2018 Outack Limited, wilderness green color, shown at the NY auto show April 2017. Redesigned 18" alloys
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2018 Outback
The 18 refresh is going to be a big improvement over the 17 and is worth waiting for.
2018 orders are expected to start in mid to late June with deliveries around 5-8 weeks later
I think the the big news is...
(features vary by model)
Android Auto and Apple Carplay on all models
New Titanium Gray interior color, plus the black and warm ivory, and java brown on Touring models
Auto locking doors
Steering responsive headlights
LED low and high beam headlights
TPMS (tire pressure) with individual wheel display
Subaru says the car is quieter, rides smoother, and has a more responsive engine and steering but we'll have to wait and see how noticeable the changes are.
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Models
same as 2017
2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring
3.6R Limited, 3.6R Touring models
New look
wider, lower grille openings
Redesigned 18" alloy on Limiteds
New
Upgrades include retuned suspension dampers for a smoother ride, retuned steering and brake systems with improved steering and brake feel.
Redesigned outside mirrors reduce wind noise.
Sound-insulating front side windows make the front seat area quieter,
Thicker rear wheel liner reduce rear seat ambient noise.
Engines
2.5L 4 cylinder DOHC boxer engine has 175-hp and 174 lb-ft peak torque.
The 2.5 CVT uses a quieter short-pitch chain, and adjustments to engine timing under acceleration further reduce powertrain noise.
The 2.5's Active Grille Shutter helps improve fuel economy by reducing wind resistance.
3.6-liter 6-cylinder DOHC Boxer engine has 256 hp and 247 lb-ft peak torque, with 90 percent of peak torque available from 2,000-6,000 rpm.
All models have the Lineartronic CVT
New- Paddle Shifters with 7 speed settings in either auto or manual mode (previously 6 speed settings).
The CVT offers smoother response due to a retuned electronic control unit (ECU).
New
Automatic locking doors
LED low and high beam hedlights
Steering responsive headlights
Redesigned LED turn signals in the outside mirrors.
The redesigned clock is once again made larger and easier to read.
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) now displays individual tire pressure.
Dual front zone ac/heat climate control knobs display the temperature in the knobs
Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert symbol is easier to see on the inside on the mirror housing
Interior power for windows and audio etc continues after the car is turned off until the driver's door is opened.
Interior
Andoid Auto and Apple Carplay on all models
The standard Starlink 6.5” replace the 6.2” system.
The new Starlink 8.0” is optional on Premium and standard on Limited and Touring
The 8" system has an optional TomTom navigation with three years of free map updates.
Two USB power ports are added to the back of the center console for rear seat passengers.
Now using two microphones and technology by Nuance (maker of Dragon Dictation apps) voice recognition is significantly improved in the 2018 Outback.
With Android Auto and Apple Carplay the driver can more easily use Apple Siri or OK Google voice commands, and the system is compatible with multiple languages.
The Premium, Limited, Touring have stitching detail on the dashboard
Limited and Touring models also add stitching detail to the seats and door panel, plus gloss black trim and silver-color bezels for various controls.
A new Titanium Gray interior is now available, in addition to Slate Black and Warm Ivory,
The Touring includes EyeSight, Java Brown perforated leather-trimmed upholstery, door panels and armrests with ivory stitching, heated steering wheel, unique woodgrain patterned interior trim, and piano-black switch panel accents
-The 18 refresh is going to be a big improvement over the 17 and is worth waiting for.
2018 orders are expected to start in mid to late June with deliveries around 5-8 weeks later
I think the the big news is...
(features vary by model)
Android Auto and Apple Carplay on all models
New Titanium Gray interior color, plus the black and warm ivory, and java brown on Touring models
Auto locking doors
Steering responsive headlights
LED low and high beam headlights
TPMS (tire pressure) with individual wheel display
Subaru says the car is quieter, rides smoother, and has a more responsive engine and steering but we'll have to wait and see how noticeable the changes are.
**********************************************
Models
same as 2017
2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring
3.6R Limited, 3.6R Touring models
New look
wider, lower grille openings
Redesigned 18" alloy on Limiteds
New
Upgrades include retuned suspension dampers for a smoother ride, retuned steering and brake systems with improved steering and brake feel.
Redesigned outside mirrors reduce wind noise.
Sound-insulating front side windows make the front seat area quieter,
Thicker rear wheel liner reduce rear seat ambient noise.
Engines
2.5L 4 cylinder DOHC boxer engine has 175-hp and 174 lb-ft peak torque.
The 2.5 CVT uses a quieter short-pitch chain, and adjustments to engine timing under acceleration further reduce powertrain noise.
The 2.5's Active Grille Shutter helps improve fuel economy by reducing wind resistance.
3.6-liter 6-cylinder DOHC Boxer engine has 256 hp and 247 lb-ft peak torque, with 90 percent of peak torque available from 2,000-6,000 rpm.
All models have the Lineartronic CVT
New- Paddle Shifters with 7 speed settings in either auto or manual mode (previously 6 speed settings).
The CVT offers smoother response due to a retuned electronic control unit (ECU).
New
Automatic locking doors
LED low and high beam hedlights
Steering responsive headlights
Redesigned LED turn signals in the outside mirrors.
The redesigned clock is once again made larger and easier to read.
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) now displays individual tire pressure.
Dual front zone ac/heat climate control knobs display the temperature in the knobs
Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert symbol is easier to see on the inside on the mirror housing
Interior power for windows and audio etc continues after the car is turned off until the driver's door is opened.
Interior
Andoid Auto and Apple Carplay on all models
The standard Starlink 6.5” replace the 6.2” system.
The new Starlink 8.0” is optional on Premium and standard on Limited and Touring
The 8" system has an optional TomTom navigation with three years of free map updates.
Two USB power ports are added to the back of the center console for rear seat passengers.
Now using two microphones and technology by Nuance (maker of Dragon Dictation apps) voice recognition is significantly improved in the 2018 Outback.
With Android Auto and Apple Carplay the driver can more easily use Apple Siri or OK Google voice commands, and the system is compatible with multiple languages.
The Premium, Limited, Touring have stitching detail on the dashboard
Limited and Touring models also add stitching detail to the seats and door panel, plus gloss black trim and silver-color bezels for various controls.
A new Titanium Gray interior is now available, in addition to Slate Black and Warm Ivory,
The Touring includes EyeSight, Java Brown perforated leather-trimmed upholstery, door panels and armrests with ivory stitching, heated steering wheel, unique woodgrain patterned interior trim, and piano-black switch panel accents
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PHOTOS FROM THE NY AUTO SHOW, APRIL 2017
 rear view 2018 Outack Limited, wilderness green color, shown at the NY auto show 4/17 |
 2018 Outack Limited, wilderness green color, shown at the NY auto show 4/17 |
 2018 Outack Limited new 18" alloy wheel, wilderness green color, shown at the NY auto show 4/17 |
 2018 Subaru Outback new blind spot detection symbol is easy to see on the inner mirror housing. See white arrow. |
 2018 Subaru Outback Limited center console, wood dash trim, new 8" audio system with android auto and apple carplay, designed dual front zone climate control display |  2018 Subaru Outback tailgate and cargo area |
 2018 Subaru Outback Limited driver's controls, warm ivory interior, wood dash trim |
 2018 Subaru Outback Limited driver's door panel window controls, driver's seat memory buttons. Warm ivory shown |
 2018 Subaru Outback Limited and Touring heated rear seat buttons and USB ports (shown covered) (Limited shown) |
 2018 Subaru Outback Touring steering wheel. This is the same as the 2017 Outback Touring heated steering wheel with gloss black finger tip buttons |