Where there's room on price
35
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 52 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 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
$21,959
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$12,249$29,247
- Typical market range
- $19,041–$23,618
- Typical asking price
- $21,959
- Original MSRP range
- $26,795–$39,945
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
5 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
52
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Subaru Outback.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$24,651–$25,723
Estimated dealer invoice — about $26,795 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $20,366 | $29,045 | $26,721–$27,883 |
| Base | $20,850 | $26,795 | $24,651–$25,723 |
| Limited | $22,322 | $33,595 | $30,907–$32,251 |
| Touring | $23,338 | $39,945 | $36,749–$38,347 |
| Onyx Edition | $23,411 | $35,145 | $32,333–$33,739 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$18,800$30,156$41,511
Typical askingPremium
$20,366
Premium: typical asking price $20,366, original MSRP $29,045, estimated dealer cost $26,721 to $27,883.
Base
$20,850
Base: typical asking price $20,850, original MSRP $26,795, estimated dealer cost $24,651 to $25,723.
Limited
$22,322
Limited: typical asking price $22,322, original MSRP $33,595, estimated dealer cost $30,907 to $32,251.
Touring
$23,338
Touring: typical asking price $23,338, original MSRP $39,945, estimated dealer cost $36,749 to $38,347.
Onyx Edition
$23,411
Onyx Edition: typical asking price $23,411, original MSRP $35,145, estimated dealer cost $32,333 to $33,739.
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 2021 Subaru Outback runs about $22,270 in MT to $24,441 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 | $1,592 | $110+ | $23,661 |
| TX | $1,372 | $332 | $23,663 |
| FL | $1,318 | $1,074+ | $24,351 |
| NY | $878 | $371 | $23,208 |
| PA | $1,318 | $587 | $23,864 |
| IL | $1,372 | $683 | $24,014 |
| OH | $1,263 | $444 | $23,666 |
| GA | $1,537 | $637 | $24,133 |
| NC | $659 | $793 | $23,411 |
| WA | $1,427 | $215+ | $23,601 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $22,484 |
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 2021 Subaru Outback.
POWER TRAIN:SHIFT LINKAGE/CABLE/ROD
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2021 Outback and Impreza vehicles. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) select lever cable nut may not have been tightened properly, allowing the nut to loosen.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, if necessary, tighten the nut, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-21.
Campaign 21V024000 · 26/01/2021
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRK-22. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-955.
Campaign 22V485000 · 08/07/2022
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
Campaign 23V755000 · 09/11/2023
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.
Campaign 24V227000 · 22/03/2024
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2021 Subaru Outback?
Used 2021 Subaru Outback listings ask about $21,959 at typical mileage, with most listings between $19,041 and $23,618. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2021 Subaru Outback cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $26,795, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $4,836 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Subaru Outback?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $22,270 in MT to $24,441 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Subaru Outback?
There are about 52 days of national market supply for the 2021 Subaru Outback — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Subaru Outback.
Is the listed price on a 2021 Subaru Outback fair?
Usually, yes. 2021 Subaru Outback listings typically ask about $21,097, roughly 4% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $21,959. 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 2021 Subaru Outback?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $24,651–$25,723 — its $26,795 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.