2026 Subaru Outback
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An Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick+, the all-new 2026 Subaru Outback is one of the safest vehicles on the road today.
By Jared Gall
April 30, 2026
The Subaru Outback is almost all-new for 2026, but the powertrains largely carry over. See how the Subaru's fuel economy compares to competitive mid-size SUVs.
By Jared Gall
April 14, 2026
Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2026 Subaru Outback.
By Jennifer Geiger
March 18, 2026
Subaru’s delayed release of its all-new hands-free highway-driving tech on the 2026 Outback is available for free as an update.
By Cars.com Editors
March 5, 2026
We pored over the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness and 2026 Toyota 4Runner at the 2026 Chicago Auto Show to help you decide which one you should choose.
By Damon Bell
February 16, 2026
The 2026 SUV market features a notable redesign with the hybrid-only Toyota RAV4 as well as all-new EVs like the Rivian R2 and Subaru Trailseeker. Favorites like the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride also get significant redesigns.
By Joe Bruzek
February 11, 2026
The 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness’ new electronic adaptive suspension makes for one of the smoothest-riding, off-road-capable SUVs we’ve ever driven.
By Conner Golden
January 22, 2026
Subaru has addressed every issue we ever had with the old Outback, making the 2026 redesign a veritable masterpiece of family transportation in the process.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
When the 2026 Outback goes on sale, it'll start at $36,445 — $5,030 higher than the 2025 model’s price. What do you get for the price jump?
By Jennifer Geiger
August 25, 2025
Subaru’s redesigned Outback boasts a fresh, attractive interior packed with comfort features and the latest tech, but it comes at a significant uptick in price.
By Jared Gall
August 22, 2025