2021 Subaru Outback: Specs, Design, Features, & Color Options
Offering 33 MPG on the highway and 26 MPG in the city, you'll find the 2021 Subaru Outback does more than deliver a great ride ― it delivers great fuel economy, too. Take to the roads or trails ― whatever you choose ― because the Outback is equipped for the way you want to live. Take a look at our Outback inventory at Subaru of Rochester, and claim our current lease offer for a great deal. Want to test it out behind the wheel? Give us a call at (888) 541-2994 or contact us online, and we'll be happy to set up a test drive for you.

2021 Subaru Outback Performance Specs & Towing Capacity
You'll find a standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine on all trim levels except the top-level Outback Onyx Edition XT, which features a turbocharged four-cylinder for enhanced power and performance.
Both engines are paired with an active, symmetrical all-wheel drive that delivers power to all four wheels for optimal efficiency and power delivery. An optional continuously variable automatic transmission (the Lineartronic® CVT) is also available with both engines.
2.5L BOXER® 4-cylinder | Engine | 2.4L Turbocharged BOXER 4-cylinder |
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182 HP | Horsepower | 260 HP |
176 lb.-ft. | Torque | 277 lb.-ft. |
26 city / 33 hwy MPG | Fuel Economy | 23 city / 30 hwy MPG |
2,700 lbs. | Max. Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs. |

2021 Subaru Outback Size & Cargo Space
Comfortably seat up to five passengers in the 2021 Subaru Outback. If you need to carry bulky cargo, lots of groceries, or your family pet and favorite cozy pet bed, versatility is a breeze thanks to the 60/40 split-folding rear seats. When the entire second row is folded down, you'll have 75.7 cubic feet of cargo space to transport what you need to bring with you.
2021 Subaru Outback Interior & Exterior Design

The 2021 Outback is equipped with features inside and out that provide you with comfort, convenience, and the ability to take off and go whenever the itch to experience something new or wonderful arises. Exterior styling is quintessential Outback adventure seeker, accentuated by these features:
- Raised roof rails
- Hands-free power rear liftgate
- 17-in. or 18-in. wheels
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- Power folding sideview mirrors with integrated turn signals
- Power tilt/slide glass moonroof
- LED steering responsive headlights, daytime running lights, and fog lights
Your in-cabin experience is defined by Subaru comfort and functionality that includes:
- Push button start
- Cargo area underfloor storage
- Removable cargo-area tray
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Driver memory settings
- Cloth, StarTex® water repellent, leather-trimmed, or Nappa leather-trimmed upholstery
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver
- Dual-zone automatic climate control

2021 Subaru Outback Safety Features & Rating
The 2021 Subaru Outback has yet to be rated for safety, but it's worth noting that the 2020 Subaru Outback received a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a Top Safety Pick + rating from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS). Standard and available safety features and driver assist tech on the 2021 Outback include:
- Rear vision camera
- 180-degree front view monitor
- High beam assist
- Advanced adaptive cruise control with lane centering
- DriverFocus® distraction mitigation system
- Lane keep assist
- Pre-collision braking
- Reverse automatic braking
- Blind spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross traffic alert
- Lane departure and sway warning
2021 Subaru Outback Infotainment & Connectivity Tech
The 2021 Subaru Outback is equipped with all the right kinds of tech features to bring your world with you wherever you go. Features include:
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot
- Bluetooth® wireless connectivity
- Integrated GPS navigation system
- SiriusXMi® Satellite Radio
- HD Radio™
- Voice Recognition
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration
- Four-, six-, or 12-speaker Harman Kardon® audio system
- Dual 7-in. or single 11.6-in. touchscreen display

2021 Subaru Outback Color Options
Which exterior color would you like to see on your 2021 Outback?

Exterior Colors
Click to change vehicle color- Crystal Black
- Ice Silver
- Crystal White
- Magentite Gray
- Abyss Blue
- Autumn Green
- Crimson Red
- Cinnamon Brown
- Brilliant Bronze

2021 Subaru Outback for Sale Near Rochester, MN
Find the 2021 Subaru Outback you love at Subaru of Rochester in Rochester, MN. View our current inventory and lease offer and give us a call at (888) 541-2994 or contact us online if you'd like to set up a test drive.