While most other automakers design a front or rear-wheel drive vehicle and then retrofit it with all-wheel drive, Subaru designs the entire vehicle for all-wheel drive. This means the Outback is properly balanced and equipped for this purpose, giving it a driving experience that is unmatched in its vehicle class.

Marketed for off-road use, the Outback Wilderness has 17" wheels with standard all-terrain tires, enhanced body cladding, and synthetic upholstery.

Spun off the Subaru Legacy mid-size sedan platform, the Outback started as a four-door, five-passenger wagon with increased ground clearance and more rugged styling.

Eco friendly, all-wheel drive, tearing up the snow and dominating rally races across the world, Subaru stands above most when it comes to their car culture. If we love our Subaru, we all know at least one “Subie” enthusiast who takes it more seriously than we do!

Subaru is the only auto manufacturer that uses a boxer engine in every vehicle. Porsche uses a boxer engine in a few models, but not all. The boxer engine's flat layout allows engine output to flow directly into the transmission, which reduces inefficiencies and results in better fuel economy.

The 2023 Subaru Outback checks off all the boxes many people buy an SUV for: ample space, cargo-carrying versatility, standard all-wheel drive and extra ground clearance. It also has an undeniable rugged look and vibe. The Outback then goes further than simply checking the normal boxes.

The automotive division of Subaru Corp. makes Subaru cars and SUVs. The Japanese multinational conglomerate is the parent to Subaru of America, based in Camden, New Jersey. North American Subaru production takes place at its assembly plant in Indiana.

Lafayette, Indiana The Outback is built at Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) in Lafayette, Indiana along with the Ascent, Legacy, and Impreza.

Subaru's Outback is a smart alternative to an SUV. Although lower than a typical SUV, it can easily haul long items. The base 2.5-liter four-cylinder does the job but can feel strained when quicker speed is needed. The optional 260-hp, 2.4-liter turbo engine transforms the wagon with effortless acceleration.

The other thing about the Outback that's always been a strong point is that it's a very durable, simple car. The new Outback has a new infotainment system, which is higher tech than anything that's ever been in an Outback before, but otherwise it retains a lot of its roots.

There are plenty of aspects that make Subaru a Subaru and separate them from the competition: standard safety features, standard all-wheel drive, and the reliable Subaru Boxer engines are only some of the many reasons why Subarus sell in such great numbers and retain their resale value so well.

The stars on our logo represent the Pleiades constellation or the six star group, reflecting that Fuji Heavy Industries (which later became Subaru Corporation) was formed thanks to the capital contributions from five companies that sprang from Nakajima Aircraft (our original company name).

Lafayette, Indiana The Outback is built at Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) in Lafayette, Indiana along with the Ascent, Legacy, and Impreza.

Remember, American Outbacks are built at Subaru's plant in West Lafayette, Ind., while Japanese Legacy Outbacks are built locally in Gunma Prefecture.