Beginning this year, the Outback is available only as a wagon. It receives external changes to its bumper and lights, changing it into a more urban looking vehicle. It is available with a four cylinder, turbocharged four-cylinder, or a six-cylinder. It has full time all-wheel drive. The five-speed automatic transmission has new manual gear selection paddle shifters. A unique SI-Drive system is also available that allows three different driving modes: "Intelligent," "Sport" and "Sport Sharp". Subaru's already capable safety features receive a standard tire-pressure monitor as well. For 2008, the Subaru Outback is no longer available as a sedan. The interior and exterior also get largely redesigned for 2008.
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Outback
2008
2008 Subaru Outback
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2008 Base 4dr All-Wheel Drive Wagon
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2008 Base 4dr All-Wheel Drive Wagon
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2008 2.5i 4dr All-Wheel Drive Wagon
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2008 2.5i L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-Wheel Drive Wagon
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Overview
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.5L H-4 / 170 HP / 170 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard:
5-spd man w/OD
Available:
4-spd SPORTSHIFT w/OD
Drive Type
Full-time All Wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
19 / 26 / 22 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 2.5L H-4 / 170 HP / 170 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Full-time All Wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 19 / 26 / 22 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 16.9 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $65 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 65.4 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 98 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 189.0 " |
Exterior Width | 69.7 " |
Exterior Height | 61.6 " / 63.2 " |
Front Headroom | 40.5 " |
Rear Headroom | 39.1 " |
Front Legroom | 44.1 " |
Rear Legroom | 33.9 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 54.4 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 53.7 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,350 Lbs. / 3,375 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 105 " |
Turning Radius | 17.7 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 16.0 " Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Body-colored / Front Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | Lip |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
Not Yet Available
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating | |
Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Accessories Months |
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