Subaru Outback for Sale
By CarWhere Research · Updated
Looking for a Subaru Outback for sale? The 2027 Outback runs from $32,995 (Outback base) to $46,595 (Touring XT) in starting MSRP. Shopping used? Check which Outback years to avoid and the known issues for each generation below before you buy. Enter your ZIP below to search live inventory near you.
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Starting MSRP
$32,995
2027 model year
Top trim MSRP
$46,595
Touring XT
Generations covered
3
2020–2025 to now
New Outback: 2027 trims and starting MSRPs
Starting MSRPs for the 2027 model year (Seventh generation (2027 model year)) from CarWhere's trim-level data, which records the manufacturer's published prices. Destination, taxes, fees and options are extra unless a row's note says otherwise.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Outback (base) | $32,995 | excl. $1,545 destination (2027 MY) |
| Premium | $34,995 | excl. $1,545 destination (2027 MY); same price as 2026 |
| Limited | $39,995 | excl. $1,545 destination (2027 MY); $1,720 less than 2026 |
| Touring | $43,495 | excl. $1,545 destination (2027 MY); $1,900 less than 2026 |
| Limited XT | $43,595 | excl. $1,545 destination (2027 MY); $770 less than 2026 |
| Wilderness | $43,995 | excl. $1,545 destination (2027 MY); $1,000 less than 2026 |
| Touring XT | $46,595 | excl. $1,545 destination (2027 MY); $1,400 less than 2026 |
Engines, equipment and previous-generation trims: Outback trim levels explained
Used Outback: generations and model years
Used Outbacks for sale span 3 generations in CarWhere's data, with the Seventh generation (2026–present) on sale new. Knowing which generation a listing belongs to tells you which engines, recalls and known issues apply.
Seventh generation (2027 model year) · 2026–presentCurrent
The seventh-generation Outback launched for 2026 as a six-trim lineup starting with Premium. For 2027 Subaru brought back an entry-level base trim and cut most other trim prices by about $1,000 on average. Every trim uses a CVT and Symmetrical AWD; Highway Hands-Free Assist is now standard on Limited XT.
Sixth generation, final model year (2025) · 2020–2025
The final sixth-generation Outback offered nine trims for 2025, including Onyx Edition, Onyx Edition XT and the lifted Wilderness. Limited trims added moonroof, navigation and DriverFocus as standard that year. Non-XT models used a 182-hp 2.5L; Wilderness and XT trims a 260-hp 2.4L turbo.
Sixth generation, launch model year (2020) · 2020–2025
The 2020 Outback moved to the Subaru Global Platform, added an 11.6-inch STARLINK touchscreen and brought back a turbo engine for the first time since 2009 in the new XT trims. It was built in Lafayette, Indiana. Wilderness arrived later in the generation.
Years to avoid, best years and known issues
Before you shortlist a used Outback, check its model year against CarWhere's reliability research and the known issues for its generation.
What to check before buying a used Outback
- Run the VIN for title brands (salvage, rebuilt, flood, lemon buyback), odometer history and reported accidents before you go see it.
- Check the VIN for open safety recalls and confirm the dealer will complete any open campaign before delivery.
- Decode the VIN or pull the build sheet to confirm the engine, drivetrain, trim and options match the listing.
- Test four-wheel or all-wheel drive, and on off-road trims look under the vehicle for skid-plate damage and bent suspension parts.
- Check every row: folding seats, rear climate, power liftgate and all door seals for water leaks.
- Get an independent pre-purchase inspection — especially for suspension, brakes, tires and any fluid leaks.
- Ask for service records, and confirm how much factory warranty is left from the original in-service date.
- Negotiate the vehicle price first, then fees; refuse dealer add-ons you did not ask for.
Check a specific Outback by VIN:
Frequently asked questions
How much should I pay for an Outback?
Start from the starting MSRP of the trim you want — 2027 Outback pricing begins at $32,995 — and negotiate the selling price as a discount off MSRP, before rebates and with no dealer add-ons. CarWhere doesn't have enough verified Outback deals yet to publish a median discount. A used Outback's price depends on year, mileage and condition, so compare several listings near you before you make an offer.
When is the best time to buy an Outback?
CarWhere's best-time research finds that new-car discounts have historically been largest from October through December, and January is strongest for used cars. But the seasonal edge is small: average discounts in CarWhere's verified deals move by only a point or two between periods. Negotiating the price matters more than the calendar.
Should I buy a new or used Outback?
New gets you the current Seventh generation Outback (2026–present) with a full factory warranty, from $32,995 MSRP. Used, the main alternative is the Sixth generation, final model year (2020–2025), and 1 older generation goes back to 2020–2025. Before you buy a used one, check the years to avoid and known issues by generation, and run the VIN for title and accident history.
How do I find an Outback for sale near me?
Enter your ZIP code in the search box on this page and choose new or used. CarWhere runs a live search of dealer inventory within 50 miles and opens the results with the Outback filters already applied.
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Sources and method
Trim and MSRP data comes from CarWhere's Subaru research, which records the manufacturer's published prices (sources below). CarWhere publishes deal figures only once at least 5 verified Outback deals exist. This page lists no inventory. Live listings appear only after you search with your ZIP.
- 2027 Subaru Outback Delivers Affordability with New Pricing, New Outback Entry-level Model Starting at $32,995 MSRP (Oct 22, 2026) — Subaru U.S. Media Center (media.subaru.com)
- Subaru Announces Pricing on All-new 2026 Outback SUV (Aug 21, 2025) — Subaru U.S. Media Center (media.subaru.com)
Independent reference compiled by CarWhere Research — not affiliated with or endorsed by Subaru. Model names are trademarks of their owners.