How the all-new Outback compares in the Large SUV class
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Feature
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Subaru Outback
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Subaru Outback Wilderness
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Typical Large SUV1
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AWD capability
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Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive standard
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Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive standard
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Often optional or grade-dependent / not always on
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Ground clearance2
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220mm
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240mm
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Varies
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Engine performance
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2.5L Boxer engine
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2.4L turbocharged Boxer engine
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Varies
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Off-road confidence
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X-Mode with Hill Descent Control
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Dual-function X-Mode + enhanced off-road capability
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Varies
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Safety technology
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Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist standard
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Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist standard
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Varies
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Driver Awareness
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Driver Monitoring System3 and Vision Assist standard
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Driver Monitoring System3 and Vision Assist standard
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Varies
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Technology
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12.1" touchscreen + 12.3" digital display
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12.1" touchscreen + 12.3" digital display
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Varies
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Cargo capacity & versatility
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530-litre (VDA) cargo space + flexible storage solutions
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530-litre (VDA) cargo space + adventure-ready features
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Varies
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Disclaimers
1 "Typical Large SUV" refers to a selection of vehicles within the Large SUV segment in Australia, including Toyota Kluger, Mazda CX-8 and Hyundai Santa Fe. Specifications, features and availability may vary by model, variant and manufacturer. Based on publicly available information as at May 2026.
2 Ground clearance at kerb weight.
3 Driver Monitoring System – Driver Focus performance and capability dependent on environmental and technical conditions. Refer to owners manual for full details. and Vision Assist standard
Safety Systems - Subaru EyeSight® has you covered
Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist technology monitors the road ahead to help support you with braking, steering and acceleration when it’s needed.
Designed to assist across a range of driving conditions, it helps reduce driver fatigue and provides added confidence on every journey.
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Speed Sign Recognition
- Lane Centring Function
- Pre-Collision Braking System
- Autonomous Emergency Steering
- Emergency Driving Stop System*
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Lead Vehicle Start Alert
Plus a range of additional driver assist features designed to support you on every drive.