The 7th-generation new Subaru Outback is confirmed for launch in South Africa later this year. Here’s what you can expect.
Subaru fans can celebrate as Subaru Southern Africa has confirmed the new 7th-generation Outback will be coming to our market later this year. As a reminder, its essentially a raised spacious station wagon which has offroad capabilities.
The new Subaru Outback is offered with a choice of two engines, but at this stage its unclear whether we’re getting both. Kicking off the range is a naturally-aspirated 2.5 flat 4-cylinder petrol making 137 kW and 254 Nm. Those wanting more punch can opt for the 194 kW and 382 Nm from a turbocharged 2.4 flat 4-cylinder petrol. Both engines have Subaru’s Lineartronic continuously variable transmission.
Subaru’s famed for its symmetrical all-wheel drive and this is retained for the new 7th-generation Outback. Expect the latest iteration of that, plus Subaru’s Eyesight safety technology in the new Subaru Outback too. The press release contained images of the new Subaru Outback Wilderness.
Essentially, the Wilderness trim is for the more adventurous souls and it adds additional ground clearance, offroad cladding and all-terrain tyres. The standard Outback is focused on daily practicality and comfort, whereas the Wilderness-equipped Outbacks are all about those offroad trails.
When is the new Subaru Outback coming to South Africa?
The 7th-generation Subaru Outback is confirmed to launch later in 2026. For a pricing estimate, we look at the current iteration of Outback and as of April 2026, R839 000 gets you into the range, with the flagship model topping out at R999 000.
More information, local specifications and pricing will be confirmed closer to the launch date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the Subaru Outback in South Africa?
As of April 2026, the Subaru Outback range starts at R839,000 for the 2.5i Field ES. The flagship 2.4 XT turbo variant is priced at approximately R999,000.
What engine options are available for the Outback?
The South African lineup includes two Boxer engines: a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated engine producing 138 kW and 245 Nm, and a more powerful 2.4-litre turbocharged engine delivering 183 kW and 350 Nm.
What is the fuel consumption of the Subaru Outback?
The 2.5-litre models have a claimed combined fuel consumption of 7.3 L/100 km, while the high-performance 2.4 XT turbo model averages around 9.0 L/100 km.
What warranty and maintenance plan comes with the Outback?
Subaru South Africa provides a 5-year/150,000 km warranty and a 3-year/75,000 km maintenance plan as standard, with options to extend the maintenance cover further.
What are the key safety features in the new Outback?
The Outback is equipped with EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, which includes Pre-Collision Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Lane Keep Assist. It also features a Driver Monitoring System (DMS) and 213 mm of ground clearance for off-road safety.
