How much does the 2016 Subaru Outback cost?

Prices have softened 5.57% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,657 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

If you find a listing below $12,517.05, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2016 Subaru Outback a good car?

Generally — the 2016 Subaru Outback earns a 4.33/5 user rating and an 8/10 expert rating, which points to broad appeal for shoppers who want a practical crossover. The standout strength is Safety at 10/10.

Owners consistently praise its spaciousness, comfort, and fuel efficiency, and they also value its safety features and handling. The Outback’s use case is especially strong if you want a family-friendly vehicle that can handle daily commuting and weekend trips with confidence. With 30.0% of listings marked as good or great deals, there’s also enough market activity to keep shopping options interesting.

Is the 2016 Subaru Outback reliable?

Owners rate it 4.33/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback also points to reliability, dependability, and a trouble-free ownership experience, with buyers describing it as a vehicle they can count on over the long term. The expert review reinforces that theme by calling out the Outback’s impressive track record for reliability and its ability to go almost anywhere at almost any time. Subaru also notes that the first scheduled maintenance visit is on the house.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is making sure the specific example you choose has been maintained well and hasn’t picked up avoidable wear from hard use.

What should I look for when buying a used 2016 Subaru Outback?

At 62.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or one with visible cosmetic wear. Focus on condition details that matter in daily use: seat quality, interior wear, and how well the vehicle’s safety and convenience features operate. If a listing has prior damage, make sure the repair quality matches the asking price.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The 2.5i Premium test vehicle adds more equipment than the base setup, including a power sunroof, a power rear liftgate, navigation, blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, and EyeSight. The base trim lacks some of those convenience and safety upgrades.
• Powertrain: Most models use a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with 175 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque, paired with a CVT and standard torque-vectoring AWD. The 3.6-liter 6-cylinder makes 256 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque and is the stronger choice when you want more passing power and less strain with passengers or cargo.
• Safety package: EyeSight includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assist. Blind-spot warning with rear cross