moonroof, Navigation, High Beam Assist, Reverse Automatic Braking and LED Steering Responsive Headlights Package $2,150 | Optional | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Power Rear Gate and Turn Signal Side Mirrors Package $1,100 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Moonroof, Navigation, Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, High Beam Assist, Power Rear Gate and Turn Signal Side Mirrors Package $2,945 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Abyss Blue Pearl | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Cinnamon Brown Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crimson Red Pearl | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Crystal Black Silica | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crystal White Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ice Silver Metallic | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Magnetite Gray Metallic | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Tungsten Metallic | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Wilderness Green Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Java Brown Leather | — | Optional | — | Optional | — | — |
| Slate Black Cloth | — | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Slate Black Leather | Optional | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Titanium Gray Cloth | — | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Titanium Gray Leather | Optional | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Warm Ivory Cloth | — | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Warm Ivory Leather | Optional | — | Optional | — | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Outback 2018–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | SUBARU OUTBACK SUV N/A AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 16 |
| 2026 | SUBARU OUTBACK WILDERNESS SUV N/A AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 11 |
| 2025 | Subaru Outback SW AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 81 |
| 2025 | Subaru Outback Wilderness SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 81 |
| 2024 | Subaru Outback SW AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 101 |
| 2024 | Subaru Outback Wilderness SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 95 |
| 2023 | Subaru Outback SW AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 89 |
| 2023 | Subaru Outback Wilderness SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 5 |
| 2022 | Subaru Outback SW AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 464 |
| 2021 | Subaru Outback SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 296 |
| 2020 | Subaru Outback SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 6 | 899 |
| 2019 | Subaru Outback SW AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 1034 |
| 2018 | Subaru Outback SW AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 812 |
| 2017 | Subaru Outback SW AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 4 | 917 |
| 2016 | Subaru Outback SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 4 | 642 |
| 2015 | Subaru Outback SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 5 | 509 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
24–27 |
| 2026 | Outback Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2025 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
25–28 |
| 2025 | Outback Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2024 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
25–28 |
| 2024 | Outback Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2023 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
25–28 |
| 2023 | Outback Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2022 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
26–29 |
| 2022 | Outback Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2021 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
26–29 |
| 2020 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo |
26–29 |
| 2019 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L |
22–28 |
| 2018 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L |
22–28 |
| 2017 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L |
22–28 |
| 2016 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L |
22–28 |
| 2015 | Outback AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L |
22–28 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.