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Introducing the 2022 Subaru Outback.

Go where love takes you.

Introducing the 2022 Subaru Outback.

Go where love takes you.

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2022 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition XT  with Gray StarTex Urethane interior.
2022 Subaru Outback Premium with Slate Black Cloth interior.
2022 Subaru Outback Limited with Slate Black Leather interior.
2022 Subaru Outback Premium with Warm Ivory Cloth interior.
2022 Subaru Outback Limited with Warm Ivory Leather interior.
2022 Subaru Outback Touring with Java Napa Leather interior.
2022 Subaru Outback Premium with Titanium Gray Cloth interior.
2022 Subaru Outback Limited with Titanium Gray Leather interior.
2022 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition XT  with Gray StarTex Urethane interior.
2022 Subaru Outback

2022 Subaru Outback

Includes these key features:

  • Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with X-MODE®
  • Standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology
  • LED Steering Responsive Headlights
  • SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia with Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM
  • 8.7 inches of ground clearance
  • Raised roof rails with integrated cross bars and tie-downs
2022 Subaru Outback Premium

2022 Subaru Outback Premium

Includes Outback key features and adds:

  • SUBARU STARLINK® Safety and Security
  • SUBARU STARLINK® 11.6-inch Multimedia Plus
  • 10-way power driver's seat
  • All-Weather Package w/ heated front seats
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • LED fog lights
2022 Subaru Outback Limited

2022 Subaru Outback Limited

Includes Outback Premium key features and adds:

  • Leather-trimmed upholstery
  • 12-speaker 576-watt-equivalent Harman Kardon® premium audio system
  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Keyless Access with Push-Button Start
  • Hands-free Power Rear Gate
  • 8-way power front passenger seat
2022 Subaru Outback Touring

2022 Subaru Outback Touring

Includes Outback Limited key features and adds:

  • Nappa leather-trimmed upholstery
  • SUBARU STARLINK® 11.6-inch Multimedia Navigation
  • Power moonroof
  • Heated steering wheel
  • DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System
  • Ventilated front seats
2022 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition XT

2022 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition XT

Includes Outback Premium key features and adds:

  • 260-hp direct-Injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine
  • StarTex® water-repellent upholstery
  • 18-inch black-finish alloy wheels
  • Keyless Access with Push-Button Start
  • Hands-free Power Rear Gate
  • Dual-function X-MODE w/ Hill Descent Control
2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness

2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness

Includes Outback Premium key features and adds:

  • 260-hp direct-Injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine
  • Raised suspension with 9.5 inches of ground clearance
  • 17-inch matte black-finish wheels and Yokohama GEOLANDAR® all-terrain tires
  • Unique front and rear bumpers with integrated tow points and extended lower cladding
  • StarTex® water-repellent upholstery and anodized copper-finish interior accents
  • High-capacity fixed roof rails
2022 Subaru Outback Limited XT

2022 Subaru Outback Limited XT

Includes Outback Limited key features and adds:

  • 260-hp direct-Injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine
  • SUBARU STARLINK® 11.6-inch Multimedia Navigation
  • Power moonroof
  • Heated steering wheel
  • DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System
2022 Subaru Outback Touring XT

2022 Subaru Outback Touring XT

Includes Outback Limited XT key features and adds:

  • Nappa leather-trimmed upholstery
  • Ventilated front seats
  • DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System
  • Power folding mirrors
  • 180-Degree Front-View Monitor

The most adventurous, most reliable,
safest, best Subaru Outback ever.

Designed for unlimited adventure and uncompromising safety, the 2022 Outback features the confidence of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with up to 33 MPG** and the advanced protection of both standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology[3] and the available DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System[2]. And it’s engineered to last, with 97% of Outback vehicles sold in the last 10 years still on the road today[4]. For 2022, an even higher level of Outback capability is now available: the all-new Subaru Outback Wilderness™, featuring extensive all-terrain upgrades including an even more surefooted drivetrain, increased ground clearance, rugged exterior cladding, and a stylish, unique interior.

The most adventurous, most reliable, safest, best Subaru Outback ever.

2022 Subaru Outback on rugged terrain.
Designed for unlimited adventure and uncompromising safety, the 2022 Outback features the confidence of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with up to 33 MPG** and the advanced protection of both standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology[3] and the available DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System[2]. And it’s engineered to last, with 97% of Outback vehicles sold in the last 10 years still on the road today[4]. For 2022, an even higher level of Outback capability is now available: the all-new Subaru Outback Wilderness™, featuring extensive all-terrain upgrades including an even more surefooted drivetrain, increased ground clearance, rugged exterior cladding, and a stylish, unique interior.
2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness driving up a rocky incline.

Introducing the all-new 2022 Outback Wilderness

The 2022 Outback Wilderness takes the legendary capability of the Outback farther than ever. Trail-ready upgrades let you reach the places you could only dream about, and its tough, bold style looks like nothing else on the mountain. Because it’s an Outback, you know you can trust it to get you to the end of the trail and back – over and over again.

EXPLORE OUTBACK WILDERNESS
2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness driving through mud.

Adventurous Capability

Engineered for real off-road fun, the 2022 Outback Wilderness delivers loads of capability upgrades, inside and out. The confident traction of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is improved even further with enhanced dual-function X-MODE®. A 260-horsepower turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine, retuned drivetrain gearing, increased ground clearance, and water-repellent StarTex® upholstery are just the beginning of its summit-conquering features.

2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness driving down a rocky incline.

Rugged Styling

The Outback Wilderness pushes everything further, and that includes style. Rugged, blacked-out exterior trim and cladding protect against trail hazards as well as showcase its ready-for-anything spirit. Matte-black finish off-road wheels set the tough foundation of its practical design. Anodized Copper-finish accents and trim hide functional features like front and rear tow points and extend to the interior, where they highlight durable, high-quality cabin materials.

A close up of the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness badge on the back bumper.

Trustworthy

The places your Outback Wilderness will take you are the places where you need equipment you can trust. Good thing Subaru is the Most Trusted Brand seven years running, according to Kelley Blue Book[5] 2015-2021 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards are based on the Brand Watch™ study from Kelley Blue Book. Award calculated among non-luxury shoppers. For more information, visit www.kbb.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. . It’s why Subaru vehicles hold their value better than any other brand[6]ALG named Subaru the 2016-2019,2021 Top Mainstream Brand for Residual Value. Award based on ALG's residual value forecasts for the 2016-2019,2021 model years. ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data (www.alg.com). . So no matter how far you go, you’ll always have the confidence to find a new level of adventure.

Introducing the all-new 2022 Outback Wilderness

The 2022 Outback Wilderness takes the legendary capability of the Outback farther than ever. Trail-ready upgrades let you reach the places you could only dream about, and its tough, bold style looks like nothing else on the mountain. Because it’s an Outback, you know you can trust it to get you to the end of the trail and back – over and over again.

EXPLORE OUTBACK WILDERNESS
2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness driving up a rocky incline.

Adventurous Capability

Engineered for real off-road fun, the 2022 Outback Wilderness delivers loads of capability upgrades, inside and out. The confident traction of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is improved even further with enhanced dual-function X-MODE®. A 260-horsepower turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine, retuned drivetrain gearing, increased ground clearance, and water-repellent StarTex® upholstery are just the beginning of its summit-conquering features.

2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness driving through mud.

Rugged Styling

The Outback Wilderness pushes everything further, and that includes style. Rugged, blacked-out exterior trim and cladding protect against trail hazards as well as showcase its ready-for-anything spirit. Matte-black finish off-road wheels set the tough foundation of its practical design. Anodized Copper-finish accents and trim hide functional features like front and rear tow points and extend to the interior, where they highlight durable, high-quality cabin materials.

2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness driving down a rocky incline.

Trustworthy

The places your Outback Wilderness will take you are the places where you need equipment you can trust. Good thing Subaru is the Most Trusted Brand seven years running, according to Kelley Blue Book[5] 2015-2021 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards are based on the Brand Watch™ study from Kelley Blue Book. Award calculated among non-luxury shoppers. For more information, visit www.kbb.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. . It’s why Subaru vehicles hold their value better than any other brand[6] ALG named Subaru the 2016-2019,2021 Top Mainstream Brand for Residual Value. Award based on ALG's residual value forecasts for the 2016-2019,2021 model years. ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data (www.alg.com). . So no matter how far you go, you’ll always have the confidence to find a new level of adventure.

A close up of the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness badge on the back bumper.

Engineered to Go Anywhere

A 2022 Subaru Outback driving on a backcountry road with a cargo carrier on its standard raised roof rails.

Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Available Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® Engine

The 2022 Outback gives you the all-weather, go-anywhere capability of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive while still delivering on efficiency. A 260-horsepower direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine is available to provide 277 pound-feet of torque for exciting daily driving while still reaching up to 30 MPG highway

 

Turbocharged BOXER engine standard on:

Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT

 

Up to 9.5 Inches of Ground Clearance and X-MODE®

With up to 9.5 inches of ground clearance and standard X-MODE, the Outback can take you almost anywhere. That’s a combination of features Honda Passport, Toyota RAV4, and Ford Edge just can’t match. X-MODE works by optimizing the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for maximum traction on slippery surfaces and Hill Descent Control gives you extra stability and confidence when descending more difficult grades.

X-MODE standard on All models

Dual-function X-MODE standard on:Onyx Edition XT and Wilderness

A close-up of the wheels of the 2022 Outback Wilderness showing the 9.5 inches of ground clearance.
A 2022 Subaru Outback hauling a camping trailer through the desert.

3,500-Pound Towing Capacity[7]

With up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity and an available accessory trailer hitch, the 2022 Outback lets you bring all the bikes, kayaks, or other gear you need to make your adventures even better.

Standard on: Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT

Advanced Safety for Every Passenger

Advanced Safety for Every Passenger

A photo illustration showing the EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology sensors on a 2022 Subaru Outback driving down a highway.

Standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology

The 2022 Outback features standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, which monitors traffic movement, optimizes cruise control, and warns you when you’re swaying outside your lane[3] . The Automatic Pre-Collision Braking feature can apply full braking force and bring you to a complete stop in emergency situations. Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering[9] can take some of the stress out of driving by helping with steering, braking, and throttle control – both in daily traffic and on long road trips
LEARN MORE ABOUT EYESIGHT

The 2022 Outback features standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, which monitors traffic movement, optimizes cruise control, and warns you when you’re swaying outside your lane[3] . The Automatic Pre-Collision Braking feature can apply full braking force and bring you to a complete stop in emergency situations. Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering[9] can take some of the stress out of driving by helping with steering, braking, and throttle control – both in daily traffic and on long road trips

A close-up of a warning message on the dashboard display from the DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System available on the 2022 Subaru Outback.

Subaru DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System

The 2022 Outback features a state-of-the-art system to help reduce distracted driving for both new and experienced drivers. Each day in the United States, more than 1,000 people are injured in crashes reported to have involved a distracted driver[10]. Working with our award-winning EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, the DriverFocus system is like having an attentive co-pilot along for the ride, available to give a helpful alert if a driver becomes distracted or drowsy. For added convenience, DriverFocus can also recognize up to five different drivers and remember their preferences, including seat position, climate settings, and outside mirror position.

Available on:Limited

Standard on: Touring, Limited XT, and Touring XT

All-Around Awareness Technologies

The 2022 Outback features an entire suite of available safety technologies to help protect you and your passengers. The Blind-Spot Detection[11] system warns you with a visual indicator on each side mirror if it senses a vehicle in your blind spots. Rear Cross-Traffic Alert[11] helps warn you of traffic approaching from the side as you back up. And with available Reverse Automatic Braking, your vehicle can even stop itself to help avoid objects behind you[12].

Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert standard on: Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT

Available on: Premium

Reverse Automatic Braking standard on:Limited, Touring, Limited XT, and Touring XT

Available on: Onyx Edition XT and Wilderness

A 2022 Subaru Outback driving on a city street.
A close-up of the of the SUBARU STARLINK® Safety and Security buttons on the 2022 Subaru Outback.

SUBARU STARLINK® Safety and Security

STARLINK Safety and Security[13] offers an array of connected services to help keep you and your Outback safe whether you're in your vehicle, at your computer, or on your smartphone. Advanced Automatic Collision Notification will alert an operator in the event of an accident, and SOS Emergency Assistance can get you roadside help at the push of a button. Remote Engine Start with Climate Control, accessible via your smartphone, ensures your Outback is always ready and comfortable[14].There are also STARLINK Concierge services for personal assistance with tasks like navigation, restaurant reservations, and scheduling service appointments.

Standard on: Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT

Learn more about SUBARU STARLINK® Safety and Security

Crash Protection for Every Passenger

The 2022 Outback is built on the Subaru Global Platform, which uses high-strength steel for enhanced crash safety, long-lasting quality, and a quieter cabin. The Outback also features eight airbags, height-adjustable head restraints in every seating position, and a ring-shaped reinforcement frame as standard equipment to help provide all-around impact protection. This protective engineering, in addition to its advanced active safety technology, earned the 2021 Outback a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)[15] .

A cut-away view of a 2022 Subaru Outback showing the Subaru Global Platform.

Flexible and Comfortable by Design

Flexible and Comfortable by Design

A view from inside the 2022 Subaru Outback showing the cargo area filled with outdoor gear and part of the rear seat folded down.

Roomy Comfort and Impressive Cargo Space

Everyone has room for comfort inside the quiet, sophisticated cabin of the 2022 Outback. It offers more passenger room than Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, or Jeep Grand Cherokee. There’s room for everyone’s gear, too, with 32.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats. Available cargo area release levers make it even easier to fold the rear seats down, giving you up to 75.7 cubic feet of cargo volume so you can haul even more. Loading all that cargo is even easier with the available Hands-Free Power Rear Gate, which allows automatic opening even when your arms are full and lets you close and lock the entire vehicle with a single touch on the gate button.

 

Hands-Free Power Rear Gate standard on:
Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT

 

 

Available on:
Premium

 

Hands-Free Power Rear Gate standard on:Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT

Available on:Premium

A 2022 Subaru Outback driving on a mountain highway.

Standard Direct-Injection SUBARU BOXER Engine

The 2022 Outback features a standard direct-injection SUBARU BOXER engine that delivers 182 horsepower and impressive mileage around town with its Auto Start-Stop Technology. Paired with a Lineartronic® CVT, it can reach up to 33 MPG highway with over 600 miles of range[16].

Standard on: Outback, Premium, Limited, and Touring

SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia with 11.6-inch Touchscreen

A STARLINK Multimedia system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration comes standard on the 2022 Outback. To make it even easier to select entertainment and view navigation, a high-resolution 11.6-inch touchscreen is also available. Wireless pairing and hands-free smartphone operation allow for safe and easy connection to your favorite apps and content, and you can access news, navigation, music, podcasts, and more through available cloud-based STARLINK apps and SiriusXM®[17] .

11.6-inch Touchscreen standard on:Premium, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT

Learn more about SUBARU STARLINK®

A close-up of the available 11.6-inch touchscreen for the SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia system on the 2022 Subaru Outback.
A side view showing the Nappa leather-trimmed interior of the 2022 Outback Touring model.

The Most Comfortable Outback Ever

The 2022 Outback is designed to make every drive more enjoyable for every passenger with available genuine Nappa leather-trimmed upholstery for a soft feel and a premium look. Heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and heated rear seats are all available to provide year-round comfort.

Standard on: Touring and Touring XT

Harman Kardon® Premium Audio

The Harman Kardon® premium audio system captures detail-rich acoustics through enhanced sound control and superior high sound output. At the heart of the system lies a high-performance 8-channel class-D amplifier pumping out 576 equivalent watts of power. The amplifier works to efficiently distribute clean audio signals to the vehicle’s 12-speaker sound system – including a dedicated center channel speaker and subwoofer. Harman’s Clari-Fi™ Technology restores and corrects audio fidelity, resulting in musical reproduction that sounds clearer, crisper, and more dynamic.

Standard on: Limited, Touring, Limited XT, and Touring XT

A close-up of one of the speakers in the Harman Kardon premium audio system available on the 2022 Subaru Outback.
A woman opening a cargo container accessory mounted to the standard raised roof rails on a 2022 Subaru Outback.

Standard Raised Roof Rails with Enhanced Tie-Downs

Standard raised roof rails provide additional versatility for equipment like kayaks, bikes, skis, and cargo carriers, and the integrated crossbars can fold away when not in use. Plus, built-in tie-downs give you even more flexibility and make it easier to secure your cargo.

Standard on: Outback, Premium, Limited, Touring, Onyx XT, Limited XT, and Touring XT

A 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT driving on a beach with kayaks mounted to its raised roof rails.

Outback Onyx Edition XT

A bold, sophisticated take on Outback style, the Onyx Edition XT features a 260-horsepower direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine. Standard dual-function X-MODE optimizes the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for maximum traction on slippery surfaces. The exterior features unique design accents including black-finish alloy wheels, mirrors, and rear badging. Inside, the theme continues with two-tone StarTex water-repellent upholstery and lime stitching.

A 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT driving on a dirt road in the mountains.

Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER Engine

The Onyx Edition XT features a 260-horsepower direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine for 277 pound-feet of torque and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity – providing both lively acceleration and the ability to haul more types of cargo.

A close-up of the standard 18-inch alloy wheels on the 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT.

18-Inch Alloy Wheels

Standard 18-inch alloy wheels feature a gloss black finish and give the Onyx Edition XT a confident and composed foundation.

A view of the rear seat of the 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT showing the two-tone StarTex interior.

Two-Tone StarTex Interior

The Onyx Edition XT cabin surrounds you in StarTex upholstery that’s water-repellent and hard-wearing to withstand countless adventures.

A 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT climbing a steep dirt road.

Dual-Function X-MODE

With standard dual-function X-MODE, the Onyx Edition XT can optimize the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive for snow, dirt, or mud – so you get maximum traction in almost any condition.

Outback Onyx Edition XT

A bold, sophisticated take on Outback style, the Onyx Edition XT features a 260-horsepower direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine. Standard dual-function X-MODE optimizes the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for maximum traction on slippery surfaces. The exterior features unique design accents including black-finish alloy wheels, mirrors, and rear badging. Inside, the theme continues with two-tone StarTex water-repellent upholstery and lime stitching.

A 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT driving on a beach with kayaks mounted to its raised roof rails.

Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER Engine

The Onyx Edition XT features a 260-horsepower direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine for 277 pound-feet of torque and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity – providing both lively acceleration and the ability to haul more types of cargo.

A 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT driving on a dirt road in the mountains.

18-Inch Alloy Wheels

Standard 18-inch alloy wheels feature a gloss black finish and give the Onyx Edition XT a confident and composed foundation.

A close-up of the standard 18-inch alloy wheels on the 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT.

Two-Tone StarTex Interior

The Onyx Edition XT cabin surrounds you in StarTex upholstery that’s water-repellent and hard-wearing to withstand countless adventures.

A view of the rear seat of the 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT showing the two-tone StarTex interior.

Dual-Function X-MODE

With standard dual-function X-MODE, the Onyx Edition XT can optimize the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive for snow, dirt, or mud – so you get maximum traction in almost any condition.

A 2022 Subaru Onyx Edition XT climbing a steep dirt road.