Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 30 recorded runs

Subaru Outback 0–60 Times

The Subaru Outback 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 30 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Subaru Outback is the 2010 Subaru Outback SVI GTk, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.70 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.20 seconds at 96.4 mph, according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested 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 Motor Week.

Out of all the Subaru Outback tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.57 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.84 seconds at 89.99 mph.

Fastest Stock 0–60 5.80sec 2022 Wilderness

Fastest Overall 5.70sec 2010 SVI GTk · modified

Avg ¼ Mile 15.84sec @ 90.0 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 10.10sec 2010 2.5i Limited

Across 30 verified runs, the Subaru Outback ranges from 5.70 to 10.10 seconds 0–60, with a 7.57-second average.

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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	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 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 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	8.00s	5.70s — 2010 SVI GTk	5	The BR generation (2010–2014) averaged 8.00 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 2010 SVI GTk at 5.70 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 265 hp across 2.5L F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.
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 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 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 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 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 8.00s

Fastest 5.70s

Tests 5

2010 SVI GTk

The BR generation (2010–2014) averaged 8.00 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 2010 SVI GTk at 5.70 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 265 hp across 2.5L F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.

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 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 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

30 tests · 12 years

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Model Year 12

2025 Subaru Outback

1 verified run

Avg 0–60 6.30 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 14.80 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#07

2025 Subaru Outback Touring XT

6.30sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

14.80s ¼ mi @ 96.9 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.30 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.80 sec
Trap Speed: 96.9 mph
Engine: 2.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
Horsepower: 260 hp
Torque: 277 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,946 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 22 C / 29 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Wagon
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #7 of 30

How we verify Subaru Outback performance data

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 faster

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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

Motor Week

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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Subaru Outback 0–60 Times by Generation: BH/BE to BT

Subaru Outback 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

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