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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.

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The 3 Things This Holiday Season Only Subaru Owners Are Thankful For
By Denis Flierl on
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. What are three things that Subaru owners are thankful for? They are all about the best things in life and what the automaker is known for.
2023 Subaru Outback
CR’s 11 Most-Reliable Midsize SUVs - Why The New Subaru Outback Gets Cut
By Denis Flierl on
Is the newly-remodeled 2023 Subaru Outback a reliable midsize SUV? The Outback fails to make the list of Consumer Reports' most reliable new 2-Row SUVs. Is there a problem?
2023 Subaru Outback
US News Best AWD Cars - Subaru Outback Isn’t A Sedan, But It’s Too Good To Leave Off
By Denis Flierl on
With winter coming, what are the best all-wheel-drive cars? Check out the ten best all-wheel-drive sedans from U.S. News and why, even though the 2023 Subaru Outback is a wagon/crossover, they couldn't leave it off the list.
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CR's 8 Best SUVs Under $40,000 - Why The 2023 Subaru Outback Slips To 2nd
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best 2023 model-year SUVs you can buy under $40,000? The 2023 Subaru Outback is Consumer Reports 2nd-best pick in the 2-Row category. Check out what sets it apart from the competition and why the Outback slips to second place.
2023 Subaru Outback
KBB’s 12 Best Holiday Road Trip Cars - One Feature Makes 2023 Subaru Outback The Top Pick
By Denis Flierl on
Is the 2023 Subaru Outback a good vehicle for a holiday road trip? See why Kelley Blue Book says it's the sixth-best model. There's one feature that makes it the best.
2023 Subaru Outback Vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee
CR Says To Avoid The Jeep Grand Cherokee And Buy The Subaru Outback Instead
By Denis Flierl on
Is the 2023 Subaru Outback a good choice for SUV shoppers? Consumer Reports says you should buy the Outback, and it's a better choice than the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. See why Outback is the best pick now.
2023 Subaru Best CPO SUV Brand
Vincentric Picks Subaru As The Best CPO Value SUV Brand With 3 Hot Models
By Denis Flierl on
Vincentric says Subaru is the best CPO Value SUV Brand and the Subaru Outback, Crosstrek, and Legacy are the best in the segment. See what it means for SUV and car shoppers.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek
J.D. Power Says Subaru Is Now 3rd Best In New Customer Satisfaction Study
By Denis Flierl on
How is Subaru doing with customer satisfaction compared with other automakers? Buyers of the Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, and other new models score Subaru higher than all but two mainstream car brands. Check out the scores here.
2023 Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek
The 10 Hardest To Find SUVs This Winter - 3 New Subaru Models Top The List
By Denis Flierl on
Are you shopping for a new 2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek? Check out the ten hardest-to-find new SUVs before you go to the car dealer this winter.
2023 Subaru winter driving
10 Winter Driving Tips And Why Having An AWD Subaru Doesn’t Guarantee Safety
By Denis Flierl on
You purchased an all-wheel-drive Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, Outback, or Ascent for its all-weather performance, but it doesn't guarantee you will arrive safely. Here are ten winter driving tips that could keep you out of the ditch.
2023 Subaru models customers pick
The 10 Cars Brands You Pick First - Why Subaru Is Now In Last Place
By Denis Flierl on
Which car brands do new car shoppers pick first? An updated Kelley Blue Book report says that Subaru is still 10th overall and why they can't move up.
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Subaru’s 9 Top Safety Picks And What It Means For New Car Shoppers
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announced today it has nine Top Safety Pick+ awards. What does it mean for customers buying a new 2023 model-year Subaru?
2023 Subaru Forester, 2023 Crosstrek, 2023 Outback
The 2023 Subaru Model Outlook And What Customers Should Know Before You Buy
By Denis Flierl on
There is good news and bad news for new car shoppers looking to buy a 2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, or other models. See what the 2023 forecast is and how it affects customers now.
2023 Subaru Outback best in snow
Subaru Outback Blows Away Competition For Best Small SUV In Snow This Winter
By Denis Flierl on
Which Subaru model is the best all-wheel-drive vehicle for winter commutes? A new iSeeCars report says the 2023 Subaru Outback is the best small SUV for winter driving this year. Check out the latest news here.
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You Like The New Subaru Outback - There's One Model You Love More
By Denis Flierl on
Sales of the 2023 Subaru Outback were up sharply in October, and customers responded well to the newly-remodeled midsize SUV. But there is one hot model customers love more. Here's what customers should know if they shop for a new midsize SUV.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek, 2023 Outback, 2023 Forester
Subaru Is Up Again? 2 New SUVs Keep The Good Times Rolling, And One Is Back
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru of America reported sales are up again. Check out Subaru's top three SUVs that keep the good times rolling and one performance model that keeps dropping.
2023 Subaru reliability
Which New Subaru Model Is The Best Overall? The Complete Ranking Is Here
By Denis Flierl on
Which 2023 Subaru model is the best for reliability, safety, and offers the best value? Check out the complete scores from iSeeCars here.
2023 Subaru Outback
Subaru Is 3rd Best In Customer Loyalty But Not Everyone Loves The New Outback
By Denis Flierl on
Which car brands have the most loyal customers? Subaru ranks in the top five automakers but is failing some loyal customers in one area. Here’s why not everyone loves the newly-redesigned 2023 Outback.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek
New Vs. Used - The 3-Year-Old Used Subaru SUVs That Are No Longer Affordable
By Denis Flierl on
Should you buy a used Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, or Outback? A new report says you should avoid purchasing a 3-year-old-model. One used Subaru model will cost nearly $2,000 more than a new vehicle. Check out the latest information here.
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Still Waiting For Your 2023 Subaru Outback? New Stop Sale Update
By Denis Flierl on
If you ordered a newly-remodeled 2023 Subaru Outback or 2023 Legacy, there is a stop sale on all vehicles. If your new model has arrived for pick up, here is when Subaru retailers will have the parts and when you can take your new car home.
2023 Subaru Outback, Forester snow
7 Best SUVs Under $35K For Snow - KBB Says Subaru Outback Is The Top Pick
By Denis Flierl on
What are the best SUVs under $35,000 for driving in the snow? Here are the seven best new model offerings with the best value and safety features you can buy today. See why Kelley Blue Book says the 2022 Subaru Outback is the top overall choice for new SUV shoppers.
2023 Subaru Outback snow
The 10 Best Cars For Winter Driving - 2 Subaru SUVs And One Unlikely Model
By Denis Flierl on
Who makes the best all-wheel-drive vehicles for winter driving? A new U.S. News ranking says Subaru has more models on the list than any automaker. Check out the top ten picks.
2023 Subaru lineup
Subaru Gets 3 Big Hits And A Few Strike Outs For New Models This Year
By Denis Flierl on
The 2023 Subaru Outback, 2023 Ascent, and 2023 Legacy are big hits for the new model year. But the automaker struck out with some models. Here is what's coming for U.S. customers.
2023 Subaru Outback, Legacy, 2022 WRX
3 More New Subaru Models Are Picked By IIHS For Top Safety Pick Plus Awards
By Denis Flierl on
Does Subaru make the safest new cars? The 2023 Outback, 2023 Legacy, and 2022 WRX earn the highest Safety Pick+ award from the IIHS.
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Why You Should Wait For A New Subaru SUV And Not Buy A 3-Year-Old Model Now
By Denis Flierl on
Should you buy a used Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru Forester, or Subaru Outback? A new report says it's cheaper to buy a new model than a used one.
2023 Subaru Forester, 2023 Subaru Outback
30 Vehicles You Choose Most - Subaru Forester, Outback Are Near The Bottom
By Denis Flierl on
Americans have about 275 vehicles to choose from. The Subaru Forester and Outback are on the most chosen list but are near the bottom. Here are the 30 models new car shoppers choose most now.
Subaru’s new 2023 model inventory
Subaru’s New Model Inventory Improves But It’s Still Worst In The U.S.
By Denis Flierl on
When will the 2023 Crosstrek, Outback, Forester, and other new Subaru model inventory improve? See how much it's up over the last month and why the automaker still ranks last.
2023 Subaru Forester, 2023 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Outback
New Model Ratings By Consumer Reports - One Subaru SUV Gets The Top Score
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru released a Consumer Reports ranking of its most popular models, the 2023 Crosstrek, 2022 Outback, and 2023 Forester. Check out which SUV gets the highest scores.
2023 Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, Outback Overlanding
6 Must-Know Overlanding Tips From Experienced Subaru Owners
By Denis Flierl on
The 2023 Forester, Crosstrek, and Outback are the most popular Subaru models with off-road enthusiasts who get further off the grid. Check out six tips that will make your Overlanding experience the best.
2023 Subaru winter and snow tires
CR Says These Are The Best Snow Tires For Your AWD Subaru This Winter
By Denis Flierl on
What are the highest-rated winter/snow tires for a 2023 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, or another Subaru model year? Check out Consumer Report's recommended tires with the best cold-weather grip here.
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