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Compare every Subaru Outback variant sold new in Australia. 10 variants, from $48,990 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the Subaru Australian website and updated weekly. This page also covers 20 previous-generation variants, kept for used-buyer research — their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.
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The 2026 Subaru Outback AWD is a practical mid-size SUV that suits Australian families needing genuine all-terrain capability and reliable everyday transport, with its standard symmetrical AWD system and 2000kg towing capacity making it equally at home on outback tracks or city school runs. Subaru's standout strength here is safety and peace of mind-it's achieved a 5-star ANCAP rating and comes with a 5-year warranty, backed by modest annual running costs around $3409 and respectable 8.6L/100km fuel economy from its 2.5-litre petrol engine. The one consideration is power delivery: the 137kW/254Nm engine is adequate rather than spirited, so if you prioritise performance over ruggedness, you might find rivals with turbo options more engaging.
Configure the AWDThe 2026 Subaru Outback AWD Touring is a practical mid-size SUV built for Australian families and adventure seekers who value genuine all-wheel drive capability and reliability over cutting-edge performance. Its standout strength is the combination of 2000kg towing capacity, 975-litre boot space, and standard AWD with a proven 2.5-litre petrol engine that delivers 254Nm of torque-making it genuinely versatile for both daily duties and weekend escapes. One thing to consider: the CVT transmission, while fuel-efficient at 8.6L/100km, may feel less responsive than conventional automatics if spirited driving appeals to you, and running costs of approximately $3409 annually should factor into your ownership budget.
Configure the AWD TouringThe 2026 Subaru Outback AWD Wilderness is a rugged mid-size SUV that suits Australian families seeking genuine off-road capability without sacrificing everyday practicality, offering 2000kg towing capacity and 975-litre boot space. Its standout strength is the symmetrical full-time AWD system paired with a responsive 2.4-litre petrol engine delivering 194kW and 376Nm, providing confident performance on both sealed roads and unsealed tracks. One thing to consider: the CVT transmission and naturally-aspirated engine mean real-world fuel consumption can exceed the 8.6L/100km claim, particularly when towing, so factor running costs carefully into your budget.
Configure the AWD WildernessThe 2026 Subaru Outback AWD Wilderness Apex is a capable five-seat SUV powered by a 2.4-litre petrol engine delivering 194kW and 376Nm, suited to Australian families wanting genuine all-terrain ability with a 2000kg towing capacity and impressive 975-litre boot space. Its standout strength is the combination of five-star ANCAP safety credentials and Subaru's legendary AWD system, making it genuinely capable on unsealed roads and unpredictable conditions whilst keeping occupants protected. The key consideration is fuel consumption of 8.6L/100km with a CVT transmission-acceptable for the class, though CVTs can feel less responsive than traditional automatics if spirited driving appeals to you.
Configure the AWD Wilderness ApexThe Subaru Outback AWD Touring of this generation uses the naturally aspirated 2.5-litre horizontally-opposed Boxer four, 138kW and 245Nm, through a Lineartronic CVT and Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Subaru Australia lists 7.3L/100km combined and 168g/km on ADR 81/02, a 1661kg tare mass, 213mm of ground clearance and 2000kg braked towing. Boot space is 522 litres with the rear seats up and 1,267 with them folded. Subaru publishes tare mass and no GVM or payload for the Outback, so those are not listed here.
Configure the AWD TouringThe Subaru Outback AWD Sport XT of this generation uses the turbocharged 2.4-litre horizontally-opposed Boxer four, 183kW and 350Nm, through a Lineartronic CVT and Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Subaru Australia lists 9.0L/100km combined and 204g/km on ADR 81/02, a 1703kg tare mass, 213mm of ground clearance and 2400kg braked towing. Boot space is 522 litres with the rear seats up and 1,267 with them folded. Subaru publishes tare mass and no GVM or payload for the Outback, so those are not listed here.
Configure the AWD Sport XTThe Subaru Outback AWD of this generation uses the naturally aspirated 2.5-litre horizontally-opposed Boxer four, 138kW and 245Nm, through a Lineartronic CVT and Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Subaru Australia lists 7.3L/100km combined and 168g/km on ADR 81/02, a 1626kg tare mass, 213mm of ground clearance and 2000kg braked towing. Boot space is 522 litres with the rear seats up and 1,267 with them folded. Subaru publishes tare mass and no GVM or payload for the Outback, so those are not listed here.
Configure the AWDThe Subaru Outback AWD Touring XT of this generation uses the turbocharged 2.4-litre horizontally-opposed Boxer four, 183kW and 350Nm, through a Lineartronic CVT and Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Subaru Australia lists 9.0L/100km combined and 204g/km on ADR 81/02, a 1730kg tare mass, 213mm of ground clearance and 2400kg braked towing. Boot space is 522 litres with the rear seats up and 1,267 with them folded. Subaru publishes tare mass and no GVM or payload for the Outback, so those are not listed here.
Configure the AWD Touring XTThe Subaru Outback AWD Sport of this generation uses the naturally aspirated 2.5-litre horizontally-opposed Boxer four, 138kW and 245Nm, through a Lineartronic CVT and Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Subaru Australia lists 7.3L/100km combined and 168g/km on ADR 81/02, a 1629kg tare mass, 213mm of ground clearance and 2000kg braked towing. Boot space is 522 litres with the rear seats up and 1,267 with them folded. Subaru publishes tare mass and no GVM or payload for the Outback, so those are not listed here.
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