2023 Subaru Outback
Specs, fuel economy, oil capacity, recalls, and reliability for the 2023 Subaru Outback.
- Engine
- 2.4L Turbo
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Transmission
- Automatic (AV-S8)
- Fuel type
- Regular
- Vehicle class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- City MPG
- 22
- Highway MPG
- 29
- Combined MPG
- 25
- Est. annual fuel cost
- $1,750
Outback reliability score
Scored from NHTSA consumer complaint volume and severity for this model year. Most-reported component: Electrical System.
- Complaints
- 118
- Crashes
- 15
- Fires
- 3
- Injuries
- 5
2023 Outback oil capacity & type
- Viscosity
- 5W-30
- Oil type
- Full Synthetic
- Capacity (with filter)
- 5.1 qt
- Capacity (without filter)
- 4.7 qt
- OEM oil filter
- Subaru 15208AA170
- Drain plug torque
- 44.7 Nm (33 ft-lbs)
2023 Subaru Outback recalls
2 NHTSA safety recalls on file.
- 23V647000
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Outback, Legacy, Ascent, and Impreza vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may…
Separation of the front end of the driveshaft increases the risk of a crash.
- 23V755000
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow…
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing…
What's on this 2023 Subaru Outback page
- Subaru Outback engine specs and horsepower
- EPA fuel economy for the 2023 Outback — city, highway, and combined MPG
- Oil capacity and recommended viscosity for the Outback
- Active NHTSA safety recalls and technical service bulletins
- Reliability score and commonly reported Outback issues
- Towing & payload ratings (for Subaru trucks and SUVs)
- Manufacturer maintenance schedule by mileage
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