The 2027 Subaru Outback Costs Less Than Last Year (Yes, Really!)

For the 2027 model year, the Subaru Outback is adding a new entry-level model with more content than in the past and a starting price below $35,000. Going beyond that, the lineup as a whole will receive a price drop when models arrive at dealerships later this year from a plant in Japan.

The lineup starts with the $34,540 base model, which is $2,000 less than the cheapest version last year. The rest of the lineup is about $1000 lower, on average.

“The return of an entry-level Subaru Outback trim for 2027 underscores our commitment to providing consumers with affordable, safe, and reliable vehicles,” said Jeff Walters, president and COO of Subaru of America, Inc., in a release.

The entry-level Outback still gets the new 12.1-inch infotainment screen and 12.3-inch driver display as well as EyeSight drive-assist tech. It is powered by a 2.5-liter boxer engine and CVT, which at 180 horsepower is not going to be winning any stoplight drag races. The all-wheel-drive system is standard, and it comes with X-Mode and hill descent control for off-road or slippery conditions. For heated seats, add the all-weather package. The SUV rides on 18-inch wheels with all-season tires.

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2026 Subaru Outback

Higher Trims, More Features

The Outback Limited upgrades the upholstery, audio system, and throws in the heated seats. It starts at $41,540, $1,720 less than the prior year.

The Outback Touring starts at $45,040, a drop of $1,900. The Touring comes with leather seats, heated and cooled front seats, and a more sophisticated EyeSight system with more features that include highway hands-free driving assist technology with lane change assist.

The Limited XT adds a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder boxer engine, and this is where the power becomes much more satisfying with 260 horses and 277 lb-ft of torque. The wheels measure 19 inches. The 2027 model starts at $45,040, which is a $770 reduction. The hands-fee driving assist is standard.

The Touring XT is the top of the lineup, starting at $48,140, or $1,400 lower than the 2026 model. It also has the more powerful 2.4-liter engine under the hood.

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2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness

Wilderness for the Adventurer

The Outback Wilderness for the more adventurous is the third trim to start at $45,040, which is $1,000 less than the 2026 model. The Wilderness also has the more powerful engine, a higher ride height, durable upholstery, electronically controlled adaptive dampers, and dual-mode X-mode with more settings for tough terrain. The 17-inch wheels have all-terrain tires.

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There are a couple options packages: the first adds a power moonroof, upgraded infotainment, and a surround view monitor for $1,995. Another package adds Nappa leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, a 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, an eight-way power-adjustable passenger’s seat, the highway hands-free assist with lane change assist, and emergency stop assist with safe lane selection for $5,090.