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2023 Subaru Outback Review | Interior, Features, & Technology Available
Join the legions of outdoor enthusiasts who love the Subaru Outback wagon for its looks, driving dynamics, and on- and off-road capabilities. All but the Wilderness trim received design updates in 2023, which you can explore in person at McLaughlin Subaru.
Learn about the 2023 Subaru Outback in this review and on our trims page, then search our Outback inventory, check out our current lease and finance offers, and schedule a test drive by contacting us at (309) 726-4684 or stopping by our dealership in Moline, IL.
Thinking about financing or leasing your next Outback? Visit our finance center for helpful tools and a secure, online finance application to get things started.

2023 Subaru Outback Exterior Design
Beloved for its ruggedly individualistic, utility-minded appeal, the 2023 Subaru Outback wagon is ready to help you forge ahead on intrepid adventures, persevere through challenging weekday commutes, and head into the backwoods for a nature-loving getaway ― always prepared and definitely in style.
Whether it’s the off-road-ready Wilderness trim that catches your eye or the luxurious Nappa leather upholstery you love on the Touring trim, there’s a Subaru Outback to suit your needs.
Exterior features and details that define the look and feel of the 2023 Subaru Outback include:
- Keyless access
- Hands-free power rear gate
- 8.7-in. ground clearance ― 9.5 inches on Wilderness trim
- LED steering-responsive headlights
- LED fog lights
- 17- or 18-in. aluminum-alloy wheels and all-season tires
- 17-in. matte black aluminum-alloy off-road wheels and Yokohama® GEOLANDAR® all-terrain tires (Wilderness)
- Black, Crystal Black Silica, or satin chrome-finish folding side mirrors
- Body-color or body-color with chrome insert door handles
- Raised roof rails or reinforced roof rails to hold a rooftop tent (Wilderness)
- Anti-glare hood design (Wilderness)
- Rear windshield wiper with or without a rear wiper de-icer
- Available Thule® bike or cargo carriers
- Available portable step
- Available pet ramp




2023 Subaru Outback Interior Features & Technology
Find what you need to enjoy the ride while you’re traveling in the new Subaru Outback. Get quick and easy access to your favorite podcasts, news programs, and music through one of three multitouch SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia systems. With available Wi-Fi® connectivity, your kids or traveling companions can stream a movie or keep up with their social life during long road trips.
When it comes to advanced comfort and support, the 2023 Subaru Outback features whiplash-reducing front seats that help protect your head and neck and minimize the impact of a whiplash injury should a crash occur. Do you tend to drive long distances? An innovative DriverFocus® distraction mitigation system leverages facial recognition technology to help keep fatigue in check when you’re behind the wheel.
Other interior features include:
- Power tilt/sliding glass moonroof
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with shift handles
- Cloth, StarTex® water repellent, leather-trimmed, or Nappa leather-trimmed upholstery
- Two-position driver’s seat and power mirror memory
- Heated, ventilated, power-adjustable front seats
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Reclining, 60/40-split, flat-folding rear seatbacks
- Single- or dual-zone climate control system
- Navigation
- USB-C input and USB-A charging parts
- LATCH system for child seat mounting
- Tire pressure monitoring system
2023 Subaru Outback Engine & Performance
Choose between two levels of performance on the 2023 Outback. Energetic SUBARU BOXER® engines join to a Lineartronic® continuously variable transmission (CVT) ― for enhanced efficiency and drivability ― and the Subaru symmetrical all-wheel drive system with traction-enhancing X-MODE®. The Onyx Edition trim upgrades to dual-function X-MODE that features snow/dirt and deep snow/mud modes, while the Wilderness trim comes equipped with advanced X-MODE that also features these drive modes as well as low and medium-to-high speed functions.
Maximum towing capacity on the 2023 Subaru Outback is 2,700 pounds ― 3,500 pounds when you choose the Wilderness or an XT trim.
Engines | 2.5L direct injection four-cylinder | 2.4L turbocharged four-cylinder |
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Horsepower | 182 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 76 lb.-ft. | 277 lb.-ft. |
Fuel Economy (MPG) | 26 city/32 hwy | 22 city/29 hwy |
Trim Availability | Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring | Onyx Edit XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, Touring XT |
2023 Subaru Outback Cargo Space & Dimensions
Offering seating capacity for five people, the 2023 Outback is ideal for transporting the family or loading up your gear when it’s time to head out to destinations unknown. Inside, handy storage solutions like a removable cargo area tray, available cargo nets, and a cargo area underfloor storage area help you better transport spill-able items or hide away valuables when you’re away from home.
Cargo volume on the 2023 Subaru Outback measures 32.6 cubic feet that expands to 75.6 cubic feet when you fold the rear seats down.


2023 Subaru Outback Trim Levels
2022 Subaru Outback: Color Options, New Features, Release Date
Family-friendly in a rugged sort of way, the 2022 Subaru Outback is designed for families looking to take their crew on new adventures off the beaten path. An all-new Subaru Wilderness™ trim option is the biggest change for the 2022 Outback lineup. Learn more by reading the following Subaru Outback overview put together by the McLaughlin Subaru team.
Ready to give the Outback a test drive? View our Subaru Outback for sale inventory in Moline, IL, then match your favorite with a lease offer. When you’re ready, our team is just a phone call away at (866) 960-7363.

2022 Subaru Outback What's New?
The all-new Subaru Outback Wilderness™ trim level features a 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine seen on XT trims, dual function X-MODE®, increased 9.5-inch ground clearance, and all-terrain tires. LED fog lights, which are great for illuminating low-visibility road conditions, are now standard across all trims. And the 2022 Subaru Outback Premium trim will include rear ventilation in the center console to keep your rear seat passengers comfortable.
2022 Subaru Outback Power & Handling
The 2022 Subaru Outback offers a choice between two capable powertrains. If you’re looking for excellent fuel economy ratings, the 2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder is for you. If you need extra oomph and towing capabilities, turn to the turbocharged 2.4L SUBARU BOXER engine. Both engines are paired with Lineartronic® CVT (continuously variable transmission). View the following chart for full 2022 Outback specs.
2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder | Engine | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder |
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26/33 | MPG (city/hwy) | 23/30 |
182 HP | Horsepower | 260 HP |
176 lb.-ft. | Torque | 277 lb.-ft. |
2,700 lbs. | Max. Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs. |

2022 Subaru Outback Interior
The 2022 Subaru Outback is a comfortable five-seater with premier cabin accommodations. Let your kids watch for birds and planes with the power tilt/sliding moonroof. Find your optimal seating position with the ten-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar. And your co-pilot will find that the eight-way power front passenger’s seat is equipped to meet their needs.
2022 Subaru Outback Exterior
You’ll find that the 2022 Subaru Outback exterior is equipped with a number of practical features. The hands-free power rear gate lets you load warehouse club purchases with ease. The raised roof rails give you an extra place to haul gear for those weekend getaways. And the 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels are designed to keep you rolling in style.

Color Options
Choose from flower-bright or earth-tone paint when you pick your exterior 2022 Subaru Outback color.

Exterior Colors
Click to change vehicle color- Crystal Black Silica
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Crystal White Pearl
- Magnetite Gray Metallic
- Abyss Blue Pearl
- Autumn Green Metallic
- Crimson Red Pearl
- Brilliant Bronze Metallic
- Cinnamon Brown Pearl
- Geyser Blue

2022 Subaru Outback Technology
The 2022 Subaru Outback is equipped with modern technologies to keep the whole family entertained. The 11.6-inch SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia system provides access to smartphone connectivity to make accessing your favorite apps a breeze. Engage with your favorite music with the Harman Kardon® premium audio system. And make sure your family’s devices are linked to the 4G LTE Wi-Fi® to reduce cellular data usage.
2022 Subaru Outback Trim Levels
With the addition of the Outback Wilderness trim, there are now eight unique Outback trim levels to choose from, which you can view in the following list.
Base Trim

Premium

Limited

Touring

Onyx Edition XT

Wilderness

Limited XT

Touring XT


Subaru Outback Dealer Near Bettendorf & Davenport, IA
Explore the 2023 Subaru Outback inside and out at McLaughlin Subaru in Moline, IL. Convenient to the Quad Cities, you can browse our online inventory to locate a trim that interests you then give us a call at (309) 726-4684 or stop by our dealership to set up a test drive.
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