2026 Subaru Outback Touring XT - First Impressions, Features Overview

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Thinking of buying? Watch this detailed tour of the interior controls, tech features, and cargo space to see if this is the right car for you. - Special thanks to: Parkway Subaru http://www.parkwaysubaru.com/ 5924 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28405 (877) 620-0792 2026 Subaru Outback – Buyer’s Guide What’s New for 2026 All-new 7th-generation redesign Stronger, more upright front end with vertical headlights Bigger, boxier cargo area and flatter roofline New 12.1" touchscreen standard on every trim New 12.3" digital gauge cluster standard Quieter, more refined interior with improved materials Updated EyeSight system with camera + radar + new advanced features Premium trim is now the entry model (Base trim discontinued) First-ever electronically controlled dampers on Wilderness Engines 2.5L Naturally Aspirated BOXER (Premium, Limited, Touring) 180 hp / 178 lb-ft Regular 87 octane 2.4L Turbo BOXER (Limited XT, Touring XT, Wilderness) 260 hp / 277 lb-ft High-torque CVT tuning More torque across lower RPM band Trim-by-Trim Breakdown 1. Outback Premium Starting Price: $34,995 Highlights StarTex water-repellent interior 12.1" touchscreen 12.3" digital gauge cluster Heated front seats Power rear gate 18" alloy wheels Blind-Spot Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Reverse Automatic Braking DriverFocus attention monitoring Raised roof rails with 800-lb static load Premium Option Package Adds moonroof, navigation, heated steering wheel, wireless charger, rain-sensing wipers. Best For: Most buyers, daily drivers, value seekers. 2. Outback Limited Starting Price: $41,715 Adds Over Premium Leather-trimmed seating Harman Kardon audio Heated rear seats Power passenger seat Heated steering wheel 18" matte black wheels Navigation included Wireless charger standard Best For: Comfort-first buyers, families. 3. Outback Touring Starting Price: $45,395 Adds Over Limited Nappa leather interior (Java Brown or Slate Black) Ventilated front seats Auto-dimming smart rear-view mirror Power-folding mirrors Surround View Monitor 12-way driver seat w/ thigh extender Full suite of advanced EyeSight upgrades: Highway Hands-Free Assist Active Lane Change Assist Pre-Curve Speed Control Auto Resume Assist Best For: Long-distance travelers, tech-heavy buyers. 4. Outback Limited XT Starting Price: $44,365 Adds Over Limited 2.4L Turbo engine 19" black alloy wheels Dual exhaust Surround View Monitor PTC heater (faster warm-up) Best For: Those wanting luxury + turbo power without paying for the Touring. 5. Outback Touring XT Starting Price: $47,995 Combines All Touring luxury features 2.4L Turbo engine 19" machine-finish wheels Best For: Buyers wanting the most luxurious + most powerful Outback. 6. Outback Wilderness Starting Price: $44,995 Capability Enhancements 9.5" ground clearance 17" matte black wheels Bridgestone all-terrain tires Electronically controlled dampers Dual-function X-MODE Lower transfer gear ratio for off-road control Upgraded approach, departure, breakover angles Underbody protection Appearance & Interior Copper accents StarTex waterproof interior Wilderness-specific bumpers, grille, fog lights Anti-glare hood decal Full-size spare All-weather mats Exclusive graphics on infotainment Wilderness Option Packages Package 22: Moonroof, navigation, Surround View Monitor Package 23: Adds Nappa leather, ventilated seats, upgraded power seats, and more Best For: Off-road enthusiasts or buyers wanting the rugged, adventure look. Color Options Standard: Crystal Black Silica Crimson Red Pearl Geyser Blue Ice Silver Metallic Magnetite Gray Metallic Sapphire Blue Pearl Crystal White Pearl Premium Colors (+$395): Deep Emerald Green Pearl River Rock Pearl Dimensions Cargo: 34.6 cu ft / 80.5 cu ft Ground clearance: 8.7" (9.5" Wilderness) Wheelbase: 108.1" Length: 191.7" Width: 74.0" Fuel tank: 18 gallons Which Trim Should You Buy? Best Value: Premium Best Comfort Pick: Limited Best Touring/Highway Choice: Touring Best Performance Value: Limited XT Best Luxury + Power: Touring XT Best Adventure/Off-Road: Wilderness 39:51 - Window Sticker ai generated music