Verdict
A
← Subaru Outback · 2020-present · BT
Subaru Outback (Gen 6)
The AWD wagon that pretends to be an SUV. Wilderness is the genuinely capable one.
BHP
260 bhp
0–60
6.1 s
Top speed
135 mph
MPG
27.0 mpg
New
$30,000-$45,000
Strengths
- Wilderness genuinely goes off-road
- Cargo bay is wagon-honest
- Bulletproof reputation in snow-belt states
Weaknesses
- 11.6-inch infotainment same software issues as Legacy
- 2.5 NA is the volume engine and feels strained
- CVT only
Notable tech
- 9.5 inches of ground clearance on Wilderness
- Subaru Global Platform
- EyeSight standard
- Roof rails (245-pound dynamic load on Wilderness)
Common issues
- Infotainment freezing (firmware updates)
- CVT cold-start hum
- Plastic body cladding develops UV haze
Used-market budget
$30,000
Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.