Subaru Outback seventh generation
The Subaru Outback seventh generation (since 2026): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: BU
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,850 mm RDW | 4,869 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm RDW | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm RDW | 1,715–1,735 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm RDW | 2,745 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,980–1,985 kg RDW | 1,697–1,806 kg |
| Mass in running order | 2,080–2,085 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,560 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,500 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 180 km/h RDW | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/50R20, 235/60R18
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
16 complaints for model years 2026–2026. 1 crash · 4 injuries
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 8 versions of the Subaru Outback seventh generation
United Kingdom 4 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 | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Touring | Electric motor | 185 kW (252 PS) | Electric | 16.6 kWh/100 km WLTP | 0 g/km | 483 km |
| 2026Touring+ | Electric motor | 185 kW (252 PS) | Electric | 16.6 kWh/100 km WLTP | 0 g/km | 484 km |
| 2026AWD | Electric motor | 279 kW (379 PS) | Electric | 15.4 kWh/100 km WLTP | 0 g/km | 523 km |
| 2026Field | Electric motor | 279 kW (379 PS) | Electric | 16.5 kWh/100 km WLTP | 0 g/km | 482 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026–2027SIDI | 2.4 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 229–239 g/km |
| 2026–2027SIDI | 2.5 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
Canada 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Sport utility vehicle: Small | 2.4 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 9.7–10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 229–239 g/km |
| 2026Sport utility vehicle: Small | 2.5 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 199 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.