Wilderness AWD
What the Wilderness adds over the Base (+$11,715)
| Spec | Base | Wilderness |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3641 lbs | 3922 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3641 lbs | 3922 lbs |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Engine displacement | 2498 cc | 2387 cc |
| Horsepower | 182 hp | 260 hp |
| Torque | 176 lb-ft | 277 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | DOHC 4-cylinder BOXER, 2.5-liter, aluminum cylinder block and heads | DOHC 4-cylinder BOXER, 2.4-liter, turbocharged and intercooled, aluminum cylinder block and heads |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in | 9.5 in |
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | 39.1 in |
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 32 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,995 | $41,710 |
| Overall height | 66.1 in | 66.9 in |
| Overall length | 191.1 in | 191.9 in |
| Overall width | 74.2 in | 74.6 in |
| Front suspension type | MacPherson-type struts with internal rebound springs, aluminum lower L-arms, coil springs and stabilizer bar | MacPherson-type struts with internal rebound springs, aluminum lower L-arms, coil springs and stabilizer bar (Wilderness-spec raised) |
| Rear suspension type | double wishbone, coil springs and stabilizer bar | double wishbone, coil springs and stabilizer bar (Wilderness-spec raised) |
| Tire size | 225/65R17 102H | 225/65R17 102T |
| Total interior volume | 141.6 cu-ft | 140.1 cu-ft |
| Final drive ratio | 3.9 | 4.4 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 180-Degree Front View Monitor, 8 cargo-area tie-down hooks (Wilderness), Adjustable driver-seat thigh support, Automatic power-folding exterior mirrors with Satin chrome, Hands-Free Power Rear Gate with vehicle lock button, Heated steering wheel, Hexagonal LED fog lights, Keyless Access with Push-Button Start, Ladder-style roof rails with increased load-carrying capacity, 4 tie-down points and Anodized Copper-finish accents, Matte-black anti-glare hood decal, Outback Wilderness Gray StarTex water-repellent upholstery with Anodized Copper-finish accents and contrast stitching, Outback Wilderness gauges with color LCD display and Anodized Copper accents, Outback Wilderness-design all-weather floor mats, Positive temperature coefficient heater for fast cabin warming, Wilderness-exclusive dual-function X-MODE with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud modes, Hill Descent Control, Low-Speed/Low Ratio Gradient Control, Yokohama Geolandar All-Terrain tires
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 | 75.6 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 32.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 140.1 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | SUBARU STARLINK |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 6 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 36 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 9.5 in |
| Overall height | 66.9 in |
| Overall length | 191.9 in |
| Overall width | 74.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2387 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | DOHC 4-cylinder BOXER, 2.4-liter, turbocharged and intercooled, aluminum cylinder block and heads |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 260 hp |
| Torque | 277 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.8 in |
| Second-row legroom | 39.5 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $41,710 |
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-type struts with internal rebound springs, aluminum lower L-arms, coil springs and stabilizer bar (Wilderness-spec raised) |
| Rear suspension type | double wishbone, coil springs and stabilizer bar (Wilderness-spec raised) |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/65R17 102T |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.4 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | cvt |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3922 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3922 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety20 std · 1 opt
- Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering
- 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
- 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
- 180-Degree Front View Monitor
- 4-channel / 4-sensor ABS
- Auto Vehicle Hold
- Driver's knee airbag
- Electronic parking brake
- Electronic traction control (TCS)
- EyeSight Assist Monitor (head-up display with EyeSight warnings and system status projected on windshield)
- LED headlights (low and high beam) with High Beam Assist and automatic height adjustment
- Passenger seat cushion airbag
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS)
- Reverse Automatic Braking optional
- Security system with engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual tire display
Infotainment1 std · 1 opt
- Steering wheel paddle shift control switches
- SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia Navigation system (TomTom voice navigation, SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link) optional
Convenience2 std · 0 opt
- Keyless Access with Push-Button Start
- Hands-Free Power Rear Gate with vehicle lock button
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Positive temperature coefficient heater for fast cabin warming
Seating2 std · 0 opt
- Adjustable driver-seat thigh support
- Outback Wilderness Gray StarTex water-repellent upholstery with Anodized Copper-finish accents and contrast stitching
Interior7 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Outback Wilderness gauges with color LCD display and Anodized Copper accents
- Outback Wilderness-design all-weather floor mats
- 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
Exterior13 std · 0 opt
- LED headlights (low and high beam) with High Beam Assist
- Automatic power-folding exterior mirrors with Satin chrome
- 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels in black with machine finish
- Active Grille Shutter system
- Hexagonal LED fog lights
- LED fog lights
- Ladder-style roof rails with increased load-carrying capacity, 4 tie-down points and Anodized Copper-finish accents
- Matte-black anti-glare hood decal
- Roof rails with tie-down points and integrated retractable cross bars
- Sound insulation windshield
- Steering-Responsive Headlights
- Yokohama Geolandar All-Terrain tires
- Roof spoiler, body color with black edge and end panels
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- Active Torque Vectoring
- Auto Start/Stop ignition
- Lineartronic CVT with 8-speed manual shift mode
- Wilderness-exclusive dual-function X-MODE with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud modes, Hill Descent Control, Low-Speed/Low Ratio Gradient Control
Cargo1 std · 0 opt
- 8 cargo-area tie-down hooks (Wilderness)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Outback. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Wilderness
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness?
The manufacturer lists $41,710 for the 2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness. That is $11,715 above the Base, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness add over the Base?
Against the Base, 16 features become standard that the Base does not and 21 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.