Where there's room on price
45
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 38 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 6% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2016 Subaru Outback Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$11,887
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$3,500$19,683
- Typical market range
- $8,999–$14,998
- Typical asking price
- $11,887
- Original MSRP range
- $25,295–$30,695
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
3 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
38
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Subaru Outback.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$23,271–$24,283
Estimated dealer invoice — about $25,295 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $8,999 | $25,295 | $23,271–$24,283 |
| Premium | $11,008 | $27,695 | $25,479–$26,587 |
| Limited | $12,348 | $30,695 | $28,239–$29,467 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$7,263$19,847$32,431
Typical askingBase
$8,999
Base: typical asking price $8,999, original MSRP $25,295, estimated dealer cost $23,271 to $24,283.
Premium
$11,008
Premium: typical asking price $11,008, original MSRP $27,695, estimated dealer cost $25,479 to $26,587.
Limited
$12,348
Limited: typical asking price $12,348, original MSRP $30,695, estimated dealer cost $28,239 to $29,467.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Subaru Outback runs about $12,198 in MT to $13,701 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $862 | $110+ | $12,859 |
| TX | $743 | $332 | $12,962 |
| FL | $713 | $1,074+ | $13,674 |
| NY | $475 | $371 | $12,733 |
| PA | $713 | $587 | $13,187 |
| IL | $743 | $683 | $13,313 |
| OH | $684 | $444 | $13,015 |
| GA | $832 | $637 | $13,356 |
| NC | $357 | $793 | $13,037 |
| WA | $773 | $215+ | $12,875 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $12,412 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Subaru Outback.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Outback vehicles. A replacement air bag control module may have been installed that is not compatible with the passenger air bag module, possibly affecting air bag deployment.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUX-09.
Campaign 19V910000 · 19/12/2019
STEERING:COLUMN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com. Subaru's number for this recall is WTD-65. Note: Until the vehicles have been inspected, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles.
Campaign 16V292000 · 11/05/2016
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 and 2016 model year Subaru Legacy 4-Door and Outback vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to July 27, 2015. Transmission oil may leak from a deformed seal cap on the propeller shaft yoke.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propeller shaft, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.
Campaign 15V502000 · 10/08/2015
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016 Legacy vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 16, 2015, and Outback vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 17, 2015. Due to the improper tightening of the securing nuts, the drive shaft may separate from the rear differential.
Remedy: Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fastening nuts, and tighten or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500. Subaru's number for this recall is WQV-57.
Campaign 15V794000 · 24/11/2015
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2016 Subaru Outback?
Used 2016 Subaru Outback listings ask about $11,887 at typical mileage, with most listings between $8,999 and $14,998. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2016 Subaru Outback cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $25,295, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $13,408 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Subaru Outback?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $12,198 in MT to $13,701 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Subaru Outback?
There are about 38 days of national market supply for the 2016 Subaru Outback — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Subaru Outback.
Is the listed price on a 2016 Subaru Outback fair?
Not always. 2016 Subaru Outback listings typically ask about $12,579, roughly 6% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $11,887. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Subaru Outback?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $23,271–$24,283 — its $25,295 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/25/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.