2025 Subaru Outback Towing & Payload Capacity Available | McLaughlin Subaru

The 2025 Subaru Outback offers excellent performance capabilities and the ability to tow light trailers with ease. With two engine options, standard symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD), and available off-roading capabilities, this Subaru mid-size SUV is ready to handle various situations. For more details, be sure to read through this 2025 Subaru Outback engine and performance guide crafted by the team at McLaughlin Subaru in Moline, IL. For a more general overview of the Outback as a whole, be sure to check out our review as well.

If you have an interest in seeing the new Subaru Outback in person, be sure to find it in our inventory and match your ideal model with a finance or lease offer. Use our online form to schedule a test drive of your preferred model. If you have any questions, give us a call at (309) 797-5654 or message us online. We are proud to serve residents of Bettendorf and Davenport, IA, as well as surrounding communities.

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2025 Subaru Outback Available Engine Options

There are two energetic 2025 Subaru Outback engines available — the 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® four-cylinder and 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder. The 2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine is standard, and offers the best fuel economy of the two engine options — up to 32 MPG on the highway. The 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine becomes standard on the Onyx Edition XT and higher level trims and offers up to 260 horsepower. Both engines are standard with a Lineartronic® continuously variable transmission (CVT), which comes with paddle shifters.

Available 2025 Subaru Outback engine specs are shown in the following table for your reference.

Engine2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder
Horsepower182 HP260 HP
Torque176 lb.-ft.277 lb.-ft.
MPG (City/Hwy)26 / 3222 / 29
Towing Capacity2,700 lbs.3,500 lbs.
DrivetrainSymmetrical AWDSymmetrical AWD
TransmissionLineartronic CVTLineartronic CVT

2025 Subaru Outback Subaru Outback Maximum Towing Capacity

How much can the 2025 Subaru Outback tow? That depends on which engine is under your hood. The standard 2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder tows up to 2,700 pounds. If you opt for the 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine instead, it can tow up to 3,500 pounds.

2025 Subaru Outback Subaru Outback All-Wheel Drive Capabilities

Most Subaru models, including the 2025 Subaru Outback, come standard with Subaru symmetrical AWD. This ensures you have access to all four wheels should you need them. This is especially helpful during the winter months when snow and ice can make driving conditions hazardous.

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2025 Subaru Outback Off-roading Capabilities

The 2025 Subaru Outback boasts available off-roading features engineered for smooth adventures. Standard with X-MODE® with hill descent control, a traction control system, and vehicle dynamics control, the Outback will make off-roading fun. All of these systems work together to optimize the AWD system, improve traction, and apply the brakes as needed. If you choose an Onyx Edition or Wilderness model, you’ll find traversing through wintry conditions is easier with dual-function X-MODE, which comes with snow/dirt and deep snow/mud modes. Wilderness models are also equipped with 9.5 inches of ground clearance to make going over rough terrain easier — all other Outback models are standard with an 8.7-inch ground clearance.

2023 Subaru Outback Towing Capacity & Engine Options

Considering the 2023 Subaru Outback and want to know more about its engine options? You’ve come to the right place! The McLaughlin Subaru team has put together information on both SUBARU BOXER® engine options available on the 2023 Outback. Continue reading to learn more about how it works and the type of performance you can expect.

If you have any questions for our Subaru dealership in Moline, IL, and serving Bettendorf and Davenport, IA, please contact us online or by phone at (309) 797-5654. You can also schedule a test drive to experience the Outback for yourself.

Be sure to browse our new inventory for available trim packages and color options, and take a look at current finance and lease offers to find a great deal.

2023 Subaru Outback Engine Differences

Both stellar options, the 2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine and 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine deliver the precise power and performance you’re looking for. Whether you’re traversing a new trail or navigating an old favorite, the engine options on the 2023 Subaru Outback are perfect for meeting your driving demands.

While horsepower, torque, and MPG ratings differ, both engines are paired with the Lineartronic® continuously variable transmission (CVT) and Subaru Symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD), a killer combination of supportive power and stability. Also standard, X-MODE® technology optimizes the Symmetrical AWD system to boost traction on slippery surfaces.

2.5L SUBARU BOXER® Four-Cylinder

A longtime Subaru engine design, the SUBARU BOXER engine is designed for the pistons to move together but opposite each other, resembling the one-two combo boxer’s technique. The 2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine gets 182 horsepower and 176 pound-feet of torque. Expect 26 city and 33 highway MPG.

2.4L Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER Four-Cylinder

Using the same SUBARU BOXER technology, the 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine offers extra power for a more exciting daily drive. It delivers 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque, and gets up to 23 city and 30 highway MPG.

2023 Subaru Outback Towing Capacity

With the 2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine, you can tow up to 2,700 pounds. With the 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine, you can tow up to 3,500 pounds.

Engine Model Availability

In terms of model availability, the Outback Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, and Touring are all standard with the 2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine. The Onyx Edition, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT are standard with the 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder engine.

Learn More About the 2023 Subaru Outback

If the Outback powertrain options are intriguing to you, then you’ll surely appreciate its other great features. For a general overview of the 2023 Outback, read our review, and for a trim-by-trim comparison, check out our Outback trim level research.

Please get in touch with McLaughlin Subaru by calling (309) 797-5654 if you have any questions. We’re more than happy to assist you!

2025 Subaru Outback Test Drive a New Subaru Outback in Moline, IL, Today

The new Subaru Outback is available now at McLaughlin Subaru in Moline, IL — find it in our inventory and use our online form to schedule a test drive. Our Subaru dealership is located near Bettendorf and Davenport, IA — plan your visit with our hours and directions. Have questions? Reach out to us by phone at (309) 797-5654 or through our contact form.

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