2020–2025 Subaru Outback Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Subaru Outback model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Subaru Outback built from 2020 through 2025 — the BT (6th generation), mid-size wagon/crossover (subaru global platform). 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 2020–2025 Subaru Outback

• 2020Generation launch on the Subaru Global Platform; direct-injected FB25D replaces the port-injected FB25; 3.6R/EZ36 discontinued; EyeSight standard
• 2022Wilderness trim introduced. First Outback to use the turbocharged 2.4L FA24F, plus raised suspension, all-terrain tires, and a full-size spare option
• 2023XT trims (Touring XT, Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT) broaden 2.4T availability beyond Wilderness; minor styling refresh
• 2025Final model year of this generation before the next redesign; largely a carryover year

What transmission fluid does a 2020–2025 Subaru Outback take?

High Torque CVT (Subaru Lineartronic, turbo-rated CVT on FA24F models) with Subaru CVTF-HT. Total system ~10–12 qt; a drain-and-fill typically returns ~5–6 qt.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2020–2025 Subaru Outback use?

Subaru Long Life Coolant (green, pre-mixed). First change at 11 years / 137,500 mi, then every 6 years / 75,000 mi..

What brake fluid does a 2020–2025 Subaru Outback take?

DOT 3 brake fluid.