2022 Subaru Outback
Base AWD
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 315.0 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 299.7 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | electronic |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 75.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 32.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 141.5 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | SUBARU STARLINK |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in |
| Overall height | 66.1 in |
| Overall length | 191.3 in |
| Overall width | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2498 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | DOHC 4-cylinder BOXER 2.5-liter |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 182 hp |
| Torque | 176 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.8 in |
| Second-row legroom | 39.5 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 58.1 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 57.4 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion, variable gear ratio |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.1 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson struts with internal rebound springs |
| Rear suspension type | Double wishbone |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/65R17 102H |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.9 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | cvt |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3637 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3637 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety21 std · 2 opt
- Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert optional
- Front seat side pelvis/torso airbags
- Rear Vision Camera with washer
- Side curtain airbags with rollover sensor
- Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbags
- Vehicle Lane Departure and Sway Warning
- Hill Descent Control
- 4-channel / 4-sensor ABS
- Auto Vehicle Hold
- Driver's knee airbag
- Electronic parking brake
- Electronic traction control (TCS)
- EyeSight Assist Monitor (EAM): head-up display with EyeSight warnings and system status on the windshield
- EyeSight Driver Assist Technology with EyeSight Assist Monitor (EAM); system includes Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management, and Vehicle Lane Departure and Sway Warning
- LED headlights (low and high beam) with High Beam Assist and automatic height adjustment
- Passenger seat cushion airbag
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Rollover sensor (part of side curtain airbag system)
- Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS)
- Blind Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert optional
- Security system with engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual tire display
Infotainment5 std · 0 opt
- 3.5mm auxiliary input jack
- Dual 2.1A USB ports in front center console
- SUBARU STARLINK Dual 7.0-inch Multimedia system (upper 7-inch touchscreen audio controls, lower 7-inch screen climate/EyeSight/X-MODE; Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM, STARLINK apps, voice recognition)
- Steering wheel paddle shift control switches
- Tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio, Bluetooth, and cruise control switches
Convenience4 std · 0 opt
- 12v power outlet in glove box
- Power fuel door lock
- Remote keyless entry system with integrated ignition key
- Power windows: driver and front passenger with auto up/down and pinch protection and off-delay operation
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Automatic climate control system
Seating4 std · 0 opt
- 10-way power driver's seat including power lumbar support
- All-Weather Package (three-mode heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors and windshield wiper de-icer)
- 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with center armrest
- 8-way power front passenger seat
Interior4 std · 0 opt
- 4.2-inch LCD color combination meter display
- Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
- Carpeted floor mats
- Overhead console with dual LED map lights (with off-delay) and sunglasses holder
Exterior11 std · 0 opt
- LED low and high-beam headlights
- 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels in black with machine finish
- 225/65R17 102H all-season tires
- Active Grille Shutter system
- Exterior power mirrors, foldable, black
- Heated exterior mirrors
- LED fog lights
- Roof rails with tie-down points and integrated retractable cross bars in black
- Sound insulation windshield
- Steering-Responsive Headlights
- Roof spoiler, body color with black edge and end panels
Powertrain7 std · 0 opt
- Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- X-MODE with Hill Descent Control
- 2.5-liter direct-injection BOXER engine; 182-hp, 176 lb-ft torque
- Active Torque Vectoring
- Auto Start/Stop ignition
- Lineartronic CVT with 8-speed manual shift mode
- Single-mode X-MODE with Hill Descent Control
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Cargo area tray
- Towing capacity: 2,700 lbs. (2.5L models) / 3,500 lbs. (XT and Wilderness models)
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Outback. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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