One of the most loved models in the Subaru lineup is the Outback. This midsize SUV is not just rugged and a wonderful ride. It is also full of little details and features that make it one of the most practical models for Latham drivers. In our part of New York, we get the extremes of weather that make it crucial that we drive a dependable vehicle built to get through the snow. That is why you should head over to Carbone Subaru of Troy, your Latham, NY, Subaru dealer, for your next Subaru Outback. We carry a full lineup of new and used Outback models across all trim lines, so you will have no problem finding an Outback to love.There has been a lot of love around the Subaru Outback since it first appeared as a station wagon variant of the Legacy back in 1995. Since then, Subaru has produced six generations of this SUV, with the current model introduced for the 2020 model year. Even so, each year, Subaru makes a number of incremental improvements to the Outback, giving drivers more for the money with a host of features designed to improve what is already one of the most practical models in its vehicle class.What's New for 2023Subaru has made a number of new items on the 2023 Outback that make it even more loveable than ever. First, the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility on the Subaru STARLINK media center have been made wireless for the larger system. This means that you can leave the annoying charging cables at home as you can use Wi-Fi connectivity to link your smartphone to your Outback. This makes streaming your favorite apps and music easier than ever. It also allows you to make hands-free calls and texts from your smartphone even if you leave the wires at home.From a purely aesthetic point of view, the 2023 Subaru Outback has been given a slightly more rugged and sporty look than last year's model. This is the result of a larger grille offset by a new headlight design. In addition, the front bumper has been lowered slightly, with the fog lamps given a better position. Overall, this should give the Outback a little more curb appeal.Probably the most important change has been an upgrade to the EyeSight Driver Assistance system. First, the cameras mounted behind the windshield have been given a wider field of vision. This allows for the system to process a greater amount of information, improving front-end safety. Second, the automatic emergency brakes have been given an electric booster. This increases brake force, giving the Outback a shorter stopping distance. This should help reduce the probability of a front-end collision. Finally, Subaru has improved the control software for the EyeSight system. This will probably result in an improved processing time for the overall safety features.Some of the higher trim levels on the 2023 Outback also feature an automatic steering system. This will give you slight steering adjustments when you drive on marked roads, keeping your Outback centered in its lane. The top Touring trim even has a wide-angle camera designed to improve the detection of pedestrians and cyclists who may be in the path of your Outback. All of these improvements to the EyeSight system are a big part of the reason why the Outback is consistently ranked as one of the safest models in its vehicle class by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.Maximizing Space While Minimizing InconvenienceThere are two parts to designing the passenger compartment of a vehicle. First, you want to maximize the space so that all of the passengers will be comfortable. This is especially important for drivers who plan on taking road trips in their vehicles. Second, automakers want to make sure that things are put in a convenient place. For example, there is no point in having cup holders if they are almost inaccessible to passengers. Subaru has figured out how to address both of these concerns in the Outback.There is 109 cubic feet of passenger volume in the Outback. This translates into plenty of room for you and four additional passengers. You can see this in the amount of legroom afforded by the Outback in its two rows of seats. Front-row passengers enjoy 42.8 inches of legroom, while those in the back won't be complaining about 39.5 inches of legroom.All of the seats on the Outback feature materials that are comfortable and easy to clean. Base-level trims have cloth upholstery, while the upper trims sport either leather or StarTex water-repellent fabric.As for amenities, Subaru has strategically placed eight cup and bottle holders throughout the cabin. These are located in accessible positions that are easy for your passengers to reach. In addition, there is at least one USB-A input port in the front console on each 2023 Outback model. This is illuminated so you can connect to it without any difficulty, even at night. All of the models except for the Base add an extra USB-C input port in front and a pair of USB-A and USB-C ports in the back so that all of your passengers can charge their devices while you are out on the road in your Outback.Enough Cargo Space So Your Stuff Won't Get Left OutSubaru understands that drivers in places like Latham need trunk space to carry their belongings. Whether you are loading groceries from a shopping run or taking the kids and their book bags to school, you are going to need a trunk that is easy to access and has the space you need. Unlike many other SUVs in its model class, the Outback gives you plenty of room.There is an impressive 32.6 cubic feet of cargo space in the trunk of the Outback. What's more, Subaru has added a number of features in the trunk that make it easier to stow items and move other things. For example, the trunk features cargo area grocery bag hooks and cargo tie-down hooks. The grocery bag hooks will prevent items from dumping out while you are driving home. The tie-down hooks prevent heavier items like tools and home improvement materials from shifting around on curves.There is also a nifty underfloor storage place in the Outback that can be used for storing valuables when you are traveling, and Subaru has equipped the Outback with a cargo-area tray to stow items, which can be removed if you need to expand the space for larger items. The 2023 Outback can also be easily converted to a cargo carrier just by engaging the seatback release levers. These will fold down the 60/40-split bench in the back, so you can expand the storage space to 75.7 cubic feet, more than enough room for your largest loads.Performance That Is Effectively EfficientSubaru gives you a choice of engines on each 2023 Outback. The standard engine is a 2.5-liter Boxer-4 gas engine that comes on the Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, and Touring models. This is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and will give you 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. The Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT models of the Outback feature a more powerful 2.4-liter turbocharged Boxer-4 with a dual overhead camshaft configuration. This also comes with a CVT transmission and can deliver 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque.Every 2023 Outback features Subaru's famous Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. This is a full-time all-wheel drive and was designed specifically for the Outback. This is different from most other SUVs in the Outback's class that were designed as front-wheel drive models and had a part-time all-wheel drivetrain retrofitted to the structure. This will give you the traction you need to handle Latham's extreme weather. The 8.7 inches of ground clearance on the Outback will help you deal with this as well.No matter which Outback model you choose, you are going to get solid fuel economy. With gas prices up around this part of New York, every dollar you can save on gasoline is a personal victory. If you choose an Outback with the 2.5-liter Boxer-4, you should average about 26 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway. If you opt for an Outback with the 2.4-liter turbocharged Boxer-4, the combined fuel economy will drop slightly to 22 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway, a small tradeoff for an engine with improved acceleration.Fall in Love With the 2023 Subaru OutbackThe 2023 Subaru Outback is an SUV to fall in love with, as it will provide you with the safety, comfort, and practicality you seek in a vehicle. It will give you years of excellent performance with all the features you need to get you in and around this part of New York state. Come in today to find love in your Subaru Outback.
