The 2023 Subaru Outback hits the floor of the New York International Auto Show with some cosmetic and tech upgrades. The new model will be available from this fall with prices to be revealed closer to its launch.
Updated Exterior Design
All models of Outback, excluding the Wilderness trim, come with an updated front fascia. The revised lower end of the SUV gets a couple of circular foglights and an opening with horizontal slats between them. While the grille looks similar to the previous model, it gets a more pronounced mesh pattern in the centre. The updated headlights get a well-defined prong that starts from the bottom.
The automaker has also modified the fender covering to highlight the character behind the wheels. Subaru says the updated styling for these elements gives the structure extra protection, as well.
Safety
Augmenting the safety attributes of the 2023 Outback is the new Subaru EyeSight driver assistance suite. The updated tech includes a wider view camera and improved software. The blind-spot detection system adds automatic emergency steering that employs the pre-collision braking to prevent collisions while the SUV travels below 50 mph (miles per hour).
Furthermore, the top-of-the-line Touring gets a wide-angle mono camera along with the EyeSight’s twin cameras. The technology helps them to identify the walkers and bicycles at a junction faster than before.
Infotainment
The 2023 Subaru Outback still owns the 11.6-inch infotainment system, but now the wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
Powertrain
Subaru didn’t upgrade the powertrains for the new Outback. It means the less powerful 2.5-litre boxer four-cylinder generates 182 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 176 pound-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm. A 2.4-litre turbocharged is good for 260 hp at 5,600 rpm and 277 lb-ft. at 2,000 rpm. Both mills pair with a CVT transmission.
Changes For Different Trims
We have noticed a little change in the Onyx trim – it is now accessible with the 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated flat-four, on top of the previous 2.4-litre turbocharged mill. The Onyx also features a standard power moonroof, new black window molding, and black 18-inch wheels. The Wilderness trim gets a regular removable cargo section tray.
The Limited variant gets a 12-way power driver’s seat with two-position memory, instead of the old 10-way adjustment. The optional heated steering wheel now gives 360-degree warming. Previously, it was offering heating to only a portion of it.
The range-topping Touring model gets new black Nappa leather with opposite tan stitching. The high-end model also receives a digital rearview mirror with auto-dimming and a compass.
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