What kind of engine does the 2011 Subaru Outback have?
The Outback was redesigned for 2010; you can compare that version with the 2011 Outback here. We evaluated the four-cylinder Outback last year; this time around we tested a six-cylinder Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited.
How is power distributed in a Subaru Outback?
All automatic Outbacks distribute power between the axles electronically; the manual Subaru Outback uses a simpler viscous coupling that’s less proactive in doling out power when the wheels start to slip. Still, both systems distribute constant power to each axle.
What are the standard features of a Subaru Outback?
Standard features include six airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system. Click here for a full list of safety features. The Outback 2.5i comes with power windows and locks, remote entry, cruise control, air conditioning and a CD stereo with an auxiliary jack and steering-wheel audio controls.
What is the towing capacity of a Subaru Outback?
Even loaded with cargo, our test car had the sort of torque to pull strongly around town, though getting up to highway speeds didn’t leave much extra power on tap. With the six-cylinder, towing capacity tops out at 3,000 pounds.
What kind of drive does a Subaru Outback have?
As with all Subarus, all-wheel drive is standard. The Outback was redesigned for 2010; you can compare that version with the 2011 Outback here. We evaluated the four-cylinder Outback last year; this time around we tested a six-cylinder Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited.
How many miles per gallon does a Subaru Outback get?
The standard steering wheel mounted shift paddles, however, allow the driver to select and hold gears as with a manual transmission, thus making passing and merging maneuvers a bit quicker. With a projected 29 miles per gallon highway and a new 18-gallon fuel tank, the Outback can cruise over 500 miles before refueling.