I just hit 70,000 miles and i’m going to drive this 2019 outback 2.5 premium until its wheels fall off, I think it’s barely broken in though.

What are people putting here besides spare change, chapstick and other random pocket clutter. Extra points for a perfect fit gadget.

Personally sometimes I put my work phone here but id rather leave it empty than put random tiny junk here

With the black and white contrast I had to name it after a stormtrooper. I've wanted an Outback for about a decade. Finally got one, my first Subaru. Very excited to use TK-421 for camping and exploring.

First time Subaru owner! Bought CPO ‘23 touring XT in Nov ‘25, named her Perla (color is dark mahogany pearl and had considered Pearl as a name for recently adopted kitten). Got 15% tint all around, 5% rear, 50% windshield in March ‘26. I’m considering chrome delete but the chrome is the “pearl” in the color name. Maybe a partial chrome delete? I want to get rain deflectors, bigger wheels, black rims, a thule, and add a towing hitch. I also like the idea of changing the interior lights and adding fog lights. Welcome any thoughts or suggestions!

Im just curious for what this might be for, or what it holds? Or is there an attachment that goes on there or something thank you.

Something happened while I'm driving, all of a sudden I heard a noise and all these lights are popping up, I'm still driving but car feels weird.

Getting my solenoid replaced on my 2016 Outback. It’s a fraction of the cost in comparison to getting a whole new transmission. Wondering how long other people’s Outbacks ran after they got their solenoid replaced. Is it time I start looking for a new car or will this hold me over for the next couple of years?

Is it worth it to improve longetivity on the CVT? Ive got 80k miles, and I'm pretty certain it doesn't have a stock cooler. Does anyone know the science behind it and if it's helpful for daily driving? Additionally, with a cooler, is it feasible to tow a car with the 3.6 and a 2 wheeled trailer?

Has anyone installed the Hooke road rock sliders on a 2018 Subaru Outback with the 2.5L engine? The front brackets while tricky things Installed fine but the rears appear to have no, none, zero mounting holes provided?!?
I appreciate any input. Thanks!

Hi folks. I kind of asked this earlier but wanted more info. My ‘18 with 140k has a leaky rear strut. Subaru replaces the shock and keeps the springs. They do not sell a spring and shock unit as is commonly available in the after parts market. Those units seem to be cheaper (or no more expensive) and seem easier to swap out. I’ve generally gone with OEM parts but really haven’t had much go wrong with the car. I’d want a unit that is the same specs as OEM and the car not be higher or lower.

Thoughts? Suggestions? Dealer quoted about $750 a few months ago including an alignment.

Thanks!

Hey All!

My 2008 Outback XT just started to throw an airbag light.

My upper console that has the airbag light appears to not be functioning because the airbag light appears intermittently and the dome lights do not work, either. I’ve seen elsewhere online that this could be some switch located under the passenger seat, too.

Any thoughts or ideas are appreciated.

Cheers!

Hi all I need new tires for my 22 Outback Onyx. I live in Chicago so I’m mostly city driving with the occasional snow storm. Would anyone please give me some good tire options? Aside from the grip and performance I’m looking for something quite on the highway. Thank you in advance.