2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness

  • Vehicle: 5-door, 5-seat, crossover SUV
  • Dimensions: 191.7’ L x 74.0” W x 68.3” H, 108.1” wheelbase
  • Cargo area (behind 2nd/1st rows): 34.6/80.5 cu.-ft.
  • Engine: Turbocharged 2.4L F-4
  • Power: 260 hp, 277 lb.-ft.
  • Transmission/Driven wheels: CVT/AWD
  • MPG: 21 city/27 hwy/23 cmb
  • MSRP: $46,445 (including $1,450 destination charge), $48,885 (as tested)

Pros

  • Even more useful than the well-thought-out standard Outback
  • Vastly improved handling and feel than the outgoing Wilderness
  • Loads of easy-to-use space for the second row and cargo areas
  • Dual-mode X-mode effective in the sloppiest of slop

Cons

  • Fuel economy figures fall behind the times
  • More purposeful-looking than the standard Outback, but still awkward
  • At this price point, make ventilated seats standard, please
  • Surround-view camera system should also come standard

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