This comes in an exclusive Geyser Blue colour and is based on the Touring model.

The Sport adds visual enhancement such as

• Green accents,
• black rear badges,
• dark metallic finish alloy wheels, and a
• Crystal Black rear spoiler and garnish

Its for buyers that want to spice their Outback up a touch.

Of course, the Touring XT model comes with the more powerful turbo 2.4L – 4-cylinder boxer engine that produces 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. This drives all four wheels through the brilliant Active Torque Split symmetrical AWD and an 8 step CVT.

If you are into towing the Outback XT has a capacity of 2400kg which is class leading and enough for a decent camper trailer, small boat, or jet skis.

Priced from about $57,500 plus the usual costs it’s also outstanding value.

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We also took the Sport to the farm and drove around there for a few days.

It was cold out there, around 2 degrees, so the toasty seat warmers were appreciated. The full-time symmetrical AWD and X Mode ensured that the XT Sport handled the dirt roads, icy tar roads and around farm driving with ease.

On a particularly long stretch, I was in the car driving for seven hours and the cabin ergonomics and comfortable seats meant that I was relaxed and not tired when I arrived.

The more powerful engine in the XT responds beautifully to all situations. Economy was around 8.8L/100k for the time we had the vehicle.

The Outback XT Sport may miss out on a few cosmetic features of the Touring Model like sunroof and memory front seats but is well equipped and priced from $52,190 plus the usual costs its outstanding value.

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Some quick thoughts about the Outback Sport XT 

• Sport XT sits below the Touring model and misses a few cosmetic, bling and convenience features.
• However, they aren’t really missed as it has all the safety and drive features you want.
• More power and torque are always a good thing
• Revised suspension means improved handling without compromising ride.
• It’s needed for greater towing performance.
• 2400kg is about best in class for towing.
• Over 1700km in the two weeks I had the Sport XT, and it was particularly comfortable, and relaxing to drive.
• Long distances were a breeze.
• The Autumn Green Metallic, or Olive as I call it, gathered quite a few comments from people. They seemed to really like it.

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The Outback crosses a few categories. full on AWD SUV, family wagon or city runabout.

Buyers could look to  Nissan Pathfinder, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-8, Skoda Kodiaq RS, Kia Sorento, 

As an alternative there is the Audi A4 All Road, Landrover Discovery Sport, Skoda Superb Scout AWD

Subaru Outback Sport XT Final thoughts’

Since the Outback XT introduction, it’s been a huge success. I’m a little confused how Subaru can offer such stunning value for money in  their models.

I am a fan of the Subaru Outback. The Outback XT is better.

The Outback Sport XT may miss out on a few cosmetic and bling features that the Touring model has. But it doesn’t really miss them.

It, however, is excellent value for money and perhaps the smarter buy.

The more powerful engine overcomes the shortfalls in the original Outback model. Its adequate but the XT is substantially better again.

You can buy a Subaru Outback XT and a decent all terrain camper trailer or hybrid van for about the same as a full 4WD in many instances.

For most people this will completely satisfy their adventurous spirit.

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These figures aren’t much different from the old V6 engine, but with greatly improved economy.

The revised suspension settings also make the XT more responsive to driver inputs, with better ride and handling. It also allows easier towing.

The XT Outback will tow up to 2400kgs with ease. We took a smaller Pod All Roada camper trailer. Hardly a heavyweight, but the Outback towed it with absolute ease.

The Pod All Roada is essentially a luggage storage trailer with the ability to add a roof top tent.

We have towed these Pods through forest trails, in the deep outback, the iconic outback tracks like Birdsville track, Strzelecki track, on the beach and Simpson desert.

The XT Outback is what the Outback should be. Its more powerful, more responsive, has more towing capability and rides and handles better than the standard Outback, which is good in its own right.

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Some quick thoughts about the Outback XT

• More power and torque is always a good thing
• Revised suspension means improved handling without compromising ride
• Its needed for greater towing performance.
• 2400kg is about best in class for towing.
• We towed a light weight Pod trailer, but we are lining up for a heavier camper trailer later in the year.
• The POD All Roada trailer we used was supplied by Camperact . They know what they are doing and have a number of brands they can supply to buyers. 
• The POD All Roada trailer we towed is a good base camper trailer that will go anywhere the car will go with ease. We have taken one through forest trails, on the beach, outback travels and many famous tracks like the Birdsville Track, Strzelecki Track, Cordillo Downs, Ooodnadata Track and more.

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The Outback crosses a few categories. full on AWD SUV, family wagon or city runabout.

Buyers could look to  Nissan Pathfinder, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-8, Skoda Kodiaq RS, Kia Sorento, 

As an alternative there is the Audi A4 All Road, Landrover Discovery Sport, Skoda Superb Scout AWD

Subaru Outback XT Final thoughts’

I am a fan of the Subaru Outback. The Outback XT is better.

In some ways the more powerful engine overcomes the shortfalls in the original Outback model. Its adequate but the XT is substantially better again.

You can buy a Subaru Outback XT and a decent all terrain camper trailer or hybrid van for about the same as a full 4WD in many instances.

For most people this will completely satisfy their adventurous spirit.

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With a 2.4L turbocharged boxer engine the XT has outputs of 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The key here is delivery. The maximum torque comes in around 2,000rpm which helps for towing as well as relaxed cruising.

Driving the XT through the picturesque Megalong Valley and the Blue Mountains, you can really notice the improved performance. Ride and handling have always been an Outback feature but there is a new level of responsiveness that is appreciated.

Towing is rated at 2400kg which is amongst the best in class. This enhances the XT adventurous appeal with the ability to easily tow smaller camper trailers, hybrid vans and jet skis.

The Subaru Outback is the thinking persons SUV. It has class leading AWD capability, 213mm ground clearance, permanent symmetrical AWD and advanced X-Mode assistance. Add to that class leading Eye Sight safety features and its easy to see why they are so popular.

Pricing is excellent with the top model coming under $56,000 plus the usual costs.

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Quick Subaru Outback XT Thoughts

Driving impressions

• You can definitely tell the difference between the turbo and non turbo versions.
• The XT has more punch, torque is felt lower in the rpm range and that makes for more responsive and enthusiastic driving.
• We didn’t have the chance to tow on the days drive unfortunately but from past experience this will be an excellent towing vehicle
• Likewise the revised suspension tune allows for firmer handling yet remains compliant for excellent ride.
• It also allows the higher tow rating of 2400kg, which is impressive in the SUV class
• Off road the 213mm ground clearance and advanced X-Mode allows the Outback to put almost every other AWD SUV costing many thousands of dollars more to shame.
• Even some 4WDs as well.
• The closest to the Outback is the Land Rover Discovery Sport, and we know just how good that is.
• Combination of Symmetrical AWD and advanced X-Mode is awesome
• 213mm ground clearance is good, VERY GOOD. Note that the Toyota HiLux SR5 and Fortuner has 216mm, Land Rover Discovery Sport 212mm, Nissan Pathfinder 179mm, Hyundai Santa Fe 176mm, Jeep Grand Cherokee 216mm.
• The real limitations are approach and departure angles that require some focused attention.
• We took the Outback XT on some trails that other manufacturers of 4WDs would take their dual range vehicles on and caution us to take care.
• Well done Subaru – big tick

Subaru Outback XT Final Thoughts

I’ve always been a fan of the sophistication, capability and luxury of the Outback. The XT is simply better.

This is an ideal vehicle for snow trips, towing light recreational vehicles and small boats, jet skis etc.

It also should be on the shopping list for empty nesters or Gray Nomads that want to tow and travel Australia, but really don’t want the big 4WD and all the associated issues.

The XT lets them still explore deep into the outback (pun intended) but drive an SUV wagon comfortably.

The problem with the Outback is that it’s so capable that owners forget it’s an AWD SUV not a 4WD.

Being greedy, I am very appreciative of the extra output from the turbo version, but please Subaru, when can we have a 225kW/400Nm version.

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The Subaru Outback XT sits in a bit of an unusual segment. Its a wagon styles SUV, that is reasonably large, with five seats and yet extremely capable for the adventurous buyers.

You could also look at the Land Rover Discovery Sport, Audi A4 Allroad, Nissan Pathfinder, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-8, Skoda Kodiaq RS, Kia Sorento, 

*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

*Towing and AWD capability is measured against similar vehicles in the same class.

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