Real price data
What should you pay for a 2026 Subaru Outback?
Original MSRP
$34,995
When new
Fair market price
$39,464
Mileage-adjusted
Where prices land
25th $35,396 · 75th $43,967 · MSRP $34,995
Spread of current 2026 Subaru Outback listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $34,688 | $34,995 | — |
| Limited | $40,720 | $41,715 | — |
| Touring | $43,735 | $47,995 | — |
| Wilderness | $45,291 | $44,995 | — |
- Premium
- $34,688
- Limited
- $40,720
- Touring
- $43,735
- Wilderness
- $45,291
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2026 Subaru Outback runs about $39,775 in MT to $43,106 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 | $2,861 | $110+ | $42,435 |
| TX | $2,467 | $332 | $42,263 |
| FL | $2,368 | $1,074+ | $42,906 |
| NY | $1,579 | $371 | $41,414 |
| PA | $2,368 | $587 | $42,419 |
| IL | $2,467 | $683 | $42,614 |
| OH | $2,269 | $444 | $42,177 |
| GA | $2,762 | $637 | $42,863 |
| NC | $1,184 | $793 | $41,441 |
| WA | $2,565 | $215+ | $42,244 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $39,989 |
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
What the experts say
8.5/ 10
Based on 3 expert reviews from 3 sources
Based on analysis of 3 professional reviews, the 2026 Subaru Outback earns an expert score of 85. Reviewers consistently praise its Spacious rear seat and cargo area, decent off-road capability, friendly dashboard controls. However, some note concerns about Base engine provides unhurried acceleration and handling is not engaging. This consensus represents the collective professional opinion from leading automotive publications.
Strengths
- Spacious rear seat and cargo area
- decent off-road capability
- friendly dashboard controls
- Boxier shape offers more headroom and cargo space
- Responsive, easy-to-use touchscreen
Watch-outs
- Base engine provides unhurried acceleration
- handling is not engaging
- no longer looks like a wagon
- No more lifted-wagon aesthetic
- Standard engine lacks oomph
What reviewers highlight — aggregated from professional automotive publications.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2026 Subaru Outback?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $39,464, within a typical market range of $35,396 to $43,967.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2026 Subaru Outback?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $39,775 in MT to $43,106 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is the 2026 Subaru Outback a good car?
Based on analysis of 3 professional reviews, the 2026 Subaru Outback earns an expert score of 85. Reviewers consistently praise its Spacious rear seat and cargo area, decent off-road capability, friendly dashboard controls. However, some note concerns about Base engine provides unhurried acceleratio
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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.