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2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited

The 2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited is a 256-hp SUV with a high-torque lineartronic® cvt and all-wheel drive. It starts at $33,395 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$33,395 ($45,222 *)
MSRP with Destination$34,245 ($46,373 *)
Destination Charge$850
Engine
Engine TypeHorizontally opposed DOHC 6-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® (naturally aspirated); aluminum cylinder heads and block
Horsepower256 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque247 lb-ft
ValvetrainDOHC, chain-driven camshafts, Dual Active Valve Control System (DAVCS) on intake and exhaust valves
Bore and Stroke92.0 x 91.0 mm
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeSequential multi-port fuel injection (MFI), multi-spray injectors, Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD — Subaru Symmetrical Active Torque Split All-Wheel Drive with electronically managed CVT hydraulic transfer clutch; X-Mode, Hill Descent Control, Hill Start Assist, Active Torque Vectoring
Transmission
TransmissionHigh-torque Lineartronic® CVT with 6-speed manual mode and steering wheel paddle shifters (ratio range: 3.105–0.482)
1st Gear3.105
2nd Gear1.983
3rd Gear1.454
4th Gear1.057
5th Gear0.779
6th Gear0.542
Reverse3.017
Final Drive4.111
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular grade, minimum 87 AKI
Suspension
Front SuspensionEngine cradle, MacPherson-type struts, lower L-arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone with subframe, stabilizer bar
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersDual-piston
Front Brake Disc12.4-in. ventilated disc
Rear Brake Disc11.8-in. ventilated disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 x 7-in. aluminum alloy
Wheels Rear18 x 7-in. aluminum alloy
Tires Front225/60R18 all-season
Tires Rear225/60R18 all-season
Dimensions & Weight
Length189.6 in
Width72.4 in
Height66.1 in
Wheelbase108.1 in
Front Track61.8 in
Rear Track62.2 in
Ground Clearance8.7 in
Approach Angle18.4°
Departure Angle22.7°
Cargo Volume35.5 ft³
Curb Weight3,814 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.8 in
Headroom Rear38.9 in
Legroom Front42.9 in
Legroom Rear38.1 in
Shoulder Room Front58.1 in
Shoulder Room Rear57.3 in
Hip Room Front55.5 in
Hip Room Rear55 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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