If you’re an outdoorsy family person with a need for a spacious, capable SUV, there is a chance you’ve looked the way of a Subaru Outback! And for 2025, Subaru is continuing to build on this popular “wagon-like” SUV, with more standard features. This article is going to cover all the updates for the 2025 Subaru Outback but be sure to watch the video at the bottom of this article for an in-depth design review!

What’s New for 2025?

  • Limited (base engine) Now standard with Driver Distraction Mitigation system, Power Moonroof, 360 Degree Heated Wheel

Trims and Pricing

MSRP with AWD:

Base: $28,895

Premium: $31,195

Onyx Edition: $36,105

Limited: $37,885

Touring: $40,345

XT Oynx Edition: $39,365

XT Wilderness: $39,960

XT Limited: $40,195

XT Touring: $42,795

Only one trim has a price rise for 2025, which is befittingly the Limited model in with the base engine configuration.

Air ball and slam dunk

Slam Dunk: The Premium trim brings a lot of value for the money

Air Ball: The Center console area is lacking in size and practicality

Outback Front
Outback Grille
Outback Side
Outback Rear
Outback Interior

Design and Features

As mentioned above, please watch the video linked below for a full in-depth exploration of the exterior design and differences. The Outback continues to have its elongated SUV design, with a lot of Subaru’s rugged signature cladding! If this is a bit much for you, the new 2025 Forester is always a consideration, which we have an article and videos on!

Here is the full breakdown of what we currently know about the feature availability:

Feature

Availability

Exterior

LED Headlights

Standard with LEDs and Adaptive Abilities | Different Designs for Different Trims

LED Fog Lamps

Standard

Ground Clearance

8.7-inches on standard models

Wheels

17 or 18-inch alloys depending on trim

Mirrors

Onyx+: BSM| Optonal: Auto Dimming

LED Taillights

Standard Partial LED

Exhaust Outlets

Single Exposed Standard

Towing Capacity

2,700 lbs | XT: 3,500 lbs

Forward Emergency Braking

Standard on all Outback Models

Lane Keep Assist

Auto High Beams

Adaptive Cruise Control

Rear Auto Braking

Onyx+

 

When it comes to the Interior, the Outback will also be full of practicality.

Interior

Smart Entry

Onyx+

Seat Materials

Cloth, Leatherette, Leather, or Nappa Leather

Seat Adjustment

Standard: Manual | Premium+: 10-way power | Memory: Limited+

Push Button Start

Onyx+

Gauge Cluster

Standard: 4.2-in Display

Head-up Display

Not Available

Steering Wheel

Premium+: Leather Wrapped | Heating: Onyx+ | 360 degree heating on Limited+

Wireless Charging

Optional

360 Degree Camera

Not available | Front View Monitor Available

2-Zone Climate Controls

Premium+

Seat Climate

Heated Seats: Premium+ | Ventilated Seats: Touring only

Audio System

Standard: 4-Speakers | Premium+: 6-speakers | Limited+: 12-speaker Harmon Kardon Audio

Screen

Standard: Dual 7-inch displays | Premium+: 11.6-inch display with Wireless Connections | Navigation: Touring and XT Limited+

Rearview Mirror

Touring: Camera Mirror

Moonroof

Available or standard on most trims

 

The rear of the Outback is also well-equipped, making it competitive within the segment.

Rear Amenities

Heated Rear Seats

Limited+ and all XT models

Seat Recline

Standard

Rear Vents and Outlets

Premium+

Tailgate

Hands-Free Power on Onyx+

 

For in depth details on the 2025 Outback, watch our full first look review linked at the bottom of this article.

Outback Grille

What’s Under the Hood?

Unlike its similar sibling, the Forester, the Outback offers two powertrains to equip:

  • Base: 2.5L BOXER 4-cylinder: 182 hp | 176 lb.ft

 

  • XT: 2.4L Turbo Boxer 4: 260 hp | 277 lb.ft of torque
  • Standard on Wilderness only
  • Opt on Onyx, Limited, Touring

Each engine has a Lineartronic CVT and standard Symmetrical AWD. The fuel economy for each model is unchanged for 2025, as rated by the EPA:

Base: 26/32/28 MPG

XT: 22/29/25 MPG

Wilderness: 21/26/23 MPG

We hope you have found this overview of the 2025 Subaru Outback helpful! For a more detailed first look of the Outback, please watch our video below! What do you think of the 2025 Subaru Outback? Let us know in the comments!