2023 Subaru Outback Reviews

About the Subaru Outback

Last updated Feb 18, 2025

The 2023 Subaru Outback is a large SUV offered in a 5D station wagon body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $39,990 for the Base variant and topping out at $49,790 for the Touring.

There are 4 variants of the Outback available in Australia and this generation went on sale in December of 2021.

The Subaru Outback is only available with an null motor that produces 138kW and 245Nm of torque. All variants feature four-wheel drive.

The 2022 Outback was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

CarExpert Rating

Very Good

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

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Subaru Outback News

Jack Quick

Multiple Subaru models recalled

28 examples of the Subaru Crosstrek, Forester and Outback are being recalled to fix a problem that may cause the front driveshaft to crack.

2 Years Ago

Scott Collie

Subaru Outback recalled

Subaru's Outback wagon has been recalled to fix a problem with the CVT inhibitor switch, which can make the reverse lamps not function correctly.

2 Years Ago

Study reveals electric cars are getting more affordable

Jade Credentino

Study reveals electric cars are getting more affordable

The BYD Atto 3 and GWM Ora are among the cheapest vehicles in their segments to run in Australia according to an RACQ study.

2 Years Ago

Study reveals best cars for buyers on a budget

Jade Credentino

Study reveals best cars for buyers on a budget

The RACV has conducted a study to find the most affordable cars to run, with the MG 3 crowned the winner for the third year in a row.

2 Years Ago

How much of a boost has a turbo given Subaru Outback sales?

James Wong

How much of a boost has a turbo given Subaru Outback sales?

Sales of the Subaru Outback have been boosted with the addition of turbo XT variants, with the brand's local boss quoting 30-35 per cent sales share.

2 Years Ago

More rugged Subaru Crosstrek 'in the pipeline'

James Wong

More rugged Subaru Crosstrek 'in the pipeline'

Subaru's range of more capable Wilderness models – including Crosstrek, Forester and Outback – are edging closer to sign-off for Australia.

2 Years Ago

Subaru celebrates 50 years with fleet of special editions

Jade Credentino

Subaru celebrates 50 years with fleet of special editions

Subaru Australia is celebrating 50 years Down Under with a range of special edition Forester, Outback and WRX models.

2 Years Ago

Jack Quick

Which Subarus are in stock now?

This is your one-stop-shop to know how long you will be waiting to take delivery of a brand-new Subaru at the moment.

2 Years Ago

Podcast: Ora Sport, Outback Turbo reviews

James Wong

Podcast: Ora Sport, Outback Turbo reviews

The CarExpert team is back for another week of podcasting, looking at the topics that made car news over the past week.

2 Years Ago

Subaru Forester, Outback Wilderness closer to Australian launch

William Stopford

Subaru Forester, Outback Wilderness closer to Australian launch

Subaru Australia says talks to bring the more rugged Outback Wilderness and Forester Wilderness here are "fairly advanced".

2 Years Ago

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Jack Quick

Very Good

2024 Subaru Outback review

The Subaru Outback will soon be the only lifted wagon in its segment. Does it still make sense with the less powerful, atmo engine?

2 Years Ago

2023 Subaru Outback AWD Touring XT review

James Wong

Very Good

2023 Subaru Outback AWD Touring XT review

The luxurious Outback Touring is as compelling as ever with the recently introduced turbocharged drivetrain. It's a little thirsty, though.

2 Years Ago

Scott Collie

Very Good

2023 Subaru Outback review

Subaru has added a new, headline-grabbing turbo model to the Outback range, but it's also polished the existing line-up for 2023.

2 Years Ago

William Stopford

Very Good

2023 Subaru Outback XT review

The sixth-generation Subaru Outback finally gets what it should have had all along in Australia: a more powerful turbocharged engine option.

2 Years Ago

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2023 Subaru Outback Price

Base

Configuration	Price From*
2.5L, Automatic, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, 4x4	$39,990

Premium Special Edition

Configuration	Price From*
2.5L, Automatic, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, 4x4	$44,190

Sport

Configuration	Price From*
2.5L, Automatic, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, 4x4	$44,490

Touring

Configuration	Price From*
2.5L, Automatic, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, 4x4	$47,790

*excl. on-roads

All Subaru Outback Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2025	$42,690	$57,490
2024	$42,690	$57,490
2023	$39,990	$49,790
2022	$39,990	$49,790
2021	$37,440	$50,440

*excl. on-roads

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2023 Subaru Outback Specs

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Base

Air conditioning
- Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
- Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
Airbags
- Number Of: 8
Anti collision system
- Activates Brake Lights
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Brakes At Low Speed: Front And Rear
- Driver Monitor
- Operates Above 50 Kph/30 Mph
- Operates Below 50 Kph/30 Mph
- Pedestrian & Cyclist Avoidance System
- Visual/acoustic Warning
Audio system
- Audio Player Reads Mp3
- Colour Screen
- Digital Radio
- Radio: Am/fm
- Touch Screen
Autonomous drive
- Active Lane Control
- Highway Assist
- Level: 2 - Partial Automation
- Traffic Sign Response
Black trim
- Around Side Windows
Blind spot monitor
- Active Without Turn Signal
- Buzzer
- Manufacturer's Code: Blind Spot Monitoring (bsm)
Bluetooth
- Includes Music Streaming
- Includes Phone Control
Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
- Type: Flexible
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
- Usb Connection Front
- Total Number Of Usb Connections Front: 2
Cruise control
- Adaptive Cruise Control (acc)
- Stop/go Function: Stop & Go
Display screen
- Orientation: Fixed
- Screen Size (in): 11.60
- Touch Screen
Door mirrors/cameras
- Colour: Painted
- Indicator Lights
- Type: Electrically Adjustable
Driver modes
- Includes Engine Mapping
- Includes Stability Control
- Includes Traction Control
Electrical system
- Voltage (v): 12
Front seat
- Electrically Adjustable
- Height Type: Electric
- Lumbar Type: Electric
- Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 4
- Reach Type: Electric
- Reclining Type: Electric
- Type: Sports
Head rests
- Number: 3
Headlight control
- Dusk Sensor
- Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
- Bulb Type (high Beam): Halogen
- Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
- Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Internal dimensions
- Headroom Front (in): 40.8
- Headroom Front: 1036
- Headroom Rear (in): 39.3
- Headroom Rear: 999
- Hip Room Front (in): 54.5
- Hip Room Front: 1384
- Hip Room Rear (in): 53.9
- Hip Room Rear: 1370
- Leg Room Front (in): 43.0
- Leg Room Front: 1091
- Leg Room Rear (in): 37.8
- Leg Room Rear: 960
- Shoulder Room Front (in): 56.3
- Shoulder Room Front: 1430
- Shoulder Room Rear (in): 56.1
- Shoulder Room Rear: 1426
Lane departure warning
- Activates Steering
- Maximum Speed Kph For Operation: 160
- Maximum Speed Mph For Operation: 100
Luxury trim
- On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
- On Dash: Alloy Look
- On Doors: Alloy Look
- On Gear Selector: Leather
- On Handbrake Grip: None
Media control
- Touch Screen
Mobile Integration
- Android Auto
- Apple Carplay
Paint
- Type: Mica
Parking distance system
- Type: Camera
Power locks
- Operation: Card Key
Power steering
- Vehicle Speed Proportional
Rear cross traffic collision avoidance
- Type: Sensor
Rear door
- Type: Lifting Gate
Rear seats
- Folding: 40/60
- Reclining Type: Manual
- Remote Folding
- Seating Capacity: 3
- Type: Bench
Rear window
- Type: Fixed
- Wipers: Intermittent
Remote audio controls
- Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Roof rails
- Cross Bars: Fixed
Seat upholstery
- Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Seating Configuration: 2+3
Smart card / smart key
- Includes Keyless Entry
- Includes Keyless Start
- Type: Automatic
Spare wheel
- Rim Type: Alloy
- Type: Fullsize
Speakers
- Number Of: 6
Steering wheel
- Height Adjustment
- Multi-function
- Telescopic Adjustment
- Type: Leather Covered
Suspension levelling
- Operation: Automatic
Terrain type selection
- Includes Tr/esp Adjustment
USB charging port
- Number: 2
Vanity mirror
- Illuminated
Ventilation system
- Digital Display
- Engine Heater
- Heater Type: Combustion
- Touch Screen Controls
Voice activating system
- Includes Air Conditioning
- Includes Audio Player
- Includes Phone Functions
- Virtual Assistant: Other
Warranty anti-corrosion
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Warranty powertrain - OEM
- Distance (km): Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Warranty powertrain - Total
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Warranty roadside assistance
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 12
Warranty whole vehicle - OEM
- Distance (km): Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Warranty whole vehicle - Total
- Distance: Unlimited Km
- Duration (months): 60
Windscreen wipers
- Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
- Rain Sensor

Premium Special Edition

Adds to Base:

Automatic door pull shut
- Rear Boot/hatch
Front seat
- Heated
Navigational systems
- Controls: Touch Screen
- Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Screen Size (in): 11.60
- Traffic Info
- Traffic Info Months Of Subscription: 36
Paint
- Type: Pearl
Rear door
- Hands-free Release
Rear seats
- Heated

Removes from Base:

Paint
- Type: Mica

Sport

Adds to Premium Special Edition:

Door mirrors/cameras
- Heated
Headlight control
- Active High Beam
- Directional Headlights
Headlights
- Bulb Type (high Beam): Led
- Bulb Type (low Beam): Led
Luxury trim
- On Dash: Piano Black
- On Doors: Piano Black
Paint
- Type: Mica
Rear view mirror/camera
- Auto-dimming
Voice activating system
- Includes Navigation System

Removes from Premium Special Edition:

Black trim
- Around Side Windows
Headlights
- Bulb Type (high Beam): Halogen
- Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
Luxury trim
- On Dash: Alloy Look
- On Doors: Alloy Look
Paint
- Type: Pearl
Rear seats
- Heated
Roof rails
- Cross Bars: Fixed

Touring

Adds to Sport:

Audio system
- Disc Stacker
- Disc Stacker Capacity: 1
- In-dash Cd
Black trim
- Around Side Windows
Disc stacker
- Capacity: 1
- Media Type: Cd
Front seat
- Thigh Support Type: Manual
- Ventilated
Memorized adjustment
- Door Mirror Position
Roof rails
- Cross Bars: Fixed
Seat upholstery
- Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
- Main Seat Material: Leather
Smart card / smart key
- Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
Speakers
- Brand Name: Harman/kardon
- Number Of: 9
- Subwoofer
Steering wheel
- Heated
Sunroof
- Operation: Electric
- Type: Glass

Removes from Sport:

Seat upholstery
- Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Main Seat Material: Cloth
Speakers
- Number Of: 6

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New Subaru Outback deals

Subaru EOFY Outback Sale

Combo deal

The Subaru EOFY Sale is on - and now’s the time to get behind the wheel of a Subaru Outback. For a limited time only, when you purchase a new or demonstrator Subaru Outback, you’ll receive 5 years of complimentary Roadside Assistance¹ and a $2,000 Factory Bonus². Whether you're chasing the horizon or navigating the everyday, a Subaru is ready to take you there. With this limited-time offer, there’s never been a better time to begin your journey.

Subaru EOFY Outback Sale

Combo deal

The Subaru EOFY Sale is on - and now’s the time to get behind the wheel of a Subaru Outback. For a limited time only, when you purchase a new or demonstrator Subaru Outback, you’ll receive 5 years of complimentary Roadside Assistance¹ and a $2,000 Factory Bonus². Whether you're chasing the horizon or navigating the everyday, a Subaru is ready to take you there. With this limited-time offer, there’s never been a better time to begin your journey.

Subaru EOFY Outback Sale

Combo deal

The Subaru EOFY Sale is on - and now’s the time to get behind the wheel of a Subaru Outback. For a limited time only, when you purchase a new or demonstrator Subaru Outback, you’ll receive 5 years of complimentary Roadside Assistance¹ and a $2,000 Factory Bonus². Whether you're chasing the horizon or navigating the everyday, a Subaru is ready to take you there. With this limited-time offer, there’s never been a better time to begin your journey.

Subaru EOFY Outback Sale

Combo deal

The Subaru EOFY Sale is on - and now’s the time to get behind the wheel of a Subaru Outback. For a limited time only, when you purchase a new or demonstrator Subaru Outback, you’ll receive 5 years of complimentary Roadside Assistance¹ and a $2,000 Factory Bonus². Whether you're chasing the horizon or navigating the everyday, a Subaru is ready to take you there. With this limited-time offer, there’s never been a better time to begin your journey.

Subaru EOFY Outback Sale

Combo deal

The Subaru EOFY Sale is on - and now’s the time to get behind the wheel of a Subaru Outback. For a limited time only, when you purchase a new or demonstrator Subaru Outback, you’ll receive 5 years of complimentary Roadside Assistance¹ and a $2,000 Factory Bonus². Whether you're chasing the horizon or navigating the everyday, a Subaru is ready to take you there. With this limited-time offer, there’s never been a better time to begin your journey.

Subaru EOFY Outback Sale

Combo deal

The Subaru EOFY Sale is on - and now’s the time to get behind the wheel of a Subaru Outback. For a limited time only, when you purchase a new or demonstrator Subaru Outback, you’ll receive 5 years of complimentary Roadside Assistance¹ and a $2,000 Factory Bonus². Whether you're chasing the horizon or navigating the everyday, a Subaru is ready to take you there. With this limited-time offer, there’s never been a better time to begin your journey.

Subaru EOFY Outback Sale

Combo deal

The Subaru EOFY Sale is on - and now’s the time to get behind the wheel of a Subaru Outback. For a limited time only, when you purchase a new or demonstrator Subaru Outback, you’ll receive 5 years of complimentary Roadside Assistance¹ and a $2,000 Factory Bonus². Whether you're chasing the horizon or navigating the everyday, a Subaru is ready to take you there. With this limited-time offer, there’s never been a better time to begin your journey.