What Makes the Outback a Subaru?

It all starts with our legendary Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, which gives it the capability to go just about anywhere. Including the rugged areas of Australia which is how it got the name Subaru Outback. The fourth generation of the Subaru Outback was introduced in April 2009 at the New York Auto Show. Subaru introduced improvements to the chassis that they call Dynamic Chassis Control Concept, which uses high-tensile steel in critical areas to achieve high strength with lighter weight. The front-end structure introduces Cradle Mount that isolates the suspension and engine from the passenger compartment for a smoother and quieter ride using rubber mounts.

New for the 2011 generation is a double wishbone rear suspension, with all suspension links and the rear differential isolated from the rear sub-frame with large rubber mounts to minimize noise and vibration intruding into the passenger compartment. Subaru has also added safety technologies such as Electronic Stability Control, Brake Assist, and Electronic Brake-force Distribution to the list of standard features.

In North America, the fifth generation Outback won Motor Trend magazines Sport/Utility of the Year Award for 2010, and Ward's Automotive Group's 2010 Interior of the Year awards in the popular-priced car category under $29,999.

What sets the all-new Subaru Outback apart?

It's a Subaru, so it offers the ideal combination of safety, reliability, capability, and value. Click here to read more about how the 2011 Subaru Outback compares to the competition.

Safety

The all-new Outback is one of the safest vehicles we've ever built, and that means a lot, considering Subaru was the only manufacturer with every 2011 model named an IIHS Top Safety Pick. From its seven airbags, to its 4-wheel disc brakes with Brake Assist, to its VDC electronic stability control, it's loaded with active and passive safety features. Not to mention, it also has the traction of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to help you avoid accidents altogether. In the government's new, more strenuous crash testing for 2011, the Outback earned an overall rating of four stars out of a possible five, with four stars for overall frontal crash protection and four stars for overall side crash protection.

Reliability

Down the road, you'll appreciate Subaru's long-standing reputation for dependability. In fact, 96% of all Subaru vehicles sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today.** This is in part thanks to the unique, naturally balanced design of our SUBARU BOXER® engines, and our owners manual that gives you step by step instruction to help make each Subaru last a lifetime.

Capability

The 2011 Subaru Outback features road gripping Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, which gives you peace of mind in any weather. The Subaru Outback has increased it's size and concerted effort to be more of an SUB than a wagon. Ride quality is now better than ever, sopping up bumps in a elegant manner that provides comfort without complete isolation.

The base 2.5-liter engine provides a punch of power when asked to deliver around town whether it's the manual or the automatic (CVT), which just so happens to be one of the best on the market. If you're frequently carrying lots of passengers or cargo, the 3.6-liter six-cylinder is the better choice, and its increased torque is welcome on hilly terrain.

Value

Our vehicles have always been known for their incredible value, so it's no wonder Subaru was just awarded the industry's highest predicted resale value by ALG and Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com.*** When you also consider the all-new Outback's true cost of ownership, and low maintenance and fuel costs, it becomes an even better value.