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2023 Subaru

Outback AWD

Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo

Subaru Outback: best and worst years
2023 Subaru Outback AWD
2023 photoMr.choppersCC BY-SA 3.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (AV-S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
260
Power to weight
0.071 hp/lb
Axle ratio
4.11
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
356 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
21.7 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 3.3 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
192 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
74 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
66 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
108 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,651 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
2
Owner complaints
84
Reported injuries
3

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE19%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15%
  • VISIBILITY/WIPER15%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER14%
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING6%
  • SERVICE BRAKES6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 105 total.

Subaru Outback: best and worst years

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.