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The brand new seventh-generation Subaru Outback is coming to Australia in 2026, bringing extra brutal styling, slight value rises, and new, extra rugged Wilderness variants.
Introduced yesterday, the five-variant Outback vary now begins at $48,990 earlier than on-roads, up $4800 on the outgoing mannequin.
Launching Australia with the arrival of the brand new Outback is Subaru’s beforehand US-only Wilderness sub-brand, designed to carry extra hardcore off-road-focused modifications to the Japanese model’s SUV vary.
Subaru says to think about it just like the enhancements STI brings to efficiency, however for off-roading as an alternative.
Two Wilderness variants might be provided at launch, and with their turbocharged boxer engines, they successfully substitute the turbo XT variants within the outgoing Outback.
The Wilderness vary begins at $59,690 earlier than on-road prices, which is $2200 greater than the outgoing top-spec Outback Touring XT.
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Powering the common Outback is a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder boxer engine with 137kW of energy and 245Nm of torque. These figures are virtually similar to the outgoing mannequin.
The Outback Wilderness, in the meantime, will get the XT’s 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder boxer engine, however in a distinct state of tune. With 194kW of energy and 382Nm of torque, it’s solely 8kW down on the WRX (which has the identical engine), however packs an extra 32Nm of torque.
In comparison with the XT, outputs are up by 11kW and 32Nm, however the introduction of the brand new sub-brand means you’ll now not be capable to get a turbocharged Outback until it’s a Wilderness. It does, nonetheless, obtain adaptive suspension for the primary time, which Subaru says is comparable in design to the adaptive setup within the WRX tS.
As is typical for Subaru, the brand new Outback is obtainable solely with all-wheel-drive, and energy is shipped by means of a repeatedly variable transmission (CVT) with an ‘eight-speed’ guide mode.
Subaru has additionally fitted the brand new Outback with its dual-pinion steering system, already featured on the WRX and Forester. In response to the model, that is meant to supply a pointy, sporty really feel with improved response.
Inside, there’s a brand new 12.3-inch customisable digital instrument cluster, fitted as commonplace throughout the Outback vary. Gone is the 11.6-inch vertical infotainment system from the earlier technology, changed by a 12.1-inch, almost-square unit that sits excessive on the dashboard.
Wi-fi smartphone mirroring is commonplace, and the brand new display screen means the Outback’s local weather management system has returned to a bodily association with buttons and knobs.
The seventh-gen Outback’s native arrival in 2026 follows carefully behind its US counterpart, which is a a lot shorter delay than the almost two-year hole between the US and Australia for the previous-gen mannequin. All Australian-delivered Outbacks will nonetheless be inbuilt Japan.
Pricing
| Mannequin | Worth earlier than on-road prices |
|---|---|
| 2026 Subaru Outback AWD | $48,990 (+$4800) |
| 2026 Subaru Outback AWD Premium | $53,490 (NEW) |
| 2026 Subaru Outback AWD Touring | $56,990 (+$4500) |
| 2026 Subaru Outback AWD Wilderness | $59,690 (NEW) |
| 2026 Subaru Outback AWD Wilderness Apex | $62,490 (NEW) |
Drivetrains and Effectivity
The identical two boxer engines, one naturally aspirated and one turbocharged, have been retained for the 2026 Outback. Whereas outputs are virtually unchanged for the non-turbo unit, the turbo Wilderness delivers 11kW and 32Nm greater than the outgoing Outback XT, however braked towing capability has been lowered by 300kg.
| Specs | Subaru Outback | Subaru Outback Wilderness |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4cyl non-turbo boxer | 2.4L 4cyl turbo-petrol boxer |
| Engine energy | 137kW | 194kW |
| Engine torque | 245Nm | 382Nm |
| Transmission | ‘8-speed’ CVT | ‘8-speed’ CVT |
| Drive sort | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Kerb weight | 1705kg (base) 1732kg (Premium) 1733kg (Touring) |
1781kg (Wilderness) 1802kg (Wilderness Apex) |
| Gasoline economic system (claimed) | 8.1L/100km | 9.7L/100km |
| Gasoline tank capability | 63L | 63L |
| Gasoline requirement | 91-octane common unleaded | 91-octane common unleaded |
| CO2 emissions | 183g/km | 228g/km |
| Unbraked towing capability | 750kg | 750kg |
| Braked towing capability | 2000kg | 2100kg |
Dimensions
The 2026 Outback is bigger in each dimension, most notably in top. This has elevated boot capability by roughly 10 litres with the rear seats up, and roughly 30 litres in seats-down capability when measured to the roof.
| Dimensions | Subaru Outback | Subaru Outback Wilderness |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 4880mm (+10mm) | 4880mm |
| Width | 1880mm (+5mm) | 1880mm |
| Peak | 1715mm (+40mm) | 1735mm |
| Wheelbase | 2745mm | 2745mm |
| Monitor entrance and rear | 1585mm (entrance, +15mm) 1610mm (rear, +10mm) |
1575mm (entrance) 1600mm (rear) |
| Floor clearance | 220mm (+7mm) | 240mm |
| Method angle | – | 20.0º |
| Departure angle | – | 23.6º |
| Ramp breakover angle | – | 21.2º |
| Boot area | 530L (rear seats up) 1211L (rear seats folded, to seatback) |
530L (rear seats up) 1211L (rear seats folded, to seatback) |
The bottom Outback AWD and Wilderness supply 1844 litres of boot area when measured to the roof, whereas the Premium, Touring, and Wilderness Apex supply 1810 litres.
Servicing and Guarantee
Like the broader Subaru Australia lineup, the 2026 Outback is roofed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre guarantee. Capped-price servicing is obtainable for 5 years, although the Wilderness has barely longer service intervals.
| Servicing and Guarantee | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|
| Guarantee | 5 years, limitless kilometres |
| Roadside help | 12 months |
| Service intervals | 12 months or 12,500km (excl. Wilderness) 12 months or 15,000km (Wilderness) |
| Capped-price servicing | 5 years |
Capped-price servicing prices for the Outback vary are detailed under:
| Service | Subaru Outback | Subaru Outback Wilderness |
|---|---|---|
| 12 months, 12,500km (excl. Wilderness) 12 months, 15,000km (Wilderness) |
$347.92 | $347.14 |
| 24 months, 25,000km (excl. Wilderness) 24 months, 30,000km (Wilderness) |
$526.90 | $526.12 |
| 36 months, 37,500km (excl. Wilderness) 36 months, 45,000km (Wilderness) |
$402.89 | $402.11 |
| 48 months, 50,000km (excl. Wilderness) 48 months, 60,000km (Wilderness) |
$702.60 | $701.82 |
| 60 months, 62,500km (excl. Wilderness) 60 months, 75,000km (Wilderness) |
$370.90 | $370.12 |
| Common annual service price | $470.24 | $469.46 |
| Complete capped-price service price | $2351.21 | $2347.31 |
Security
The 2026 Subaru Outback has but to be crash-tested by ANCAP or sister organisation Euro NCAP and is subsequently unrated.
Normal security gear highlights:
- 9 airbags (+1), incl:
- Entrance
- Entrance-side
- Curtain
- Driver’s knee
- Entrance passenger seat cushion
- Far facet (NEW)
- Adaptive cruise management
- Lively torque vectoring
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Driver monitoring system (NEW)
- Lane-keep help
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Reverse parking sensors
- Reversing digicam
- Subaru EyeSight
- Large-angle monocular digicam (NEW)
- Emergency Driving Cease System (NEW)
- Subaru Imaginative and prescient Help
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Reverse AEB
- Entrance-side radar (NEW)
- Site visitors signal recognition
- Tyre stress monitoring
Outback Premium provides:
- Entrance view monitor
- Aspect-view monitor
- Encompass-view digicam
Outback Touring provides:
- Lively lane-change help (NEW)
- Driver monitoring system with auto facet mirror and driver’s seat adjustment (NEW)
The Outback Wilderness shares all the identical security gear as the bottom Outback AWD, whereas the Wilderness Apex provides a surround-view digicam.
Normal Tools
2026 Subaru Outback gear highlights:
- 18-inch alloy wheels (darkish metallic end)
- Full-size spare wheel
- Computerized LED headlights (steering-responsive)
- LED entrance fog lights
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Energy-folding facet mirrors
- Ladder-style roof rails
- Black artificial leather-based upholstery (NEW)
- 8-way energy driver’s seat with lumbar
- Leather-based-wrapped gear selector
- Leather-based-wrapped steering wheel
- Black inside stitching
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster (NEW)
- 12.1-inch infotainment show (NEW)
- Wi-fi Apple CarPlay
- Wi-fi Android Auto
- DAB+ digital radio
- 6-speaker sound system
- 1 x USB-A port
- 1 x USB-C port
- Twin-zone local weather management
- Steering wheel paddles
- Energy tailgate
- X-Mode drive mode
Outback Premium provides:
- Heated steering wheel
- 8-way energy passenger seat
- Heated entrance seats
- Satellite tv for pc navigation
- Electrical sunroof
Outback Touring provides:
- 18-inch alloy wheels (machined gloss end)
- Auto-dipping, auto-folding facet mirrors
- Black Nappa leather-based upholstery (brown non-obligatory)
- Ventilated entrance seats
- Heated rear outboard seats
- 4-way driver’s seat lumbar help
- Driver’s seat place reminiscence
- Silver inside stitching
- Wi-fi cellphone charger
- 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness gear highlights:
- 18-inch alloy wheels (matte black end)
- Distinctive exterior and inside design with Wilderness branding
- Entrance bumper below guard
- Distinctive LED entrance fog lights
- 2100kg braked towing
- 240mm floor clearance
- Adaptive suspension
- Black water-repellent upholstery
- Wilderness embossing on headrests
- 8-way powered driver’s seat with lumbar
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Yellow inside stitching
- “Wilderness theme” digital instrument show
- Wi-fi charger
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- Copper-colour inside and exterior accents
- Twin tailpipes
- X-Mode drive mode (2 modes)
Outback Wilderness Apex provides (over Wilderness):
- Electrical sunroof
- Satellite tv for pc navigation
- 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system
Colors
There are 10 colors accessible throughout the 2026 Subaru Outback vary, although not all are universally accessible.
NOTE: Abroad mannequin pictured. Sensible Bronze Metallic not proven, previous-gen Outback proven for indicative functions right here.
2026 Subaru Outback colors:
- Crystal White Pearl
- Crystal Black Silica
- Ice Silver Metallic – $660
- Magnetite Gray Metallic – $660
- Deep Emerald Pearl – $660 (NEW)
- River Rock Pearl – $660
- Crimson Crimson Pearl – $660
- Sensible Bronze Metallic – $660
- Sapphire Blue Pearl – $660
NOTE: Abroad mannequin pictured.
2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness colors:
- Crystal White Pearl
- Crystal Black Silica
- Ice Silver Metallic – $660
- Magnetite Gray Metallic – $660
- Deep Emerald Pearl – $660
- River Rock Pearl – $660
- Geyser Blue – $660
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