Used 2024 Subaru Outback for Sale nearDetroit, MI

How much does the 2024 Subaru Outback cost?

Prices have softened 6.10% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 6,505 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

Is the 2024 Subaru Outback a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Subaru Outback earns a 4.5/5 user rating and a 7.83/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Cost effectiveness and Safety.

It stands out as a smaller, wagon-like alternative to a conventional SUV, with SUV-like ride height and visibility, a spacious interior, and a comfortable ride. The broad trim spread also gives you room to choose between a simpler, lower-cost version and a more upscale setup.

The main trade-offs are an underwhelming base engine and a dated infotainment system.

Good and great deals account for 35.1% of listings, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2024 Subaru Outback reliable?

Owners rate it 4.5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Outback’s appeal is reinforced by its standard all-wheel drive, strong safety ratings, and practical packaging. Its comfort-focused ride and broad utility also support the kind of everyday dependability many used buyers want.

The base engine is described as underwhelming, but the turbo setup better manages the vehicle’s weight and improves overall performance. The standard maintenance and ownership experience should be straightforward for buyers who prioritize practicality over flash.

For used buyers, the biggest long-term risk is ending up with a lower-trim example that feels underpowered or less satisfying in daily driving.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Subaru Outback?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.9% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or a trim with more equipment. Focus on overall condition, since the Outback’s value depends heavily on whether the cabin, electronics, and drivetrain have been well cared for.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base and Premium trims come with cloth seats, while Limited adds standard leather seating surfaces and Onyx Edition and Wilderness use StarTex synthetic leather. The Touring trim adds the most chrome, and the Wilderness gets unique exterior tweaks plus matte black wheels.
• Powertrain: The standard setup uses a 2.5-liter flat-four with 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. XT trims upgrade to a 2.4-liter turbocharged boxer four-cylinder with 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque, and the Wilderness also gets that turbo engine.
• Safety package: The EyeSight suite is standard and includes adaptive cruise control with lane-centering, automatic pre-collision braking, lane-keep assist, and automatic emergency steering. Reverse automatic braking becomes standard starting with the Onyx trim, while blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist and rear cross-traffic alert becomes standard on the Onyx Edition.
• Infotainment: The base trim keeps the dual-7-inch-screen system and USB-A only. Premium and above get wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while the larger 11.6-inch portrait-oriented screen appears on higher trims. Wi-Fi capability comes on all but the base trim.
• Fuel efficiency: The base engine is rated at 26 mpg city, 32 highway, and 28 combined. The turbo engine is rated at 22 city, 29 highway, and 25 combined, while the Wilderness returns 21 city, 26 highway, and 23 combined.

Which 2024 Subaru Outback trim should I buy?

The 2024 Subaru Outback is offered in 6 trim levels: Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Wilderness, Limited, and Touring.

Here's the short version:

• Base: This is the least expensive way into the Outback, but it keeps the simpler dual-7-inch-screen setup, cloth seats, USB-A only, and the four-speaker audio system. It makes sense if you want the Outback’s core space, ride height, and standard all-wheel drive at the lowest price.
• Premium: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wi-Fi capability, and USB-C connectivity while staying below the more expensive luxury-leaning trims. If you want the most balanced mix of convenience and price, this is the one to target.
• Onyx Edition: This trim is the smart step up if you want the turbocharged engine and more standard safety equipment, including reverse automatic braking and blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist and rear cross-traffic alert. It’s the least expensive turbo option.
• Wilderness: Choose this if you want the most rugged version, with the turbo engine, 9.2 inches of ground clearance, all-terrain tires, and dual-function X-Mode with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud modes.
• Limited: This is the more upscale choice if you want leather seating surfaces and a more polished feel without going all the way to the top trim.
• Touring: This is the most feature-rich version, with the 11.6-inch screen, CD player, wide-angle camera, digital rearview mirror, and driver-attention monitor. It suits you best if comfort and convenience matter more than price.

The safety package is standard across the lineup, but the Onyx Edition and Touring add meaningful extra features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Subaru Outback?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market.

• Deal availability: 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 6,505 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.10% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 90.9% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $28,476, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Subaru Outback's resale value?

The current average of $28,940 sits slightly below last year's $30,819.

That decline suggests the market has eased, which can help you buy more confidently now but may also temper near-term resale upside. If you plan to sell later, the current pricing trend implies you should expect a more competitive used market than last year.

The Outback’s broad appeal, standard all-wheel drive, and strong safety reputation should help support demand over time. Higher-trim examples with the turbo engine and richer equipment are likely to hold buyer interest better than the most basic versions.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Subaru Outback safe?

The 2024 Subaru Outback earns a Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and five-star ratings overall from NHTSA.

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

The EyeSight suite is standard and includes adaptive cruise control with lane-centering, automatic pre-collision braking, lane-keep assist, and automatic emergency steering. Reverse automatic braking becomes standard starting with the Onyx trim, and the Touring trim adds a wide-angle camera, a digital rearview mirror, and a driver-attention monitor.

The main safety caveat is that the Outback earned Top Safety Pick rather than the higher Top Safety Pick+ designation.

Should I buy a 2024 Subaru Outback or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.9% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.10% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the wagon-like shape, strong safety ratings, and broad trim spread.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $26,234, the 2023 costs less than the current year's $28,940 average.
• It offers fresh styling, new infotainment and safety tech, and a more accessible Onyx Edition.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $32,231, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $28,940 average.
• It remains a distinctive wagon with standard all-wheel drive and strong safety ratings.

The bottom line: If you want the best mix of current-year availability, strong safety, and a softened price trend, the 2024 is the sensible pick. If your priority is saving money, the 2023 is the better value path. If you want to compare against a newer model, the 2025 is worth considering, but you’ll pay more for it.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.