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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.

2025 Subaru Outback
The Next-Generation 2025 Subaru Outback Announcement And What’s Coming
By Denis Flierl on
When will Subaru announce the next-generation 2025 Subaru Outback? It's coming next, and here is what I know.
2024 Subaru Outback
6 Easy Tips To Winterize Your Subaru All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Now
By Denis Flierl on
Here are the best tips to prepare your Subaru all-wheel-drive vehicle for winter. Check out six easy tips to prepare for cold and severe weather driving.
2024 Subaru Outback, 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
Consumer Guide Says Two Subaru Models Are Now Your Best Buy Picks
By Denis Flierl on
Meet the 2024 Consumer Guide Best Buys. Subaru has two top picks in the Subcompact Crossover and Midsize Car categories. Check out why the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and 2024 Subaru Outback are your top picks now.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek X-Mode
What The X In Subaru's X-Mode Really Stands For
By Denis Flierl on
How do the Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek relieve stress? There's a new X stress-relieving mode, and you may not know about it. Check it out and have fun.
2024 Subaru models
Don’t Take Consumer Reports’ Advice For Your Subaru’s Oil
By Denis Flierl on
What is the best oil for your newer Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, or other model? Don't take Consumer Reports' advice if you want your engine to last the longest.
2019 -2021 Subaru vehicles
New Subaru Lawsuit Claims Vehicles Have Thermal Control Valve Failure Defect
By Denis Flierl on
A new lawsuit against Subaru alleges some Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, and Legacy models have a thermal control valve failure defect. See if your vehicle is affected.
2024 Subaru Forester, Outback, Ascent
CR’s 14 Best SUVs Under $40K And Subaru’s 3 Top Picks
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best 2024 model-year SUVs you can buy for under $40,000? The 2024 Subaru Forester, 2024 Subaru Outback, and 2024 Subaru Ascent are among the best new picks by Consumer Reports. Check out the top fourteen best SUVs.
2021-2023 Subaru Outback
New Subaru Recall Alert - 96,000 Models Have Defective Backup Lights And Rearview Camera
By Denis Flierl on
There is a new Subaru recall alert. Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, and Legacy models are affected. See if your model year is on the list.
2024 Subaru Outback
20 Top Snow Driving Tips For Subaru Owners
By Denis Flierl on
Here are twenty of the top snow-driving tips to help keep Subaru owners safe this winter. Go down the list and see if you are doing them.
2024 Subaru Outback
Subaru Outback Takes A Back Seat To Forester And Crosstrek
By Denis Flierl on
The Subaru Outback is still the number one selling model for Subaru of America, but it's losing ground. Outback takes a back seat to Forester and Crosstrek. Check out the recent results.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
The 5 Most Reliable Car Brands - Subaru Misses Out At 6th Best
By Denis Flierl on
What are the most reliable car brands for 2024? Consumer reports says Subaru misses the top five and is the sixth best now. Check the new ranking here.
2024 Subaru Forester and 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
Enthusiasm For Two Subaru Vehicles Catapults The Brand Up And Up
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru just extended their consecutive monthly sales increase to sixteen. See which is the hottest model again.
2024 Subaru Forester
Consumer Reports Reveals Subaru’s Best And Worst Models For Reliability
By Denis Flierl on
Which Subaru models are the most and least reliable? Consumer Reports released its latest findings for all Subaru models. Check the results here.
All-new 2024 Subaru models
6 New Subaru Models Are Coming In 2024
By Denis Flierl on
Which new Subaru models can customers expect to see in 2024? There are six new models, and you may be interested in one of them.
2024 Subaru Forester
The More Things Change For Subaru The More They Stay The Same
By Denis Flierl on
How easy will it be to get a 2024 Subaru Forester and 2024 Subaru Crosstrek? It may be more challenging at the end of the year. Some models will be more plentiful.
2024 Subaru Outback driving
The 13 Safest Car Brands - Subaru Is Only 6th Best
By Denis Flierl on
Which automakers make the safest cars? Subaru is considered a top safety car brand but only ranks sixth-best in a new report. Check out the leading automakers.
2024 Subaru success
6 Subaru Only Traits And How It Will Maintain Its Unlikely Success
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru has had unlikely success, but can they keep it going? Here's the Subaru plan and why it differs from your average automaker.
2024 Subaru Outback, 2024 Subaru Forester
The Best New Cars And SUVs Under $30,000 And Subaru's Two Standout Picks
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best new cars and SUVs for 2024? Check out two top Subaru SUVs that customers should have on their shopping list.
2024 Subaru Forester, Legacy, Outback
Vehicles To Take You 250,000 Miles And Beyond And Subaru’s 3 Road Warriors
By Denis Flierl on
Which vehicles will last the longest? Check out the list here and Subaru's three road warriors that go 250,000 miles and beyond.
2024 Subaru Crosstrek
6 Questions Looming Large Over Subaru Right Now
By Denis Flierl on
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, and Forester are the brand's top-selling models, but there are questions about future models. Here are five questions that loom large for the Japanese automaker.
2024 Subaru Forester in the snow
7 Subaru Winter Driving Features And One That's Still Missing On Many Models
By Denis Flierl on
Check out Subaru's cold weather features that make winter driving more comfortable. And there's one feature many Subaru owners want but can't get on many models. 
2024 Subaru SUVs
Subaru’s SUV Owners Send A Message
By Denis Flierl on
Which automaker has the most loyal SUV customers? According to the 2023 J.D. Power U.S. Automotive Brand Loyalty Study, Subaru is the best-ranked for its SUVs. Check out the top car brands in customer loyalty.
2024 Subaru Outback
The Best And Worst New Subaru Outback Features
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best and worst new 2024 Subaru Outback features? There is one that customers loathe and one they love.
2023 Subaru Solterra
4 Subaru Models Are Popular, But One Is Too Hot To Touch
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru has four of the top thirty most researched new models, all SUVs. Check out the four top picks and which is far and away the most popular now. Which model would you choose?
2024 Subaru Outback
Updated: Consumer Reports Best Snow Tires For Your Subaru This Winter
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best winter and snow tires for the Outback, Crosstrek, Forester, or other Subaru all-wheel-drive models? Here are the best tires recommended by Consumer Reports this winter.
2024 Subaru Outback 11.6-inch touchscreen
The 6 Most-Asked, Burning Questions By New Subaru Owners With Answers
By Denis Flierl on
Here are six of the most asked questions by new owners of the Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, Forester, and other new models with the new 11.6-inch touchscreen display. We will provide the answers to your most burning questions.
2024 Subaru AWD lineup
The Up To Date New Winners And Losers In Subaru’s AWD Lineup
By Denis Flierl on
Which are the top-performing models for Subaru of America? Here is the latest report on Subaru's hot and cold models.
2024 Subaru Outback
The New Subaru Outback Feature Owners Dislike The Most And How To Turn It Off
By Denis Flierl on
There is one new Subaru Outback feature that owners despise. See what it is and how to turn it off.
Subaru models
Subaru's Best CPO Value SUV Brand Award And The 3 Top Model Picks For Customers
By Denis Flierl on
Vincentric says Subaru is the best CPO Value SUV Brand, and three Subaru models are the best in the segment. See which models are the best and what it means for SUV and car shoppers.
2024 Subaru Outback
Subaru Outback Isn’t Even Close To The Hot Forester
By Denis Flierl on
The Outback is a top pick by many customers, but the midsize SUV is far from what the hot Subaru Forester compact SUV did last month. Check it out, and some exciting news that's coming soon.
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