Subaru Australia general manager Blair Read says the launch of the sixth generation of the all-wheel-drive Outback wagon is timely, as the brand celebrates the model’s 25th anniversary and more than 50,000 sales locally.
The new Outback becomes the fourth Subaru model, after Impreza, XV and Forester, to transition to a 12-month/12,500-kilometre capped price service schedule.
“The new Outback epitomises all the qualities for which the model has become famous over the last quarter of a century: strength, quality, style, engineering, safety and – of course – fun,” Read says.
“Safety and Subaru are synonymous, but it’s sometimes the unsung, or unseen, details that distinguish the sheer strength and capability of our vehicles from the pack.
“The strategic use of high-tensile steel and new generation bonding in key areas of Outback’s frame, add to its energy absorbing ability in collisions.
“Also, the additional features in the EyeSight driver assist system offer occupants even greater peace-of-mind and security, which deserve credit in contributing to road safety.
“These include Speed Sign Recognition, a first for Subaru, which helps driver’s keep to speed limits. It’s one of EyeSight’s many intelligent components, with the ability to recognize speed limit signs and visually notify the driver,” he says.
The three-model line includes the new entry-level Outback priced from $39,990, the mid-range Outback Sport priced from $44,490, and the top-spec Outback Touring priced from $47,490.
It is the first Subaru specifically designed to withstand collision impacts under the new Mobile Progressive Deformable Barrier (MPDB) testing, and it is also the first Subaru to include front passenger seat cushion airbag, so the new Outback now has eight airbags.
Every new Outback is powered by a heavily revised Direct Injection 2.5-litre Horizontally Opposed Boxer engine, with power output improved from 129 Kilowatts to 138 kW and torque up from 235 Newton metres to 245 Nm.
Combined with significant Lineartronic CVT refinements, including the 8-speed manual mode, it produces a new level of drivability and refinement says Subaru Australia.
The Outback now features the stylish and durable cladding that was previously exclusive to the upper range variants, together with a 11.6-inch tablet-like touch screen, power driver and passenger seats, Driver Monitoring System (DMS), 18-inch grey alloy wheels, smart entry and push-button ignition.
The Outback X adds adventurer-friendly features, such as, water resistant seat upholstery with green accents both inside and out, 18-inch dark grey alloy wheels, heated front and rear seats, handsfree power rear tailgate, and sat nav.
The Outback Touring adds Nappa leather seat upholstery, a heated steering wheel, an electric sunroof and Harman Kardon audio to its feature list.
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