The all-new, most adventurous, most reliable,
safest, best Subaru Outback ever.

The 2020 Outback features standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with up to 33 MPG**. With upgrades to safety, capability, comfort and technology, the Outback now offers the Subaru DriverFocus™ Distraction Mitigation System for the first time ever. And it’s still designed to be the long-lasting and dependable adventure companion you love, with 98% of Outback vehicles sold in the last 10 years still on the road today.

The Most Comfortable Outback Ever

All-New Onyx Edition XT

A 2020 Outback Onyx Edition XT with surf boards on its roof rack, driving along the beach.

Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER
Engine

The Onyx Edition XT features a 260-horsepower direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine delivering 277 pound-feet of torque for thrilling daily driving and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity while still reaching up to 30 MPG highway.

The 2020 Outback Onyx Edition XT wheels and black trim on a rocky dirt road.

Exclusive Exterior Accents and
Wheels

The Onyx Edition XT sets itself apart with black-finished exterior mirrors and rear badging. Standard 18-inch alloy wheels feature a gloss black finish for a confident and composed foundation.

The 2020 Outback Onyx Edition XT StarTex interior, looking out the rear cargo door.

Two-Tone StarTex Interior

The Onyx Edition XT cabin surrounds you in StarTex upholstery that’s water-repellant and hard-wearing to stand up to the most rugged adventuring.

A 2020 Outback Onyx Edition XT climbing a steep, rutted dirt road.

Dual-Function X-MODE

With standard dual-function X-MODE, the Onyx Edition XT can optimize the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive for snow, dirt, or mud and Hill Descent Control for stability on difficult grades — so you get maximum traction in almost any condition.

Go-Everywhere Capability

A 2020 Outback Onyx Edition with mountain bikes on its roof rack, driving up a rocky dirt road.

8.7 Inches of Ground Clearance and X-MODE®

With 8.7 inches of ground clearance and standard X-MODE, the 2020 Outback can take you almost anywhere. X-MODE works by optimizing the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for maximum traction on slippery surfaces and Hill Descent Control gives you extra stability and confidence when descending more difficult grades.

X-MODE standard on: All models
Dual-function X-MODE standard on: Onyx Edition XT

A man preparing the roof rails on the 2020 Outback Onyx Edition.

Standard Raised Roof Rails with Enhanced
Tie-Downs

Standard roof rails with integrated crossbars provide additional versatility for equipment like kayaks, bikes, skis, and cargo carriers and can fold away when not in use. The enhanced tie-downs on the 2020 Outback give you even more flexibility and make it easier to rack and unrack your cargo.

Standard on: All models

Secure and Protected

A close-up of the dashboard DriverFocus screen in the 2020 Outback.

Subaru DriverFocus™ Distraction Mitigation System

New for the 2020 Outback, the Subaru DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System is like having an attentive co-pilot along for the ride. This advanced system is available to give a helpful alert if a driver becomes distracted or drowsy and, for added convenience, it can also recognize up to five different drivers and remember their preferences, like seat position, climate settings, and outside mirror position.

Optional on: Limited
Standard on: Touring, Limited XT, Touring XT

A cooler is detected with Reverse Automatic Braking on the 2020 Outback.

All-Around Awareness

The 2020 Outback features an entire suite of available safety technologies to help protect you and your passengers. The Blind-Spot Detection system warns you with a visual indicator in each side mirror if it senses a vehicle in your blind spots. Rear Cross-Traffic Alert helps warn you of traffic approaching from the side as you are backing up. And, with available Reverse Automatic Braking, your vehicle can even stop itself to help avoid objects behind you.

Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert standard on: Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, Touring XT
Available on: Premium

Reverse Automatic Braking standard on: Limited, Touring, Limited XT, Touring XT
Available on: Onyx Edition XT

A 2020 Outback Onyx Edition XT with kayaks on its roof rack, driving near the shore.

360 Degrees of Visibility

A newly available 180-Degree Front View Monitor gives you confidence that your path ahead is safe and clear, and a standard Rear-Vision Camera enhances your view when reversing.

180-Degree Front View Monitor
Standard on: Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Touring XT

Rear-Vision Camera Standard on: All models

Close-up of a smartphone with a 2020 Outback in the background.

Updated SUBARU STARLINK® Safety and Security

Whether you're on the road, at your computer, or on your mobile device, a subscription to STARLINK Safety and Security can help keep you and your Outback safe. Advanced Automatic Collision Notification will alert an operator in the event of an accident. SOS Emergency Assistance can get you roadside help at the push of a button. Plus, there are convenience features to make driving even more enjoyable, like Remote Engine Start with Climate Control, accessible via your smartphone, customizable vehicle alerts, and STARLINK Concierge services.

Standard on: Premium, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, Touring XT

Learn more about SUBARU STARLINK® Safety and Security

A 2020 Outback driving on a country highway.

Advanced Visibility

Every 2020 Outback features LED headlights for a bright, clear view of the road ahead. And you can get a clearer look around every bend with available LED Steering Responsive Headlights, which actively track in the direction of a turn to enhance visibility. Standard High Beam Assist can automatically switch the headlights between the high and low settings when an oncoming vehicle is detected, enhancing safety for both you and other drivers on the road.

LED Headlights standard on: All models
Steering Responsive Headlights standard on: Limited, Touring, Limited XT, Touring XT

High Beam Assist standard on: All models

Versatile and Comfortable

Even More Cargo Room

Even full of passengers, the 2020 Outback still gives you 32.5 cubic feet of cargo space. And the available cargo area release levers make it even easier to fold the rear seats down, giving you up to 75.7 cubic feet of volume to haul more gear.

A backseat passenger with a tablet using the built-in Wi-Fi on a 2020 Outback.

Built-In Wi-Fi Hotspot Connectivity

With built-in Wi-Fi capability, all your passengers can be entertained on every trip, streaming and sharing their favorite content online using the 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. From the moment you start your Outback, up to eight devices can connect. Then everyone can easily stream their TV shows, movies, and music, or play games, check email, and much more.

Standard on: Premium, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, and Touring XT

A close-up of a Harman Kardon speaker in a 2020 Outback.

Premium Audio

The Harman Kardon premium audio system captures detail-rich acoustics through enhanced sound control and superior high sound output. At the heart of the system lies a high-performance 8-Channel, class-D amplifier pumping out 576 equivalent watts of power. The amplifier works to efficiently distribute clean audio signals to the vehicle’s 12-speaker sound system — including a dedicated center channel speaker and subwoofer. Harman’s Clari-Fi Technology restores and corrects audio fidelity, resulting in musical reproduction that sounds clearer, crisper, and more dynamic.

Standard on: Limited, Touring, Limited XT, Touring XT

With its versatile combination of roomy passenger comfort and adaptable cargo space, you can reconfigure the 2020 Outback to handle any adventure.

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    A 2020 Outback with cargo on its roof rack parked in the wilderness.

    The Quietest Outback Ever

    The 2020 Outback is built on the Subaru Global Platform, using extensive high-strength steel for 70% more rigidity, long-lasting quality, and the quietest ride yet. With great durability and vibration resistance, the Global Platform provides enhanced crash safety, better driving feel, and confidence for years to come.

    A close-up of the power rear gate buttons on the 2020 Outback.

    Power Rear Gate

    A hands-free Power Rear Gate is available to allow automatic opening even when your arms are full. And for added convenience, a single touch on the gate button lets it close and lock the entire vehicle.

    Standard on: Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, Touring XT
    Available on: Premium

    The passenger seats of a 2020 Outback.

    Power Seats with Memory

    A 10-way adjustable power driver's seat with 2-position memory function and a power passenger seat with height adjustment are available to give extra comfort and customization on every trip.

    Power driver's and front passenger seats standard on: Premium, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, Touring XT
    2-position memory function standard on: Limited, Touring, Limited XT, Touring XT

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