Strengths
- Subaru Global Platform stiffness
- X-Mode dual-function for soft / deep snow
- Permanent symmetrical AWD with Eyesight ADAS
Weaknesses
- No diesel UK
- Mild-hybrid only - no PHEV / BEV
- CVT drone
Notable tech
- Sixth-gen Outback (BT)
- Subaru Global Platform
- 2.5 e-Boxer mild-hybrid only (UK)
- X-Mode dual-function (Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud)
- Eyesight ADAS standard
- Lineartronic CVT
Common issues
- e-Boxer 12V auxiliary battery
- CVT cold-start shudder
- Eyesight after windscreen replacement
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across BT's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
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2.5 e-Boxer mild-hybrid
BHP167
Torque252 Nm
0–6010.2 s
Top120 mph
MPG (US)28 mpg
DriveAWD
GearboxLineartronic CVT