How much does the 2023 Subaru Outback cost?

Prices have softened 7.40% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 5,437 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

If you find a listing below $26,780.52, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2023 Subaru Outback a good car?

Generally — the 2023 Subaru Outback earns 4.33/5 from users and 7.83/10 from our experts. The standout strength is Cost effectiveness at 10/10.

It pairs standard all-wheel drive with a roomy, comfortable cabin and strong safety credentials, which makes it especially appealing if you want a practical crossover for family use and varied driving conditions. The trade-offs are the underwhelming base engine and the frustrating voice-recognition system, and the design may not be for everyone.

With 34.6% of listings marked as good or great deals, you still have room to shop selectively.

Is the 2023 Subaru Outback reliable?

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

The 2023 Outback’s standard all-wheel drive, roomy cabin, and strong safety focus all point toward a vehicle built for steady everyday use. Its boxer engine layout helps lower the center of gravity, and the model’s overall setup is aimed at balanced handling and dependable utility.

The standard powertrain is described as responsive at lower speeds, though it can feel short on passing and climbing power. The cost-effectiveness notes also emphasize strong value, standard AWD, and off-roading capability, which supports the case for durable all-around ownership.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is ending up with a higher-mileage example that has been driven hard or maintained inconsistently, especially if you plan to rely on the base engine for frequent highway or mountain travel.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Subaru Outback?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper records review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on the drivetrain, brakes, electronics, and any signs of hard use. Pay close attention to cabin condition, infotainment operation, and whether the vehicle’s equipment matches the trim level you think you’re buying.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base models get the simpler 7-inch touchscreen and miss the larger portrait-style system, while higher trims add a more upscale cabin and more equipment.
• Powertrain: The standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder makes 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque, while the turbocharged 2.4-liter flat-four makes 260 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque; the standard engine is less satisfying for passing and climbing.
• Safety package: EyeSight includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and lane-centering assist; blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert requires an option package on Premium or an upgrade to Onyx Edition.
• Infotainment: Base models use a 7-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto, while Premium and above get an 11.6-inch portrait touchscreen with wireless smartphone connectivity and available connected services.
• Fuel efficiency: The test vehicle was expected to return 28 mpg combined, but it achieved 25.6 mpg in evaluation; turbo models are generally rated at 25 mpg combined, and the Wilderness is rated at 23 mpg combined.

Which 2023 Subaru Outback trim should I buy?

The 2023 Subaru Outback is offered in 9 trim levels: Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring, Wilderness, and the XT versions of Onyx Edition, Limited, and Touring.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: It gives you the essentials, but you miss the larger 11.6-inch touchscreen and the added convenience and upscale feel that come with higher trims.
• Sweet-spot trim: Premium is the best value pick if you want the larger touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, and a better-equipped daily driver without jumping too far up the price ladder.
• Premium/top trim: Touring is the most luxurious choice, with the richest cabin presentation and the most complete feature set for buyers who want comfort first.
• Off-road trim: Wilderness is the one to choose if you want the most capability, but its higher-riding setup and all-terrain focus make it less ideal for typical daily driving.

EyeSight is standard on the Base model, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert requires either a Premium option package or an upgrade to Onyx Edition.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Subaru Outback?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile examples.

• Deal availability: 34.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 5,437 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.40% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 88.9% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $26,780.52, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Subaru Outback's resale value?

The current average of $26,777 sits slightly below last year's $28,918.

That price movement suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle. For a future seller, that also means resale value may depend more on condition, mileage, and trim desirability than on broad market momentum alone.

Because the model still has strong demand signals and a practical reputation, well-kept examples should remain easier to move than less versatile alternatives. Higher-spec trims and cleaner histories should hold up better than base models with heavy wear.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.33/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Subaru Outback safe?

It earns top marks across the board from IIHS, including in the newer side-impact crash test.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

EyeSight includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and lane-centering assist. With those features present, the system also adds Automatic Emergency Steering, and Limited and Touring trims offer a Wide-Angle Mono Camera for improved pedestrian and cyclist detection.

One caveat is that rear automatic braking can be incompatible with some driveways, and the test vehicle’s system produced jarring stops in reverse.

Should I buy a 2023 Subaru Outback or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 34.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.40% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.33/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It adds fresh styling, new infotainment and safety tech, and a more accessible Onyx Edition price point.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $24,245, the 2022 costs less than the current year's $26,777 average.
• It introduced the Wilderness trim for enhanced off-road capability.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $29,292, the 2024 costs more than the current year's $26,777 average.
• It adds feature-enriched trims and trim-specific aesthetic tweaks.

The bottom line: If you want the best mix of value, safety, and current-market pricing, the 2023 is the primary year to target. If your budget is tighter, the 2022 can save you money, while the 2024 makes sense if you want to pay more for a slightly newer, more feature-rich version.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 31, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.