2020 Subaru Outback teased for New York Auto Show, rugged as ever

2020 Subaru Outback teased for New York Auto Show, rugged as ever

5 years ago
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https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2020-subaru-outback-teaser-new-york-auto-show/

While Subaru didn't offer up any details about the new Outback, we can glean a fair bit of information from the Legacy's release. The Legacy kicked the 3.6-liter flat-six engine to the curb in favor of a 2.4-liter turbocharged flat-four that puts out 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque. The continuously variable transmission of yore sticks around, and all-wheel-drive remains standard, because it wouldn't be a new Subaru without it (except for the joint-venture BRZ, natch).

Expect the Legacy's looks to transfer over, too. It's largely the same as before, but the front end and roof have been smoothed over, retaining its inoffensive aesthetic. On the tech front, we hope the Legacy's 11.6-inch Starlink portrait infotainment screen makes an appearance. Subaru's EyeSight safety suite is standard on the Legacy, so I see no reason why it won't be on the Outback, too.