Subaru
Outback
2012
2012 Subaru Outback
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2012 3.6R Premium 4dr All-Wheel Drive
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Overview
The Outback is available with a 170-hp naturally-aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder with a six-speed manual transmission (or optional six-speed CVT), or a 3.6-liter six-cylinder with a five-speed automatic transmission. The CVT and automatic transmissions feature a manual mode with paddle levers on the steering wheel. Limited models feature leather seating, a 440-watt nine-speaker harman/kardon audio system, dual-zone automatic climate control and Bluetooth hands-free phone capability.
The 2012 Outback Premium and Limited models receive a standard USB port. Audio equipment has also been revised for 2012.
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.5L H-4 / 170 HP / 170 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard:
6-spd man w/OD
Available:
Lineartronic 6-spd sequential shift control CVT w/OD
Drive Type
Full-time All Wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
19 / 27 / 23 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 / 27 / 23 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 18.5 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $71 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 71.3 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 105 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 188.2 " |
Exterior Width | 71.7 " |
Exterior Height | 65.8 " |
Front Headroom | 40.8 " |
Rear Headroom | 39.3 " |
Front Legroom | 43.0 " |
Rear Legroom | 37.8 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 56.3 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 56.1 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,389 Lbs. / 3,498 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 108 " |
Turning Radius | 18.4 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 16.0 " Steel / 17.0 " Silver Aluminum / 16.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote / Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | With Chrome Bar |
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 |
Not Yet Available
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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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