Subaru Outback Towing Capacity

The Subaru Outback is a great car for families in Wakefield, Reading, and Danvers, MA. It offers a versatile all-wheel drive experience, with plenty of safety features and convenient space for your next family road trip.

When you're packing for your next excursion, you may want to bring along some larger equipment. Luckily, that's possible with this vehicle, as the 2022 Subaru Outback can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped.

However, what if you want to haul more cargo with your Outback? Ira Subaru will show you everything you can carry on your next adventure, with this guide focused on the Subaru Outback towing capacity.

Read through the information below and feel free to contact us, if you have any questions.

Subaru Outback Maximum Towing Capacity

The Outback is a versatile vehicle that offers safe driving and lots of cargo capability for you and your family. When your 2022 Subaru Outback is equipped with the optional trailer hitch, here are some of the things you can tow:

• Lightweight travel trailer
• ATVs
• A couple of jet skis
• Small fishing boat
• Pop-up camping trailer

When determining if your Subaru Outback can tow a trailer, make sure to consider its weight when fully loaded. If your trailer and gear weigh less than the maximum towing capacity, your Outback can tow it!

As we've mentioned, the maximum towing capacity is 3,500 pounds when properly equipped. The tow hitch helps you have a stable ride, with its 350-pound tongue weight. Plus, 4-wheel disc ventilated front and rear brakes will make sure you have enough stopping power-even when towing extra weight.

Subaru Outback Towing Features

You can also use the hitch to take the family's bikes to a nearby trail. The available hitch-mounted Thule® Bike Carrier is designed specifically for Subaru vehicles. It features an anti-sway cage that absorbs shocks as well as prevents bike-to-bike and bike-to-vehicle contact.

You'll also have an easy time hitching up when it's time to tow something. The standard high-resolution Rear-Vision Camera projects a live picture on the dashboard display of what's behind you, so you can line up the vehicle perfectly with your trailer.

2022 Subaru Outback Performance Specs

There are two engines available to power this midsize SUV through all this towing. The first engine is the standard 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine and has a maximum towing capacity of 2,700 pounds when properly equipped. This engine works with a Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Adaptive Control to maximize efficiency and power.

Then, there's the available 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine, which provides the vehicle's maximum 3,500-pound towing capacity. This engine is also paired with a Lineartronic® CVT. It allows you to control your shifting with 8-speed manual mode and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. You can get power to where it's needed for easy acceleration.

Not only does the vehicle offer a good amount of power but it's very fuel-efficient as well! It can achieve an EPA-estimated 26 city/33 highway MPG, letting you spend hours on the road before needing to stop and refuel.¹

2022 Subaru Outback: Off-Roading Capability

The drivetrain is also equipped to get a good grip when towing or navigating tough terrain. The Subaru Outback comes standard with the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. It features X-MODE® to enhance traction and all-wheel drive capabilities.

The abilities of X-MODE® include:

• Optimizes engine output and transmission ratio
• Boosts all-wheel drive system engagement
• Reduces individual wheelspin
• Provides enhanced traction on slippery surfaces

X-MODE® can help when descending hills too. With standard Hill Descent Control, you can maintain a constant speed to make your way down a steep decline safely and with a stable payload.

You'll also get more stability and control from Vehicle Dynamics Control. This standard system uses sensors to monitor wheel speed, steering angle, brake pressure, and g-forces. It then applies braking and reduces engine torque to keep your Outback and your payload on the right path.

Subaru Outback Cargo Room

Being able to tow heavy equipment is quite useful but may not be practical for everyday errands. That's why the 2022 Outback offers ways to stow smaller belongings.

It has 32.5 cubic feet of cargo room behind the rear seats. Fold down one side of the 60/40-split flat-folding rear seats and you'll be able to fit more items, while leaving room for a backseat passenger. To maximize cargo space, fold down both sides of the back row. You'll then have 75.7 cubic feet of cargo room to work with.

Keep your cargo area organized when you equip your Subaru Outback with these features:

• Cargo-area grocery bag hooks and cargo tie-down hooks
• Removable cargo-area tray
• Optional retractable/removable cargo area cover
• Cargo area rear seatback release levers
• Cargo-area underfloor storage

Additionally, the available Hands-Free Power Rear Gate makes it easy to open and close the tailgate. When your hands are full, wave your foot under the rear bumper and the back will automatically open. You can then load your items into the Outback and quickly be on your way.

Maybe you want to take a bike ride around town or spend a day at the beach or in the mountains. If so, then you'll want to utilize the standard raised roof rails with integrated cross bars. These let you securely attach bicycles, kayaks, skis, or other large items to the top of the vehicle.

Do you need even more cargo room? Equip your Subaru with the optional Thule® Cargo Carrier to add an extra 17 cubic feet of cargo capacity!