Trim Report

Subaru Outback 2.5XT2026

Includes:SUBOUTBK|2.5XT

2.5XT Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$26,000
$26K–$58K
21,637 listings25,005 avg miles
2.5XT Limited
From$3,279
8 listings|$3K–$11K
2.5i
From$900
284 listings|$900–$24K
2.5i L.L. Bean
From$1,750
7 listings|$2K–$8K
2.5i Limited
From$625
1,263 listings|$625–$30K
2.5i Limited L.L. Bean
From$4,995
5 listings|$5K–$9K
2.5i Premium
From$850
956 listings|$850–$26K
2.5i Special Edition
From$2,900
16 listings|$3K–$11K
2.5i Touring
From$11,600
106 listings|$12K–$26K
3.0R L.L. Bean
From$1,500
6 listings|$2K–$8K
3.6R Limited
From$924
387 listings|$924–$28K
3.6R Touring
From$10,495
118 listings|$10K–$26K
H6
From$2,490
3 listings|$2K–$15K
Limited
From$3,495
6,010 listings|$3K–$51K
Limited XT
From$13,990
2,714 listings|$14K–$58K
Onyx Edition
From$6,980
602 listings|$7K–$41K
Onyx Edition XT
From$11,989
443 listings|$12K–$43K
Premium
From$9,900
9,213 listings|$10K–$46K
Touring
From$15,990
1,278 listings|$16K–$58K
Touring XT
From$13,999
4,512 listings|$14K–$55K
Wilderness
From$16,999
5,407 listings|$17K–$56K
Data coming soon
2.5XT

Subaru Outback Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2026 Subaru Outback trims

Low Concern

The 2026 Subaru Outback's low safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 8 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
8
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2026 Subaru Outback has accumulated 8 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with electrical system leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Electrical System2
02Unknown Or Other1
03Forward Collision Avoidance1
04Structure,seats,unknown Or Other1
05Seat Belts1
8 total across 1 model years (2026–2026)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Subaru Outback Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2026 Subaru Outback trims

23–27mpg combined
·
21-25city
·
27-31hwy
·
$2,500-$2,950/yr

With 3 configurations tested, the 2026 Subaru Outback ranges from 23 to 27 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Outback AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
27mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
25 city31 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average
Outback AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
24mpg
2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$2,800/yr5/10 Average
Outback Wilderness AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the 2.5XT Worth It?

Common questions about the 2026 Subaru Outback 2.5XT

How does the 2.5XT compare to other Subaru Outback trims?

The 2.5XT occupies a distinct position in the Subaru Outback range. See how it stacks up on the 2026 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2026 Subaru Outback 2.5XT?

Maintenance costs for the 2.5XT align with the broader Subaru Outback ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is electrical system. Check the 2026 Subaru Outback page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Subaru Outback 2.5XT?

For the 2.5XT, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Subaru Outback buyer's guide.

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