Subaru Outback fifth generation

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The Subaru Outback fifth generation (2015–2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 20 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: BS

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,820 mm RDW	4,820 mm TC	4,816 mm
Width	1,840 mm RDW	1,840 mm TC	1,839 mm
Height	1,610 mm RDW	1,680 mm TC	1,679 mm
Wheelbase	2,750 mm RDW	2,750 mm TC	2,746 mm
Front track	1,575 mm ASTRA	1,570 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,590 mm ASTRA	1,580 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,567–1,583 kg RDW	1,614–1,744 kg TC	1,630 kg
Mass in running order	1,667–1,683 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,100 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	2,000 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Performance
Top speed	198–210 km/h RDW	–	–
Torque	235–350 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/65R17, 225/60R18

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2015–2019: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
3 years	94.6% (92.5–96.2)	92.2%	578
4–5 years	93.8% (92.8–94.6)	91.0%	2,812
6–8 years	90.0% (89.1–90.8)	86.4%	5,107
9–12 years	85.0% (82.2–87.4)	77.9%	725

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	22.4%	26.7%
Brakes	19.5%	19.2%
Suspension	9.7%	10.8%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	5.4%	6.6%
Lights and electrics	4.9%	7.7%
Noise, emissions and leaks	1.5%	3.0%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,916 complaints for model years 2015–2019. 125 crashes · 17 fires · 92 injuries

Electrical system 1,416
Visibility and wipers 1,098
Engine 219
Transmission and drivetrain 123
Speed control 118
Steering 117

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 20 versions of the Subaru Outback fifth generation

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European Union 9 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	CO₂	EU registrations
2015–2019	2.5 L	129 kW (175 PS)	Petrol	161–166 g/km	32,255
2018–2019	2.5 L	129 kW (175 PS)	LPG	164–166 g/km	378
2015–2019	2.0 L	110 kW (150 PS)	Diesel	159–163 g/km	8,847
2019	2.5 L	129 kW (175 PS)	Natural gas	166 g/km	26
2018	2.0 L	110 kW (150 PS)	Petrol	166 g/km	12
2017	2.5 L	194 kW (264 PS)	Petrol	161 g/km	298
2017	2.0 L	165 kW (224 PS)	Diesel	159 g/km	58
2017	2.5 L	–	LPG	161 g/km	30
2015	2.5 L	127 kW (173 PS)	Petrol	175 g/km	82

United Kingdom 6 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2019SE · SE Premium	2.5 L	129 kW (175 PS)	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	8.6 L/100 km WLTP	–
2015–20182.0D SE · 2.0D SE Premium	2.0 L	–	Diesel	6-speed manual	5.6 L/100 km NEDC	145 g/km
2015–20182.0D SE Lineartronic · 2.0D SE Premium Lineartronic	2.0 L	–	Diesel	Continuously variable (CVT)	6.1 L/100 km NEDC	159 g/km
2015–20182.5i SE Lineartronic · 2.5i SE Premium Lineartronic	2.5 L	–	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	7.0 L/100 km NEDC	161 g/km
20182.5i SE Premium	2.5 L	–	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	7.3 L/100 km NEDC	166 g/km
2018SE	2.5 L	–	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	7.3 L/100 km NEDC	203 g/km

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2015–2019	2.5 L	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	All-wheel drive	28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA	198–199 g/km
2015–2019	3.6 L	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	All-wheel drive	22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA	247 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2015–2019Sport utility vehicle: Small	2.5 L	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	8.3–8.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	191–198 g/km
2015–2019Sport utility vehicle: Small	3.6 L	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	242–247 g/km
2015–2017Sport utility vehicle: Small	2.5 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	9.7–9.8 L/100 km 5-cycle	223–229 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.