2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness Specs | Colors, Interior, Features

The Subaru Outback Wilderness specs are what off-road enthusiasts dream about. From the Subaru Outback Wilderness towing capacity, Symmetrical AWD, and up to 9.5 inches of ground clearance, this midsize rugged SUV is built to maximize comfort and confidence in every type of adventure. Expect your mind to be blown when you slide behind the wheel and test-drive this legendary SUV in action at Tom Wood Subaru.

What Makes the Subaru Outback Wilderness So Special?

The normal trims of the Outback are nothing to scoff at. Since the model's debut in 1995, the Outback has always stood for something special: true all-terrain capability mixed with genuine on-road smoothness and city-driving ease. In essence, it's as wilderness-capable as a city-fitting vehicle can get.

The Subaru Outback Wilderness specs take all that further, but they didn't appear out of thin air. So, where did they come from?

The Outback naturally gained quite the following over the years. Since car enthusiasts love modifying their cars to fit their ambitions, custom Outback SUVs could be seen around trails and cities right after the model launched in America. The idea for the Subaru Outback Wilderness specs came from what those enthusiasts did to upgrade their Outback models for better trail capabilities. Check out a Wilderness edition, and you'll find that it may include:

• High-performance suspension with a lifted ride height (for better rough-terrain impact absorption, stability, and obstacle-crossing capability)
• Eye-catching, rugged wheels (for style points and better longevity over harsh terrain)
• Thick and grippy all-terrain tires (for more style points, more puncture protection, and even more slippery-terrain traction)
• Full-size spare tire (to keep pushing on if one of the tires does get punctured beyond repair)
• Underbody skid plate armor (to protect crucial mechanical components, like the engine oil pan, from unseen or unavoidable rocks or other hazards)
• Powertrain upgrades, like new differentials (to push through mud, snow, sand, wet rocks, or hills with any of those terrain conditions more effectively)
• Custom off-road lights (to lead the way down midnight trails)
• Custom exterior styling and bodywork protection (to stand out from the crowd and keep the exterior's most vulnerable areas safe)
• Custom interior upgrades (to protect upholstery and reflect the upgraded capabilities)
• Roof tents (to make even the tightest clearings into a campsite)

When Subaru designers saw what the brand's mechanically inclined fans were doing, they knew that the Subaru Outback Wilderness specs had to be a genuine reflection of those efforts. They did precisely that and made it so that the Outback Wilderness includes everything you could ever want from a custom Subaru Outback built for the outdoors.

It has the all-terrain upgrades listed above, most of the higher-end features of the Outback lineup as standard, signature enhancements that most aftermarket customizers don't do, an exclusive paint color and exterior accent package, and best of all, factory-stock status so that you don't have to compromise your warranty to get custom-SUV capability.

The Subaru Outback Wilderness specs are the perfect tribute to passionate Subaru Outback fans, and we're proud to offer local drivers this easy entry into the trail-riding SUV world.

Subaru Outback Wilderness Specs: Power and Performance

To start things off, to no one's surprise, Symmetrical AWD is standard, and the turbo engine of higher trims is also included – a 2.4-liter turbo four-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine.

This Subaru Outback Wilderness engine is the latest generation of a tried-and-true design, boasting the power, efficiency, and reliability that terrain-conquering adventurers seek in an SUV. It sounds ready for action the moment you rev it, and that's because it is; the Subaru Outback Wilderness horsepower is an impressive 260 horsepower, and it produces 277 pound-feet of torque, which is more than enough to push through muddy terrain.

Helping out with that task is standard dual-function X-MODE featuring exclusive elements such as Deep Snow/Mud mode and unique retuned dynamics like the allowance of some more wheel slip in tough conditions. Contrary to what seems like common sense, allowing a bit of wheel slippage is a better choice when conditions get tough, as you need to get the wheels spinning to hook into loose and slippery terrain. That's just one of many ways the Subaru Outback Wilderness specs are custom-made for those who care about capability.

If you plan on using this SUV as a weekend towing machine to take dirt bikes or ATVs to trails that no car could ever hope to handle, the Subaru Outback Wilderness specs feature an enhanced 3,500-pound towing capacity¹ to do precisely that.

The Outback Wilderness also receives further exclusive off-road upgrades in the form of a revised transmission and final drive ratio. The new transmission allows for greater optimization of the engine's power at lower speeds and in harsh conditions, such as enhanced hill-climb capability. The Subaru Outback Wilderness specs include the ability to climb hills with up to a 40% grade (at low speeds) thanks to this transmission tuning.

Though the Subaru Outback Wilderness MPG ratings will be lower than other turbocharged Subaru Outback models, namely an EPA-estimated 21/26/23 MPG (City/Highway/Combined),² the slight decrease is insignificant compared to the massive increase in capabilities.

Subaru Outback Wilderness Features: Off-Road Upgrades

Firstly, when it comes to size, the Subaru Outback Wilderness length clocks in at 191.3 inches, with a width of 74.6 inches and a height of 66.9 inches, striking an ideal balance between off-road dominance and everyday practicality.

The on-paper 2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness specs are incredible, but the real-world implementation of them is even more impressive.

You can't put power down without proper traction – beyond the enhanced dual-function X-MODE helping you do precisely that on any terrain, Yokohama GEOLANDAR all-terrain tires come standard to bite into the worst trail surfaces and make full use of the optimized power delivery. Yokohama GEOLANDAR tires are commonly chosen as an aftermarket upgrade for custom Outback SUVs, so Subaru designers decided to include them on the Outback Wilderness as factory equipment.

The tires wrap around special 17-inch off-road wheels featuring a tough and ready-to-rumble six-spoke design. They're built from a durable aluminum alloy that'll inspire confidence as they plow into the lips of mud pits. If something does happen to them, the Subaru Outback Wilderness specs have you covered with a full-size spare tire with an integrated underbody carrier. Rather than the temporary-use spare tires of most SUVs, this full-size alternative lets you keep driving as if nothing ever happened.

But even with all that, the Outback Wilderness wouldn't be 100% ready for the most challenging adventures you have on your mind. So, Subaru designers upgraded the suspension for greater stability, articulation, and ground clearance. The Subaru Outback Wilderness specs include 9.5 inches of ground clearance, which is 0.8 inches higher than all other 2025 Outback models. That may not sound like a wild amount of increase, but an extra 0.8 inches is more than enough to turn what would be an impact with rocks into smooth sailing; the other Outback trims' 8.7 inches of standard ground clearance is also at the top of the class, to begin with.

The added Subaru Outback Wilderness ground clearance combines with far-greater approach and departure angles to maximize effectiveness. The Subaru Outback Wilderness exterior has redesigned front and rear bumpers that mimic the high-clearance cuts of custom builds but have cohesively aggressive designs rather than that home-brew cut-and-saw work.

Furthermore, the front bumper has integrated tow points and a full-metal skid plate to cover the engine's vital underside components. The exterior enhancement package is almost complete, with a 180-degree front-view monitor acting as your digital terrain spotter and extended rugged cladding protecting the fenders and lower fascias.

The Subaru Outback Wilderness dimensions and specs are a simple formula: more traction + more clearance + more protection = more capability.

It doesn't end there. You'll find an anti-glare hood decal to make the sunniest days less of a visibility-reducing affair so that you can just enjoy the weather. You'll also find reinforced roof rails specifically designed to handle roof tents so that you can end that beautiful sunny day and set up camp wherever your Outback Wilderness will fit. As the cherry on top, the Outback Wilderness comes with exclusive hexagonal LED fog lights that are more than ready to help light up the trail if you head out at night or before the sun rises.

Subaru Outback Wilderness Interior: Comfort, Convenience, Technology, and More

The interior gets just as much attention. Take a tour through our new Subaru Outback Wilderness inventory, and you'll find a comfortable, easy-cleaning cabin with high-end features coming standard.

The most distinct aspect of the Outback Wilderness interior is the Anodized Copper accents; they highlight the bottom of the heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, the top of the leather-wrapped shifter, and across the upholstery. All configurations of the Outback Wilderness include Gray StarTex upholstery with Anodized Copper stitching. If you're unfamiliar with it, StarTex is a unique synthetic material that blends the comfort of soft leather with the durability of cloth and then adds full water-repellent capabilities. If you happen to slide down a muddy hill trying to get a view of a lake, you can still step back into the Subaru Outback Wilderness interior and sit down without worry: StarTex is a breathable, easy-to-maintain upholstery that can be cleaned with mild soap and water when needed. It also has stylish honeycomb texturing and Subaru Wilderness embossed headrest emblems.

The front and rear outboard seats are also heated, so if that hill sliding mishap occurs in snow instead of mud, it'll be easy for everyone to warm back up. The driver's seat is adjustable via power operation in 10 different ways and features power lumbar support for better posture on longer drives; the front passenger's seat has eight-way power adjustability. Eight cup holders are included in the list of many adventure-ready Subaru Outback Wilderness specs, as are 60/40-split flat-folding seatbacks with a protective coating to handle rough cargo across rough terrain.

Other Outback tech like EyeSight Driver Assist Technology (including Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking, and more) and a hands-free power rear liftgate with auto-close and height memory functions come standard for your confidence and convenience.

You can use Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ to pair your phone to the 11.6-inch SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia touchscreen and play your adventure soundtrack through a 12-speaker Harman Kardon® sound system with Clari-Fi™. These capabilities only scratch the surface of everything that can be found inside this model at our Subaru Outback Wilderness dealer in Indianapolis, IN.

Subaru Outback Wilderness Colors: Exclusive Style

The Subaru Outback Wilderness specs are instantly recognizable as the ultimate blend of city-and-forest versatility once you experience them. The exterior enhancements make the model equally recognizable to other drivers and campers, and to take that even further, the Outback Wilderness color options include a paint scheme that can't be found on any other Outback model: Geyser Blue.

Geyser Blue, in our eyes, takes the vibrant World Rally Blue color that blasted down Finnish forests and Kenyan savannahs on WRX rally cars, then mixes it with a few drops of the iconic Wintergreen color from the enthusiast-favorite second-generation Subaru Outback. Geyser Blue truly is a proper tribute to the Subaru brand's wild and versatile history.

We highly recommend choosing Geyser Blue when configuring your Subaru Outback Wilderness. Specs are unaffected by paint colors, but they just feel better when wrapped in a unique look. However, all hues for the model are very attractive, and they are as follows:

• Crystal Black Silica
• Magnetite Gray Metallic
• Ice Silver Metallic
• Crystal White Pearl
• Autumn Green Metallic
• Geyser Blue

No matter which color you choose, even if it's one shared with the other Outback models found in our selection of new vehicle specials, the Outback Wilderness will retain the Anodized Copper exterior accents to make it immediately identifiable as an Outback Wilderness.

Discover the Outback Wilderness Today at Tom Wood Subaru

Whether you're interested in taming the Subaru Outback Wilderness specs at your favorite campsite or unleashing your inner Colin McRae in a WRX, our Subaru dealership welcomes you. We're as passionate about Subaru vehicles as you are; contact us today to set up a full tour and test drive of the Outback Wilderness or its equally wild siblings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Subaru Outback Wilderness and the regular Outback?

There are a massive amount of differences between the Subaru Outback Wilderness and a regular Outback, most notably the full suite of off-road upgrades included as standard on the Wilderness edition. Most Outback Wilderness upgrades can't be found on any other Outback, including the raised suspension, special higher-clearance bumpers, enhanced dual-function X-MODE, and off-road wheels.

What is the ground clearance of a Subaru Outback Wilderness?

The Subaru Outback Wilderness has special suspension that gives it 9.5 inches of ground clearance, placing it higher than the rest of the Outback lineup and higher than most crossover SUVs could dream of riding. This elevated stance is complemented by genuine off-road-worthy enhancements like Yokohama GEOLANDAR all-terrain tires, higher-clearance bumpers, a front skid plate, and much more.

How big is the gas tank on the Subaru Outback Wilderness?

The Subaru Outback Wilderness has an 18.5-gallon gas tank and an EPA-estimated 21/26/23 MPG (City/Highway/Combined),² which makes it capable of going the distance through trails, in cities, or on highways. If you multiply the model's MPG estimates by its gas tank capacity, you get an EPA-estimated 388 miles of city range³ or 481 miles of highway range.³

Does the Outback Wilderness have a turbo engine?

Yes, the Outback Wilderness has turbo power. The Subaru Outback Wilderness specs include a 2.4-liter turbo four-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine with 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque that can achieve a 3,500-pound maximum towing capacity.¹ When on rough off-road surfaces, the power combines with enhanced dual-function X-MODE and all-terrain tires for maximum capability.

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¹Maximum towing capacity varies by trim level. Trailer brakes may be needed. See your retailer for details.

²EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with driving conditions and your vehicle's condition.

³Estimated ranges provided are subject to variation based on factors such as fuel levels, driving habits, road conditions, and individual vehicle performance. These estimates should be used for comparison purposes only and shall not be solely relied upon.