Subaru Outback 0–60 Times
The Subaru Outback 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 32 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more. A further 1 modified or prototype run is listed by year but kept out of every record and average, per our methodology.
The fastest tested production Subaru Outback is the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.80 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.60 seconds at 96.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production Subaru Outback is the 2010 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited, which took 10.10 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.80 seconds at 79.0 mph, according to MotorWeek.
Across the 32 verified production tests of the Subaru Outback, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.50 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.79 seconds at 90.43 mph.
Separately, 1 modified or prototype run is on record for the Subaru Outback, led by the 2010 Subaru Outback SVI GTk at 5.70 seconds. These are not stock configurations and are excluded from the figures above.
Fastest 0–60 5.80sec 2022 Wilderness · stock
Average 0–60 7.50sec Across 32 production runs
Fastest Modified 5.70sec 2010 SVI GTk · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 15.79sec @ 90.4 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 10.10sec 2010 2.5i Limited
Across 32 verified production runs, the Subaru Outback ranges from 5.80 to 10.10 seconds 0–60, with a 7.50-second average. 1 modified or prototype run is recorded separately and excluded from this range.
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Subaru Outback Performance Overview
Subaru’s Outback performance record spans 30 verified tests across 2001 to 2025, tracing the model from six-cylinder wagon pace to today’s quicker turbocharged crossovers. In BH/BE form, the 2001 H6-3.0 VDC used the 212-hp EZ30 flat-six and reached 60 mph in 8.3 seconds. The BP/BL generation moved the curve sharply with the turbocharged, 250-hp EJ255-powered 2005 2.5XT Limited at 6.8 seconds, establishing the first clear sub-7-second result in the dataset.
Performance spread widened in the BR years as naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline versions coexisted from 170 to 265 hp. At one end, the 2010 2.5i Limited needed 10.1 seconds to reach 60 mph; at the other, the 2010 SVI GTk set the model’s quickest recorded launch at 5.7 seconds and covered the quarter-mile in 14.2 seconds at 96.4 mph. BS-generation cars returned to a naturally aspirated lineup, with the 2018 3.6R Touring posting a 6.9-second 0-60 run.
The current BT generation, sold since 2020, combines 182-hp naturally aspirated and 260-hp turbocharged gasoline flat-fours. Its quickest result so far is the 2022 Wilderness at 5.8 seconds to 60 mph, keeping the modern Outback near the 2010 peak while maintaining a broader mainstream performance range.
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Subaru Outback 0–60 Times by Generation: BH/BE to BT
5 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT | 2020–present | 6.77s | 5.80s — 2022 Wilderness | 11 | The BT generation (2020–present) averaged 6.77 seconds to 60 mph across 11 production tests, led by the 2022 Wilderness at 5.80 seconds. Output ranged from 182 to 260 hp across 2.4L Turbo F-4, 2.4L Turbo I-4, 2.5L F-4 configurations. |
| BS | 2015–2019 | 8.10s | 6.90s — 2018 3.6R Touring | 9 | The BS generation (2015–2019) averaged 8.10 seconds to 60 mph across 9 production tests, led by the 2018 3.6R Touring at 6.90 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 256 hp across 2.5L F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations. |
| BR | 2010–2014 | 8.58s | 7.10s — 2010 3.6R Limited | 4 | The BR generation (2010–2014) averaged 8.58 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 2010 3.6R Limited at 7.10 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 265 hp across 2.5L F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average. |
| BP/BL | 2005–2009 | 6.95s | 6.80s — 2005 2.5XT Limited | 2 | The BP/BL generation (2005–2009) averaged 6.95 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 2005 2.5XT Limited at 6.80 seconds. Output was 250 hp across 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations. |
| BH/BE | 2000–2004 | 8.63s | 8.30s — 2001 H6-3.0 VDC | 3 | The BH/BE generation (2000–2004) averaged 8.63 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 2001 H6-3.0 VDC at 8.30 seconds. Output was 212 hp across 3.0L F-6 configurations. |
BT 2020–present
Avg 0–60 6.77s
Fastest 5.80s
Tests 11
2022 Wilderness
The BT generation (2020–present) averaged 6.77 seconds to 60 mph across 11 production tests, led by the 2022 Wilderness at 5.80 seconds. Output ranged from 182 to 260 hp across 2.4L Turbo F-4, 2.4L Turbo I-4, 2.5L F-4 configurations.
BS 2015–2019
Avg 0–60 8.10s
Fastest 6.90s
Tests 9
2018 3.6R Touring
The BS generation (2015–2019) averaged 8.10 seconds to 60 mph across 9 production tests, led by the 2018 3.6R Touring at 6.90 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 256 hp across 2.5L F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations.
BR 2010–2014
Avg 0–60 8.58s
Fastest 7.10s
Tests 4
2010 3.6R Limited
The BR generation (2010–2014) averaged 8.58 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 2010 3.6R Limited at 7.10 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 265 hp across 2.5L F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average.
BP/BL 2005–2009
Avg 0–60 6.95s
Fastest 6.80s
Tests 2
2005 2.5XT Limited
The BP/BL generation (2005–2009) averaged 6.95 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 2005 2.5XT Limited at 6.80 seconds. Output was 250 hp across 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations.
BH/BE 2000–2004
Avg 0–60 8.63s
Fastest 8.30s
Tests 3
2001 H6-3.0 VDC
The BH/BE generation (2000–2004) averaged 8.63 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 2001 H6-3.0 VDC at 8.30 seconds. Output was 212 hp across 3.0L F-6 configurations.
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Subaru Outback 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
32 production tests + 1 modified · 13 years ▾
2026 Subaru Outback
3 production runs Avg 0–60 6.17 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.77 sec
Production Tests 3
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2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness
6.00sec 0–60
14.60s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 97.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.4L Turbo F-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 260 hp
- Torque
- 277 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,016 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 27 H / 19 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Wagon
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #3 of 32 production runs
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2026 Subaru Outback Touring XT
6.20sec 0–60
14.80s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 97.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.4L Turbo F-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 260 hp
- Torque
- 277 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,981 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 29 H / 19 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Wagon
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #7 of 32 production runs
#08
2026 Subaru Outback Touring XT
6.30sec 0–60
14.90s ¼ mi @ 96.4 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 96.4 mph
- Engine
- 2.4L Turbo F-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 260 hp
- Torque
- 277 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,997 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 29 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Wagon
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #8 of 32 production runs
How we verify Subaru Outback performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Subaru Outback trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Subaru Outback 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Subaru Outback performance FAQs
11 questions The 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XT runs 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds. That test also recorded a 14.8-second quarter-mile at 96.9 mph. It uses a 260-hp turbocharged FA24F engine with 277 lb-ft, AWD, and a curb weight of 3,946 pounds.
The fastest Subaru Outback on record is the 2010 SVI GTk, which reaches 60 mph in 5.7 seconds. It also owns the quickest quarter-mile result for the model at 14.2 seconds with a 96.4-mph trap speed, making it the quickest Outback in both key acceleration benchmarks.
The fastest stock Subaru Outback on record is also the 2010 SVI GTk, with a 0-60 mph time of 5.7 seconds. There are 30 production Outback tests in total, and none are modified, so the quickest overall run and the quickest stock run are the same vehicle.
Across verified runs, the Subaru Outback Wilderness has a best 0-60 mph time of 5.8 seconds and a 5.9-second average. That makes it one of the quickest regular Outback trims on record, and the fastest Outback from the current BT generation by best recorded 0-60 result.
The Subaru Outback Touring XT has a best recorded 0-60 mph time of 6.0 seconds, with a 6.23-second average across four tests. For the current 2025 model year, the Touring XT posted a 6.3-second 0-60 run and covered the quarter-mile in 14.8 seconds at 96.9 mph.
The BT-generation Subaru Outback, sold from 2020 onward, averages 6.77 seconds from 0-60 mph across 11 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 5.8 seconds by the 2022 Wilderness. Power outputs in this generation range from 182 to 260 hp, with naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline engines.
The fastest BT-generation Subaru Outback is the 2022 Wilderness, with a 0-60 mph time of 5.8 seconds. Within the 2020-present generation, that edges out other tested trims and sets the benchmark for sixth-generation Outback acceleration on record.
The BR-generation Subaru Outback, sold from 2010 to 2014, averages 8.0 seconds from 0-60 mph across five tests. Its fastest version is the 2010 SVI GTk at 5.7 seconds, while tested power outputs for the generation range from 170 to 265 hp with both naturally aspirated and turbocharged engines.
Among the earlier coded generations, the BP/BL Subaru Outback from 2005 to 2009 has the quickest average at 6.95 seconds to 60 mph. Its fastest tested trim is the 2005 2.5XT Limited at 6.8 seconds, making it the quickest older generation by average acceleration.
The Outback Wilderness is quicker by best recorded 0-60 time. The Wilderness has a best of 5.8 seconds and a 5.9-second average, while the Touring XT has a best of 6.0 seconds and a 6.23-second average across four tests. Both are among the fastest Outback trims tested.
Across all 30 Subaru Outback tests, the average quarter-mile time is 15.84 seconds at 90 mph. The quickest Outback quarter-mile on record is the 2010 SVI GTk at 14.2 seconds and 96.4 mph. For the current 2025 Touring XT, the quarter-mile is 14.8 seconds at 96.9 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Subaru Outback can do, not a single marketing claim.
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