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, aluminum lower L-arms, coil springs and stabilizer bar
Rear suspension type
Double wishbone, coil springs and stabilizer bar
Tires
Tire size
225/65R17 102H
Transmission
Final drive ratio
3.9
Transmission speeds
8
Transmission type
cvt
Weights
Curb weight (maximum)
3641 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)
3641 lbs
Wheels
Wheel diameter
17 in
Wheel material
forged alloy
Wheel width
7 in
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kit
Safety22 std · 0 opt
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering; Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering
Front seat side pelvis/torso airbags
Passenger seat cushion airbag
Side curtain airbags with rollover sensor
Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbags
Vehicle Lane Departure and Sway Warning
Active Torque Vectoring
Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH) / Hill Descent Control (HDC)
Brake Assist Control / Brake Override system
Driver's knee airbag
Electronic parking brake
Electronically controlled power-assisted dual-diagonal brake system with 4-channel/4-sensor ABS
EyeSight Assist Monitor: head-up display with EyeSight warnings and system status on the windshield
Front and rear seat passenger seatbelt warning light and chime
LED headlights (low and high beam) with High Beam Assist and automatic height adjustment
Latest EyeSight Driver Assist Technology includes Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering; Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management; and Vehicle Lane Departure and Sway Warning
Rear Seat Reminder
Rear Vision Camera with washer
Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS)
Security system with engine immobilizer
Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual tire display
Infotainment5 std · 0 opt
3.5mm auxiliary input jack, illuminated
Lineartronic CVT with 8-speed manual shift mode and steering wheel paddle shift control switches
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio, Bluetooth and cruise control switches
USB-A input/charge port in front center console, illuminated
Convenience4 std · 0 opt
12v power outlet in glove box / 12-volt power outlet in rear center console
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
Climate3 std · 0 opt
Automatic climate control system
Cabin air filtration system
Rear seat heat duct outlets (floor)
Seating3 std · 0 opt
60/40 split fold-down rear seat with center armrest
Height-adjustable driver's seat
Whiplash-protection front seat head restraints, height and tilt-adjustable
Interior8 std · 0 opt
4.2-inch LCD color combination meter display
Dome light, LED
Illuminated glove box
Illuminated ignition switch ring with off-delay
Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
Cargo area light, LED with off-delay
Carpeted floor mats
Overhead console with dual LED map lights (with off-delay) and sunglasses holder
Exterior11 std · 0 opt
17-inch aluminum alloy wheels in black with machine finish
225/65R17 102H all-season tires
Active Grille Shutter system (2.5-liter models)
Exterior power mirrors, foldable, black
LED fog lights
Sound insulation windshield
Steering Responsive Headlights with automatic LED Low and High Beam Height Adjustment Control
Turn signals with one-touch lane changer
Welcome lighting
Windshield wipers: intermittent feature with variable timer
Roof spoiler, body color with black edge and end panels
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with active torque split
Single-mode X-MODE with Hill Descent Control
Auto Start/Stop ignition
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
Cargo area tray
Roof rails with tie-down points and integrated retractable cross bars in black
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Outback. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
Factory warranty running out?
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Common questions about the Base
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits
How much is the 2023 Subaru Outback Base?
The manufacturer lists $28,395 for the 2023 Subaru Outback Base. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.