2012 Subaru Outback Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2012 Subaru Outback lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Outback

	Save 1 of 6 Outback 2.5i Wagon 4D	Save 2 of 6 Outback 2.5i Premium Wagon 4D	Save 3 of 6 Outback 2.5i Limited Wagon 4D	Save 4 of 6 Outback 3.6R Limited Wagon 4D	Save 5 of 6 Outback 3.6R Wagon 4D	Save 6 of 6 Outback 3.6R Premium Wagon 4D
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Fair Market Price	$5,727	$6,030	$6,198	$6,573	$7,691	$7,882
Fuel Economy	City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 24 MPG	City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 24 MPG	City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 24 MPG	City 18/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG	City 18/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG	City 18/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	170 @ 5600 RPM	170 @ 5600 RPM	170 @ 5600 RPM	256 @ 6600 RPM	256 @ 6600 RPM	256 @ 6600 RPM
Engine	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	6-Cyl, 3.6 Liter	6-Cyl, 3.6 Liter	6-Cyl, 3.6 Liter
Cargo Volume	71.30 cu ft	71.30 cu ft	71.30 cu ft	71.30 cu ft	71.30 cu ft	71.30 cu ft
Cylinders	4	4	4	6	6	6
Torque	170 lb-ft	170 lb-ft	170 lb-ft	247 lb-ft	247 lb-ft	247 lb-ft
Turning Circle	36.8 feet	36.8 feet	36.8 feet	36.8 feet	36.8 feet	36.8 feet
Curb Weight	3,498 pounds	3,510 pounds	3,538 pounds	3,631 pounds	3,597 pounds	3,609 pounds

Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Internet Access	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Not Available
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Not Available
Touch Screen Monitor	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Not Available
Hands Free Phone	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard

iPod Connector	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard
iPod Interface	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Optional
Premium Radio	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Optional
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard
Satellite Radio	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Optional	Optional

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Torque

170 @ 5600 RPM

247 @ 6600 RPM

Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Power Driver's Seat	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Privacy Glass	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	3498 pounds	3510 pounds	3538 pounds	3631 pounds	3597 pounds	3609 pounds
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons
Front Head Room	40.8 inches	40.8 inches	40.8 inches	40.8 inches	40.8 inches	40.8 inches
Front Leg Room	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches
Overall Length	188.2 inches	188.2 inches	188.2 inches	188.2 inches	188.2 inches	188.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room	56.3 inches	56.3 inches	56.3 inches	56.3 inches	56.3 inches	56.3 inches
Turning Diameter	36.8 feet	36.8 feet	36.8 feet	36.8 feet	36.8 feet	36.8 feet
Wheel Base	107.9 inches	107.9 inches	107.9 inches	107.9 inches	107.9 inches	107.9 inches

FAQs

Is the Subaru Outback a 4 or 6 cylinder?

Depends on the trim level. The 2012 Subaru Outback 2.5i Wagon 4D boasts a 4 cylinder engine, 2.5i Premium Wagon 4D has a 4 cylinder engine, 2.5i Limited Wagon 4D is equipped with a 4 cylinder engine, etc.

Does the 2012 Subaru Outback have a turbo?

No, the 2012 Outback does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time.

What features does a 2012 Outback have?

2012 Subaru Outback features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors.

How much horsepower does a 2012 Outback have?

The 2012 Outback ranges in power from the 2.5i Wagon 4D with 170 horsepower to the 3.6R Premium Wagon 4D with 256 horsepower.

Is the Subaru Outback underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2012 Outback ranges in power from the 2.5i Wagon 4D with 170 horsepower to the 3.6R Premium Wagon 4D with 256 horsepower.

Is the Subaru Outback fuel efficient?

The 2012 Outback comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the 3.6R Limited Wagon 4D which gets 20 MPG, with 18 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway.