2015–2019 BS (5th generation)
2015–2019 Subaru Outback Specifications
Fuel tank 18.5 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the 2015–2019 Subaru Outback, by engine and drivetrain.
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Quick answer
The 2015–2019 Subaru Outback holds 18.5 gallons of fuel and is rated 26 city / 33 hwy (2.5i CVT); 20/27 (3.6R).
2015–2019 Subaru Outback key specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gallons |
| Fuel economy | 26 city / 33 hwy (2.5i CVT); 20/27 (3.6R) |
| Curb weight | 3,630 lbs |
| Key fob battery | CR1620 (2015–2016 flip-key remotes); CR2032 on later push-button-start Limited/Touring smart keys. Check which key your trim uses |
2015–2019 Subaru Outback engines
| Engine | Trims | Power | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cylinder (FB25, revised, port-injected) | 2.5i, Premium, Limited, Touring | 175 hp | Regular 87 octane |
| 3.6L H6 (EZ36, now paired to High Torque CVT) | 3.6R Limited, 3.6R Touring | 256 hp | Regular 87 octane (premium not required) |
Which Subaru Outback model years does this cover?
These specs specifications apply to every Subaru Outback built from 2015 through 2019 — the BS (5th generation), mid-size wagon/crossover. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2015–2019 Subaru Outback
- 2015Full redesign: all-new FB25, 3.6R moves to CVT, EyeSight driver-assist available for the first time on Outback
- 2018Facelift: revised front/rear styling, updated Starlink infotainment, standard EyeSight on most trims
- 2019Final year of this generation; last model year covered by the FB-engine oil-consumption settlement window
2015–2019 Subaru Outback specs: common questions
How big is the fuel tank on a 2015–2019 Subaru Outback?
- 18.5 gallons.
What does a 2015–2019 Subaru Outback weigh?
- About 3,630 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo.
What gas mileage does a 2015–2019 Subaru Outback get?
- 26 city / 33 hwy (2.5i CVT); 20/27 (3.6R) on the EPA cycle.
Sources
- sportsubarusouth.com, Subaru Outback oil type by model year
- AMSOIL lookup, 2019 Outback 2.5L FB25 oil spec/capacity
- awdadventure.com, Subaru Outback tire fitment by year (2015–2019)
- Rohnert Park Transmission, Subaru Outback CVT problems guide by model year
- Subaru Battery Settlement, official settlement site (2015–2020 Outback coverage)
- Consumer Reports, 2015 Subaru Outback reliability (CVT complaint)
- classaction.org, Subaru windshield settlement given preliminary approval (Khona/Powell case background)
- Reddit r/subaru, 2019–2020 CVT warranty extension to 10 yr/100k thread