Safety

As mentioned, the Outback boasts excellent crash-test ratings and a better rollover rating than an SUV. The standard stability system automatically means there's antilock braking and traction control. The front seats have side-impact airbags and active head restraints, and standard curtain airbags cover the side windows, front and rear, in the event of a side impact.

Outback in the Market

This trailblazing model has aged well. Compared to similar wagons, the Outback is a bargain — especially when you consider its standard all-wheel drive. However, the AWD's added weight makes the mileage lower than it otherwise would be. Even the hefty Venza beats it in efficiency, with either front- or all-wheel drive. The spoiler is that even Subaru loyalists have another choice, with a little more room for a little less money: the 2009 Forester.

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    UP and DOWN buttons
    Models without Hands-free system Models with Hands-free system ...

    Display selection
    Select an indication in the same way that an indication is selected when a CD is played. Refer to “Display selection”. Each time you briefly press the “TEXT” button, the indication changes in the foll ...

    Side ventilators
    1) Open 2) Close Move the tab to adjust the flow direction. To open the ventilator, turn the side grille open/close wheel upward to the “” position. To close it, turn the wheel downward to th ...