Subaru Outback 2.5i Touring AWD – This week we have had the opportunity to spend some more time in a Subaru Outback Touring and we have the opportunity to bring you the little things that make this SUV special.
One standout feature is the large vertical central screen which is some 11.6 inches tall and operates like a smartphone. There are four distinct zones, at the top is simple information like time, temperature etc. At the bottom the climate controls are always visible, which is great as I hate having to go deep into a menu simply to turn up the temp or fan.
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Outback central screen either has a popup display when you want to set the seat heaters or similar as well as a menu driven function for things like X Mode or navigation, reversing camera and more driver assist controls.
The key is that the clarity, functionality and ease of use is amongst the best in the industry irrespective of price of the vehicle and it also looks well integrated and pretty cool I have to say.
Subaru Outback with the latest generation EyeSight driver assist system, Active Torque Split AWD and dual-mode X-MODE also makes the Outback Touring one of the safest vehicles on the market.
Priced from $48,990 plus the usual costs the Outback Touring is an absolute bargain.
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Im Rob Fraser
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What is good? | What is not so good? |
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Model | Subaru Outback Touring AWD |
| Model Price | $48,990 MLP* |
| Engine | 2.5L Boxer 4 Cyl |
| Drivetrain | CVT 8 Step manual mode, Active Split Torque AWD with X-Mode |
| Power | 138kW @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 245 NM @ 3,400 to 4,600 rpm |
| Safety | Five Star ANCAP (tested 2021) |
| CO2 Emissions | 168 g/km |
| Economy ADR | 7.3 L/100km |
| Servicing | 12 Months / 12500 km (62,500 KM) Capped Price Service Plan |
| Warranty | 5yr/ Unlimited km with 5 Yr. conditional roadside assist |
*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)
Overall Rating | 93/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 9 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Equipment | 9 |
| Performance | 8 |
| Ride and Handling | 9 |
| Practicality | 10 |
| Fit for Purpose | 10 |
| AWD/Towing Capability* | 10 |
| Technology/connectivity | 9 |
| Value for Money | 10 |
*Towing and AWD capability is measured against similar vehicles in the same class.
Dimensions | |
| Overall Length | 4870mm |
| Wheelbase | 2745mm |
| Width / Height | 1875mm / 1675mm |
| Unladen ground clearance / wading depth | Up to 213mm / TBA mm |
| Approach / Rampover / Departure (degrees) | TBA |
| Fuel Tank / Turning Circle | 63 Litres / 11.0mts KTK |
| Boot Capacity Max / Min (L) | 1711 / 522 |
| Kerb Weight / GVM / GCM | 1661kg / 2200kg / 4200KG |
| Towing Capacity / Tow Ball rating* | 2000kg / 200kg |
*Towing and Off Road capability is measured relative to other vehicles in the class. It is not to be used as a measure against vehicles in other classes.
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- Behind the Wheel - 9/109/10
- Comfort - 9/109/10
- Equipment - 9/109/10
- Performance - 8/108/10
- Ride and Handling - 9/109/10
- Practicality - 10/1010/10
- Fit for Purpose - 10/1010/10
- AWD/Towing Capability* - 10/1010/10
- Technology/connectivity - 9/109/10
- Value for Money - 10/1010/10
Summary
Subaru Outback 2.5i Touring AWD – One standout feature is the large vertical central screen. The screen itself is some 11.6 inches tall and operates like a smartphone.
Priced from $48,990 plus the usual costs the Outback Touring is an absolute bargain.
