Dimensions and capacities are in inches unless otherwise
specified.
Engine
3.6-liter Subaru Boxer 6-cylinder
2.5-liter Subaru Boxer 4-cylinder
Availability
3.6R Limited
2.5i
2.5i Premium
2.5i Limited
Type and Construction
DOHC 6-cylinder BOXER; aluminum cylinder heads and block
DOHC 4-cylinder BOXER; aluminum cylinder heads and block
Displacement (cc)
3,630
2,498
Bore x Stroke (mm)
92 x 91
94 x 90
Horsepower (hp @ rpm)
256 @ 6000
175 @ 5800
Torque ( lb.-ft. @ rpm)
247 @ 4400
174 @ 4000
Compression ratio
10.5:1
10.3:1
Valve System
Chain-driven camshafts, Dual Active Valve Control System (intake and exhaust valves)
Chain-driven camshafts, Active Valve Control System (intake valves)
Fuel System
Sequential multi-port fuel injection (MFI)
with multi-spray injectors and Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system
Sequential multi-port fuel injection
(MFI) with cylinder head direct-mount multi-spray injectors and Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system
Fuel Requirement
Regular grade, 87 AKI
Regular grade, 87 AKI
Fuel tank capacity (gallons)
18.5
18.5
EPA Fuel Economy
(city / hwy / comb)
(mpg)
20 / 29 / 23
26 / 36 / 30
Transmission (:1)
3.6-liter Subaru Boxer 6-cylinder
2.5-liter Subaru Boxer 4-cylinder
Type
High-torque Lineartronic CVT includes 6-speed manual mode and steering wheel paddle control switches
Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) includes 6-speed manual mode and steering wheel paddle control switches
Availability
3.6R Limited
2.5i
2.5i Premium
2.5i Limited
Ratio Coverage
6.442
6.282
1st
3.105:1
3.581:1
2nd
1.983:1
2.262:1
3rd
1.454:1
1.658:1
4th
1.057:1
1.208:1
5th
0.779:1
0.885:1
6th
0.542:1
0.618:1
Reverse
3.017:1
3.667:1
Final Drive
4.111:1
4.111
In “D” mode, varies the ratio continuously between 1st ratio: 3.105 and D range: 0.482
In “D” mode, varies the ratio continuously between 1st ratio: 3.581 and D range: 0.570
Symmetrical AWD
Active Torque Split AWD with electronically managed continuously variable hydraulic transfer clutch; continuously varies front-to-rear torque split based on inputs from acceleration, steering angle and yaw rate sensors; can proactively transfer more torque to rear wheels or in response to wheel slip.
Standard driver-selectable X-Mode optimizes engine output and CVT ratio position, increases Active All-Wheel Drive engagement and uses enhanced control logic for the Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) system to reduce individual wheel spin.
Dynamic controls
Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS);
Active Torque Vectoring; Hill Start Assist; Hill Descent Control
Exterior Dimensions
& Capacities
2016 Subaru Outback
Length (in.)
189.6
Height (in.)
At roof
66.1
Crossbars in position
66.5
Width (in.)
72.4
Wheelbase (in.)
108.1
Track (in.)
Front
61.8
Rear
62.2
Overhang (in.)
Front
39.4
Rear
42.2
Angle of approach
18.4°
Angle of departure
22.7°
Breakover angle
20.0°
Min. road clearance (in.)
8.7
Interior Dimensions
Front
Row
Second
Row
Seating capacity
5 Passenger
2
3
Head Room (in.)
With moonroof
38.3
38.9
Without moonroof
40.8
38.9
Leg room (in.)
42.9
38.1
Shoulder room (in.)
58.1
57.3
Hip room (in.)
55.5
55.0
EPA passenger volume (cu. ft.)
With moonroof
104.5
Without moonroof
108.1
EPA total volume (cu. ft.)
With moonroof
140.0
Without moonroof
143.6
Cargo volume (cu.ft.)
Rear seats folded
73.3
Rear seats up
35.5
Cargo length (in.)
Rear seats folded
77.7
Rear seats up
41.8
Cargo area liftover height (in.)
27.9
Suspension
2016 Subaru Outback
Front
Engine cradle, MacPherson-type struts, lower L-arms, coil springs and stabilizer bar
Rear
Double wishbone with subframe and stabilizer bar
Steering
2016 Subaru Outback
Type
Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Turns (lock to lock)
2.82
Steering Ratio
14.0:1
Turning diameter, curb-to-curb (ft.)
36.1
Wheels and Tires
2016 Subaru Outback
2.5i
Wheels
Size (in.)
17 x 7.0
Material
Steel wheels with covers
Tires
Size
225/65 R17 102H
Type
All-season
2.5i Premium
Wheels
Size (in.)
17 x 7.0
Material
Aluminum-alloy wheels
Tires
Size
225/65 R17 102H
Type
All-season
2.5i Limited / 3.6R Limited
Wheels
Size (in.)
18 x 7.0
Material
Sluminum-alloy wheels w/ machine finish
Tires
Size
225/60 R18 100H
Type
All-season
Brakes
2016 Subaru Outback
Type
Power-assisted 4-wheel disc with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), 4-channel / 4-sensor ABS, Brake Assist, Brake Override and Electronic Hill Holder
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