2015 Outback specs, options, colors, prices, photos, and more

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blind spot detection outside mirror on Subaru Outback and Legacy

the black circles highlight the optional all new for 2015 Blind Spot Detection symbols and the new approach light (oval Subaru logo) in the left outside mirror on Subaru Outback and Legacy. Blind Spot Detection is standard on all Limiteds, optional on Premiums. A great safety and convenience feature that is definitely worth having. This mirror has the optional dimming and approach light (oval Subaru logo, also circled). Package information
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2015 wilderness green Subaru Outback with optional side moldings, wheel arch moldings, splash guards, window drip moldings, moonroof air deflector
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side view 2015 Lapis Blue Pearl Outback Premium has silver alloy wheels, dark tinted glass, and painted outside mirrors
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2015 Outback audio infotainment touch screen with dual front zone climate control. The weather, gas station, sports, and stock market info on Premium and Limited models requires an XM subscription
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closeup of 15 Outback Limited's matte wood trim

closeup of 15 Outback Limited's matte wood trim

closeup of 15 Outback Limited matte wood trim
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center console, 2015 outback

all new redesigned center console with cupholders, electric parking brake, hill holder and X-Mode functions
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2015 Outback and Legacy dual zone climate control on Premium and Limited models

2015 Outback and Legacy dual zone climate control display on Premium and Limited models. Shows dual zone left/right temperature settings, 7 speed fan, rear defroster with heated outside mirrors,
forward/backward mode button, very small clock (showing 1:17pm), and outside temperature (showing 70f), heated seats buttons (at the ends)
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2015 Outback and Legacy ac and heater controls on 2.5i base models.
4 speed fan knob on left, blue to red temperature knob on right, buttons for front/rear defrosting, ac, and recirculated air, clock (showing 12:53pm) and outside temperature (showing 73f).
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2015 Outback dash instrument panel gauges, shown with Eyesight active cruise control center display. Limited 3.6L 6 cylinder model shown with speedometer to 160mph. 2.5L models go to 140mph (150max)
The Premium and Limited models have the same display with white numbers and needles. The 2.5i base model has white numbers with red needles.
Eyesight models as shown here have the taller center display where the Eyesight cruise control and warnings are shown. See more gauges on Outback 2015 photo page #3
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many more photos on the 2015 Outback photo pages
Exterior photos I Interior photos I Options and Upgrades

2015 OUTBACK	IMAGES AND PHOTOS
2015 Outback 2.5 tailgate logo, with PZEV emissions logo. PZEV emissions are required on 2.5L models sold in CA, CT, DE, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, VT, WA	3.6R tailgate logo

2015 Outback Limited, wilderness green with optional body side moldings	Wilderness Green Subaru Outback Limited front end
2015 Subaru Outback Premium front grill. Wilderness Green is an all new color for Subaru. Shown without optional front underspoiler	rear view 2015 Outback. new Wilderness Green color shown, without optional rear bumper cover
new color for 2015 Lapis Blue Pearl. Base 2.5i model shown without fog lights	Lapis Blue Premium with alloy wheels and fog lights
twlight blue 2015 Outback Premium showing fog lights, alloy wheels, body colored outside mirrors	twilight blue 2015 Outback Premium showing dark tinted windows
carbide gray 2015 Outback Limited	carbide gray 2015 Outback Limited,
ice silver 2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited	ice silver 2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 2015 Outback, ice silver color shown
2015 Outback Limited, venetian red color shown	2015 Outback Limited, venetian red color shown
tungsten Premium Outback	2015 Outback Premium tungsten metallic
rear view 2015 black Outback Premium	Crystal Black 2015 Subaru Outback Premium
2015 Subaru Outback front headlight, black inner surround. Lapis Blue pearl shown	2015 Subaru Outback upgraded roof rack has 4 new tie downs
2015 Outback Premium has silver 17" alloy wheels. Tungsten Metallic shown.	2015 Outback Premium has the 17" silver alloy wheels. Tungsten Metallic shown
2015 Outback rear spoiler has a new for 2015 black trailing edge. The spoiler helps with aerodynamics and the black edge helps it to be more subtle. Tungsten metallic color shown	2015 Outback silver front underspoiler is standard on Limiteds, optional on 2.5i, Premium models
optional 2015 Subaru Outback trailer hitch, 1 1/4" receiver	optional 2015 Subaru Outback class one trailer hitch, receiver size is 1 1/4". The 2.5L is rated up to 2700 pounds and the 3.6L to 3000 pounds with trailer brakes. Without trailer brakes 1000 pounds is the recommended maximum
2015 Outback 2.5i base model 17" black steel wheel without the full wheel cover	2015 Outback 2.5i base model 17" steel wheel with full wheel cover, with all season tires
2015 Outback 2.5i Premium model 17" silver alloy wheel, with all season tires	2015 Outback Limited model 18" silver alloy wheel, with all season tires
2015 Outback 2.5 single exhaust, on the left side, as in this photo. 3.6L models have dual exhaust (note the right side exhaust cut-out).	2015 Subaru Outback 3.6 has dual exhaust. This car has a factory trailer hitch. ice silver shown
2015 Subaru Outback front windshield wiper de-icers, shown with snow melted and the wiper arms lifted up. The de-icers heat the lower front of the windshield and make it easy to lift the wiper arms

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many more photos on the 2015 Outback photo pages
Exterior photos I Interior photos I Options and Upgrades
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Outback optional Eyesight cameras on either side of the rear view mirror	Outback optional Eyesight cameras on either side of the rear view mirror
closeup of a 2015 Outback eyesight camera	the yellow arrows on this left outside mirror point to the heated mirror and blind spot detection symbols, but this mirror doesn't have the optional auto dimming and approach light feature. It doesn't have the line running along the outside of the mirror that indicates the dimming feature or the small oval Subaru symbol light in the upper outside corner. This mirror is standard on Limiteds and optional on Premiums.
Subaru Outback Blind Spot Detection driver's side outside mirror. Blind Spot Detection is standard on all Limiteds, optional on Premiums. This mirror has the optional approach light (oval Subaru logo) and dimming feature which is optional on all models	arrow points at the Blind Spot Detection symbol. Blind Spot Detection is standard on all Limiteds, optional on Premiums.
Auto dimming outside mirror and approach light (not illuminated here) is optional on all models and requires the dimming rear view mirror. Notice the yellow blind spot detection symbol is on (standard on Limited, optional on Premiums) as the truck approaches.	optional on all models, the auto dimming outside mirror with approach light darkens as a bright light shines on the auto dimming rear view mirror, and the approach light is on in this photo because either the door was just unlocked or the door is opened. The light shines on the outside door handles and it convenient at night.
The ivory interior has dark carpeting, dark door sill, and dark lower door panels, See yellow arrows. Premium model with silver door trim, lapis blue Outback shown	2015 Subaru Outback Premium and Limited leather wrapped steering wheel, with audio, bluetooth, cruise, and center dash info display controls. Tilt and telescoping
2015 Outback Premium, warm ivory cloth has dark carpeting, door sills, and lower door panels	Limited with slate black leather, dark wood dash trim, power passenger seat, Venetian red shown.
2015 Outback 2.5i and Premium with textured silver dash trim	close-up of textured silver dash trim (looks like crumpled and then smoothed out aluminum foil) on 2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i and Premium. Driver's door shown
2015 Outback 2.5i model has textrured silver door and dash trim, black inner door handles. warm ivory shown. If you look closely at the front passenger power window button, you'll notice it does not have "auto" on it	2015 Outback 2.5i Premium model has textured silver dash trim and chrome inner door handles
close-up of Limited 2 memory seat buttons and chrome door handle. Warm ivory interior shown	many more photos Exterior photos I Interior photos I Options and Upgrades
Limiteds have matte dark finish wood trim, chrome door handle, power memory seat buttons. Slate black leather shown	NOTE The ivory interior has dark carpeting, dark door sill, and dark lower door panels, See yellow arrows. Premium model with silver door trim, Lapis blue Outback shown
Illuminated front door handles. The white circle is around the inside door handle's blue LED ambient light. Standard on 2015 Premium and Limited models. Drivers door shown, gray perforated leather	Illuminated front door handles- the inside door handles have a small blue LED ambient light. Standard on Premium and Limited 2015 Outbacks, Passenger door shown
close-up of the Outback 2.5i and Premium 'Subaru' embossed plastic front door sill plates. Premium shown with power seat	Outback Limiteds have Subaru embossed aluminum front door sill plates. Driver side shown
2015 Subaru Outback overhead console with sunglasses/garage door opener holder, power moonroof buttons, auto dimming rear view mirror with homelink (no eyesight)	overhead console with Eyesight. For 2015 the cameras are smaller with more rounded corners
2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i and Premium basic driver controls with no power rear gate, blind spot or eyesight controls	2015 Subaru Outback Premium and Limited driver controls with power rear gate and Blind Spot controls, but no eyesight controls
fully loaded model driver controls by the drivers knee, with power gate open/close, steering responsive fog lights (SRF), power gate height, VDC off, lane change assist on/off, Eyesight lane sway and brake collision on/off. Warm ivory shown	Subaru Starlink app sticker on an outside window, with Aha, Pandora, iHeart radio, for iPhone and Android
Subaru Starlink app for iPhone and Android. May 2015, with news, iHeart radio, music streaming, weather, and new Stitcher app	many more photos on the 2015 Outback photo pages Exterior photos I Interior photos I Options and Upgrades
Outback 2.5i base model front console storage with ambient light, 12v outlet, single USB, single aux jack in the back. It can be hard to see them to plug something in though	Outback Premium and Limited front console storage has two USB ports, blue LED light, 12v outlet, aux jack tucker away in the back of the center storage where they can be hard to see
rear seat, Limited model with standard AC vent and heated rear seat buttons in the back of the console	--
2.5i and Premium model without rear AC vent or heated rear seat buttons. All models have two seatback pockets	2015 Limited rear seat a/c vent and new for 2015 heated rear seat buttons. Warm ivory shown
cargo area lever to fold the rear seats flat	spare tire tool kit underfloor storage tray is shallower than the 2014, has less storage room
2015 Subaru Outback sliding front sunvisor shown slid out, see arrow	2015 model paddle shifters are now dark gray (previously silver)
new for 2015 Outback keys, set of 3, 2 with remote, all are chipped Immobilizer Keys- new for 2015 keys are standard side cut. All keys are anti-theft programmed and a programmed key is required to start the car.	2015 Outback standard ignition cylinder, illuminated
the two 2015 Subaru Outback keyless access fobs available on Limited models only- the blue logo is the unlock button! shown with the emergency key pulled out. The 2 key fobs can be keyed to the Limited drivers 2 memory seat positions so the seat adjusts to the seat position for that fob when the door is unlocked. To program-- car off, push/hold the memory seat #1 or #2 button and press the fob's blue unlock button and it should beep.	2015 Outback optional pushbutton start/stop button, comes with two keyless access fobs. Limited models only. Tap the start button once when pressing the brake pedal to start the car. For radio or accessory power only, tap with your foot off the brake, 1 tap for radio, 2nd tap for all power, tap a 3rd time to turn off.
disable the Outback and Legacy keyless access proximity key in order to hide it in the car when camping, swimming, skiing, biking. This works on other manufacturers as well. Remove the emergency key to carry with you to get back in the car (yes the alarm will go off when you open the door until you unwrap the proximity key), wrap the proximity key in foil, then hide it and hope no one finds it and steals the car.	the keyless access key is disabled when wrapped in foil and can be locked in the car. But be careful to first remove the emergency key so you can get back in the car!
2015 Legacy and Outback keyless access remote engine start instructions	MORE Exterior photos I Interior photos I Options and Upgrades
2015 Subaru Outback optional all weather rubber floor mat, driver's mat shown. Carpeted mats are standard and included on all models	all Outbacks have standard front door courtesy/puddle lights on the underside of the front doors. Passenger side shown
the base model Outback 2.5i has black unpainted mirrors, steel wheel with plastic wheelcovers, no fog lights. Lapis blue pearl	The Outback Premium has17" silver alloys, fog lights, body color painted outside mirrors
The Limited model has turn signal mirrors, front under spoiler, fog lights, 18" alloy wheels. Lapis Blue Pearl color
Outback 2.5i base model has unpainted black outside mirrors. Lapis Blue shown	Outback Premium has body colored painted outside mirrors. Ice Silver shown
Outback Limiteds have turn signal mirrors (also Premiums with Eyesight), and this car has optional body side moldings. Wllderness green color shown though it looks very silver/gray in this photo	close-up of the 2015 Outback optional wheel arch molding, ice silver shown
The 2015 optional wheel arch moldings are 2 1/4" and don't fully cover the wheel arch area (leaving a 3/4 flat area, see photo), unlike the 2014 and prior year's 3" wheel arch moldings
2015 Outback optional redesigned rear seatback protector uses velrco, no grommets to break off like on previous year seatback protectors	optional 2015 Outback redesigned rear seatback protector uses velcro, no grommets to break off. Shown with seats folded down

2015 Outback photo pages
Exterior photos I Interior photos I Options and Upgrades I Monroney window stickers I NY Auto Show debut photos

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Whats New

NEW 6/1/16- a new remote start is now available with full long distance range for pushbutton start models. It does use a 2nd remote start fob. Part #H001SAL100

8/10/15 2016 Outback and Legacy arriving on lots, but can't be delivered due to the Stop Sale recall. See below.

8/7/15 recall on the last 2015 and first 2016 Outbacks and Legacys built, produced in July
2015 and 2016 Outback built July 3-25, 2015
2015 and 2016 Legacy built July 3-27, 2015
Due to a production problem on some (not all) Outbacks and Legacys made in July, those vehicles cannot be delivered to owners. Its a Stop Sale recall which means affected cars cannot be sold. It was a short three week period that these were made, but it means thats if you have a 2016 on order, it might have arrived but is sitting at the lot because it can't be delivered until the recall is performed.
Or it means that the ETA delivery date of the new car will be delayed and pushed back.
Please be patient. Subaru will get replacement parts out as quickly as they can, and its better they fix them first before owners take possession.
"During the manufacturing process of the propeller shaft that connects to the vehicle's transmission, the seal cap and seal located inside the propeller shaft yoke may have been deformed. As a result, the seal may leak transmission fluid. If the transmission fluid leaks onto an exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire. The propeller shaft will be replaced...
Parts will start to be distributed in mid August but initial supply will be limited..."
Cars already purchased, on the road and being driven will receive parts first.

5/21/15 2015 Outback, Legacy and Forester orders close Tuesday May 26 at 2pm EST.
At last, some news has been released, just as the national Subaru dealer meeting is ending.
No details or specs yet, but at least we know when the new 2016 models will be coming.

2016 model Outback, Legacy and Forester changes and prices will finally be announced in June, and 2016 orders will be available at that time with estimated delivery starting in August.

Its hard to make a great car better, but here's my 2016 Outback and Legacy wish list
Hopefully the 2016 Outback and Legacy will have
Rain sensing front wipers
Eyesight standard on all Limiteds
Passenger seat needs a height adjustment
Limited model rear seat fan should have a fan speed adjustment
5 or 6 speed front wiper intermittent speeds- currently only 4 speeds.
Electric parking hill holder function should also set the parking brake when the car is put in park
Blind spot and rear cross traffic alert should be standard on all Premiums. Currently standard on Limiteds.
Climate control should have easier to read buttons and especially larger clock and outside temperature numbers
All models should have a lock/unlock Beep with on/off control. Currently only the Limited beeps when un/locked
The 3 year/36,000 mile warranty includes Roadside Assistance program which should include any Subaru the new owner has!
Easier to set power gate height control. It needs a knob or dial with low, medium, medium high, and high gate height settings. Plus add a manual open/close mode.
Drop the 6.2" radio completely, and make the 7" system standard on all models. Either that, or really improve the 6.2' audio system. The 7" system is significantly better than the 6.2"
More small accessories are needed to personalize a car: bring back optional under-car puddle lights, interior ambient and dash lights, factory front and rear bumper corner anti-scuff moldings, front hood protector etc etc
Keyless access fobs should each be a different color to help owners identify their key, and the key fobs need a simple Off/disable setting to lock it in a car when swimming etc instead of wrapping it in tin foil, or the impossible to use pin code access system.

5/14/15 Stitcher app added to the Subaru Starlink app for iPhone and Android
Stitcher, owned by international online content provider Deezer since October 2014, is a podcast and news app that will automatically be updated to your Subaru Starlink app if you already have Starlink.
Stitcher includes news, podcasts and articles on current events, science, technology, sports, culture, music etc.
Starlink will automatically update if its on your phone already, or when you next use the app in your car.
To use Stitcher and select the programs you want to listen to, you need to go the stitcher.com website and log in with your facebook or google account or create an email account, and then choose your programs.

updated 12/22/14- front window noise issues
starting with October 10, 2014 production, changes were made to eliminate the wind noise from front windows in some Legacy and Outback made prior to 10/14/14
If a vehicle prior to those dates has wind noise, there is service bulletin #12-176-14 and it can be fixed by replacing weatherstriping and the small triangular glass and weatherstrip. See your local dealer.
11/1/14 wind noise issues on some Legacy and Outback seem to be coming from the front doors corner window molding.

10/25/14 Outback and Legacy Premium and Limited audio systems have SiriusXM "Travel Link", which is sports, weather, gas station and stock market report information, its through XM and requires a paid subscription after the 4 free months that come with the car.

10/12/14
2015 Outback optional wheel arch moldings are smaller than previous years and do not fully cover the flat wheel arch area. The 15 wheel arch moldings are 2 1/4" wide. Previous year wheel arch moldings were 3" wide.

10/4/14 2015 Outback and Legacy- no hood protector will be available

10/4/14 availability of optional Outback and Legacy body side moldings.
There have been issues with the availability of side moldings
Available mid September: carbide gray, black, white, twilight blue, and wilderness green
Available late November: lapis blue, tungsten, venetian red, and ice silver

9/15/14 Bulletin #10-80-14 is a fix for a whistling wind sound from the front side air vents when they're almost fully closed on Legacy and Outback built prior to Sept 2014

9/4 Cars with optional Eyesight starting to arrive at dealers

8/29 2015 Outback brochures now available

7/12 2015 Outback trailer hitches on temporary hold

6/12/14 2015 Outback orders start Friday 13th at 2pm EST.

Eyesight will also be order-able at that time on both Outback and Legacy though Eyesight won't be available until the fall.

6.5.14 2015 prices, options and final features announced.

Destination now $850 (a $25 increase from $825).
Destination to AK $1000. Subaru breaks the $1000 destination charge for the first time.
Destination might vary in independent distributor states of CT, HI, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VT.

PZEV emissions ($300 MSRP) continue to be required on 2.5L models sold in CA, CT, DE, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, VT, WA

2015 Price increases (prices below include destination)
The base 2.5i model is $25,745/$26,045 PZEV, up $400 from 2014 models
Premium model is $27,845/$28,145, up $200 from 2014 models
Limited is $30,845/$31,145 PZEV, up $925 from 2014 models
3.6 Limited is $33,845, up $925 from 2014 models

new CVT only, there is no manual transmission Outback or Legacy available anymore. 2014 was the last year for a manual transmission Outback or Legacy.

Models continue to be 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, and 3.6R Limited
The 2015 Outback is slightly longer and wider than the 2010-2014 models
Slightly increased shoulder, hip and elbow room, and cargo space
Dimensions:
wheelbase 108.1", up from 107.9' 2014
overall length 189.6", up from 189" 2014
height 66.1", same as 2014

width 72.4" with mirrors folded in, up from 71.7" 2014

Engines
2.5L 4 cylinder 175hp (up from 173hp), 174lb-ft torque with Lineartronic CVT
3.6L 6 cylinder 256hp, 247lb-ft torque with high-torque Lineartronic CVT

Safety- new or upgraded features
All Wheel Drive (AWD)- active AWD now includes Active Torque Vectoring which helps modulate the front interior wheel when the car is turning
new front seat-cushion airbags. Briefly pushes up the seat cushion under driver/passenger thigh to prevent them from sliding forward under the steering wheel. new rollover sensor to to predeploy side curtain airbags
new Rear Vehicle Detection System, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, standard on Limited, optional on Premium. Note- Blind Spot Detection is standard on all Limiteds, optional on Premiums.
new X-Mode with Hill Descent, on all models. previously only on the 2014/15 Forester Limited and Touring
new optional Eyesight- 3rd generation Eyesight (active cruise control, lane sway, pre-collision braking) has a smaller, less intrusive housing, color capable cameras, longer and wider field of function, higher speed differential to 30mph (from 19mph on v1). Includes new for 2015 steering responsive fog lights. Eyesight cars have three windshield washer squirters, with the middle one to clean in front of the cameras.
new steering responsive fog lights- included with Eyesight- uses steering wheel position to briefly turn on the left or right fog light to illuminate a corner when the vehicle is turned. The fog lights have to be off for the system to turn them on.
new height and new tilt adjustable front headrests
new larger disc brakes on 2.5i models and vented rear disc brakes now on 2.5i models, previously on the 3.6 models
new One Touch turn signals on all models- tap the turn signal stalk up/down and the turn signals flash

Gone
Manual transmissions. Yes, the only transmission available on the 2015 Outback and Legacy is a CVT. Most Americans don't drive stick shifts anyway.
Keyless entry chirp when locking/unlocking with the remote has been dropped. It can be reactivated only on cars with the optional keyless access/pushbutton start feature
Optional ambient lights- the very cool Interior Light kit with illuminated cup holders and footwell lights, and illuminated 'Subaru' door sill plate lights

To improve fuel economy
new MPG 2.5i models 24/33/ 28 combined, 3.6L model 19/27 22 combined
new Windshield more angled for better aerodynamics
new Active grill shutter system
new Outside mirrors moved from the front window corner down onto the door
new Aluminum hood reduces weight

Comfort, Convenience
new Power memory driver's seat, all Limitedx
new ivory interiors now with dark door sills and dark lower door trim, in addition to the dark carpeting
new 3 setting heated front seats (low, med, high) with All Weather Pkg (all except base 2.5i)
new 2 setting heated rear seats
new Power rear gate, standard on Limited, optional on Premium
new optional rear seatback protector has been upgraded, now attaches with velcro and elastic strips, without any grommets to break off like previous years
new Rearrangement of controls- the parking brake/hill assist and new X-mode buttons are in the center console, the Eyesight on/off buttons have been moved from the Eyesight unit to the driver control panel (by driver's left knee) along with the power gate and VDC on/off buttons.
new Upgraded touchscreen audio infotainment systems including Subaru's Starlink smartphone integration with Aha, Pandora, iHeart radio, XM, 2 USB ports, SMS text messaging,
new Upgraded Harman Kardon system with 576w amp, 12 speakers
new Pin Code Access. Keyless Access/Pushbutton Start now includes Pin Code Access, a back-up system so you can get into the car when you don't have one of the keyless access fobs. It doesn't start the car, just unlocks it. To use it, you have to program in a series of 5 digits by tapping the rear gate lock button the same number of times as each of the 5 digits. (ie twice for 2, four times for 4, five times for the digit 5, and this is done for each of the 5 digits you programmed in). Then you tap the gate button in the same series of numbers to unlock the car. Its hard to program and use this because 5 is too many digits. In my opinion, it would be better if the Pin Code Access was only 2 digits- 2 would be much easier to do and still provide security against someone trying to randomly tap the code

Colors
new Lapis Blue Pearl, Wilderness Green Metallic. Crystal White Pearl
Crystal Black, Twilight Blue, Venetian Red, Crystal White available with either ivory or black cloth or leather
new Eyesight is now available with Black exterior
Gone Deep Indigo, Cypress Green, Satin White,

MY IMPRESSIONS OF THE 2015 OUTBACK

random thoughts on where its been and where its going, or been down so long it looks like up to me
(subject to whim and change)

Overall, its an excellent upgrade, a more refined ride (thanks Toyota for setting the standard), with some good and some fun new features, improved safety, comfort, look...
I appreciate that starting costs on a nicely equipped all wheel drive 2.5i model are in the very reasonable low $24000s (mid $24000 with PZEV), and that includes destination.
While its still a practical all-wheel-drive, go-anywhere car, it's becoming more luxurious and moving away from the long-time Subaru, all around family car, and general, get dirty, utility vehicle. This is necessary as safety and economy standards and buyers expectations, all rise.
Everyone has to come to their own conclusions though.

Good
> This is a major upgrade over the 2014 and previous models. But they are getting bigger and not everyone will like that.
> Its all much quieter and smoother- ride, transmission, engine etc.
> Acceleration is better and smoother with a more responsive and quieter CVT transmission. No more obvious CVT whine.
> Ergonomics are improved and more natural - the parking brake moved to center console where it should be, the cupholders are better positioned (but still not great) etc. Not all is perfect but it's better than previous models.

> Tilting front headrests
> Roof rack tie downs. Yes!
> Eyesight on/off and sound settings are easier to use
> Rear seat cargo area fold-down handles are convenient
> Phone pairing includes downloading your contact list/phone book
> Door grab handles and center console armrest are easy to clean
> Heated seats- now three front settings, and two rear. The heated rear seats is all new!
> Ivory interior now with dark carpets, door sills, and lower door panels so wont show much dirt!
> Blind spot detection and rear cross traffic alert functions are all new. Standard on Limiteds, optional on Premiums
> Seat cushion airbags to stop front seat driver and passenger from sliding forward. I like this new airbag better than the driver knee airbag on Forester/Impreza
> Automatic parking brake is on/off silently now, without the 'grrr' sound of previous years, and it also releases faster than previous years when the gas pedal is pressed.
> Power memory seat on all Limiteds. Finally! 2 memory settings for seat position, height, and seatback adjustments. This is long overdue. Maybe next year memory settings will include the outside mirrors and lumbar support, both which also change from driver to driver. And with optional Keyless Access (also Limiteds only), the two key fobs can be paired to the two memory seat positions so when the door is opend the seat moves to the position paired with the fob.
> Rear view back-up camera is much improved and easier to see. It would be nice if there was a beeper at 6" when a parking bump is imminent (but one must wonder if a big camera display isn't enough and a beeper is needed to warn of impact, should they be backing up at all)
> Turn signal changes. Yes, its the little things that count. The turn signal sound is now a nicer, deeper tock-tock-tock than the previous tick-tick-tick. I think it will be easier for people to hear. Plus a gentle tap of the turn signal stalk now gives has a quick 3 blinks which means it doesn't have to stay on for miles if you can't hear it or don't pay attention to the instrument panel.
> Stereo systems all much better, especially on Premium and Limited models. Navigation models are lacking decent sound equalizer adjustments (only have base/mid/treble adj). The station pre-set list includes AM//FM/XM in one scrolling list which is convenient but it would be nice if XM setting identified the station. But with Pandora and Aha, XM is only free for 4 months, and so it might not be a big issue for many owners.
> Infotainment screen and displays are attractive and easy to use. Maintenance reminders are easy to set. Weather, sport, gas station and stock market functions are gimmicky but frankly I like them though they require an XM subscription to work
> Instrument panel has a center LCD display that shows the speed. Its much easier to see this digital display than the cramped speedometer markings, and the way police like to ticket for barely going over the speed limit its nice to have that speed displayed. It would be nice to have an easy-to-set speed alert button that would beep beyond a set limit for the lead-foot driver.

Bad or Wanted

suggestion regarding roadside assistance: the 3 year/36000 mile warranty on a new Subaru includes free roadside assistance. It would be appropriate if this roadside assistance was extended to any other Subaru the new buyer owns. This would increase the usefulness and value of the roadside assistance program which is generally overlooked by owners, and also of Subaru's support for older Subarus the person owns.

> Still no rain sensing front wipers or a cold/ice sensing front wiper de-icer settings
> Passenger seat still needs height adjustment
> Needs separate rear seat ac fan up/down speed control
> Cargo area subfloor storage is shallower and less useful than previous models
> USB and aux jacks are at the back of the center console and too hard to find and use
> The variable speed front windshield wipers need more than only 4 settings plus low and high|
> Upgrade the base model's 6.2" audio system. Its not very good at all. Some of the controls are harder to use than they should, especially considering how good the 7" system.
> Wind noise- a faint wind noise is audible and not terrible and one gets used to it but is annoying- this has been fixed starting with mid October 2014 production
> A third interior color on a small production model like the 2013/14 Special Appearance Package's brown leather
> Tiny and easy to miss clock and outside temperature displays in the climate control. Really, they are way too small.
> Subaru roadside assistance is included in the 3yr/36,000 mile warranty and it would be nice if it covered any Subaru the buyer owns
> Radio- harmon/kardon upgraded audio only has basic adjustments for base, mid range, and high settings. No equalizer. Very disappointing
> Front seat cupholders don't work well with bottles, mugs, or larger to go cups, but they are better positioned than the 2014 and previous years
> The weather, sports, gas station, and stock market info in Premium and Limited model audio systems requires an XM subscription, its only free for 4 months
> Parking brake and hill holder function- When the hill holder function is turned on, the parking brake activates when the car stops on a hill. It should also activate any time the CVT is put in Park..
> All climate control buttons are still too small except for Mode. The unit is larger but except for the mode button, all others are still too small and require the driver to look away from the road to find.
> Limited model's 18" wheels look nice but scrape curbs easily, tires are expensive to replace, and the bigger wheel can gather more snow in deep snow driving. When will this wheel size race end...
> Cargo cover still not well designed to work with the independently reclined rear seats. That part needs two separate cargo cover sections that clip onto the rear seat headrests and then adjust with the seat back
> SRF steering responsive fog lights are part of the Eyesight package. They only work when the headlight are in 'Auto" (dusk to dawn) mode. They should work any time the headlights are on, esp in the 'On' Setting
> Ambient lights- yes there are lights in the overhead console, front center console and door handles (exc base model), but where are all the optional ambient lights for front and rear cupholders, footwells, and door sills etc
> When will Subaru go back to having a true auto-on headlight setting where the lights are automatically on whenever the engine is on, and off when the engine is turned off. The setting now has the headlights on when the key is in or out of the ignition cylinder, and having the engine On setting would be much better.
> Subaru provides 3 standard keys or 2 keyless access/pushbutton start fobs and they need to add a flat, small, weatherproof key that will only open the door so all the active skiers, swimmers, biker riders, hikers will have a key to carry when out and about.
> The Limited driver's seat has two memory settings, and with optional pushbutton start the two key fobs can be linked to the seat positions so the seat automatically goes to that seat when the door it opened. It would be helpful if the two key fobs were slightly different, if for example the unlock button which is a Subaru logo had one fob with a blue background and one fob had a different background color.
> the Pin Code Access with pushbutton start is very hard to program and use. It can be frustrating to tap this small, hard to see button correctly in a series of 5 multiple taps. The solution is for the Pin Code Access to only be two digits. Two would be much easier to do and still provide security against someone trying to randomly tap the code
> Puddle lights- previous 2010-2014 undercarriage puddle lights were popular but were recalled for water issues, and the new outside mirror approach lights are nice, but I did like the undercarriage puddle lights, and it would be great if both mirror and undercarriage lights were available. Or add a down-light to the bottom of the outside mirrors, to the underside of the mirrors, in addition to the door handle approach light.
> Power Gate- the new for 2015 Power rear gate is convenient but the memory height setting is way too complicated, though it is easier than the Forester's (the Foresters is impossible). The Outback still has 2 buttons, one to open/close, and one to set the height. The height control on/off button doesn't indicate if its on or off except by feel or carefully looking to see if its pushed in or not. There should just be simple off-low-medium-high dial to set the memory height or turn off the power gate function altogether so it can be opened manually. Yes, there should be a way to manually open the power gate in an emergency without crawling into the cargo area and popping out the little access door. There should just be a way to disable the power function so it can be opened/closed manually.

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2.5L 4 cylinder	3.6L 6 cylinder
2.5i, CVT transmission, code FDB 2.5i Premium, CVT transmission, code FDD 2.5i Limited, CVT transmission, code FDF	3.6R Limited, high-torque CVT transmission, code FDK

- top Outback Dimensions- 2015 (with 2014 dimensions for comparison) subject to change, correction, updates. Tips and corrections welcomed-
model	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R Limited
Dimensions	Wheelbase: 108.1 (2014 was 107.9") Overall Length: 189.6" (2014 was 189") Width: 72.4" with outside mirrors folded in 72.4" (2014 was 71.7" includes folded-in outside mirrors) Width: 81.3" with mirrors folded out. With integrated turn signals 81.9" Height: 66.1" with crossbars in use, 65.7" with crossbars on rails, not used (same as 2014) Headroom front/rear, no moonroof: 40.8"/38.9" (2014 was 40.8"/39.3") Headroom with moonroof front/rear 38.3"/38.9" (2014 was 38.7"/39.3") Legroom front/rear: 42.9"/38.1" (2014 was 43.0"/37.8") EPA Interior passenger volume 108.1cf, with moonroof 104.5 (2014 was 105.4cf, with moonroof 102.4cf) EPA Cargo volume with rear seats UP 35.5cf (2014 was 34.3cf) EPA cargo volume with seats folded down 73.3cf (2014 was 71.3cf) Track: front/rear 61.8"/62.2" (2014 was 61/61") Turning circle- 36.1ft (2014 was 36.8ft) steering turns lock-to-lock 2.82 (2014 was 3.2) Ground clearance- 8.7" (same as 2014) measured at exhaust pipe Overhang front/rear 39.4"/42.2" (2014 was 38.8"/42.3) Angle of approach- 19.3deg (2014 was 18.3) Angle of departure- 22.7deg 92014 was 22.2) Breakover angle- 20.0deg (2014 was 2.5L 20.4, 3.6L 19.5) Coefficient of drag- 0.34
model	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R Limited

CARGO AREA AND ROOF RACK MEASUREMENTS, DIMENSIONS AND PHOTOS hand measured and subject to change, correction SCROLL DOWN click for MORE MEASUREMENTS ON PHOTO PAGE #3
	cargo area dimensions, hand measured A- floor length rear corner to opposite front corner of cargo area 59 1/2" B- floor length rear corner to opposite front of rear door 89 1/2" C- floor length with to top of seat folded flat 65" (doesn't include headrest) D- floor length to back of front console 76" E- floor length to front console ac/heater controls 107" F- floor length to back of seats 41" G- gate lower corner to opposite upper corner 50.5" H- floor length passenger side rear corner 14" I- floor length drivers side rear corner 15" not shown: height ground to top of rear bumper cover 27.5" height ground to cargo floor 29"
	cargo area dimensions, hand measured 1- gate width at floor 39 1/2" 2- gate height at opening 35" 3- floor maximum width from side to side 52" 4- floor width between wheel wells 42 3/4" 5- gate width middle of opening, with power gate 44" 6- driver side rear seat width 16" 7- passenger side rear seat width 26 3/4" 8- width on top of wheel wells 51" 9- rear seat width from rear door armrest to armrest 53' 10- cargo floor to ceiling by rear dome light (almost in the middle of the ceiling) 29 3/4" 11- gate opening width at top of opening 38 1/2" not shown: height ground to top of rear bumper cover 27.5" height ground to cargo floor 29"
height- 16" floor to bottom of cargo cover height- 15" top of cargo cover to roof not shown: height ground to top of rear bumper cover 27.5" height ground to cargo floor 29"	floor to ceiling height with a moonroof, the ceiling drops for the sliding moonroof to around the middle of the rear seats A: rear seat, with seatback protector, folded down to ceiling (no weight on seatbacks): 28-29" with moonroof, 29-30" no moonroof. B: cargo floor to ceiling 31" behind the moonroof drop C: cargo floor to ceiling be rear dome light 29 3/4
E: door sill step-in height: 18" F: front seat height, measured to top of bolster, goes from 24.5" up to 26.6" high G: seat distance from brake pedal 14.5 to 24". Shown at 24" MORE MEASUREMENTS ON PHOTO PAGE #3	Outback tilt and telescoping steering wheel A: telescopes from dashboard 9" to 10.5", shown at 10.5" G: telescopes from brake 25" to 26.5" . Shown at 26.5" B: tilts from 16.5" to 19" from floor. Shown tilted down all hand measured, subject to change, correction
F: front passenger seat height to top of bolster G: front door sill step-in height 18" H: front passenger seat goes from 18" to 25.5' front floorboard	2015 Outback front seats shown fully reclined
a rear gate on a 2015 Outback that has a power rear gate. See arrows pointing to the power gate open/close button, and standard rear grab handle. Note- the only way to open/close the power gate is by using the power gate button by the driver's knee, on the remote, on the exterior open/close button the gate, of this button shown here. You should not force is open/close using the grab handle.	left cargo area with the power gate opening arm. Standard on Limited, optional on Premium
2015 Outback roof rack crossbars A: 30" spread measured from center of crossbars. 33" from front edge of front crossbar to rear edge of rear crossbar B: 39" spread measured from center of crossbars, 42" from front edge of front crossbar to rear edge of rear crossbar C: crossbar width is 39" D: crossbar width side-to-side is 39" , Measurements are hand measured. Vehicle shown with optional moonroof air deflector	2015 Outback roof rack crossbars at 30" spread. Crossbar side-to-side width is 39" Vehicle shown with optional moonroof air deflector more crossbar and other exterior photos
2015 Subaru Outback upgraded roof rack and tie downs	optional 2015 Subaru Outback trailer hitch, 1 1/4" size
2015 Subaru Outback factory 1.25" trailer hitch to ground measurements, hand measured A- hitch to ground 16", B safety chain loop to ground 14.5"	2015 Outback with a bike in the cargo area. Shown with optional rear bumper cover. Venetian red color
2015 Outback cargo area with golf bag and clubs

many more photos on the 2015 Outback photo pages Exterior photos I Interior photos I Options and Upgrades

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2015 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
subject to change, correction, updates. Tips and corrections welcomed

see your local servicing dealer for full details and coverage on your specific car
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full maintenance schedule

Break-in period for the first 1000 miles
Don't race the engine, keep RPMs under 4,000 for the most part and vary the speeds with normal city and highway driving.
The first oil change is required at 6000 miles or 6 months. Its recommended to check it every few months

Always....
Always let a cold engine briefly idle as the oil circulates.
Avoid hard acceleration on a cold engine.
Check the oil between changes

Service schedule

Oil-
2.5L models- 0w-20 synthetic oil is required.
3.6L models- 5w-30, regular oil is ok, synthetic is recommended

Note new on all 2015 models 1st oil and all subsequent oil change required at or by every 6,000 miles or 6 months. The 2014 oil change interval was 7,500 miles or 7 mos.
Its a good idea to check the oil between changes.
6 months or 6000 miles is the minimum oil change interval required. Under severe, hard, very cold or very hot weather driving, change it more frequently.

from the owners manual
Some engine oil will be consumed while driving. Under the following conditions, oil consumption can be increased and thus require refilling between maintenance intervals:
> When the engine is new and within the break-in period
> When the engine oil is of lower quality
> When the incorrect oil viscosity is used
> When engine braking is employed
> When the engine is operated at high engine speeds
> When the engine is operated under heavy loads
> When towing a trailer
> When the engine idles for long periods of time
> When the vehicle is operated in stop and go and/or heavy traffic situations
> When the vehicle is used under severe thermal conditions
> When the vehicle accelerates and decelerates frequently
Under these or similar conditions, you should check your oil at least every 2nd fuel fill-up and change your engine oil more frequently. If your oil consumption rate is greater than 1 quart every 1,200 miles or 1 liter every 2,000 kilometers, contact your Subaru dealer who may perform a test under controlled conditions.

Oil and filter change: every 6 months or 6,000 miles
Cabin air filter every 12mos/12,000 miles
Tire rotations: every 6-10,000 miles. Equal tread required at all corners. Tires, wheels FAQ
Timing chain all Outbacks have a timing chain - no replacement needed

6,000 miles/6 mos oil and filter change, rotate tires
12,000 miles/12 mos inspection, tire rotation, cabin air filter,
18,000 miles/18 mos oil and filter change, rotate tires
24,000 miles/24 mos inspection, oil and filter change, rotate tires, cabin air filter
30,000 mile replace engine air filters, brake fluid, and gear fluid as needed, oil and filter change, rotate tires
36,000 miles/36 mos oil and filter change, rotate tires, cabin air filter
42,000 miles/42 mos oil and filter change, rotate tires, cabin air filter
48,000 miles/48 mos oil and filter change, rotate tires, cabin air filter
60,000 miles/60 mos repeat 30,000 service, replace spark plugs/wires
90,000 miles/90 mos service with complete fluid, filter change. Inspect all hoses, belts
120,000 miles/120 mos repeat 30,000 service, replace spark plugs
137,500 miles replace Super Coolant Radiator Fluid. The 1st replacement is 11 years, 137,500 miles, or 220,000Km. The 2nd replacement is 6yrs, 75,000 miles

CVT Transmission: Life Time CVT oil should not need to be replaced unless driven under hard conditions, towing etc-change every 24,855 miles. Note- there is no CVT oil dipstick.
Radiator fluid is Super Coolant, with 11 year, 137,500 mile replacement schedule.

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SUBARU NEW CAR WARRANTY
subject to change and correction
see your local servicing dealer for full details and coverage

subaru outback warranty roadside assistance phone numbr 800-261-2155

subaru outback warranty roadside assistance phone numbr 800-261-2155

Subaru roadside assistance is for 3 years or 36,000 miles, and with extended warranties
The phone number is on drivers window, also on 2 wallet cards included with the owners manual.
Call 800 261-2155.
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Bumper-to-bumper: 3 year/36,000 miles
Wear Item warranty 3 year/36,000 miles covering premature wear: brakes, clutch linings, remote batteries, wiper blades etc.
Roadside assistance 3yr/36000 miles by the Cross Country Motor Club at 800 261-2155, break-down, lock-out, flat repair etc
Power Train: 5 year/ 60,000 miles
Corrosion: 5 year/100,000 miles
Emissions:
Federal spec LEV (low emission vehicle) 3 years/36,000 miles plus 8 year/80,000 mile extended defect warranty covering Major Emission Control Components (catalytic converter, electronic emission control unit, diagnostic device)
California spec PZEV (partial zero emission vehicle) sold and registered in CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, VT: 3 years/50,000 miles, plus 7 year/70,000 mile extended defect warranty with extensions to up to 15years/150,000 miles

Note Warranties do not cover wear or damage due to abuse, lack of maintenance or competitive driving. Exclusions may apply, wear replacement may be one time.

see your local servicing dealer for full details and coverage

2015 Subaru Outback with 3 child seats in the back seat. A tight fit
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- top SAFETY - 2015 OUTBACK subject to change, correction, updates. Tips and corrections welcomed Subaru Mobile-It-Ease program helps modify vehicles for special needs drivers. More info here
All Wheel Drive- upgraded for 2015 with Active Torque Vectoring	Full time all wheel drive. new for 2015 with Active Torque Vectoring (modulates inner front wheel when vehicle is turning)
new for 2015 Rear Vehicle Detection System standard on Limiteds, optional on Premiums	all new for 2015 and first for Subaru package includes Lane Change Assist (warns of vehicles approaching in the next lane), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (warns of vehicles approaching when you're backing out of a parking spot) and Blind Spot Detection (BSD) The Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) system uses two radar units, each mounted underneath the sheet metal immediately below the rear taillights. To help avoid damage, the radar units are purposely mounted above the typical bumper impact line. The radar units send out signals to detect vehicles behind and to each side of the Subaru vehicle, especially those vehicles that might not be visible in the rearview mirrors. Lane Change Assist (LCA) looks for vehicles farther back in an adjacent lane – about 220 feet behind the Subaru vehicle. If the vehicle detected is approaching quickly – at a speed that could bring it alongside the Subaru vehicle within a few seconds – Lane Change Assist will illuminate a warning icon in the exterior mirror on that side. If the driver signals a lane change, the warning icon in the mirror will flash rapidly. Blind Spot Detection (BSD) is standard on Limiteds, optional on Premiums. It will illuminate a warning icon in the exterior mirror when it detects a vehicle alongside and behind the Subaru vehicle in an area of about 22 feet x 11 feet. If the driver signals a lane change to that side, the warning icon in the mirror will flash. Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) uses the same radars and sensors to help detect vehicles that cannot be seen by the driver as they approach from either side. This is especially helpful when reversing from between two larger vehicles. The driver is alerted by a flashing icon in the appropriate exterior mirror, a flashing icon in the rear vision camera display, as well as an audible alert Standard on Limited, optional on Premium
upgraded for 2015 Eyesight	new for 2015 3rd generation Eyesight (note- 1st gen Eyesight was never offered in the US) active cruise control, lane departure warning, pre-collision warning and braking. 2015 Eyesight has smaller, less intrusive housing, color capable cameras, a longer and wider field of function, higher speed differential to 30mph (from 19mph on v. 1). On/off buttons moved to the driver control panel. new for 2015 steering responsive fog lights- included with Eyesight- uses steering wheel position to briefly turn on the left or right fog light to illuminate a corner when the vehicle is turned. The fog lights have to be off for the system to turn them on. > Active Cruise Control combines the benefits of cruise control with active monitoring of the road ahead. It issues warnings and activates automatic braking when needed. Adaptive Cruise Control can regulate vehicle speed in order to keep a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead. It does not replace conventional cruise control, which can still be used when desired. > Pre-Collision Braking can recognize an impending collision, alert the driver and automatically apply the brakes to help avoid a collision or minimize the impact when a collision is inevitable. > Pre-Collision Brake Assist- If Eyesight recognizes an impending collision and the driver is applying the brakes but not with enough force, Pre-Collision Brake Assist automatically applies up to full braking pressure in order to try to shorten braking distances. > Pre-Collision Throttle Management is designed to help prevent drivers from accelerating into a stopped vehicle or other obstacle in front of them. It warns the driver and reduces engine power until he or she applies the brakes to avoid an impact. > Lead Vehicle Start Alert is a helpful EyeSight feature that alerts the driver when his or her vehicle remains stopped after a vehicle in front has started to move away. > Lane Departure Warning alerts drivers when they unintentionally move out of their travel lane. It takes no corrective vehicle action other than issuing visual and audible warnings. > Lane Sway Warning acts in a similar way, detecting unusual back and forth vehicle movement within the lane of travel. Lane Departure Warning works at all speeds, while Lane Sway Warning only operates at speeds over 32 mph. Eyesight cars have three windshield washer squirters, with the middle one to clean in front of the cameras. The camera’s field of view is about 35 degrees horizontally from the center of the windshield. The camera’s field of vision extends up to about 360 feet in front of the vehicle, but objects very close to the vehicle may not be detected EyeSight works to recognize obstacles up to about a 30-mph (or less) speed differential. Essentially, EyeSight needs time to recognize an object or potential obstacle. If the speed difference between the EyeSight vehicle and the object is greater than up to 30 mph, the object will likely not be detected. Note- do not touch or try to clean the EyeSight camera lenses. It is imperative that extra precaution be used when cleaning the inside of the windshield, because over-spray from cleaners may impair or even damage the cameras’ lenses, which is not a warranty issue Optional on Premium and Limited models
fuel cutoff system	fuel cutoff system detects an airbag deployment and cuts off to minimize fire danger after an accident. (new on 2013)
brake override system	brake override system- when gas and brake pedals are both pressed, the brake overrides and stops the car. To prevent operator error unintended acceleration (new on 2013)
upgraded for 2015 Turn signals	new Turn signal in the outside mirrors now on all Limiteds, optional on Premiums (req eyesight). On 2014/13 models it was only on Limiteds with the Special Appearance Package. new All 2015 models include new one-touch turn signals- briefly tap the turn signal stalk up or down and the turn signals will flash a few times
upgraded for 2015 Rear view camera	now on all models (on 2014 it was only on Premium and Limited with moonroof)
TPMS- tire pressure monitor system	Standard (must re-sync monitors whenever tires or wheels are replaced)
VDC, TCS, Active Torque Vectoring	VDC Electronic Stability Control and TCS full time all wheel, all speed Traction Control System, with new for 2015 Active Torque Vectoring (modulates inner front wheel when vehicle is turning)
Seatbelts	5 passenger, all with full shoulder harness and lap belts Height adjustable shoulder harness anchor points (except center rear)
Child Seat	LATCH system (lower anchor and tether for children) Child seat anchors hidden under flap
new for 2015 Front seat-cushion airbags	helps keep front occupants in their seat in an front accident by briefly pushes up the seat cushion under driver/passenger thigh to prevent them from sliding forward under the steering wheel.
Front Airbags	Standard with Dual Stage Deployment. Dual Stage means: Driver: detects distance of driver from steering wheel Passenger seat: detects weight and will turn off airbag if passenger is under app 75-80#. This status is displayed by the trip computer
Side Airbags	Standard front side airbags
upgraded for 2015 Side Curtain airbags	Standard Front and Rear side Curtain airbags, new for 2015 includes Roll-Over sensor to deply curtain airbags if a rollover is detected
upgraded for 2015 Headrests	5 headrests, new for 2015 front headrests now are now tilt adjustable, in addition to height adjustable
Crumple Zones	Front and rear
5mph Impact Bumpers	Front and rear
Body Structure	Ring-Shaped reinforcement safety structure dual front, single rear, all tied into a full perimeter protection system
Brakes	4 wheel, 4 channel anti-lock power disc brakes Electronic parking brake with Hill Holder function, (new on 2010 models) new on 2015 2.5 models ventilated front and rear discs on 2.5i models (previously on 3.6 models) new on 2015 2.5 models larger 12.4" front discs, 11.8" rear discs (previously on 3.6 models)
DayTime Running lights (DRL)	DRL are standard with auto-off headlights
Auto-off headlights	Headlights are auto on-off with the ignition. A green indicator light is on when headlights are on.
Childproof rear door locks	Standard
Panic Alarm	Standard using remote lock/unlock key fob
Freeze alert	Freeze alert snowflake/road symbol in the center LCD turns on at 37* warning of possible slick road conditions
Event Data Recorder (EDR)	EDR, Event Data Recorder information. In the event of an impact, the EDR will freeze data including how various systems were operating, for example if seatbelts were buckled, if the gas or brake pedals were pressed, and vehicle speed. No personal data is stored. To read data, special equipment is required. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer (Subaru), other parties such as law enforcement that have the equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or EDR. Existing laws generally provide that information in an EDR is confidential and is the property of the owner of the motor vehicle. Information is accessed through the airbag system using a Subaru service computer.

top 2015 OUTBACK Option Packages factory installed Option Packages, with package code and MSRP price. Always contact your local dealer for their selling price all information subject to change and correction
Model (model code)	Option Package code	Option Package description
2.5i (FDB) no option packages on this model	#01	standard features
2.5i Premium (FDD) 2.5i Premium (FDD) 2.5i Premium (FDD) 2.5i Premium (FDD)	#11	standard features
	#12	> Moonroof Package, with Power Rear Gate with height memory Moonroof includes with sunshade, and auto dimming rear mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener MSRP $1,413
	#13	> Moonroof Package with sunshade, and auto dimming rear mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener > Power Rear Gate with height memory > Navigation/GPS- incorporates the standard stereo. 7" touchscreen (swipe and scrolling), voice activations includes Climate Control operations, AM/FM/HD radio, XM radio (4 mos included), XM traffic/weather (subscriptions req), single CD player, wireless audio streaming via Bluetooth, 6 speakers, handsfree text messaging, iTunes tagging, two USB ports, one 3.55 aux jack, Subaru Starlink with Aha, Pandora, iHeart radio, handsfree cell phone Bluetooth, micro SD map memory card, MSRP $2,195
	#14	Eyesight now available ~~Fall 2014~~ > Eyesight driver assist > Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist, plus Rear Cross Traffic Alert. > Power Rear Gate with height memory > Eyesight- lane sway warning, pre-collision braking, active cruise control with driver controllable distance, lead vehicle start alert > Steering Responsive Fog Lights, included with Eyesight- turn signal activated fog light illuminates the corner you're turning into (deactivated when fog lights are 'on') > (side/rear radar system) Blind Spot detection- uses sensors to warn of vehicles in the adjacent lane. The flashing warning light is in the outside mirror > (side/rear radar system) Lane Change Assist- detects vehicle approaching in adjacent lanes. The flashing warning light is in the outside mirror > (side/rear radar system) Rear Cross Traffic Alert- detects vehicles approaching from the side as you back out of a parking spot. The flashing warning light is the rear view camera display MSRP $1,695
	#15	Eyesight now available ~~Fall 2014~~ Moonroof package with auto dimming rear view mirror/compass/Homelink Eyesight driver assist Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist, plus Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Power Rear Gate with height memory Navigation/GPS > Moonroof with sunshade and auto dimming rear view mirror with compass/Homelink > Eyesight- lane sway warning, pre-collision braking, active cruise control with driver controllable distance, lead vehicle start alert > Steering Responsive Fog Lights, included with Eyesight- turn signal activated fog light illuminates the corner you're turning into (deactivated when fog lights are 'on') > (side/rear radar system) Blind Spot detection- uses sensors to warn of vehicles in the adjacent lane. The flashing warning light is in the outside mirror > (side/rear radar system) Lane Change Assist- detects vehicle approaching in adjacent lanes. The flashing warning light is in the outside mirror > (side/rear radar system) Rear Cross Traffic Alert- detects vehicles approaching from the side as you back out of a parking spot. The flashing warning light in the rear view camera display > Navigation/GPS- incorporates the standard stereo. 7" touchscreen (swipe and scrolling), voice activations includes Climate Control operations, AM/FM/HD radio/XM radio (4 mos free), single CD player, wireless audio streaming via Bluetooth, 6 speakers, handsfree text messaging, iTunes tagging, two USB ports, one 3.55 aux jack, with XM traffic and weather, sports, gas station, stock market info (subscription req), Subaru Starlink with Aha, Pandora, iHeart radio, handsfree cell phone Bluetooth, micro SD map memory card, > Power rear gate with height memory MSRP $3.390
2.5i Limited (FDF) 2.5i Limited (FDF) 2.5i Limited (FDF)	#21	standard features
	#22	Keyless Access with Pushbutton Start Moonroof Package Navigation/GPS- > Keyless Access with Pushbutton Start and lock/unlock beep. The two fobs can be set to automatically move the drivers seat to memory position #1 or #2 according to which fob is used to unlock the drivers door. To program-- car off, push/hold seat #1 or #2 and press the fob's blue unlock button and it should beep. > Moonroof Package with sunshade, and auto dimming rear mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener > Navigation/GPS- incorporates the standard Limited stereo. 7" touchscreen (swipe and scrolling), voice activations includes Climate Control operations, including Limited model's upgraded audio with 576w equivalent harman/kardon subwoofer, AM/FM/HD radio/XM radio (4 mos free), single CD player, wireless audio streaming via Bluetooth, 12 harman/kardon speakers with center front speaker and rear subwoofer speaker, handsfree text messaging, iTunes tagging, 2 USB ports, 1 3.55 aux jack, XM traffic, weather, gas station, sports, and stock market info (XM subscription req), Subaru Starlink with Aha, Pandora, iHeart radio, handsfree cell phone Bluetooth, microSD map memory card, MSRP $2,195
	#23	Eyesight now available ~~Fall 2014~~ Keyless Access with Pushbutton Start Moonroof Package Eyesight Navigation/GPS > Keyless Access with Pushbutton Start and lock/unlock beep. The two fobs can be set to automatically move the drivers seat to memory position #1 or #2 according to which fob is used to unlock the drivers door. To program-- car off, push/hold seat #1 or #2 and press the fob's blue unlock button and it should beep. > Moonroof Package with sunshade, and auto dimming rear mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener > Eyesight- lane sway warning, pre-collision braking, active cruise control with driver controllable distance, lead vehicle start alert > Steering Responsive Fog Lights, included with Eyesight- turn signal activated fog light illuminates the corner you're turning into (deactivated when fog lights are 'on') > Navigation/GPS- incorporates the standard Limited stereo. 7" touchscreen (swipe and scrolling), voice activations includes Climate Control operations, including Limited model's upgraded audio with 576w equivalent harman/kardon subwoofer, AM/FM/HD radio/XM radio (4 mos free), single CD player, wireless audio streaming via Bluetooth, 12 harman/kardon speakers with center front speaker and rear subwoofer speaker, handsfree text messaging, iTunes tagging, 2 USB ports, 1 3.55 aux jack, XM traffic, weather, gas station, sports, and stock market info (XM subscription req), Subaru Starlink with Aha, Pandora, iHeart radio, handsfree cell phone Bluetooth, microSD map memory card, MSRP $2,990
3.6R Limited (FDK) 3.6R Limited (FDK) 3.6R Limited (FDK)	#21	standard features
	#22	Keyless Access with Pushbutton Start Moonroof Package Navigation/GPS- > Keyless Access with Pushbutton Start and lock/unlock beep. The two fobs can be set to automatically move the drivers seat to memory position #1 or #2 according to which fob is used to unlock the drivers door. To program-- car off, push/hold seat #1 or #2 and press the fob's blue unlock button and it should beep. > Moonroof Package with sunshade, and auto dimming rear mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener > Navigation/GPS- incorporates the standard Limited stereo. 7" touchscreen (swipe and scrolling), voice activations includes Climate Control operations, including Limited model's upgraded audio with 576w equivalent harman/kardon subwoofer, AM/FM/HD radio/XM radio (4 mos free), single CD player, wireless audio streaming via Bluetooth, 12 harman/kardon speakers with center front speaker and rear subwoofer speaker, handsfree text messaging, iTunes tagging, 2 USB ports, 1 3.55 aux jack, XM traffic, weather, gas station, sports, and stock market info (XM subscription req), Subaru Starlink with Aha, Pandora, iHeart radio, handsfree cell phone Bluetooth, microSD map memory card, MSRP $2,195
	#23	Eyesight now available ~~Fall 2014~~ Keyless Access with Pushbutton Start Moonroof Package Eyesight Driver Navigation/GPS > Keyless Access with Pushbutton Start and lock/unlock beep. The two fobs can be set to automatically move the drivers seat to memory position #1 or #2 according to which fob is used to unlock the drivers door. To program-- car off, push/hold seat #1 or #2 and press the fob's blue unlock button and it should beep. > Moonroof Package with sunshade, and auto dimming rear mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener > Eyesight- lane sway warning, pre-collision braking, active cruise control with driver controllable distance, lead vehicle start alert > Steering Responsive Fog Lights, included with Eyesight- turn signal activated fog light illuminates the corner you're turning into (deactivated when fog lights are 'on') > Navigation/GPS- incorporates the standard Limited stereo. 7" touchscreen (swipe and scrolling), voice activations includes Climate Control operations, including Limited model's upgraded audio with 576w equivalent harman/kardon subwoofer, AM/FM/HD radio/XM radio (4 mos free), single CD player, wireless audio streaming via Bluetooth, 12 harman/kardon speakers with center front speaker and rear subwoofer speaker, handsfree text messaging, iTunes tagging, 2 USB ports, 1 3.55 aux jack, XM traffic, weather, gas station, sports, and stock market info (XM subscription req), Subaru Starlink with Aha, Pandora, iHeart radio, handsfree cell phone Bluetooth, microSD map memory card, MSRP $2,990

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2015 Outback Prices and Option Packages
Always contact your local dealer for their selling price
all information subject to change and correction

6.5.14 Prices, specs, options, features announced
Destination now $850 (a $25 increase from $825). Destination to AK $1000. (Subaru breaks the $1000 destination charge for the first time).
Destination might vary in independent distributor states of CT, HI, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VT.

PZEV emissions ($300 MSRP) continue to be required on 2.5L models sold in CA, CT, DE, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, VT, WA

2015 Price increases are small.
(prices below include destination)
All 2015 Outbacks and Legacys are CVT automatic transmission. Manuals are no longer available (they are still available in Canada).

The base 2.5i model is $25,745/$26,045 PZEV, up $400 from 2014 model $25,320/$25,620 PZEV
Premium model is $27,845/$28,145, up $200 from 2014 model $27,620/$27,920 PZEV
Limited is $30,845/$31,145 PZEV, up $925 from 2014s $29,920/$30,220 PZEV
3.6 Limited is $33,845, up $925 from 2014 model's $32,920

2015 OUTBACK OPTION PACKAGE SUMMARY
#01- standard #11- standard #12- Moonroof Pkg, Power gate $1,695 #13- Moonroof Pkg, Navigation, Power gate $2,195 #14- Eyesight, side/rear radar system, Power gate $1,695	#15- Moonroof Pkg, Navigation, Power gate, Eyesight, side/rear radar system $3,390 #21- standard #22 Moonroof Pkg, Keyless Access/Pushbutton Start, Navigation $2,195 #23 Moonroof Pkg, Keyless Access/Pushbutton Start, Navigation, Eyesight $2,990 Note- Eyesight packages now available ~~starting Fall 2014~~

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Option Packages with MSRP
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Pkg #14

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2.5i

FDB

$24,895

$850

$25,745

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2.5i Premium

FDD

$26,995

$850

$27,845

incl

$29,540

$30,040

$29,540

$31,235

2.5i Limited

FDF

$29,995

$850

$30,845

incl

$33,040

$33,835

3.5R Limited

FDK

$32,995

$850

$33,845

incl

$36,040

$36,835

PZEV EMISSION MODELS BELOW
where do you live?
PZEV emissions required in CA, CT, DE, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, VT, WA.
PZEV = Partial Zero Emission Vehicle

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2.5i, PZEV

FDB

$25,195

$850

$26,045

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2.5i Premium, PZEV

FDD

$27,295

$850

$28,145

incl

$29,840

$30,340

$29,840

$31,535

2.5i Limited, PZEV

FDF

$30.295

$850

$31,145

incl

$33,340

$34,135

top 2015 Outback mechanical specifications and details subject to change, correction, updates. Tips and corrections welcomed
engine	2.5L 4 cylinder			3.6L 6 cylinder
model	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R Limited
model code	FDB	FDD	FDF	FDK
Engine specifications	2.5L 4 cylinder Horizontally opposed Boxer engine. (engine code FB25) First used in the Outback in the 2013 model. 152ci, 2498cc aluminum block, heads DOHC- double overhead cam 16 valves with Active Valve Control (intake valve) Sequential multi-port fuel injection Electronic throttle control Bore x stroke: 94x90 compression 10.3:1 direct electronic distributorless ignition Camshaft timing chain Compression10.3;1 Composite resin intake manifold Redline 6000rpms Speedometer to 150mph			6 cylinder, 3.6L DOHC Boxer design (engine code Z36D) 221.5ci, 3630cc 24 valves aluminum block and heads Sequential multi-port fuel injection Electronic throttle control Bore x stroke: 92x91 DAVCS dual active variable valve control system, variable valve timing Camshaft timing chain Composite resin intake manifold Sequential fuel injection Direct electronic distributorless ignition Speedometer to 160mph Redline 6400 rpm Compression 10.5:1
Horsepower/torque	upgraded for 2015 horsepower 175@5800rpm (2014 was 173hp@5300rpms) upgraded for 2015 torque 174lb-ft@4000rpm (2014 was 174@ 4100rpms)			horsepower 256@6000rpm, upgraded for 2015 torque 247lb-ft@4400rpm
Improved economy for 2015 Fuel Economy- city/highway, combined Regular gas, 87 octane all models capacity- 18.5 US gallon tank	CVT 25/33, 28 combined (2014 was 24/30, 26 combined)			19/27, 22 combined (2014 was a 5 speed auto 17/25)
Active Grill Shutter	The Active Grill Shutter are (is?) flaps behind the front of the lower part of the front grill on 2.5L models. The grill opens to improve engine cooling and closes to improve aerodynamics and fuel economy. The shutters, or flaps, close when starting a cold engine for faster warm-up and are also closed above 25mph to improve aerodynamics and fuel economy except in high temperature conditions when extra cooling is needed due to acceleration or a/c needs. After warm-up, the grill shutter stays open for stop-go low speed driving up to 25mph.			active grill shutter not available on 3.6 models
Oil	0w-20 synthetic oil required, First and subsequent oil/filter replacement schedule- at least every 6000 miles or 6 months			5w-30 Synthetic oil is recommended. 6000 mile/6month maximum replacement interval.
Tune-up specs	Spark plugs: Iridium tipped NGK SILZKAR7B11 Firing order 1-3-2-4 Ignition timing/idle (btdc) manual 16, 650 rpm, automatic 16, 675 rpm Generator 12 V-110 A Battery 75D23R 12V-90A, 52A, CCA 490A Oil and oil filter capacity 5.1 USqt, 4.4 Imp qt Oil- synthetic required, 0w-20 Coolant- manual 8.0 US qt, CVT 7.9 US qt			Spark Plugs: iridium tipped, NGK SILFR6C11 Firing Order 1-6-3-2-5-4 Ignition timing 15* BTDC Idle speed, parked, 700rpm Generator 12 V-130 A Battery 75D23R,12V-90A, 52A, CCA 490A Oil, oil filter capacity 6.9US qt Oil- synthetic recommended 5w-30 Coolant- automatic .6.9 US qt
Transmission: Notes no 2015 manual transmission is available (they are still available in Canada), 2014 was the last year for a U.S. manual. The 3.6L gets a CVT. 2014 was the last year for the 5 speed automatic The shift lock release is under the rubber tray in the storage bin in front of the shift lever	CVT with paddle shifters and 6 gear-like settings. This is the 2nd generation CVT			new for the 3.6L high-torque CVT with paddle shifters and 6 gear-like settings. This is new for the 3.6L which previously had a 5 speed automatic
CVT gear settings	CVT in manual mode: 1st gear 3.581, 2nd 2.262, 3rd 1.658, 4th 1,208, 5th 0.885, 6th 0.618. final 4.111 CVT in automatic D mode continuously varies between 3.581-0.618			high-torque CVT in manual mode: 1st gear 3.105, 2nd 1.983, 3rd 1.454, 4th 1.057, 5th 0.779, 6th 0.543. Final 4.111 CVT in automatic D mode continuously varies between 3.105-0.542
All wheel drive system full time, all speed, all wheel	Active All Wheel Drive, electronically controlled all wheel drive, primarily front wheel wheel but constantly monitoring and varying the front/back power split. With VDC and Traction control, with new for 2015 Active Torque Vectoring (modulates the inner front wheel when the car is turning).
VDC, Traction control: VDC Vehicle Dynamics Control (electronic stability control) plus TCS traction control system	VDC is standard on all models. VDC vehicle dynamics control, is an electronic stability control system that measures and monitors steering wheel input, braking, vehicle angle etc and then applies individual brakes and/or reduces engine power to counteract skids or slides to help keep maintain driver control. TCS traction control system electronically sensing spinning wheels and uses the brakes to slow the spinning wheel. new for 2015 Incline Start assist- briefly prevents the vehicle from rolling back as the driver moves their foot from the brake to the gas. Note- this is only for 1.5 seconds, and is not the same as the electric parking brake's Hill Holder function new for 2015 Active Torque Vectoring modulates the inner front wheel speed when the car is turning.
new for 2015 X-Mode with Hill Descent Control	standard on all models
model reminder	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6L
Emissions	PZEV is required in CA, CT, DE, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, VT, WA here is a brief, simple summary. PZEV is Partial Zero Emission Vehicle. The EPA says PZEV is the cleanest running gas car on today's market based on emissions testing for carbon-containing compounds, oxides of nitrogen, particulate matter, and other tailpipe nastiness. What it does 1. A charcoal canister catches unburned gas left in the engine when it's turned off so it doesn't evaporate. 2. Fuel injectors close tighter when they're not in use. 3. It has a finer mesh in the catalytic converter, as well as optimized placement of precious metal. 4. The engine's electronic brain is set to run hotter at start up so the catalytic converter heats up faster.			PZEV is not available or required on the 3.6L
Brakes upgraded for 2015 2.5L model	4 wheel disc, 4 channel anti-lock, low wear indicator Brake override system stops car if both brake and gas pedals are pressed. Brake assist for maximum brake pressure front: 12.4 ventilated front disc with dual caliper piston rear: 11.4 ventilated rear disc with single piston caliper Electric parking brake with auto release and Hill Holder functions new for 2015 Incline Start assist- briefly prevents the vehicle from rolling back as the driver moves their foot from the brake to the gas. Note- this is only for 1.5 seconds, and is not the same as the electric parking brake's Hill Holder function (note: these are the same brakes as on the 2010-2014 3.6L models but they're new to the 2.5L. The 2014 2.5L models were 11.6" vented front and 11.3" solid rear disc)
Parking brake	new for 2015- the electric parking brake button and Hill Holder buttons have been moved to the center console All models use an Electric Parking Brake with Auto Release and Hill Holder. Auto release function- wear seatbelt, step on brake pedal, put car in gear, lightly press gas pedal. The system makes a mild sound as it activates or releases the brake so you know its working. To use in as emergency brake lightly pull the parking brake up but only in an serious emergency when you cannot normally brake! This will cause your rear wheels to lock so be very careful. Pull the brake button UP to activate the brakes, push it down to release them.
Hill Holder Brake system	If the Hill Holder function is turned on, when you restart the car it is on (new on 2013 model). new for 2015, the Hill Holder button is on the center console The Hill Holder brake system is standard on all models. It uses the electric parking brake. The system can be turned on by pressing the Hill Holder button in the center console. A green image of a car on an incline is in the upper right dash comes on (see image). When stopping on a hill 5% or steeper, either going forward up or backwards down a hill, the Hill Holder activates the electric parking brake and holds the car from rolling. Stepping on the gas releases the brake so the car will move. Makes a mild sound as it activates or releases so you know its working Works going up or backwards down an incline. Note: if you are already stopped on an incline and did not press the Hill Holder button, press the Parking Brake button - it works exactly the same.
Steering	all new for 2015 Electric power assisted steering, EPAS (2014 was engine speed controlled power assisted rack and pinion) Steering ratio 14:1 turning circle, curb to curb 36.1ft (2014 was 36.8ft) steering turns lock-to-lock 2.82 (2014 was 3.2)
Suspension	new for 2015 Suspension was upgraded for the 2015 model with improved ride, handling. Front suspension- Independent, raised struts, coil springs, stabilizer bar, anti-dive geometry Rear suspension- independent, double wishbone, coil springs, stabilizer bar, anti-Lift geometry
Wheels	17x7" " steel wheel with full wheel cover	17x7" alloy, silver finish	new for 2015 18x7" dark gray machine finish
Tires	225/65 R17 102H Bridgestone all season		225/60 R18 Bridgestone Dueler all season
Headlights	projector beam low beam and multi-reflector high beam halogen			HID low beam and multi-reflector high beam halogen
Headlights	daytime running lights; auto on/off headlights with ignition key insertion/removal.	daytime running lights; auto on/off headlights with ignition key insertion/removal. 'Auto' light sensing dusk-dawn setting	daytime running lights; auto on/off headlights with ignition key insertion/removal. 'Auto' light sensing dusk-dawn setting	new for 2015 HID low beam headlights daytime running lights auto on/off headlights with ignition key insertion/removal. 'Auto' light sensing dusk-dawn on/off setting
Fog lights	O	S (new steering responsive fog lights standard with Eyesight only)	S (new steering responsive fog lights standard with Eyesight only)	S (new steering responsive fog lights standard with Eyesight only)
Curb weight GVWR 2.5L 4695 lbs GVWR 3.6L 4850 lbs	3,593 lbs	3,593-3,642 lbs	3,633-3,668 lbs	3,810-3,845 lbs
Towing	Hitch- the optional Subaru installed trailer hitch is 1.25". Tongue weight is 200lbs. There is no 'tow package'. 2.5L 4 cylinder, 200 lb tongue weight 2700 pounds with trailer brakes. 1000 pounds without trailer brakes. over 104* F when towing up a long hill max weight should be 1350 pounds. Replace the CVT oil at app 24855 miles if towing. 3.6L 6 cylinder- 200 lb tongue weight 3000 pounds with trailer brakes, 1000 pounds without trailer brakes. Over 104* F or when towing up a long hill max weight should be 1500 pounds. Emergency Towing of the Outback CVT: Only tow the car on a flatbed, all wheels off the ground
model	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R Limited

top SUBARU OUTBACK SNAPSHOT 2015 Outback Model and Feature Overview scroll down for all models Engines- 2.5L 4 cylinder and 3.6L 6 cylinder subject to change, correction, updates. Tips and corrections welcomed
2015 2.5i Model Overview Standard Equipment Feature Summary subject to change, correction, updates. Tips and corrections welcomed
2015 Outback 2.5i standard features model code: FDB, (CVT with paddle shifters with 6 settings) Look at these 2.5i model details then scroll down because this is the standard model. All other models will at least have these features plus their model upgrades. redesigned for 2015 model. There are many upgrades and changes from the 2010-2014 models. The body has changed- windshield moved forward for improved aerodynamics, larger brakes, new seat cushion airbags added, outside mirrors moved onto the front door and small corner front corner window added to the doors, all new interior, dashboard/gauges, audio infotainment system, VDC system includes X-Mode with Hill Descent CVT only- no manual transmission is available. This is the first time there hasn't been a manual Outback since there 1995-1996 model introduction new for 2015- redesigned body, interior, suspension. The goal is improved fuel economy and safety. For better aerodynamics, the windshield is more angled (lower part moved 2" forward), side mirrors moved down from the corner of the front windows to the door, there's a new Active Grill Shutter. For lighter weight the hood is now aluminum. Other improvements that make the car ride better and quieter etc include more insulation, liquid filled engine mounts, acoustic windshield, revised suspension and steering. new Welcome Lighting- head and tail lights briefly turn on when you unlock with the keyless remote new Rear view back-up camera now standard new Active Torque Vectoring- helps control inner front wheel when vehicle is turning new X-Mode with Hill Decent Control new Incline Start Assist which holds the vehicle from rolling back for 1.5 seconds as the driver moves their foot from the brake to the gas pedal. new Active Grill Shutter- Lower front grill opens/closes for improved aerodynamics. The Active Front Grill Shutter are (is?) flaps behind the front of the lower part of the front grill that open to improve engine cooling and close to improve aerodynamics and fuel economy. The shutters, or flaps, close when starting a cold engine for faster warm-up and are also closed above 25mph to improve aerodynamics and fuel economy except in high temperature conditions when extra cooling is needed due to acceleration or a/c needs. After warm-up, the grill shutter stays open for stop-go low speed driving up to 25mph. new Electric power steering new Font seat cushion airbags to help keep occupants in place in a front impact by briefly pushing up the seat cushion under driver/passenger thigh to prevent them from sliding forward under the steering wheel. new Rollover sensor to pre-deploy curtain airbags new Upgraded larger disc brakes, and rear discs vented (previously on 3.6L models) new Cargo area rear seat fold-down handles new LED taillights new Tilt and height adjustable front headrests new Driver's power window is auto up/down new all power window switches are illuminated new One touch lane changer turn signals, a quick tap u/down flashes the signals 3 times new Floor mats with Outback logo new 17" wheels with full wheel covers (replaces 16" with wheel covers on the this base model) new Cargo area rear seat down-down lever new Front console with storage for a tablet, two cupholders new Roof rails now have tie down hooks, and also outside decoration Gone- manual transmission Gone- keyless entry chirp response when locking/unlocking has been dropped Gone on 2.5i base model- cabin air filtration is no longer standard on this base Outback 2.5L 4 cylinder engine, All Wheel Drive (awd), with VDC Stability Control, Active Torque Vectoring (modulates front inner wheel when vehicle is turning), Traction Control System, Hill Holder, X-Mode/Hill Descent Control (HDC) CVT with paddle shifters with 6 gear-like settings Active Grill Shutter- Lower front grill opens/closes for improved aerodynamics. EPAS- electric power assisted steering 18.5 gallon tank Heavy duty raised suspension Anti-lock disc brakes, with EBD Electronic parking brake, brake button new for 2015 moved to center console, with Hill Holder function (driver turns on/off, button moved to center console), and new for 2015 Incline Start Assist which holds the vehicle from rolling back for 1.5 seconds as the driver moves their foot from the brake to the gas pedal. new for 2015 4 wheel vented disc brakes,- new for 2015- all are vented, and larger size new for 2015 Airbags: Front driver and passenger seat cushion airbags to help keep front occupants in place. Airbags: Front driver and passenger, advanced dual stage, occupant detecting Airbags: Front side driver and passenger Airbags: Front and Rear Side Curtain with Rollover sensors Overhead passenger airbag on/off and seatbelt warning lights New for 2015 front headrests now tilt as well as height adjustable allowing best positioning for the individual occupant 3 rear seatbelts & headrests Tire pressure monitoring system- TPMS Rear view back-up camera	continued: 2015 Outback 2.5i standard features Power Windows, with new for 2015 driver auto up/down function, All power window switches are illuminated Power Locks Power Mirrors, hinged fold-in mirrors Cruise control with steering wheel controls new for 2015 Power Steering new electric power steering (EPAS) Air conditioning Tinted windows, light tint Freeze alert, instrument panel freeze alert- at 37* a snowflake symbol shows in the center LCD display Electronic parking brake with auto release. Makes a sound as it activates or releases so you know its working. Dash gauges- analog speedometer to 140mph (150 max) and tachometer, fuel and engine temperature with white digits, and red needles. Center digital speedometer and fuel economy trip computers. Hill Holder with all models uses the electric parking brake. Key and Remote lock/unlock, integrated in one piece. Keys- 3 supplied when new, 2 with integrated lock/unlock remote with Finder Mode (press lock 3+ times) Engine Immobilizer anti-theft system Alarm system with flashing red dash light- an ignition disabling alarm system so the car cannot be started. Note- and impact sensor security system is an optional upgrade. Steering wheel- Telescope and Tilt steering wheel Steering wheel- vinyl wrapped, 3 spoke, with cell phone bluetooth, cruise and audio controls Cupholders: 2 front console, 2 rear armrest, plus 4 door bottle holders (1 in each door) Driver seat manual height and recline adjustment Unpainted lower body-side protective cladding 17" steel wheels with full wheel covers Pre-wired for Remote Engine Start 4 beam halogen headlights, auto on-off with ignition key insertion/removal Headlights with 3 'on' settings: #1. daytime running lights; #2. always on/off with ignition key insertion/removal; #3. 'auto' dusk on-dawn off setting. Headlight with black inner surround Day Time Running light (DRL) on when vehicle is moving if headlights are off. Turn signals- one touch lane changer function Front wipers: Variable speed intermittent, 4 setting Rear wiper, 2 speed, auto-on in reverse with auto trans Rear defroster with rear wiper de-icer Fold flat and reclining rear seats, 60/40 split new for 2015 cargo area rear seat fold-down lever Rear seat center armrest with 2 cupholders Cargo tray Rear cargo area dome light Cargo area tie down hooks (4) Cargo area grocery bag hooks (2) Cargo gate grab handle to pull the door closed new for 2015 Cargo area rear seat fold-down lever Cargo area storage under the floor, above spare tire Cloth interior Carpeted floor mats with Outback logo Textured silver door and dash trim (looks like crumpled and smoothed out tin foil) Courtesy Lights- underside of both front doors, glovebox, cargo area, front console storage tray Two 12v Power Outlets- front and rear cargo area. No cigarette lighter Center console with armrest, storage for a tablet, and illuminated front bin with USB and aux jack, two cupholders, Overhead console with 2 map lights and holder for eyeglasses or garage door opener etc Vanity mirrors, 2, illuminated Map pocket on back of front driver and passenger seat Roof rails, pivoting fold-away cross bars, 150lb capacity, with new for 2015 4 roof rail tie down hooks Stereo all new stereo for 2015 6.2" touch screen, AM/FM, HD radio, Starlink smartphone apps, single CD player, 4 speakers, handsfree cell phone bluetooth with steering wheel controls, wireless audio streaming, USB connection, 3.55mm aux jack. Audio and cell phone controls are in the steering wheel. Option Packages, factory installed only none on this model Request a free Subaru 'Badge of Ownership' Here's my webpage with photos of the badges and links.
2015 Outback 2.5i Premium and 2.5i Limited Overview Standard Equipment Feature Summary subject to change, correction, updates. Tips and corrections welcomed
2.5i PREMIUM adds over the 2.5i model code FDD everything the 2.5i has, plus... new for 2015 new Audio. Upgraded with larger 7" multi-touch screen, 6 speakers, XM satellite, handsfree text messaging, iTunes tagging, 2 USB connections with 3.55 jack new Dual zone front climate control new Illuminated overhead console new Illuminated inner door handles new Upgraded electroluminscent dash gauges with blue illuminated ring- analog speedometer to 140mph (150 total), and tachometer, fuel and engine temperature with white digits and needles. Center digital speedometer and fuel economy trip computers. new Auto up/down front passenger power window in addition to the driver's power window new All Weather Package with new for 2015 3mode heated front seats (low, medium high) plus defrosting outside mirrors, and front windshield wiper deicer with hidden heating element Fog Lights 17" alloy wheels Cabin air filtration system Dark tinted Privacy glass Rear luggage cargo cover Body colored outside mirrors Illuminated overhead console Illuminated inner door handles Dark tinted upper windshield band Power Driver's seat, 10 way includes power lumbar support Dual zone auto climate control with temperature settings from 60 to 89* Illuminated power window switches on all doors (not just driver door) Steering wheel- Leather wrapped, with audio, cruise, and Bluetooth buttons All weather package with 3way heated front seats, defrosting outside mirrors, front wiper deicers Auto up/down driver and passenger front windows with pinch protection Stereo: new for 2015 - 7" touchscreen display, with AM/FM HD radio, XM satellite (4 mos free), single CD, Subaru Starlink app, SMS text messaging, iTunes tagging, with sports, weather, gas station, and stock market reports via XM, subscription required, 6 speakers including tweeters, 2 fully adjustable equalizers plus pre-set sound setting for pop, rock, jazz etc, Bluetooth handsfree cell phone with steering wheel controls, Bluetooth wireless audio streaming, dual USB ports, one 3.5mm inputs, Option Packages factory installed only ~~(Note- eyesight not available until Fall 2014)~~ > new option for 2015 Pkg #12 Moonroof with auto dimming rear view mirror with compass and Homelink, Power rear gate > new option for 2015 Pkg #13- Power moonroof, Power rear gate with height settings, Navigation/GPS > new option for 2015 Pkg #14- Eyesight (3rd generation) Driver Assist system with new for 2015 steering responsive fog lights, Blind spot detection, Rear cross traffic alert > new option for 2015 Pkg #15- Eyesight (3rd generation) Driver Assist system with new for 2015 steering responsive fog lights, Blind spot detection, Rear cross traffic alert, Navigation/GPS	2.5i LIMITED adds over the 2.5i Premium model code: FDF *everything the 2.5i Premium has, plus..* new 18" alloy wheels new Outside mirrors with integrated turn signals, new Power rear gate with memory height setting new for 2015 and new for Subaru Dual mode (lo/high) heated rear seats new for 2015 and new for Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection System- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (warns of vehicles approaching when you're backing out of a parking spot) and Blind Spot Detection 18" alloy wheels Leather trimmed interior new Memory driver's seat, 2 settings Matte finished wood grain dashboard trim Rear seat AC vents in back of center console new Outside mirrors with integrated turn signals new Power rear gate with memory height setting Passenger power seat (4way), front/back, power recline new for 2015 and new for Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection System- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (warns of vehicles approaching when you're backing out of a parking spot), Blind Spot Detection Stereo new for 2015 new for 2015 Harman/Kardon audio (h/k).576w equivalent GreenEdge amp, 12 h/k speakers with front center speaker and rear subwoofer speaker. Base, mid-range, and treble adjustments 7" touchscreen display, with AM/FM, HD radio, XM satellite (4 mos free), single CD, Subaru Starlink app, SMS text messaging, iTunes tagging, Bluetooth handsfree cell phone with steering wheel controls, Bluetooth wireless audio streaming, dual USB ports, one 3.5mm inputs, with sports, weather, gas station, and stock market reports via XM, subscription required. Option Packages factory installed only ~~(Note- eyesight not available until Fall 2014)~~ > new option for 2015 Pkg #22 Moonroof with auto dimming rear view mirror with compass, Homelink, Keyless access with pushbutton start, Navigation/GPS > new option for 2015 Pkg #23 Eyesight (3rd generation) Driver Assist system with new for 2015 steering responsive fog lights, Moonroof with auto dimming rear view mirror with compass,/Homelink, Keyless access with pushbutton start, Navigation/GPS
2015 3.6L Limited Outback model Overview and Standard Equipment Feature Summary subject to change, correction, updates. Tips and corrections welcomed
3.6R LIMITED adds over 2.5i Limited (see above) model code FDK Note: this is the only 6 cylinder 2015 model available new for 2015 HID low beam headlight with auto height aiming new for 2015 CVT, high-torque version Note- the 3.6 model does not have the active grill shutter 6 cylinder 3.6L engine, DOHC, with 256 horsepower Engine cover Dual exhaust Electroluminescent gauges, blue illuminated ring- analog speedometer to 160mph, and tachometer, fuel and engine temperature with white digits and needles. Center digital speedometer and fuel economy trip computers. Option Packages factory installed only (Note- eyesight is now available) > new option for 2015 Pkg #22 Moonroof with auto dimming rear view mirror with compass, Homelink, Keyless access with pushbutton start, Navigation/GPS > new option for 2015 Pkg #23 Eyesight (3rd generation) Driver Assist system with new for 2015 steering responsive fog lights, Moonroof with auto dimming rear view mirror with compass/Homelink, Keyless access with pushbutton start, Navigation/GPS

top 2015 OUTBACK STANDARD FEATURES TABLE S standard, O optional, -- not available Remember, this is an unofficial, unauthorized website not approved or supported by SoA or any dealer. Contact your local dealer. Information subject to change, correction, updating. Comments, tips welcomed
engine	2.5L 4 cylinder engine			3.6 L 6 cylinder
2015 Feature	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R Limited
model code	FDB	FDD	FDF	FDK
Interior material	cloth	cloth	leather	leather
Interior dash, console and door trim	textured silver trim	textured silver trim	medium dark matte finish wood trim	medium dark matte finish wood trim
Wheels	new for 15 17" steel wheel with full wheel cover (previously 16")	17" alloy, silver finish	new for 2015 18" alloy, gray finish. (previously 17")
Fog Lights	O	S	S	S
Fog lights Steering Responsive Fog Lights- the left or right fog light turns on to illuminate a corner when the steer. Only available with optional Eyesight, and only works when the fog lights are not already turned on	--	O, requires Eyesight	O, requires Eyesight	O, requires Eyesight
Back-up camera, displays in the stereo screen new for 2015- S on all models. Much improved for the 2015 models	new for 2015 S	S	S	S
Front bumper underguard trim piece	O	O	S	S
Power windows, illuminated	new for 2015 2.5i driver window auto up/down	driver and new for 2015 front passenger window auto up/down	driver and new for 2015 front passenger window auto up/down	driver and new for 2015 front passenger window auto up/down
Power door locks	S	S	S	S
Outside mirrors, power, unpainted black	S-unpainted, black	--	--	--
Outside mirrors, power, body colored, heated and defrosting,	--	S	--	--
Outside mirrors, power, body colored, heated and defrosting, with integrated turn signals	--	O, included with Eyesight	S	S
SRVD Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection System with Blind Spot Detection (BSD) illuminates a yellow warning symbol in the exterior mirror when it detects a vehicle alongside and/or behind the car in an area of about 22 feet x 11 feet. If the driver signals a lane change to that side, the warning icon in the mirror or navigation screen will flash. The radar sensors are in the rear corners behind the bumper	--	O	S	S
Turn signals- new One Touch- tap the turn signal stalk up/down and the turn signals flash 3 times	S	S	S	S
Cruise control, steering wheel controls	S	S	S	S
Cruise control- Eyesight (3rd gen) active cruise control, lane sway, pre-collision braking,	--	O	O	O
Steering wheel, tilt and telescope. Leather wrapped with audio system, cruise control, and Bluetooth phone controls	S	S	S	S
Headlights, all with black inner surround	halogen	halogen	halogen	new for 2015 HID low beam with auto height adjusting
Welcome Lighting- headlights and taillights briefly turn on when you unlock with the keyless remote	S	S	S	S
Cabin HVAC air filter (behind the glovebox, replace yearly)	--	S	S	S
Air Conditioning, Manual with 4 speed fan	S	--	--	--
Air Conditioning, Automatic climate control, 7 speed fan, Dual front zones with temperature settings from 60* to 89*	--	new for 2015 S	S	S
Rear AC vents in the back of the center console	--	--	S	S
model reminder	2.5i	Premium	Limited	3.6 Limited
new for 2015 Power rear gate	--	O	S	S
All Weather Pkg- heated front seats, heated and defrosting outside mirrors, front wiper de-icer with hidden heating element in the lower windshield new for 2015- low/med/high heated seats	--	S	S	S
new for 2015 Heated rear seats- low/high setting	--	--	S	S
all new for 2015 Rear Vehicle Detection System. Radar based, in the rear corners	--	O, req Eyesight	S	S
Driver seat- Manual height adj, cloth, no lumbar adjustment	S	--	--	--
Driver seat- Power 10 way cloth, heated, with power lumbar	--	S	--	--
Driver seat- Power 10 way leather, heated, with power lumbar	--	--	S	S
Driver seat with 2 Memory settings. Power 10 way leather, heated, with power lumbar, with new for 2015 2 memory settings. With optional pushbutton start, the two key fobs can easily be set to automatically move the seat to memory #1 or #2 depending on which key fob is used to open the door.	--	--	S	S
Passenger seat, Power, 4 way (no power lumbar)	--	--	S	S
Rear seats- fold flat and recline, with new cargo area fold-down levers	S	S	S	S
Airbags	new for 2015- front driver and passenger seat cushion airbags front driver and passenger airbags front side driver and passenger airbags front and rear driver and passenger side curtain airbags
Headrests	5 headrests 2 front, height and tilt adjustable 3 rear, height adjustable
model reminder	2.5i	Premium	Limited	3.6R Limited
Trip Computer in center instrument panel with digital speedometer, instant and average fuel economy, trip odometers A, B	S	S	S	S
Instrument panel gauges: analog tach, speedometer to 140mph (150 max). White numbers and red needles. Fuel and temperature gauges.	S	--	--	--
Instrument panel gauges: electroluminescent gauges with red speedometer needle and white tachometer needles. Fuel and engine temp gauges. With center color LCD display including digital speedometer, trip computer. 2.5L speedometer to 140mph (150 max) 3.6L speedometer to 160mph Eyesight info (if equipped).	--	S	S	S
Roof rack with swivel open/closed cross bars (150 lb capacity). Crossbar spread has 2 positions, 30" and 39.5" spread front/back new for 2015 4 tie down hooks	S	S	S	S
Bluetooth handsfree cellphone and bluetooth wireless audio streaming steering wheel controls	S	S	S	S
Stereo > new for 2015 2.5i- 6.2" high resolution single-touch touch screen, 4 speakers, AM/FM/HD radio, single CD, Subaru Starlink app (by Clarion), with single USB port, aux plug, Bluetooth steering wheel controls, wireless audio streaming, steering wheel with bluetooth, audio, one dash and one cargo area 12v power outlets. Downloads up to 1000 phone contacts. > new for 2015 2.5i Premium 7" high resolution touch screen, multi-touch capable, 6 speakers AM/FM/HD radio, single CD, Sirius/XM satellite radio (4 mo free All Access), with 2 adjustable equalizers plus pre-set pop, rock jazz settings etc, handsfree text messaging, Subaru Starlink app (by Clarion),, with two USB ports, aux plug, Bluetooth steering wheel controls, wireless audio streaming, steering wheel with bluetooth audio, gas station, sports, weather, and stock reports (via XM), dash, cargo area and center console 12v power outlets, iTunes tagging. With sports, weather, gas station, and stock market reports via XM, subscription required. Downloads up to 2500 phone contacts > new for 2015 2.5i Limited and 3.6R Limited: Harman/Kardon (h/k) premium audio- 7" high resolution touch screen, multi-touch capable, h/k 576w equivalent 'Greenedge" amplifier, 12 h/k speakers including center dash speaker and subwoofer, with base, mid-range, treble sound adjustments, AM/FM, HD radio, single CD, Sirius/XM satellite radio (4 mo free All Access), Text messaging, Subaru Starlink app (by Clarion), gas station, sports, weather, and stock reports (via XM), with two USB ports, aux plug, Bluetooth steering wheel controls, wireless audio streaming, steering wheel with bluetooth, audio, one dash, one cargo area, one center console 12v power outlets, iTunes tagging. With sports, gas station, weather, and stock market reports via XM, subscription required. Downloads up to 2500 phone contacts
model reminder	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R Limited
Wipers front - Variable speed rear - 2 speed rear wiper, with rear defroster	S	S	S	S
Tinted windows	light tint	dark tint	dark tint	dark tint
Windshield with dark tinted upper sunshade band	--	S	S	S
Keys- 3 standard keys supplied, all with Immobilizer anti-theft system, 2 with remote lock/unlock	S	S	S	S
Key- Immobilizer system with alarm, with either 3 keys, 2 with remotes, or 2 proximity pushbutton start key fobs	S	S	S	S
Keys- Keyless access with pushbutton start so the key stays in your pocket or purse for example, with lock/unlock beep new for 2015 Pin Code Access. Note. The 2 keyless access key fobs can be set so the seat automatically moves to the seat memory position for that fob when the door is unlocked. To program-- car off, push/hold seat memory seat #1 or #2 and press the fob's blue unlock button and it should beep. Pushbutton instructions: Tap the start button once when pressing the brake pedal to start the car. For radio or accessory power only, tap with your foot off the brake: 1 tap for radio, 2nd tap for all power, 3rd tap to turn off.	--	--	O, with package 22, 23	O, with package 22, 23
Carpeted floor mats (all carpets are dark)	S	S	S	S
Front door aluminum sill plates with Subaru logo	--	--	S	S
Cargo area: cargo tray/liner, 4 tie-down hooks, 2 grocery bag hooks	S	S	S	S
Cargo area tonneau cover, retractable	O	S	S	S
Rear bumper cover step pad	O	O	O	O
Courtesy Lights- under front doors, in glovebox, cargo area, 2 map lights, center dome light	S	S	S	S
Front door inside illuminated handle, a small blue LED ambient light, front driver and passenger. photo above	--	S	S	S
Moonroof (sunroof), available as a package combined with auto dimming mirror with compass and homelink	--	O	O	O
standard features subject to change, correction, updating	2.5i	2.5i Premium	2.5i Limited	3.6R Limited

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What is

HD radio
HD Radio is free. its a digital radio broadcast signal with 'subchannels' of the main channel you are listening to.
The ‘HD’ in ‘HD Radio’ is part of iBiquity Digital’s brand name for its digital AM and FM radio technology.
HD is not an acronym for either hybrid digital or high definition, it is simply the name for this technology.
HD Radio broadcasting is free, there are no subscription fees.
The HD channels are not particularly strong, so you might lose the signal in garages or in mountains or downtown between buildings.
The service includes iTunes Tagging which lets you capture information about a song on the radio and store it on your Apple device by pushing the "Tag" button on the HD Radio receiver. When your device is connected to iTunes, a list of tagged songs will appear which can be purchased.
HD radio website, check stations etc

SUBARU STARLINK
Starlink is a free Subaru app for Android and iPhone.
It uses the phone's data plan.
Weather reports, The location for the weather is selected and changed on the smart phone (starlink > weather > config) with up to six cities selected.
News (user selected from a international list that includes CNN, USA Today, MSNBC, Yahoo news, Le Monde, El Mundo etc)
Calendar, syncs with Google calendar,
iHeart radio,
Music streaming.
Stitcher app- new May 2015

Starlink update May 2015 Subaru Starlink now includes Stitcher. Stitcher includes news, podcasts and articles on current events, science, technology, sports, culture, music etc.
Starlink will automatically update onto your Starlink app if its on your phone already, or when you next use the app in your car.
To use Stitcher and select the programs you want to listen to, you need to go the stitcher.com website and log in with your facebook or google account or create an email account, and then choose your programs.

Pandora an online radio station with ads, or paid without ads. Go to Pandora.com to create your account. For Android and iPhone. iPhone requires a USB cable

Aha app for Android and Apple phones
Download the Aha iOS or Android app to your phone or device. You can organize and access content from the web in personalized, on-demand stations and send it to the audio system. Android is wireless, iOS uses a USB cable.

new on 2015 Outback and Legacy- Pin Code Access
Requires Keyless Access with Pushbutton Start

What is it? A back-up unlock system so you can get into the car when you dont have a key fob handy. To use it, you have to program in a series of 5 digits by tapping the rear gate lock button the same number of times as each of the 5 digits. (ie twice for 2, four times for 4, five times for the digit 5, and this is done for each of the 5 digits you programmed in).
Then you can lock and unlock the door by tapping the rear gate lock button repeatedly in the series that you programmed in.

Note- the PIN Code Access is rather difficult to do... it can be frustrating to tap this small, hard to see button correctly in a series of 5 multiple taps.
The solution is for the Pin Code Access to only be two digits. Two would be much easier to do and still provide security against someone trying to randomly tap the code

Preparation to register a 5-digit security Pin Code
1. Close all doors including rear gate.
2. Press and hold the button on the access key. Then all doors, including rear gate, will be locked.
3. Keep the button pressed, and press the rear lock button on the gate within 5 seconds after step 2.
4. Press and hold the rear lock button on the gate for more than 5 seconds. Then a chirp will sound.
5. Press the button on the access key while the chirp sounds. Then the chirp will stop and the preparation is complete

For example, to register 32468 as the PIN code, perform the following procedure on an Outback
1. Press the rear lock button three times.
2. After a buzzer (ding) sounds once, press the rear lock button twice.
3. After a buzzer (ding) sounds once, press the rear lock button four times.
4. After a buzzer (ding) sounds once, press the rear lock button six times.
5. After a buzzer (ding) sounds once, press the rear lock button eight times.
6. Perform steps 1 to 5 again within approximately 30 seconds after the buzzer starts sounding intermittently.
7. All doors (including rear gate) will be unlocked and locked.
Then the PIN code will be registered.

If you make an error during the registration procedure, open the driver’s door and then close it.
Then start over from the procedure described in Preparation above
To protect your vehicle from theft,you cannot register 5 digit codes such as 00000, 11111 to 99999, or 12345.
Do not register your vehicle license plate number or simple numbers such as11122 or 12121.

You cannot unlock by PIN Code Access in the following cases
- when the access key is within the operating ranges
- when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position
- If you make an operation error during the unlocking procedure, start over with the unlocking procedure after waiting for 5 seconds or longer.
- To protect your vehicle from theft, a buzzer will sound if incorrect PIN codes are entered five times continuously. If this occurs, you cannot unlock the doors by PIN Code Access for 5 minutes.

NOTE
disable the Outback and Legacy keyless access proximity key in order to hide it in the car when camping, swimming, skiing, biking: remove the emergency key to carry with you to get back in the car (yes the alarm will go off when you open the door until you unwrap the proximity key), wrap the proximity key in foil, then hide it and hope no one finds it and steals the car.

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2015 OUTBACK OPTION AND UPGRADE PACKAGES
options and upgrade packages. Scroll down for individual options
A available, -- not available

Prices are factory or port installed MSRP. Contact your local dealer for their selling price

2015 Outback Option Package summary - see above for details Note Eyesight now available ~~will not be available until Fall 2014~~
#01- standard #11- standard #12- Moonroof Pkg, Power rear gate #13- Moonroof Pkg, Power rear gate, Navigation/GPS #14- Eyesight,Blind Spot Detection, Rear cross traffic alert	#15- Moonroof Pkg, Power rear gate, Navigation, Eyesight, Blind Spot detection, Rear cross traffic alert, #21- standard #22 Moonroof Pkg, Keyless Access/Pushbutton Start, Navigation/GPS #23 Moonroof Pkg, Keyless Access/Pushbutton Start, Navigation/GPS, Eyesight

Information subject to change, correction, updating. Comments, tips welcomed

MODEL

2.5i
(code FDB)

2.5i Premium
(code FDD)

2.5i Limited
(code FDF)

3.6L 6 cylinder Limited
(code FDK

PACKAGES
with (option code) and installed MSRP

2.5i Pkg #01

Premium
Pkg #11

Premium
Pkg #12

Premium
Pkg #13

Premium
Pkg #14

Premium Pkg #15

Limited
Pkg #21

Limited
Pkg #22

Limited
Pkg #23

3.6R
Pkg #21

3.6R
Pkg #22

3.6R
Pkg #23

Popular Package 1 (OZ6) Exterior auto dimming mirror with approach lighting, auto dimming rear view mirror with compass, rear bumper cover, all weather rubber floor mats, splash guards $742

Popular Package 2 (OZ7) Exterior auto dimming mirror with approach lighting, auto dimming rear view mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener, rear bumper cover, all weather rubber floor mats, splash guards $827

Popular Package 3 (OZ8) Exterior auto dimming mirror with approach lighting, rear bumper cover, all weather rubber floor mats, splash guards, rear seatback protector $633

Popular Package 4 (OZ9) Exterior auto dimming mirror with approach lighting (Blind Spot Detection is already on this model), auto dimming rear view mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener, rear bumper cover, all weather rubber floor mats, splash guards $867

Popular Package 5 (PYF) Exterior auto dimming mirror with approach lighting (Blind Spot Detection is already on this model), rear bumper cover, all weather rubber floor mats, splash guards, rear seatback protector $673

Protection Package 1 (PYG) All weather rubber floor mats, rear bumper cover, splash guards, rear seatback protector, cargo net (hooks installed) $479

Protection Package 2 (PYE) Wheel arch moldings, All weather rubber floor mats, rear bumper cover, splash guards, cargo net (hooks installed) $835

Exterior and Interior auto dimming mirrors (LZ7) Exterior auto dimming mirror with approach lighting, auto dimming rear view mirror with compass $423

Exterior and Interior auto dimming mirrors (LZ8) Exterior auto dimming mirror with approach lighting, auto dimming rear view mirror with compass and Homelink garage door opener $508

Exterior and Interior auto dimming mirrors (LZ9) Exterior auto dimming mirror with approach lighting and Blind Spot Detection, auto dimming rear view mirror with compass and Homelink $548

OPTION PACKAGES
with (option code) and installed MSRP

2.5i
Pkg #01

Premium Pkg #11

Premium Pkg #12

Premium Pkg #13

Premium Pkg #14

Premium Pkg #15

Limited
Pkg #21

Limited
Pkg #22

Limited Pkg #23

3.6 Limited Pkg #21

3.6 Limited Pkg #22

3.6 Limited Pkg #23

model code

FDB

FDD

FDF

FDK

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2015 OUTBACK INDIVIDUAL OPTIONS AND UPGRADES
Factory and port Individual options and upgrades with factory or port installed MSRP. Contact your local dealer for their selling price

A available, -- not available, S standard

2015 Outback Option Package summary - see above for details Note Eyesight is now available ~~will not be available until Fall 2014, so options requiring Eyesight won't be available until then~~
#01- standard #11- standard #12- Moonroof Pkg, Power Rear Gate #13- Moonroof Pkg, Power rear gate, Navigation/GPS #14- Eyesight,Blind Spot Detection, Rear cross traffic alert	#15- Moonroof Pkg, Power rear gate, Navigation, Eyesight, Blind Spot detection, Rear cross traffic alert, #21- standard #22 Moonroof Pkg, Keyless Access/Pushbutton Start, Navigation/GPS #23 Moonroof Pkg, Keyless Access/Pushbutton Start, Navigation/GPS, Eyesight

Information subject to change, correction, updating. Comments, corrections welcomed

MODEL

2.5i
(code FDB)

2.5i PREMIUM
(code FDD)

2.5i LIMITED
(code FDF)

3.6L LIMITED
(code FDK)

EXTERIOR OPTIONS
with (option code) and installed MSRP

2.5i Pkg #01

Premium
Pkg #11

Premium
Pkg #12

Premium
Pkg #13

Premium
Pkg #14

Premium Pkg #15

Limited
Pkg #21

Limited
Pkg #22

Limited
Pkg #23

3.6R
Pkg #21

3.6R
Pkg #22

3.6R
Pkg #23

Body side moldings, body colored, $285 late availability
10/4/14 availability of side moldings.
Available starting mid September: carbide gray, black, white, twilight blue, and wilderness green
Available late November: lapis blue, tungsten, venetian red, and ice silver

Exterior auto dimming mirrors- left and right outside mirrors with approach lighting (06N) $224
Note: requires auto dimming rear view mirror with compass and homelink on all models except base 2.5i pkg #01 and Premium pkg #11 (dimming rear view mirror with compass is required but not with homelink)

Exterior auto dimming left and right outside mirror, with approach lighting and blind spot detection (06O) $264
Note: requires auto dimming rear view mirror with compass and homelink

Rear Bumper cover (053), $95

Moonroof air deflector (05M). requires moonroof $125

Fog lights (06T) $322

Splash Guards (05X), black. $152

Wheel arch moldings (062) $450 ~~late availability~~

Front bumper underguard $145

Rear bumper underguard $176
na with trailer hitch

Trailer hitch (05Z), $550. 1.25" receiver, wired, with insert
na with rear bumper underguard

Wheel locks $55

Hood protector- no hood protector is available on any 15 Outback or Legacy due to the front nose and hood design

INTERIOR OPTIONS
with (option code) and installed MSRP

2.5i
Pkg #01

Premium Pkg #11

Premium Pkg #12

Premium Pkg #13

Premium Pkg #14

Premium Pkg #15

Limited
Pkg #21

Limited
Pkg #22

Limited Pkg #23

3.6 Limited Pkg #21

3.6 Limited Pkg #22

3.6 Limited Pkg #23

Auto dimming rear view mirror with compass (06P) $199
note: not available with dimming outside mirrors except on base 2.5i pkg #01 and Premium pkg #11

Auto dimming rear view mirror with compass and Homelink (06Q) $284
note: included with any moonroof package

Rubber all weather floor mats (063) $72
note- carpeted floor mats are standard

Rear seatback protector (06H) $90
improved and easier to install for 2015

Cargo area luggage cover (tonneau cover) (06K) $199

Cargo net, rear, full width, by gate opening (066) $70
includes the hooks installed to hang the net from

Cargo net, right behind the rear seat (067) $70
includes the hooks installed to hang the net from

Security alarm shock impact sensor upgrade (06W) $196
~~late availability~~

Remote engine start (06Y) $450, models with ignition key
Note: the engine shuts off when the door is opened

Remote engine start (070) $435, models with pushbutton start
Note: the engine shuts off when the door is opened

100w 120v Power Outlet, in back of center console $401

Metal pedal covers- gas and brake pedals (C0C) $170

Leather shift knob (07C) $109

Compartment separator (aka dog guard) $410

Anti-slip cargo mat. Similar to a rubber shelf liner. Discontinued, not available

Sunshade, available only in the Orlando Florida area, $$76

Audio- Tweeters, 2 tweeters (074) $136

OPTION

2.5i
Pkg #01

Premium
Pkg #11

Premium Pkg #12

Premium Pkg #13

Premium Pkg #14

Premium Pkg #15

Limited
Pkg #21

Limited
Pkg #22

Limited Pkg #23

3.6 Limited Pkg #21

3.6 Limited Pkg #22

3.6 Limited Pkg #23

model code

FDB

FDD

FDF

FDK

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Carbide Gray Metallic	Tungsten Metallic	new for 2015 Lapis Blue Pearl	new for 2015 Wilderness Green metallic	new for 2015 crystal white pearl available with either ivory or black interior
Twilight Blue Metallic available with either ivory or black interior	Ice Silver Metallic	crystal black silica available with either ivory or black interior	Venetian Red Pearl	blank

2015 Outback materials
slate black cloth, with silver stitching	slate black perforated leather, silver stitching
warm ivory cloth	warm ivory leather

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2015 OUTBACK COLOR
AVAILABILITY BY MODEL

HOW TO READ
SBC- Slate Black Cloth, with dark carpeting, door sills, and lower door panels
SBL- Slate black leather, with dark carpeting, door sills, and lower door panels
WIC- Warm Ivory Cloth, with dark carpeting, door sills, and lower door panels
WIL Warm Ivory Leather, with dark carpeting, door sills, and lower door panels

NEW FOR 2015
Black now available in either black or ivory interior (previously only ivory)
Black available with optional Eyesight (not previously available)
White now available in either black or ivory interior (previously only ivory)
Ivory interiors now with dark door sills and dark lower door trim, in addition to the dark carpeting

all information subject to change, updating

Model
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color (abbreviation/paint code)

2.5i #01

Premium
Pkg #11

Premium
Pkg #12

Premium
Pkg #13

Premium
Pkg #14

Premium
Pkg #15

Limited
Pkg #21

Limited
Pkg #22

Limited
Pkg #23

3.6R Limited Pkg #21

3.6R Limited Pkg #22

3.6R Limited Pkg #23

Crystal Black Silica (CBS/D4S)

SBC

SBL

Crystal Black Silica (CB1/D4S)

WIC

WIL

new Lapis Blue Pearl (LBP/K3X)

WIC

WIL

new Crystal White Silica (WHC/K1X)

SBC

SBL

new Crystal White Silica (WH1/K1X)

WIC

WIL

Carbide Gray Metallic (GG3/K6U)

SBC

SBL

Tungsten Metallic (TGM/K7U)

WIC

WIL

Ice Silver Metallic (ISM/G1U)

SBC

SBL

Twilight Blue Metallic (TBM/H1Q)

SBC

SBL

Twilight Blue Metallic (TB1/H1Q)

WIC

WIL

Venetian Red Metallic (VRP/H2Q)

SBC

SBL

Venetian Red Metallic (VR1/H2Q)

WIC

WIL

model reminder

2.5i

Prm #11

Prm #12

Prm #13

Prm #14

Prm #15

Ltd #21

Ltd #22

Ltd #23

3.6 Ltd #21

3.6 Ltd #22

3.6 Ltd #23

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