2006 Subaru Outback
A description, brief background, and listing of specifications of the 2005 Subaru Outback SUV, sedan, and wagon in all its trim levels. Standard and optional features of the 2.5i, the 2.5 XT, the 3.0R L.L. Bean, the 3.0R VDC, and the 3.0R sedan are also discussed.
Probably the most popular model in the Subaru line, the Outback has been the pride of Subaru since it rolled off the assembly line for the first time in 1995. The Subaru Outback is available as an SUV, a wagon, or a sedan.
Engine specifications: 2.5i gets a 168-hp 2.5-liter boxer engine; 2.5 XT gets a 250-hp 2.5-liter turbo engine; 3.0R L.L.Bean, 3.0R VDC, and 3.0R sedan get a 250-hp 3.0-liter boxer engine. The 2.5i and the 2.5 XT also offer optional packages which are shown below.
MSRP ranges from $25,020 on the 2.5i all the way up to $34,220 with all the trimmings
Notable Features:
2.5i:
- Symmetrical all-wheel drive featuring limited-slip rear differential
- Heavy-duty independent raised suspension
- 5-speed manual transmission
- 16 X 6.5 inch 6-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels w. performance all-season tires
- Four-wheel antilock disc brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Front side-impact airbags and full-length side curtain airbags
- Air conditioning
- CD player
- Power driver seat
- Cruise control
- Trip computer
2.5 XT adds:
- Reinforced 5-speed manual transmission
- 17 X 7.0-inch 5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels w. high-performance all-season tires
- Performance-designed front seats
- Momo steering wheel (wood-and-leather)
- Metallic interior trim
- Electroluminescent gauges
3.0 R L.L.Bean adds:
- 5-speed automatic transmission w. SPORTSHIFT manual control
- L.L.Bean-embossed 2-tone leather-trimmed upholstery
- Steering wheel audio control
- 6-disc in-dash CD changer
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror with compass
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone climate control
- Dual-panel power moonroof
- Tire-pressure monitoring system
3.0R VDC adds:
- VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive w. limited-slip rear differential
- Premium audio w. Mp3 player and 6-disc in-dash CD player
Impressive Options
2.5i:
- 6-speaker audio system w. 6-disc in-dash CD player
- Dual-zone digital climate control system w. controls for temperature, 6-speed fan, airflow direction, and CFC-free air conditioning
- Body-colored side mirrors and door handles
- Panoramic tilt/sliding dual-panel moonroof
- Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel w. manually adjustable tilt column
- Leather-wrapped parking brake and shifter handle
- Heated leather seats
- Wiper de-icer
2.5 XT adds:
- 8-way power driver's seat and 4-way power front passenger seat, both featuring manually adjustable lumbar support
- Perforated leather-trimmed upholstery
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