The 2024 Subaru Outback is a benchmark-setter for adventure-ready crossover SUVs, combining wagon practicality with authentic off-road capability. Every 2024 Outback comes standard with Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and the Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist Technology suite.
The 2024 lineup spans nine trim levels, divided primarily by comfort amenities and engine choice. You can stick with the naturally aspirated 2.5-liter engine for maximum daily fuel efficiency or step up to the turbocharged 2.4-liter (XT models and Wilderness) for more horsepower and towing capacity. Whether you need an affordable daily driver or an off-road specialist, there's an Outback trim engineered for it.
2024 Subaru Outback Trims & Specs Comparison
- 2024 Subaru Outback Trim Levels Breakdown
- Powertrain & Specs: Standard 2.5L vs. 2.4L Turbocharged XT
- Which 2024 Subaru Outback Trim is the Best Value?
- Are You Interested in Buying a 2024 Subaru Outback?
2024 Subaru Outback Trim Levels Breakdown
Subaru Outback Base
The Base model is the entry point into the 2024 Outback lineup, and it includes a generous set of core standard equipment:
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Subaru Boxer engine producing 182 horsepower
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with X-Mode
- Dual 7.0-inch Subaru Starlink multimedia touchscreens with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Steering Responsive LED headlights with High Beam Assist
- EyeSight Driver Assist Technology with Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering
- 8.7 inches of ground clearance
The Base trim covers the essential AWD capability and safety tech for budget-conscious buyers.
Subaru Outback Premium
The Premium is the popular sweet spot in the Outback hierarchy, adding the key comfort and tech upgrades over the Base model:
- 11.6-inch vertical Subaru Starlink multimedia touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat
- Heated front seats and leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capability
- Optional hands-free power rear gate, keyless access with push-button start, and blind-spot detection
Subaru Outback Onyx Edition
The Onyx Edition injects sporty styling and rugged utility into the lineup:
- 18-inch black-finish aluminum-alloy wheels and black exterior trim
- Water-repellent StarTex synthetic leather seating
- Hands-free power rear gate
- Dual-function X-Mode with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud settings
- Keyless access with push-button start
- 180-degree Front-View Monitor for narrow trails and tight parking spots
Subaru Outback Limited
The Limited turns the Outback into a genuinely luxurious cruiser:
- Leather-trimmed upholstery
- 12-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system
- Heated rear outboard seats
- 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat and driver's seat memory settings
- Reverse Automatic Braking
- 18-inch machine-finish alloy wheels
Subaru Outback Touring
The Touring is the pinnacle of luxury in the standard 2.5-liter lineup:
- Java Brown or Black Nappa leather-trimmed upholstery
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Power tilt/sliding glass moonroof
- Smart Rearview Mirror with auto-dimming and digital display
- Body-color door handles with chrome inserts
Subaru Outback Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, and Touring XT
The XT badge signals a major mechanical upgrade under the hood:
- 2.4-liter turbocharged Subaru Boxer engine producing 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque
- Maximum towing capacity rises from 2,700 lbs to 3,500 lbs
- Power moonroof and heated steering wheel as standard equipment
- All corresponding luxury and convenience features from the Onyx Edition, Limited, or Touring trims
If you regularly climb mountain passes, haul heavy cargo, or tow a small trailer, an XT model delivers the passing power you need.
Subaru Outback Wilderness
The Wilderness is the most rugged, off-road-focused Outback ever produced:
- Lifted suspension with 9.5 inches of ground clearance
- 260-hp 2.4-liter turbocharged Boxer engine with 3,500-lb towing capacity
- 17-inch matte-black alloy wheels with Yokohama GEOLANDAR all-terrain tires
- Off-road-tuned suspension and front skid plate protection
- Redesigned front and rear bumpers for better approach, breakover, and departure angles
- Water-repellent StarTex seating with Anodized Copper contrast stitching
- Reinforced roof rails rated to 700 lbs static load, ideal for rooftop tents
- Dual-function X-Mode with low-speed gradient control
The Wilderness is the only Outback built for serious trail work. If off-road capability is the priority, this is the one to get.
