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The fifth generation Subaru Outback has undergone its second facelift since its 2014 release, with subtle exterior and interior revisions, added ride refinement and upgraded safety and multimedia tech.
Aesthetic tweaks are mostly confined to the front, which have been redesigned to provide more protection from mud and stones with thicker cladding along the bottom, resulting in a bolder look that’s further emphasised by blackened grille and bash plate, and revised bumper and headlight designs.
The 2018 Outback gets the latest STARLINK Multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and improved voice activation compatible with multiple languages. The system also comes with a range of apps including eBird, which advises of local bird sightings and locations to really reinforce the Outback-driver stereotype.
Subaru says handling has also been enhanced with the chassis, suspension, steering and braking all tweaked for a smoother and more responsive ride.
Safety enhancements include Lane Keeping Assist now activing at 60km/h, predictive steering guidelines on the reversing camera display, steering responsive headlights and reverse automatic braking (RAB) which can objects in the vehicle’s path while reversing and convey audible warnings to the driver, showing distance and position of the object in the centre display screen.
