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The Subaru Outback Field and Touring versions come with a 2.5-litre direct injection Boxer engine that makes 138kW and 245Nm.
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Subaru s new Outback SUV boasts a more powerful Boxer engine and uprated interface while also ushering in several firsts for the brand and segment.
For the first time, customers can choose between two trim levels. Pricing starts from R699 000 for the Field and R729 000 for the Touring derivatives, respectively.
Both models come equipped with a 2.5-litre direct injection Boxer engine that makes 138kW and 245Nm, mated to an eight-speed CVT transmission. Power is sent to all four wheels via a Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system.
Adventure Wagon: All-new Subaru Outback goes on sale in South Africa
By Pritesh Ruthun
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JOHANNESBURG â Subaru Southern Africa says the new Outback is the next step in the evolution of the SUV wagon that it developed in 1994. It represents Subaruâs commitment to creating vehicles that prioritise customer safety and peace of mind through engineering excellence, it says.
MOST ADVANCED SUBARU EVER MADE
The all-new Subaru Outback is the most advanced, most capable and safest car in the brandâs history. For the first time in South Africa, Outback is offered in two trim levels, the Field and Touring models giving customers more choice to suit specific lifestyles.
By Motoring Reporter - 17 March 2021 The new sixth-generation Subaru Outback will be available in SA from May 1 2021. Pricing starts at R699,000. Image: Supplied
Subaru SA on Wednesday confirmed its all-new Outback will be available at all local dealerships from May 1.
This rugged adventure wagon is powered by a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated cylinder boxer engine that in the current Forester SUV kicks out 136kW and 239Nm worth of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels exclusively via a CVT gearbox.
From launch two model grades will be made available to customers: entry-level Field and flagship Touring. According to Subaru the Field adopts a “more rugged design” whereas the Touring has “more urban trim accents.” There s a R30,000 price gap between the two.
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