Subaru Outback 0–60 Times
The Subaru Outback 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 33 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek 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 MotorWeek.
Out of all the Subaru Outback tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.45 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.74 seconds at 90.61 mph.
Fastest Stock 0–60
5.80sec
2022 Wilderness
Fastest Overall
5.70sec
2010 SVI GTk · modified
Avg ¼ Mile
15.74sec
@ 90.6 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
10.10sec
2010 2.5i Limited
Across 33 verified runs, the Subaru Outback ranges from 5.70 to 10.10 seconds 0–60, with a 7.45-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
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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
33 tests · 13 years
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2026 Subaru Outback
3 verified runs
Avg 0–60
6.17
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.77
sec
Recorded Tests
3
#04
2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness
6.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
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
- #4 of 33
#08
2026 Subaru Outback Touring XT
6.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
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
- #8 of 33
#09
2026 Subaru Outback Touring XT
6.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
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
- #9 of 33
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 fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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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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