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symmetrical awd  logo is on the left rear. all Subarus are all wheel drive.	on the right rear the Outback will have either of these logos If it's a 3.6R, the 6 cylinder 3.6R logo is on right rear ************** all 4 cylinder model will have Outback,  PZEV (partial zero emission vehicle) cars  have this logo on the rear
new for 2011, break away outside mirrors. ruby red shown	the 2011 has folding outside mirrors. cypress green shown
. 2011 Outback has new break away fold-in outside mirrors 2010 Outback fixed mirror doesn't pivot new on 2011 Outback- break away mirror moves either way. sky blue shown 2011 Outback fold-in mirror pivots front and back. azurite blue shown.  -
new for 2011 the auto dimming rear view mirror with compass and Homelink now also has a back-up camera (by Gentex Co)  . It's only available as part of the optional moonroof package, so yes you have to have the moonroof. If you get the Navigation system (scroll down)  you don't get this one too since Nav also has one.  more about this mirror	rear view mirror with the back-up camera has the compass in green on the left, and 3 homelink garage door buttons.  The camera is only on when the car is in reverse.
If there's a cat, child, dog, bicycle etc behind the car, the back-up camera is a great safety device. I didn't have any of those handy, so please pretend the 'meow' sign is a cat, or dog, child, bike etc.  The camera display is in the left side of the rear view mirror when the car is in reverse. This mirror is only available with moonroof package.	oops... this is what 'Meow' is in a mirror...
optional rear view mirror with compass and homelink  without the back-up camera has the compass in red on the right	a back-up camera is standard with Navigation 8" screen, so the moonroof pkg doesn't have rear view mirror with back-up camera.
new for 2011 optional rear chrome gate garnish replaces a body colored piece. Steel silver car.	2011 Outback with the standard body colored trim, caramel bronze shown
new July 2010- optional window rain drip moldings help stop rain dripping into slightly open windows and looks good too. Lets in fresh air but no drips!  Dark gray acrylic with chrome trim. Only from your Subaru dealer, not from the factory	keep the window open a bit to let in fresh air- for the dog, for the kids, for the smoker? These side window moldings keep the rain out - they're functional and look good. New July 2010
doesn't the dog in the back seat like the window cracked open a few inches? here's another view of the new side window moldings, available from dealers July 2010.	new for 2011 optional rear chrome gate garnish trim really makes the back look a bit 'richer'. Also showing optional rear bumper cover and 1.25" trailer hitch
Subaru's new for 2011 and 2010 Outback hotspot mobile internet fits neatly in a  corner of the cargo area and plugs into the power socket.	New, starting August 2010. Outback 2011 Mobile Internet wi-fi hotspot installs in the left rear storage bin and plugs into the power socket there
optional rear bumper corner moldings	optional power outlet - forget those car chargers! This one does it all new 110v 100 w 2 prong outlet is optional on the back on the console.  Just like at home Click the image for some ideas.
2011 Outback with new for 2011 optional body side moldings. Available 11/2010	new option for 2011 factory or dealer installed body side moldings helps reduce door dings. Also fits 2010
close-up of optional body colored body side moldings	standard door courtesy lights under the front doors help on dark nights. These are not the optional 'puddle lights'

more to come  ..	.. so check back often ..
2011 Outback- note the new fold-in outside mirrors. cypress green shown	caramel bronze pearl, Limited shown
3.6L 6 cylinder boxer engine	controls by the drivers left knee top: left/right mirror joystick, dashlight rheostat, middle: hill holder incline assist button, electric parking brake bottom- VDC off

caramel bronze pearl	caramel bronze pearl
Limited with front bumper underguard, fog lights, alloy wheels, Azurite Blue color	Cypress green 2.5i shown with steel wheels with full wheel covers,  no fog lights or front bumper underguard
white,  Limited shown with fog lights, front bumper underguard	closeup of optional wheel arch moldings on sky blue 2011 Outback
the end  (white shown)	standard small rear spoiler on 2011 and 2010 Outback, cypress green shown
Outback Sunroof, hand measured 30.25x15.5" inside opening. Crossbars in place have a 30" spread, Tha't a Paprika colored Forester in backround.  Aftermarket crossbars will attach to the factory crossbars in the closed position with a 24" spread. Rear crossbar to open gate app 20".  The heavy duty cargo basket  attached to the cross bars and then you can use other cross bars for a wider spread (36).	distance rear crossbar to open gate is 20", hand measured
Outback with ski attachments on the standard cross bars, shown in the 'stored' position	people ask what the little square is in the front and rear bumper.. its where the tow hook goes ... yes this car was dirty
standard heater control and radio, shown with optional BlueConnect Bluetooth (na with HK audio or Nav). The Blueconnect mic is on top of the steering column (not shown)	2.5i and Premium heater controls, 4 speed fan, with open storage (Premium adds a storage door).  These heater controls are very easy to use
Optional Navigation GPS, 8" touch screen, optional on Limited models only, includes back-up camera, voice activated bluetooth, audio streaminng, single CD player (not a changer). Made by Kenwood.	instrument panel on all models front left: fuel economy gauge, tachometer, gear indicator (P for park), speedometer, fuel guage
Limited model has dual zone climate control (1 or 2 zones). Premium and Limited storage has a door, shown closed	Automatic with Manual mode. Shown in Drive. Move shifter left to Manual and then use the steering wheel paddle shifters to control the transmission
stereo with CD on 2.5i and Premium models	there's really good visibility out the back of an Outback
2.5i 16" steel wheel without full wheel cover installed 2.5i 16" steel wheel with full wheel cover installed Premium and Limited 17" alloy wheel

Outback 2.5i model steering wheel audio controls by the driver's left hand. All models have audio and cruise buttons	with h/k audio or Nav- steering wheel audio plus phone controls	3 spoke steering wheel on all models
Laser cut keys- 2 with remote, 1 valet.  Shown with the 2 metal key tags with the codes needed to cut and program a new key	2.5i model doesn't have fog lights.  They're standard on all other models.	standard 2.5i model- no fog lights or front bumper underguard. Graphite gray shown

News and updates This is an unofficial, unauthorized website and information is subject to frequent change and updating.

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1/3/2013, Recall- optional puddle lights (small outside lights under each door) may short circuit when exposed to saltwater, which could lead to overheating and possible fire. Models involved are the 2010 and 2011 Legacy and Outback, 2009-2012 Foresters sold before January 2012, and 2006-2012 Tribecas sold before January 2012.  Reportedly around 54,000 cars could be involved, and the repair will be new wiring with a fuse.  Recall #WQE-41

6/30/10- earthquake related inventory shortages continue
While the earthquake was mid-March, the effect of the factory closures and part shortages is only now fully impacting dealer inventory. For the past few months, cars already in the system and/or enroute before the earthquake have continued to arrive. Now that those cars have already arrived, dealers are expecting far fewer cars than they need. Supply varies by car line, but overall the selection available will be less, and especially so of more popular models, packages or colors that sell quickly anyway.
When dealers don't have as many new cars to sell, they don't get as many trade-ins. When there aren't as many trade-ins, auction cars tend to sell at higher prices, so this temporary shortage has a ripple effect..

5/27/11- Subaru has conflicting statements about Recommending vs Requiring synthetic or regular oil.
> Synthetic is required on all 2011 turbo and 2.5L Foresters
> 2011 Outback, Legacy, Tribeca, Impreza, (exc turbos)- Some owners manuals will recommend using synthetic but not require it. Owners manuals printed around March 2011 presumably indicate all Subarus require synthetic oil.
All 2011 models use 5w-30 except the Forester X which uses 0w-20
2011 maintenance schedule

4/11/11- Factory orders end for 2011s-
Factory orders are no longer accepted for any 2011 vehicles. This is normal as 2011 model production winds down and starts the shift to 2012,  and also to better manage limited parts and resources after the March 11 earthquake. In late March, some lower volume Outback and Legacy models had been already removed from the order list- manual transmissions, 3.6Rs, uncommon Option Packages.

1/15/11- reduced Mobile Internet WiFi pricing. Now $426 installed, with $14.95 mo (was $522 with $29mo). 1yr subscription required

12/15/10 Body side moldings now available - body color moldings to minimize door dings. $240

12/6/10 new optional Leather shift knob, automatic only #JBA

11/27/10  spark plug replacement interval   on all 2011 Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza 4 cylinder non-turbo, turbo, and 6cylinder, the spark plug replacement interval is now 52,500 miles, 52.5 months, or 84000km. This replaces the 60,000 mile, 5 year interval  This is new, and in maintenance books printed Sept, 2010

11/20/10 Share the Love v. 3.  Buy a Subaru, choose a charity, and Subaru donates $250. Its the 3rd Share the Love Event, and it runs 11/2010 - 1/3/11 . 2010 charities Ocean Conservancy, Big Brothers Big Sisters, ASPCA, Habitat for Humanity, Meals On Wheels. No, its not tax deductible, you didn't pay.  Click for photos of the advertising to publicize the 2010 Share the Love Event

10/31/10 new options
Body side moldings- body color moldings to minimize door dings. Factory installed only, not currently available as an uninstalled part.

Interior Illumination Kit. Includes soft ambient light in the footwell area, around the center console cupholders and in the storage pocket in front of the shift lever. Very cool option and not distracting. Available as a stand-alone option or a package with Illuminated Sill Plates. Previously available on 2010s, and now available on 2011s.

10/6/10 The 2011 Outback gets an overall 4 Stars in the new stricter government crash tests. New crash tests for 2011 includes side pole and barriers crashes, and a new woman (97 lbs). scroll down for the safety ratings on this page

9/26 Safety.  2011 - and 2010- Outback get the Top Safety Pick and top rating on all the IIHS.org crash tests. Click for IIHS test results
Good performance in Frontal offset test results, Side impact test, Roof strength test, Rear crash protection/head restraint ratings and standard electronic stability control.

9/15 roof rack spread increase - the new Outback crossbars have a fixed 30" spread width which may not be enough for some uses like longer kayaks etc. The optional heavy-duty cargo basket can be attached to the crossbars, and then the round crossbars (or Yakima, Thule etc) can be attached to the basket for a 36" spread. The cargo basket is handy for carrying many other things as well.  Current list price for the cargo basket is $249.95

8/23  the warranty maintenance owner's booklet error-   the owner's maintenance booklet may have incorrectly omitted the recommended 105,000 mile 2.5L timing belt replacement. The timing chain on the  3.6L 6 cylinder, no inspection or replacement needed

August 12-  re  tire and steering wheel shimmy/vibration around 60mph that has been reported on some 2011 and 2010 Outback and Legacy and widely discussed online. Its an uncommon issue though if you read online you might think its more widesprerad. Subaru has a number of possible remedies to help, from rotating and balancing the tires with road-pressure applied, to engine mount and steering wheel shims, linkage bushing replacement.
See your local dealer service dept if you think you have this problem and contact SoA at 800 SUBARU3 to register your comcern

August 6, 2010 110 volt power outlet now available on 2011 and 2010 Outback and Legacy models. 100 watts. 2 prong power outlet is in the back of the center console for charging cell phones, laptops etc.

July 29, 2010 new Subaru Synthetic 5W-30 oil is available (full page 2011 maintenance schedule and service intervals)

July 23, 2010 - Recall. 2010 and 2011 Outbacks and Legacys with a manual transmission built April 28,1010 - June 23, 2010.  App 809 vehicles are missing a lubrication passge in the transmission transfer case which could eventually lead to gear failure. The lubrication passage will be opened in the affected vehicles. Cars with 6,250 miles will need third through sixth gears as well as the main shaft. Letters will be sent to owners late July. Recall WVS-29

July 15- new optional Wi-Fi mobile internet for 2011 and 2010 Outbacks is now available. This mobile router mounts in the rear cargo area providing internet access for multiple wi-fi devices such as laptops, phones, game devices, Wii, iphones etc. Great for families with kids who like to study or play while traveling and camping, and especially for business people who want internet access on the road.  Range is up to app 150ft depending on line-of-sight access and buildings. Plugs into the cargo are power outlet and the car must be running or the key turned to 'accessory' to power the unit.
The router can carry many connections at the same time while your typical wireless access card is only good for the single device it plugs into.
Internet access is 3G supplied by AutoNet Mobile and coverage is national, see the coverage map.
Check below and see your dealer for current pricing.
Requires a 1 year contract at $29 month for 1GB, $59 for 5GB, with the first 3 months free (promo code 'Subaru').
Connection is 802.11a/b/g, with USB, ethernet ports. Security features include user controlled passwords, WEP or WPA  encrytion, VPN tunnel etc.  Optional services available from autonet include 'Find My Car' vehicle tracking and 'Geo Fence' location notification.
Available factory installed for $529 list price, or from Subaru dealer parts dept for $499 part #H001SAJ200

July 11-  new optional side window moldings are available on 2011 Outback and Legacy. See photos above. These moldings will help minimize rain dripping in when your windows are open. They look good. Dark gray with chrome trim. Available from your dealer, not from the factory.

WHAT'S NEW FOR 2011 - a brief summary. scroll down for all features

The 2011 Outback only has few changes from the very successful 2010 model

new fold-in outside mirrors
new Limited now includes XM satellite radio, 3 mos free subscription
new options rear view auto dimming mirror with compass, Homelink and new back-up camera,  requires sunroof. The mirror is still available without the camera.
new options optional rear gate chrome trim (see images above);  body side moldings (late availability);  Window rain deflector moldings (dealer installed only),
new colors ruby red pearl, and caramel bronze pearl both with ivory (tan) interior. The only colors available with gray interior are silver, dark gray and sky blue.

gone but will be back optional interior kit with illuminated cupholders, console and footwells. Late availability. Was available for 2010s.
gone  harvest gold color discontinued (replaced by caramel bronze).

new  to welcome new owners, Subaru sends a welcome packet- a guide to owner benefit, company contact info, various websites etc.  They're not including contact info for your dealer which should be the first place to go for specific questions about operating the new car, or for service, comments, help, advice etc.

Plus you can request a free 'Badge of Ownership' to put on the car to show and help spread the Love. If you currently have a Subaru, you can get one too. Its a small round badge that you adhere anyplace but typically car logos, names, and emblems are put on the back of the car or the sides just in front of the doors. Photos, link here

6/23/10 - the 2011s are starting to arrive at dealers
6/8/10 -  2011 brochures start arriving at dealers
5/7/10 -  2011 model prices and features announced.  No major changes for the 2nd year of the very successful Outback redesigned for for the 2010 model.
 Base prices raised $200, 2.5i and 3.6R Limited +$520 with the XM radio now part of the h/k audio system.  Destination raised $30 to $725 from $695 (Ak $875 and Northeast states may vary).
All the details on the 11s are not out yet. So far, outside mirrors now fold in, Harman/Kardon radio now includes XM satellite radio with a $300 price increase. The 2.5i and 2.5i Premium no longer have a stand alone moonroof or Harman/Kardon audio Option Package. New colors: Caramel Bronze Pearl replaces Harvest Gold, and Ruby Red Pearl added.  Moonroof package now includes a new auto dimming rear view mirror/compass/Homelink with new rear view back-up camera similar to whats in the 2010 Tribeca. New optional body side moldings and rear chrome garnish. Still no Memory Seat on any model.
Hundreds of choices: It can be confusing. There are 9 Outback models for 2011 with 22 factory Option Packages and 9 colors for a total of 198 possible model, transmission and color combinations, plus there are 5 PZEV emission Outbacks with 15 Option Packages and 9 colors for another 135 possible combinations. And then there are many individual options and upgrades. Your dealer might not have the exact model you want and an order can take from 6-12 weeks +/-.

Hundreds of choices but Still No...  these are things I would like to see on the 2011 Outback but won't....

> Still an excessive and confusing number of model, trim and color combinations resulting in unbalanced inventory and excess orders and trades
> still no memory driver seat with automatic memory mirrors on Limiteds;
> still no 10 second power-off  delay to close windows, sunroof etc;
> still no width adjustable roof rack crossbars;
> still no scuff resistant unpainted bumpers;
> still no 'rugged road' stripped down model with oversize tires, vinyl flooring and seats etc;
> still no 2" trailer hitch to replace the small 1.25" one;
> still no 6 way power, height adjustable, passenger seat... the passenger is important too....
> still no flat unchipped emergency-use 'hide-a-key' that at least opens the door, that you can carry in a wallet/purse or hide under the car someplace

4/19 Outback and Legacy model information released. Early information only and orders accepted. No feature changes, prices, or specs announced yet, so no word on fold-in mirrors for example or any other changes/upgrades for the 2011s. Outback model line seems to remain the same as 2010. The models are 2.5i manual or CVT, Premium manual or CVT, Limited CVT, 3.6R 5AT, 3.6R Premium 5AT, 3.6R Limited 5AT.
Minor Option Package changes: package #03 has been dropped (h/k audio package), and on the 2.5i Premium, the moonroof and h/k audio is only available with the all weather package. Harman/Kardon stereo now includes satellite radio. New colors: Caramel Bronze Pearl replaces Harvest Gold, and Ruby Red Pearl added.  Moonroof package now includes new auto dimming mirror/compass/homelink with back-up camera.It works well, see 2010 Tribeca page for pictures, and is not available with navigation.

OUTBACK FUEL ECONOMY COMPARISON
midsize Crossover fuel economy MPG ratings.

Thinking about a midsize Crossover with all wheel drive like the 2011 Subaru Outback? Here are some 2011s that are generally in the same size range as the Outback, though some are smaller and others clearly larger.
These sorted by their Highway fuel economy ratings, and all have automatic transmissions. The model is whatever was rated at the best MPG city/highway. Price and engine size was not considered.  Link for what it costs to drive 15000 miles per year
 

#1 Subaru Outback- 22/29 MPG ChevyEquinox/GMCTerrain-20/29 Toyota Highlander Hybrid- 28/28 Kia Sorrento- 21/27 BMW X5- 19/26 Ford Edge- 18/26 Honda Crosstour- 18/26 Hyundai Santa Fe- 20/25 Toyota Venza- 20/25 Lexus RX 350- 18/24 Volvo XC70 Crosscountry- 18/24 Dodge Journey- 16/24

Chevy Tahoe Hybrid- 20/23 Suzuki Grand Vitara- 19/23 Nissan Murano- 18/23 Ford Explorer- 17/23 Acura ZDX- 16/23 Land Rover LR2- 15/22 Toyota Highlander- 17/22 Jeep Grand Cherokee-  16/22 Hyundai VeraCruz- 16/21 Infiniti FX35- 16/21 Mazda CX7- 17/21 Nissan Xterra- 15/20

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Outback Dimensions 2011 scroll down for cargo area measurements  Remember, this is an unofficial, unauthorized website not approved by SoA or any dealer. contact your local dealer.  subject to change, correction, updating.
Dimensions	Wheelbase:  107.9"  Overall Length:  188.2 Width:  71.7" includes folded-in outside mirrors, width with mirrors folded out: 81" Height: 66.1" with crossbars in use, 65.7" with crossbars on rails, not used Headroom front/rear: 40.8"/39.3" Headroom with moonroof front/rear 38.7"/39.3" Legroom front/rear: 43.0"/37.8" EPA Interior pasenger volume 105.4cf, with moonroof 102.4cf EPA Cargo volume 34.3cf EPA cargo volume with seats flat 71.3cf Track:  front/rear 61/61"
model model code	2.5i BDA, BDB	2.5i Premium BDC, BDD	2.5i Limited BDF	3.6R BDI	3.6R Premium BDJ	3.6R Limited BDK
Turning circle	36.8ft.  turns lock-to-lock 3.2
Ground Clearance	8.7"
Angle of approach	18.9*
Breakover angle	19.5*
Angle of departure	22.2*
model	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R	3.6R Premium	3.6R Limited

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2011, 2010 Cargo and Seat Measurements these are unofficial and  hand measured. subject to change, correction, No changes from 2010 model there's room in the back for a lot more than just 1 set of clubs
front power seat goes up and down from 25.5" - 27.75" hand measured from the middle of the side bolster to the ground, so the actual seating surface will be a few inches lower. This image is the lowest, look at the seat and console, and then  check the image to the right.	front power seat goes up and down. This is the highest, look at the seat and console
cargo area width measurements *****	the rear gate lifted up, the white arrows pointing at the little push button to open the gate, and at the rear-view camera (with Navigation).  Those are the license plate lights on either side of the handle. cargo area width measurements (no changes from 2010) A- width along base of gate opening- 39.5"  B- width between wheel wells- 43" C- width of driver rear seat- 16.5" D- width of passenger rear seat- 26" E- width along middle of gate opening- 44.5" F- width at top of wheel wells- 51.5" G- width along top of gate opening- 39" H- width into open storage pockets- 55.25" > Back of rear seat height from ground when folded flat is 28.5", measured at the rear door > Cargo floor height at gate 28"
cargo area length and height measurements rear seat fold down split is 35/65.  *****	cargo area length and height measurements 1- length with seats up 40.25" 2- length to stereo 110" 3- length to top of rear seats folded flat 66"  (not to the back of the front seat) 4- height, floor to ceiling in middle of cargo area 33.5" 5- height of gate at opening, angled from top out to gate lip 34"  5B- height of gate at opening, straight from top down to floor (a few inches inside the gate lip) 30.5" 6- angle from lower left to upper right 50" 7- lip to back of wheel well 17" > Back of rear seat height from ground when folded flat is 28.5", measured at the rear door > Cargo floor height at gate 28" > Moonroof-  interior opening 30.25 x 15.5" (see images above and below)
cargo area with cargo cover	cargo area with cargo cover
rear driver's cargo area cubby hole with arrow pointing at power outlet and pop-out hook.  Shown without the cargo cover.	rear passenger side with pop-out cargo hook. Limited shown with Harmon Kardon subwoofer speaker
hook holds the cargo floor up to access the spare and storage bin	lift up the cargo floor and there is a storage bin above the spare tire.  Shown with floor sides lifted out so the cargo cover can be stored
shown with the cargo cover stored under the floor	cargo cover stored with sides of the floor in place
spare tire, shown with floor sides out	Moonroof- 30.25" x 15.5" hand measured inside opening, New for 2011, it includes new rear view mirrors with back up camera

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- 2011 OUTBACK CRASH TEST RESULTS  subject to change, correction INSURANCE INSTITUTE FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY IIHS.ORG  2011 Outback is a Top Safety Pick 2011 - and 2010- Outback get the Top Safety Pick and top rating on all the IIHS.org crash tests. Click for IIHS test results Good performance in Frontal offset test results, Side impact test, Roof strength test, Rear crash protection/head restraint ratings and standard electronic stability control.
- NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS 2011 Outback Overall Rating- 4 stars announced 10/5/10 ------  2011 Outback star safety rating from NHTSA  thats on the Monroney window sticker ------ New for 2011 models - an enhanced Star Safety Ratings System will now evaluate side pole crash testing and crash prevention technologies and, for the first time, will use female crash test dummies (97 lb), not just men.  Safety ratings range from 1 to 5 stars, with 1 star being the lowest and 5 stars the highest.  One of the most significant changes to the ratings program for consumers is the addition of an Overall Vehicle Score for each vehicle tested.  The Overall Vehicle Score combines the results of a frontal crash test, side crash tests and rollover resistance tests and compares those results to the average risk of injury and potential for vehicle rollover of other vehicles. Because so many vehicles had reached the highest rating under the old rating criteria, and because the new standards are much more rigorous, not all previously rated 5-star vehicles will remain at 5 stars. The Pole side impact test will have the car sliding into a 10" diameter pole at 20 mph, hitting by the driver’s door behind the windshield pillar (aka A pillar) For model year 2011, NHTSA will rate 24 passenger cars, 20 sport utility vehicles, two vans and nine pickups under the new ratings system. official NHTSA site
Overall Rating 4 STARS	Overall Frontal crash	Overall Side crash	Combined Side Barrier and Pole front seat	Combined Side Barrier and Pole rear seat	Rollover, 17.4%
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Individual test results	Frontal crash driver, male	Frontal crash,  passenger, female	Side Barrrier crash driver, male	Side Barrier crash,  rear passenger, female	Side Pole crash,  driver, female

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Hundreds of choices of 2011 models: There are 9 Outback models for 2011 with 22 Option Packages and 9 colors for a total of 198 possible model, transmission and color combinations, plus there are 5 PZEV emission Outbacks with 15 Option Packages and 9 colors for another 135 possible combinations. And then there are many individual options and upgrades. Your dealer might not have the exact model you want and an order can take from 6-12 weeks +/-.
 

- 2011 OUTBACK MECHANICALS Remember, this is an unofficial, unauthorized website not approved or supported by SoA or any dealer. Contact your local dealer. Information subject to change, correction, updating
engine	2.5L 4 cylinder engine			3.6L 6 cylinder engine
2011 Feature subject to change, correction	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R	3.6R Premium	3.6R Limited
Engine	4 cylinder 2.5L SOHC Boxer design (EJ253) 16 valve, i-active Valve Lift system (variable valve lift) Aluminum block and head Tming belt (105,000 mile replacement) Resin composite intake manifold new Steel cylinder liners 5 main bearings Sequential multi-port injection Distributorless ignition Iridium spark plugs new Spark plugs: NGK: SIFR6A11 firing order 1-3-2-4 Compression 10.0:1 Idle speed: manual 650rpm, CVT 675rpm Ignition timing 15* BTDC Speedometer to 150mph Redline 6400 rpm Regular gas, 87 octane, 18.5 gallon tank 5/22/2011 - 5w-30 synthetic oil required			6 cylinder, 3.6L DOHC Boxer design (EZ36D) 24 valve DAVCS dual active variable valve control system, variable valve timing Camshaft timing chain (no replacement schedule) Composite resin intake manifold Sequential fuel injection Direct electronic distributorless ignition Spark Plugs: NGK SILFR6C11 Plug Firing Order 1-6-3-2-5-4 Speedometer to 160mph Redline 6400 rpm Compression 10.5:1 Oil, oil filter capacity 8.5US qt Idle speed, parked, 700rpm Ignition timing 15* BTDC Regular gas, 87 octane, 18.5 gallon tank 5/22/2011 - 5w-30 synthetic oil required
Horsepower and torque	170hp@5600rpm, torque170@4000rpm			256hp@6,000rpm, torque 247@4400rpm
Transmission -  6 speed manual and CVT (new on 2010 model)	Standard 6 speed manual Optional  CVT automatic with paddle shifters and 6 'gears'.		Standard- CVT automatic with paddle shifters and 6 'gears'	Standard- Automatic 5 speed electronic with paddle shifters
CVT automatic transmission-  on 4 cylinder models only	The Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission is the only automatic transmission available in 4 cylinder models. It replaces the automatic . What is a Lineartronic CVT transmission? CVT is Continuously Variable Transmission. Lineartronic is just Subaru's name for their CVT.  CVT is a gearless chain drive transmission that efficiently matches RPMs and power  for better fuel economy because the engine runs at its most efficient RPM over a range of speeds.  The Subaru CVT uses a chain and  has  'manual mode' with paddle shifters and 6 selected 'gears' for drivers who want more control or better performance and just like to play. > Maintenance: only use Subaru CVT C-30 oil. The oil does not need to be changed unless driven under very hard or frequent towing in which case replace at 25000 miles. There's no dipstick. > CVT Background-  new on the 2010 Outback and Legacy.  Subaru's 1989 Justy EVCT was the first production car in the U.S with a CVT, and Fuji has sold their technology to other companies, and they still use it in small cars in Japan. Other companies using a version of a CVT recently are the Toyota hybrids under the name Hybrid Synergy Drive (ie Prius, Highlander, Camry, Lexus etc), Honda Civic hybrid, Nissan Murano, BMW's Mini Cooper, Mitsubishi Lancer, Dodge Caliber, Jeep Compass and Patriot, Ford Freestyle, Five Hundred and Mercury Montego etc etc. (from wiki) more Subaru glossary and terms
All Wheel Drive Systems.  All Subarus are all wheel drive.  Systems vary by model but VDC stability skid control with traction control and all wheel drive is standard on all models	2.5i,  Premium, with Manual 6 speed transmission Continuous All Wheel Drive system with VDC and Hill Holder symmetrical viscous coupling 50/50 front/back power split.  2.5i, Premium, Limited with  Automatic CVT transmission Active All Wheel Drive system with VDC and Hill Holder. Electronically controlled,  constantly varying front/back power split 80/20 front/back power split. 3.6R, automatic 5 speed transmission VTD (Variable Torque Distribution) All Wheel Drive system with VDC and Hill Holder  VTD traction control system has 45/55 performance oriented, front/rear power split. VDC is standard on all models VDC vehicle dynamics control, is an electronic stability control system that measures and monitors steering wheel input, braking, vehicle angle etc and then applies individual brakes and/or reduces engine power to counteract skids or slides to help keep maintain driver control. TCS Traction Control System is part of VDC. TCS senses spinning wheels and applies the brakes to maintain traction.
Manual transmission All Wheel Drive system with VDC and hill holder	symmetrical all wheel drive, viscous coupling 50/50 power split.			no manual available
Gear Ratios, Manual scroll down for automatic	Manual 6 speed. 1st 3.454; 2nd 1.947; 3rd 1.296; 4th 0.972; 5th 0.825; 6th 0.695 Final drive 4.44:1			no manual available
Automatic transmission All Wheel Drive system with VDC	Optional Lineartronic CVT with paddle shifters		Standard Lineartronic CVT with paddle shifters	Standard automatic 5 speed with VDC, and VTD
Gear Ratios, Automatic	CVT there are no gears with a continuously variable transmission. In automatic mode the CVT is 3.525- 0.558  Final drive 3.900:1			Automatic 5spd  1 3.540; 2 2.264; 3 1.471; 4 1.000; 5 0.834 final 3.083:1
Emissions:  4 cylinder models are available in either Fed or PZEV (partial zero emission vehicle)  spec. PZEV required on all 4 cylinder Outbacks, and Legacys with the CVT,  in CA, CT, NJ, NY, MA, ME, RI, VT, PA, OR, WA	What is PZEV, a brief, simple summary The EPA says a PZEV is clean running gas engine car based on emissions testing for carbon-containing compounds, oxides of nitrogen, particulate matter, and other tailpipe nastiness.  It is required on 4 cylinder models sold in CA, CT, NJ, NY, MA, ME, RI, VT, PA, OR, WA 1. A charcoal cannister catches unburned gas left in the engine when it's turned off so it doesn't just evaporate.  2. Fuel injectors that close tighter when they're not in use. 3. A finer mesh in the catalytic converter, as well as optimized placement of its precious metal. 4.  The engine's electronic brain is tuned to run the hot at start up to help the catalytic converter heat up so it can start doing its job faster. PZEV emission cars are indentified on the Monroney window sticker
model reminder subject to change, correction, updating	2.5i	2.5i SE	2.5i Limited	3.6R	3.6R Premium	3.6R Limited
Fuel Economy- city/highway, combined EPA Fuel tank size:18.5 US gallons (15.4 Imperial gallons) Regular unleaded gas, 87 octane, all models Low fuel light on at app 3 gallons	Manual 6spd 19/27; combined EPA 22mpg Automatic CVT 22/29, combined EPA 24mpg The CVT automatic tranmission city mpg range is 18-26 which is avg 22mpg; the highway mpg range is 24-34, avg 29.			Automatic 5spd  18/25;  combined 20mpg
Steering	Power rack & pinion with engine speed sensing variable assist Turning circle: Curb to Curb  36.8; Wall to Wall 38.7';  Steering Wheel Turns lock-to-lock  3.2,
Brakes Electric parking brake with auto release Auto release function- wear seatbelt, step on brake pedal, put car in gear, lightly press gas pedal.  Makes a mild sound as it activates or releases so you know its working. To use in as emergency brake tap or hold the brake button down but only in an serious emergency when you cannot normally brake! This will cause your rear wheels to lock so be very careful. The mechanical release for the electric brake if the battery is dead is under the car in front of the right rear wheel and it's an awkward process, so keep the battery charged. Dead battery brake release info	4 wheel disc, 4 channel anti-lock, low wear indicator Caliper- single piston front: 11.6 ventilated front disc rear: 11.3 solid rear disc Electric parking brake with auto release (wear seatbelt, car in gear, press gas)			4 wheel disc, 4 channel anti-lock, low wear indicator Caliper- single piston front: 12.4 ventilated front disc rear: 11.4 ventilated rear disc Electric parking brake with auto release (wear seatbelt, car in gear, press gas)
Hill Holder button and dashboard green 'on' light	Standard on all models. Uses the electric parking brake. The Hill Holder system is now electronic and standard on all models.  After the car is started, the system can be turned on by stepping on the brake and then pushing the Hill Holder button by the driver's left knee (next to the parking brake button). A green light in the upper right dash comes on. When stopping on a hill 5% or steeper, either going forward up or backwards down a hill,  the Hill Holder activates the electric parking brake and will briefly hold the car from rolling as the driver releases the brake by stepping on the gas.  Makes a mild sound as it activates or releases so you know its working Works going up or backwards down an incline.  Note: if you are already stopped on an incline and did not press the Hill Holder button,  press the Parking Brake since it will also hold the car and releases when you press the gas pedal.
Curb weight, manual/automatic, US pounds GVWR- gross vehicle weight rating- 4585 pounds	3386/3495	3428/3536	3564	3544	3634	3658
Wheels: 2.5i: 16" steel wheel All others: 17" aluminum alloy	2.5i: 16" x6.5 steel wheel with plastic wheel cover	17x7jj 6 spoke alloy		17x7" 6 spoke alloy
Tires:  all models come with Continental ContiProContact all-season tires. Spare- Temporary duty Chains tire chains cannot be used due to clearance. If you do lots of winter driving consider a set of snow or ice tires.	215/70R16 99S all season	225/60 R17 98T all season		225/60 R17 98T
Suspension	Front- Independent, raised struts, coil springs, stabilizer bar,  anti-dive geometry Rear- independent, double wishbone, coil springs, stabilzer bar, anti-Lift gemometry
Towing	2.5L 4 cylinder (CVT and manual trans) -  2700 pounds with trailer brakes. 1000 pounds without trailer brakes.  Hard towing - over 104* F when towing up a long hill max weight should be 1350 pounds Replace CVT oil at app 24855 miles if towing. 3.6L 6 cylinder- max 3000 pounds with trailer brakes, 1000 pounds without trailer brakes. Over 104* F or when towing up a long hill max weight should be 1500 pounds. Hitch- the optional Subaru trailer hitch is 1.25". There is no 'tow package'  Emergency Towing: a flatbed is alway preferred. Never tow with on 2 wheels on the ground. See your owners manual, ch 9, pg 16 Towing the car- a flatbed is always recommended when towing your Outback. A manual transmission can be towed with all wheels on the ground behind a tow truck or motorhome for example, but never with just 2 wheels on the ground.  An automatic or CVT can be towed with all 4 wheels on the ground in an emergency for a very very short distance and at very slow speed (under 20mph) but a flatbed is strongly preferred.
Headlights- standard on all models:  daytime running lights;  auto-off  headlights with ignition key removal. 'Auto'  light sensing dusk-dawn setting	4 beam halogen - projector low beam, multi-reflector high beam
model subject to change, correction, updating	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R	3.6R Premium	3.6R Limited