2027 Subaru Outback Starts at $34,540 Delivered
Subaru has reopened the bottom of the Outback lineup for 2027. A new base trim starts at $32,995 before destination, or $34,540 with the mandatory $1,545 destination charge in the contiguous United States. Subaru says the model will reach U.S. retailers later in 2026.
The lower entry price is the headline, but the rest of the range also gets selective price reductions. Subaru’s October 22 pricing announcement lists cuts of up to $1,900 before destination on returning trims. The Premium’s base MSRP is unchanged, while the destination charge is $95 higher than on the outgoing model. That distinction matters when comparing advertised prices with the amount shown before taxes and dealer fees.
2027 Subaru Outback prices
These figures combine Subaru’s published MSRP with the $1,545 destination charge. Alaska buyers pay a $1,695 destination charge instead, adding $150 to the totals below.
| Trim | MSRP | Price with destination | MSRP change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $32,995 | $34,540 | New entry trim |
| Premium | $34,995 | $36,540 | Unchanged |
| Limited | $39,995 | $41,540 | Down $1,720 |
| Touring | $43,495 | $45,040 | Down $1,900 |
| Limited XT | $43,595 | $45,140 | Down $770 |
| Wilderness | $43,995 | $45,540 | Down $1,000 |
| Touring XT | $46,595 | $48,140 | Down $1,400 |
Subaru describes the new base model as $2,000 less expensive than the least-costly 2026 Outback on an MSRP basis. Including destination, the difference is $1,905 because the shipping charge has risen. Premium is the clearest example of why shoppers should compare delivered prices: its MSRP stays at $34,995, but its $36,540 total is $95 higher once the new destination charge is included.
The base trim is not bare-bones
The base Outback uses Subaru’s naturally aspirated 2.5-liter flat-four, rated at 180 horsepower, paired with a continuously variable transmission and standard all-wheel drive. It has 8.7 inches of ground clearance, X-Mode with hill-descent control and a maximum tow rating of 2,700 pounds when properly equipped.
Standard cabin and convenience equipment includes a 12.1-inch center touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, heated front seats, a power rear gate and 18-inch wheels. Subaru also lists its EyeSight driver-assistance package and DriverFocus attention monitor as standard. Cargo volume is rated at 34.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 80.5 cubic feet with them folded.
That equipment list makes the base trim more than a price-leader on paper. The useful comparison will come when dealer inventory arrives: buyers should check whether local stores stock the base model or concentrate on higher-margin versions and option packages.
More trims get hands-free assistance
For 2027, Subaru makes its Highway Hands-Free Driver Assistance system standard on Touring and Limited XT as well as Touring XT. Subaru says the system can support hands-free driving on compatible highways at speeds up to 85 mph. It remains a driver-assistance feature, not autonomous driving, and the driver must stay attentive and be ready to take control. That supervised-use distinction also applies to other hands-free systems, including the technology plans covered in our Stellantis and Wayve report.
The turbocharged XT models use a 2.4-liter flat-four rated at 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque. Subaru’s announcement does not change the core engines or basic drivetrain layout for 2027; the news is primarily pricing, equipment packaging and color availability.
Wilderness keeps 9.5 inches of clearance
The 2027 Outback Wilderness starts at $43,995 before destination, a $1,000 MSRP reduction. It retains the turbocharged engine, 9.5 inches of ground clearance, dual-mode X-Mode, electronically controlled adaptive dampers and underbody protection.
Wilderness option pricing also moves slightly. A $1,995 package adds a moonroof, 12.3-inch digital cluster, 360-degree camera and rear automatic braking; Subaru says that package is $50 less than before. A separate $5,090 package adds those items plus Nappa leather, ventilated front seats and Highway Hands-Free Driver Assistance.
What buyers should watch
Subaru has not announced a specific on-sale date beyond “later in 2026.” It also has not published EPA fuel-economy figures in this pricing release. Buyers comparing orders should therefore confirm the window sticker, destination charge, option content and any dealer-installed accessories rather than relying only on the headline MSRP.
Three new paint colors—Sand Dune Pearl, Daybreak Blue Pearl and Snowfall White Silica—join the palette. Premium paint costs $395. Subaru says every 2027 Outback will be assembled in Gunma, Japan. Full trim details are also available on the company’s 2027 Outback product page.
Bottom line
The 2027 Outback does not bring a wholesale mechanical overhaul, but its pricing is meaningful: the new base trim lowers the point of entry, several returning versions receive four-figure MSRP cuts, and hands-free highway assistance expands to more upper trims. The $34,540 delivered base price is the most useful number for comparison shopping, while taxes, registration and dealer charges remain extra.
Featured image: 2026 Subaru Outback at the Montréal International Auto Show. It is a same-generation archive image used to illustrate the 2027 pricing story, not a photograph of a distinct 2027 vehicle. Photo by Bull-Doser, released to the public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
Sources: Subaru of America pricing announcement, October 22, 2026; Subaru 2027 Outback product page.