2021 subaru outback onyx edition xt reviews

2021 SUBARU OUTBACK ONYX EDITION XT REVIEWS DRIVER

Behind the Wheel: New Subaru Outback Horsepower & Performance The headlights are bit squintier, the grille opening slightly more agape, and the plastic cladding around the wheel arches, now expanded in the interest of greater protection when driving off the beaten path. Photo: Jeff Wilsonīuyers appreciate that the Outback doesn’t look like every other mid-size SUV out there, and as a result, Subaru’s given the 2023 models only modest visual updates. Subaru SUV with Refreshed Styling 2023 Subaru Outback. (seatbacks folded)Ĭargo width between wheel housings: 43.3 in. Outback interior dimension key specs: Head room (f/r): 40.1 / 39.1 in.

2021 SUBARU OUTBACK ONYX EDITION XT REVIEWS DRIVER

The Outback is known for receiving top safety ratings, and Subaru has added a new mono-lens camera to the dual-camera set up in their celebrated EyeSight active driver aid suite that allows for greater effectiveness of its sensors in a wider range of conditions. The controls are dominated by the large, vertically-oriented screen, but it’s easy to operate and worked well during our testing. Apple CarPlay is now wirelessly connected only ( Android Auto remains hard-wired).Īlthough small fixes, they’re indicative of the fine-tuning that Subaru does to keep the Outback competitive against other mid-size, five-passenger sport utility vehicles. The change simplifies operation and prevents a multi-step process to operate those functions that had owners of earlier models up-in-arms.įaster USB-C charge ports have been added to complement the USB-A ports, and firmware updates can now happen remotely rather than needing a dealer visit. Most notable is the reconfiguration of the bottom of the 11.6-inch touch screen to include a series of digital ‘hard buttons’ for frequently-used features including heated seat activation and the climate controls.

2021 subaru outback onyx edition xt reviews