Real price data
What should you pay for a 2016 Subaru Outback?
Original MSRP
$25,295
When new
Fair market price
$12,963
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$12,332
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $11,180 · 75th $16,760 · MSRP $25,295
Spread of current 2016 Subaru Outback listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $11,809 | $27,695 | — |
| Limited | $13,507 | $30,695 | — |
| Base | $14,149 | $25,295 | — |
- Premium
- $11,809
- Limited
- $13,507
- Base
- $14,149
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Subaru Outback runs about $13,274 in MT to $14,848 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $940 | $110+ | $14,013 |
| TX | $810 | $332 | $14,105 |
| FL | $778 | $1,074+ | $14,815 |
| NY | $519 | $371 | $13,853 |
| PA | $778 | $587 | $14,328 |
| IL | $810 | $683 | $14,456 |
| OH | $745 | $444 | $14,152 |
| GA | $907 | $637 | $14,507 |
| NC | $389 | $793 | $14,145 |
| WA | $843 | $215+ | $14,021 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $13,488 |
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2016 Subaru Outback?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $12,963, within a typical market range of $11,180 to $16,760.
Is the 2016 Subaru Outback cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $25,295, so a fair used price is roughly $12,332 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 $13,274 in MT to $14,848 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/20/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.