Used Subaru Outback for sale

The Subaru Outback has proven to be a very safe car, with Euro NCAP awarding this model a five-star rating during its usual crash testing procedure. It gets standard-fit autonomous emergency braking for city driving and there’s active lane support, too. All cars get ISOFIX child seat mounting points on the outer rear seats, too.

The Outback was offered with two engine options - a 2.0-litre diesel and a 2.5-litre petrol. The petrol can only be specified with a CVT automatic gearbox, whereas the diesel can be equipped with either the auto or a six-speed manual ‘box. Remember, all versions come equipped with four-wheel-drive as standard, too.

Though an entry-level ‘SE’ grade was available at launch it was quickly phased out and the vast majority of Outbacks that you’ll see available on the used market will be finished in SE Premium specification instead. These cars get features such as climate control equipped as standard, as well as LED headlights, heated leather seats and a powered tailgate.

You can expect to see around 32.8mpg from petrol-powered Outback models, whereas the diesel should return up to 47.8mpg during mixed driving.

Given its rough-and-tough nature, the Outback could be prone to exterior damage caused by heading off-road. As a result, we’d check bumpers for scrapes and it’s worth looking underneath the front of the car to make sure that there haven’t been any impacts with large rocks or boulders. With its more complex design, the Outback could be worth being checked over by a trained professional - which is just what an AA Vehicle Inspection can help with.

The Subaru Outback has proven to be quite bullet-proof in terms of reliability and many drivers have reported suffering few issues with their cars. However, if you’re looking at an Outback and want more information about its mechanical status, an AA Vehicle Inspection can help to provide a clearer picture.

The Subaru Outback is available with either a 2.0-litre diesel or 2.5-litre petrol engine.