There is a New Outback in Town: the 2023 Subaru Outback

There are new and exciting things on the horizon at Subaru of Troy, your local Subaru dealer. While every Outback model has plenty to be thrilled about, the revised and renewed, 2023 Subaru Outback already has drivers, experts, and dealers stoked to learn more. The Subaru Outback has gained popularity for its good looks, dependability, and standard all-wheel drive, combined with respectable fuel economy and enough cargo room, so you can help your friends move if you should choose to do so. The Subaru Outback ticks off so many “must have” boxes that many drivers find that once they go Subie, it’s hard to choose any other SUV.

The 2023 Outback is a mid-generation refresh, which means it’s not completely all-new, but enough details have been reimagined or added to the standard lineup that this an Outback to make drivers of all types of vehicles sit up and pay attention. Whether you’re looking for a weekend adventure vehicle, something trustworthy to drive in town and country, or something safe and sizable without being too huge, the 2023 Outback is designed to make your driving dreams come true.

Power and Performance – Outback Style

One of the areas in which the Outback excels is drivability. While there are certainly SUVs that offer larger and more powerful engines, the Subaru Outback is known for driving and maneuvering with the same respectful manners as a sedan. Part of this is from standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, which allows close contact with the road and added torque when things get slippery or rough. Also on board are Active Torque Vectoring, Vehicle Dynamics Control, and X-MODE with Hill Descent Control. All of these engineering feats work together to provide drivers with a ride that defies the stereotypes that SUVs earned over the years.

The 2023 Subaru Outback will be equipped with one of two engines. The standard offering on many trims is the 2.5L naturally-aspirated flat-4 Boxer, which offers 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. When properly equipped, this engine has the ability to tow up to up to 2,700 pounds. Furthermore, it’s much gentler on your fuel budget than many other SUVs, providing an estimated 33 miles per gallon on the highways.

The second engine option is standard on the Wilderness and XT trims and offered as an available option on other trims. This Boxer is a 2.4L turbocharged version, which delivers 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. With its added pep, this engine can tow up to 3,500 pounds, the most offered by any Outback to date. Drivers who choose an Outback equipped with this engine can enjoy up to 30 miles per gallon on the highways, as well.

Safety Features for All in the 2023 Subaru Outback

Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology comes standard on all Outbacks, but the 2023 model year will offer a few fascinating extras.

The standard EyeSight Driver Assist package includes Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, which not only maintains speed but keeps you moving safely within your own lane. Subaru’s DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System is powered by infrared and facial recognition technology, which observes when drivers are sleepy or distracted, and provides both visual and audio alerts to help drivers maintain attention on the road. Upgrades to this system for the new model year will increase the system’s ability to recognize traffic and movement in the road ahead.

Other new features include Automatic Emergency Steering and an automated Pre-Collision Braking feature, which help drivers avoid potential accidents by adding braking power and steering if possible. Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert will include these features to assist drivers in staying safe when making potentially dangerous maneuvers.

Also exciting is the available Front View Monitor, which provides a 180-degree view from the front of the vehicle, eliminating blind spots and giving drivers a full perspective on the 11.6-inch display system. Those drivers who select the Touring trim can enjoy a Wide-Angle Mono Camera view, which allows the standard EyeSight cameras to capture more details when driving through intersections, providing alerts and emergency braking to avoid pedestrians and bikers.

Which 2023 Subaru Outback Is Right for Me?

Subaru is an auto manufacturer that celebrates the uniqueness and diversity among US drivers. After all, some people enjoy the Outback’s 8.7-inch ground clearance when off-roading, while others appreciate it most when heading down gravel driveways. The maximum 75.7 cubic feet of cargo room can be filled with camping supplies, your canine companions, strollers and baby accouterments, priceless antiques, or your buddy’s furniture, depending on your own personal needs. That’s why the 2023 Subaru Outback will be offered in a variety of trims, starting with the base Outback model. From there, drivers can option up into the Premium, Onyx Edition, Wilderness, Limited, or Touring trims.

While Subaru hasn’t disclosed all of the details on the upcoming 2023 model trims, there are a few important teasers that have been released. First, the Onyx trim will now have the option of either engine, allowing drivers to choose their own adventure. Additionally, this trim will be decked out in black finish exterior details with a unique two-tone grey interior. The seat upholstery consists of StarTex material, which is known for its water-repellent properties and long-term durability. The Onyx Edition will also include the new Front View Monitor and a hands-free power-operated tailgate.

Subaru also announced a few available upgrades across the lineup, including an available 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with 4-way lumbar adjustments. An 11.6-inch STARLINK Multimedia Plus system will be added to the Outback, with standard wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, allowing drivers to stream audio, take phone calls, and access apps from the touchscreen.

W3W fans will be happy to know that the 2023 Subaru Outback will be the first vehicle in the manufacturer’s stable to include integrated W3W service. What3words is a new location technology that divides our planet into a 10-foot by 10-foot grid and labels each square with its own combination of three words. This allows adventurers to quickly share their location, must-see trails, and fantastic campsites that might otherwise be hard to find with standard navigation.

Where to Learn More about the 2023 Subaru Outback

As we approach the latest Outback’s 2023 launch date, Subaru will likely release more information and images of what we can expect. For now, your local Subaru dealer will be happy to keep you up to date on how you can get your hands on this even-more-exciting version of the vehicle that has become an SUV classic.

Whether you hit the dirt roads or the highway, the Subaru Outback is well-equipped with features to keep you safe. Combine this with the dependability that we have come to expect from Subaru vehicles and even greater drivability, and the 2023 Outback may find itself inviting even more drivers to the Subie world. When it comes to versatility and reliability, many drivers find that there’s nothing quite like the Outback, which keeps them in the drivers’ seat year after year, model after model.

If you’re interested in a vehicle that can meet a variety of expectations, perhaps it’s time to check out the Subaru Outback in person. Can too much capability be a bad thing? If so, don’t tell the Outback– it’s doing its very best.