Subaru devotees know and love the Subaru Outback for its adventure-ready versatility. It's what's made the wagon both a practical choice for Middlesex County families and a capable one for northeastern Massachusetts orienteers. Now that it's been entirely redesigned for 2026, what exciting updates do we have to look forward to? See for yourself, behind the wheel here at North Reading Subaru.
Out with the Wagon, In with the Mid-Size SUV
Boston-area outdoor enthusiasts will almost immediately notice a boxier silhouette, with a flatter roofline raised around 2 inches compared to the 2025 model. That means more rear headroom, and plenty more passenger space — as many as 112.3 cubic feet in Premium and Wilderness trims, excluding the optional moonroof, and up to 111.1 cubic feet in other trims.
Off-roaders out of Belmont are sure to appreciate the two extra cubic feet of cargo space vs. last year's SUV. You can find a roomy 34.6 cubic feet behind the second row, and the cabin gets even more capacious with rear seats folded (that yields up to 80.5 cubic feet).
Interior Upgrades
Subaru enthusiasts from Lawrence will be glad to learn that the brand also made the new 2026 Outback more comfortable, while modernizing its styling. A host of new tech, complete with a new dual-panel digital instrument cluster and faster, more responsive, and easier-to-use horizontal infotainment screen, got laid out more intuitively. The latter measures a sprawling 12.1 inches, and the automaker incorporates climate controls conveniently underneath.Unmistakably Subaru
Even with updates, the new Outback remains quintessentially what it's been known for, decades in the making. Its iconic features include:
- A choice between 180-horsepower, 2.5-liter and turbocharged 260-horsepower 2.4-liter engines
- Continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT)
- Standard all-wheel drive
- 8.7 to 9.5 inches of ground clearance, depending on trim
- Selectable drive modes for diverse terrain
- Adaptive dampers and all-terrain tires in the Wilderness trim
- A 2,700-pound tow rating with the base engine and a 3,5500-pound tow rating with the turbocharged engine — plenty for hauling a teardrop camper or pop-up trailer out of Medford
- Forward-collision warning and auto emergency brakes, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and other driver aids
Learn More About the Latest Outback at Our Subaru Dealership in North Reading
The best place to get to know the new mid-size SUV is behind the wheel. Contact us today to schedule a test drive you're sure to find memorable. We look forward to hearing from you.
