@@shaneandersen1316I think it's you who is the odd man out here. Touch screens are fine, they're just not the place for HVAC controls. Something without a physical knob or dial is just simply more difficult to operate, and essentially requires you to look at a screen, rather than adjusting a knob by muscle memory only.
Have a '17 Touring OB, I still think the gadgets are a bit too distracting. Does the auto stop/start still have to be turned off each time you start the car?
Recommended you to test the heated steering wheel at 4-5 clock location, it’s not heated as hot as other portion, I be been tested 4 cars and include mine 23 wilderness same issue
@@Robert_Cox your review needed to contrast the current model with last year's model which was said to be terrible. This missing detail is sorely lacking thus raising credibility questions. Thanks for reply.
Does anyone know what that is above the backup camera? Some outbacks appear to have a flat surface above the huge center screen while others appear to have an elevated sensor with a red light on the right side. What is that thing?
Yep you can order it on a factory order or have it installed at the dealership. Factory order will be less expensive since you won't have to pay a service technicians labor rate
Do any of the trims of the 2023 Outback, Forester, or Crosstrek come standard with a hitch receiver? Was the hitch receiver on the Outback Touring you showed dealership installed? I understand better speakers aren't available for the Outback Wilderness; how would you describe the Wilderness stereo?
Hitches are not standard on any of them so you would have to order it with a hitch or add it once it arrives. I can't remember how that hitch was added. It's the same process either way, but if you add the hitch to your custom order it will be less expensive because you won't have to pay a dealership service tech to install it. I haven't spent much time in a Wilderness but the regular stereo if fine. If you really like music I would try to get one with the HK
what is the touch screen response when it is -20*F (or colder) for those of us who live in Alaska, upper limits of continental US, or even Canada? LCDs hate cold weather, and even at a balmy 0*F, hate to react quickly. I hope the seat/steering wheel heater controls remain physical buttons, because you will most like have gloves on for the first 15 minutes of you drive in those temperatures....
I live in Minnesota and typically during the cold parts of the winter I use gloves that are touch screen capable when first turning on the car. From my experience the screen has had no problems even when it's below 0
Thank you, sir. You covered several things that other reviewers missed. And, you gert bonus points from me for being Team Android 🙂 I have subscribed. Again, thanks, and God bless.
We live in the dark ages here in Aus. I wonder why they don't include the full digital driver screen for the top model. It has been in Japan for years now and is very modern and functional. We finally got the turbo here in Aus for the 23 model but the touring XT is missing the brown leather, wireless charger, digital mirror, the new facelift, the new eyesight lens and the USB-C at the back row. The brown leather is only available for the non turbo Touring. Updates are very slow here. You guys enjoy it!!!
I had a 2020 outback but got rid of it because the infotainment system was so atrocious. The new 2023 model looks much more responsive than past years.
I just updated my 2020 outback software hoping to see some of the changes like a full screen android auto or the larger AC buttons. Sadly it didn't do either 😕
@@wess7831 Totally agree. The technology is still made in China, so no improvements whatsoever to all the touchscreen nonsense. Bigger buttons here and there, sure, but no improvement to functionality or quality whatsoever. Subaru has officially sold its soul, and the eye-tracking stuff is unwarranted and extremely intrusive.
@kopper I have driven a 2016 for the past six years and will not drive another Subaru because of the horrible quality of all the touchscreen garbage (all produced in China with very cheap componentry/hardware). It is unresponsive with almost no sense of functionality, and frankly makes the driving experience much more dangerous! The stereo quality is so bad I will not even listen to music in it, and I am a music geek, btw. Subaru is a truly loathsome company anymore and it saddens me, because I was cautiously optimistic that they might be improved. But they have sold their soul to China, so the decline in quality and functionality is inevitable.
We have a 21 XT touring. Since we bought it, we would randomly have the screen go black & the radio would stop. The AC would still work, but no way to adjust. It would do this about 2x a month. We recently took it for its 18k service and they did a total wipe & software update. So far it has fixed the issue. Thank god. We do love the vehicle other than that. It’s roomy, fast & gets good mpg. No other problems.
I have a 2020 Limited XT and my centre console has been doing the same thing, freezes, goes blank and reboots. Funny because it was not like that before but is getting worst. Anyway, mine is 3.5 years old and the lease is coming up. Glad to see that they fixed the nit picking things that bugged me (second screen to adjust the heated seats, partially heated steering wheel and cleaning up the left side of the steering wheel). All their little updates just make the car better in my opinion. However I am not sold on the new cladding, I could have lived with the 2020 generation cladding myself.
@@pierrec.5516 I agree. All of the interior improvements make so much sense, but I greatly prefer the front face of the pre-facelifted model - much more classy in my opinion.
Any word of when the 2022 models will be getting that full screen android auto feature? Unfortunately my 22 wrx still uses the half screen which is a big bummer.
Can you do this same video but for the Subaru ascent? Specifically I’m looking for a comparison between the Subaru ascent premium trim (with the auto dimming mirror feature) vs the Subaru Outback wilderness trim, but any Subaru ascent would do for a demo video if you could point out the differences. Thanks so much
I was pleasantly surprised to find that in Canada, we get more trims & options for 2023. Top trim comes with a choice of either black leather or Java brown. We get the Onyx trim as well as OBW trim. We got a new colour option - dark burgundy metallic.
@@elsaandnoah Saw it a few weeks back ordering my new geyser blue OBW at Whitby Subaru. It's a genuinely pretty color, granted it is quite subdued and I find more for an older demographic. Match that with the java leather and it'll be quite a classy package imo that will age well.
Great question! I'm not sure to be honest. I'm guessing they are probably the same. I know for both Acura and Subaru they have different names for trim levels even though they are same feature wise
Thank you so much for this video liked and subscribe! So happy to see the portrait mode Android auto released and hopefully it will be available with the OTA update on the 20-22 outbacks?
@@Robert_Cox ..thanks Robert. I spoke with many dealers, all say that hitches are only dealer installed and no option for a factory install hitch. Is that true then ? thanks so much.
I think your video might have just convinced me to upgrade my 2015 Premium to the 2023. I need to review the models because I thought the Limited was the one with most bells and whistles..... now it's the Touring XT? Great that the infotainment issues are resolved because that was a deal-breaker for me
Not a 2023, but I bought a brand new 2019 Subaru Outback back in 2019. It has ongoing battery problems, fuse problems, fuel impeller problems (very dangerous, could cause car to stall at any time, including at highway speeds), and Subaru doesn't 'work with' owners who live hundreds of miles from a Subaru dealer. Terrible car! Terrible customer service! Worst car I've ever owned in the 68 years of my life!☹
Is it true the ONLY the Outback Touring model has a THIRD camera placed in between the 2 cameras on either side of the front mirror that is specifically designed to detect pedestrians and bicycle riders?
Do the infotainment updates carry over to the 2023 Legacy as well? I have a 2023 Legacy on order and I have been so bummed about the Android auto only taking a small part of the screen so this would be a very exciting update!
Thanks for the video. Considering an Outback 2.5i Onyx Edition in Autumn Green. Currently my truck gets 16 Mpg and would like better gas mileage! Rocking the S22 Ultra I see!
It's because it's brand new and the system has no data to base the mileage off. Subaru says you can get up to 600 miles on a full tank depending on how you drive!
The reliability of touch screens in these cars only lasts a few years. My ten year old iPad touch screen works perfectly. The screen in my four year old Subaru is shot. Classic planned obsolescence.
Hey Ric so to my knowledge you will get the full screen update for Android Auto but it will still need to be plugged in. I'm not sure when that update will occur as Subaru doesn't really tell us when head unit updates are coming out unfortunately
Hi Robert, I have two questions. Do you think that Subaru might offer an upgrade option to the head unit that would allow a 2022 Outback to do wireless Apple CarPlay like the 2023's do? I'm supposing if it is a firmware upgrade only, then it could be downloaded, but if it requires upgraded hardware, then the head unit would need to be removed. Second, if and when a software upgrade becomes available for the 11.6" touch-screen, would notice of that be sent to us by email, or would we see it show us in the MySubaru app. on our phone?
Digital rear view mirror looks like the same one Toyota is using. Which makes sense as they seem to be cooperating more and more due to their ownership stake. I hope the next Crosstrek model year gets it as an option. It really is handy for seeing beyond the headrests in hatchbacks.
I just bought a 2023 Subaru Outback Onyx a month ago. This is my 4th Subaru and my 2nd Outback. I regret buying it. First, I do not like the new style front end. They added the fake brake cooler intakes on the front and made them in black plastic to make them stand out. They also made the fenderwell trim a bulkier black plastic, in an attempt to make it look more rugged and "Jeep like". Although I do not care for it, I figured it would grown on me. My first thought when I sat in the one I purchased was, why no cloth seats? The salesman told me that you could only get cloth in the base model and the only thing offered was "StarTex" (basically a cheap plastic thread woven to make a seat cover) or leather. The salesman said, it is water repellent and you can wipe mud or spills off of it with no problem. Again, I figured I would get accustom to it. After the purchase I found out you cannot use the plug in to utilize the Apply Carplay, your phone can only hook-in via Bluetooth and WiFi. There is a problem with my head unit and I can seldom get the Bluetooth to hook-in with my phone. After 1 1/2 Hours at the dealership, the Encore Delivery guy, and two salesman, they gave up and said they'd have to contact Subaru. Mine has the charging pad for your cell phone and I discovered that the genius who designed it and its' placement must have never tried it. If I put the Outback in Park I can't get my phone out, as it will not slide by the shift lever. I have to place the gearshift back in Drive to remove the cell phone. Subaru tried to go too "techy" on the touchpad/display screen and you have too much to control on the screen and have to go through multiple menus to get to a control. They would have been better off with more actual mechanical buttons. If I could return it and get my money back, I would, as I am that disappointed in Subaru.
Awesome info, thank you! I'm still completely miffed as to why, on the Ascent, Subaru only allows the smart/digital rearview mirror on the Touring mode. The touring model is only 7 seats. Why not make it available on trims with 8 seats....like the ones where you will actually have the mirror view blocked by TWO middle row passengers (2nd and 3rd row)? A company that touts safety, but makes the smart/digital mirror only available on the passenger setup that makes the least sense. We ordered the 8 passenger Ascent because we will have 3 child seats in the 2nd row...blocking our view from the rearview mirror. Would be great to have the digital/smart mirror setup, but nope...Subaru doesn't allow it on that trim. Makes zero sense from a safety, logical or practical perspective. It's purely a move where Subaru tries to make the Touring more attractive. Well I would have ordered the touring if they allow 8 passenger version, which they don't. Just really weird decision on Subaru's part.
Not sure why they decided to make the steering wheel volume adjuatment left/right. It's not intuitive at all. "Hey I like this song. Turn the volume....RIGHT!"
The infotainment screen is no good because Subaru can’t get their update software to work correctly. Our 2018 Outback is our 6th and last Subaru because of this. (And the new facial recognition). It’ll be a Toyota next time.
That Subbie iPad really sucks! 🤬. Swiping to submenu’s while driving. 😡 By far the worst part of the Outback . And terrible fuel economy. The rest is great.
Just ordered mine in same colors, but with a few more small options. Essentially a luxury car at regular car price with Subaru added reliability.
6:13 Such an emotional moment. That camera quality took me back to my days in mid 2000 when I got my first phone with a nice VGA camera.
Haha!
It looks like the camera rearview mirror might do a better job than the actual back up camera display in the center infotainment.
where is the SI-Drive? Did they sunset this feature from Outback?
I like the way you explained in neat and clean and importantly nothing unwanted or exaggerated you explained
Bring back knobs for heat and air!
Gosh, some people really struggle with change.
@@shaneandersen1316I think it's you who is the odd man out here. Touch screens are fine, they're just not the place for HVAC controls. Something without a physical knob or dial is just simply more difficult to operate, and essentially requires you to look at a screen, rather than adjusting a knob by muscle memory only.
Have a '17 Touring OB, I still think the gadgets are a bit too distracting. Does the auto stop/start still have to be turned off each time you start the car?
Yes it does
Nice video! All buttons on touch screen is not for me though.
Recommended you to test the heated steering wheel at 4-5 clock location, it’s not heated as hot as other portion, I be been tested 4 cars and include mine 23 wilderness same issue
How is the resolution of front and rear camera?
Actually really good in my opinion!
@@Robert_Cox your review needed to contrast the current model with last year's model which was said to be terrible. This missing detail is sorely lacking thus raising credibility questions. Thanks for reply.
What company do they use for navigation?
They are powered by TomTom
Do you need the Apple phone to use the GPS on the 2023 Subaru Outback ?
No if the car has built-in Navigation. You need an iPhone for Apple CarPlay or an Android for Android Auto
6:15 is it me or is there the centre axel pass through now that asn't there before?
Is there gong to be an update for 2021 Outback owners to update the touch screen to the new heated seats and fan controls?
I believe so
Does anyone know what that is above the backup camera? Some outbacks appear to have a flat surface above the huge center screen while others appear to have an elevated sensor with a red light on the right side. What is that thing?
That is for the Driver Monitoring System on some Limited and all Touring models
Thanks that was very informative. Waiting for my 2023 OBW from a factory order. Cant wait!!
The designing team at Subaru must love that boomerang styling cue.
Why is the map lighting do limited and dim?
I have a 2015 Impreza and love that the map lights illuminate the entire cockpit including to the floor.
Is trailer hitch a factory option? I don't see it on the Subaru website.
Yep you can order it on a factory order or have it installed at the dealership. Factory order will be less expensive since you won't have to pay a service technicians labor rate
Hopefully they'll apply that screen to the 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy with a software update.
The new updated UI is coming for 2020-2022 but when is the question and I heard that wireless CarPlay/AA is only for the 2023 and newer.
@@timothyy_saechao Guess I'll have to be satisfied with just the larger icons for the climate control. That'll help.
Do you know when they will be releasing the update for the 2021 and 2022 models?
Not sure yet
Do any of the trims of the 2023 Outback, Forester, or Crosstrek come standard with a hitch receiver? Was the hitch receiver on the Outback Touring you showed dealership installed?
I understand better speakers aren't available for the Outback Wilderness; how would you describe the Wilderness stereo?
Hitches are not standard on any of them so you would have to order it with a hitch or add it once it arrives. I can't remember how that hitch was added. It's the same process either way, but if you add the hitch to your custom order it will be less expensive because you won't have to pay a dealership service tech to install it. I haven't spent much time in a Wilderness but the regular stereo if fine. If you really like music I would try to get one with the HK
Needs heads up display and panoramic sunroof
Great video, Robert! Cheers from Louisville, KY!
May I know the reason why we don't have the Touring XT in Canada instead of Premier XT? are they the same are different?
Thanks Alex! I like your videos too!
what is the touch screen response when it is -20*F (or colder) for those of us who live in Alaska, upper limits of continental US, or even Canada? LCDs hate cold weather, and even at a balmy 0*F, hate to react quickly. I hope the seat/steering wheel heater controls remain physical buttons, because you will most like have gloves on for the first 15 minutes of you drive in those temperatures....
I live in Minnesota and typically during the cold parts of the winter I use gloves that are touch screen capable when first turning on the car. From my experience the screen has had no problems even when it's below 0
Excellent presentation. Clear, camera coverage in in syc with speech .
Thanks!
As soon as you clicked the buttons on the steering wheel, I instantly wanted an ASMR video.
Do you know when Subaru will release the infotainment update for the previous years/models?
Not sure yet unfortunately
Subarus infotainment update software doesn’t work so most likely never.
Have they improved the quality of the rear view camera - Is the view on the big monitor clear?
Looks the same as before
4 o’clock is not heated between4-5 the joint portion , tested few 2023 model not heated it’s about 6 degree less than other portion
Thank you, sir. You covered several things that other reviewers missed. And, you gert bonus points from me for being Team Android 🙂 I have subscribed. Again, thanks, and God bless.
Thanks!
Thank you Rob!
What no USB for music? Good video, Cheers.
Excuse my ignorance, but is there any chance the infotainment update will be available for a 2022?
Yes
I have a 2022 outback wilderness. Good updates to touch screen.
Has there been any changes to the outback wilderness? And if so what are they.
Not that I have seen besides the infotainment and updated bumpers
Thank you... is the tow hitch an automatic addition or one that needs to be requested?
The hitch is something you add. It's not standard
@@Robert_Cox Thank you for your quick response, much appreciated. So in this model, it was added, got it.
Thanks for confirm Android Auto takes up the whole screen now in the 2023 model!
We live in the dark ages here in Aus.
I wonder why they don't include the full digital driver screen for the top model. It has been in Japan for years now and is very modern and functional.
We finally got the turbo here in Aus for the 23 model but the touring XT is missing the brown leather, wireless charger, digital mirror, the new facelift, the new eyesight lens and the USB-C at the back row.
The brown leather is only available for the non turbo Touring.
Updates are very slow here. You guys enjoy it!!!
Come to America buy one here and then ship it back to Australia.
Hay brother, that totally sucks, and doesn't make any sense to me. Wish you the best of luck, God bless, and be safe.
@@xlprincess123567 ummm, you do realise us Australians drive on the other side of the road and we have right hand drive😂
@@peznee yes I know.
@@xlprincess123567 …so we kinda can’t buy one in America and ship it back here to Australia, ‘cause of the whole right-hand drive thing.
I had a 2020 outback but got rid of it because the infotainment system was so atrocious. The new 2023 model looks much more responsive than past years.
They finally got a software update out that fixed the crashes and slowness.
I just updated my 2020 outback software hoping to see some of the changes like a full screen android auto or the larger AC buttons. Sadly it didn't do either 😕
Still sucks. Bring back buttons. I gave it a chance. Now looking to get rid of it. It’s dangerous
@@wess7831 Totally agree. The technology is still made in China, so no improvements whatsoever to all the touchscreen nonsense. Bigger buttons here and there, sure, but no improvement to functionality or quality whatsoever. Subaru has officially sold its soul, and the eye-tracking stuff is unwarranted and extremely intrusive.
@kopper I have driven a 2016 for the past six years and will not drive another Subaru because of the horrible quality of all the touchscreen garbage (all produced in China with very cheap componentry/hardware). It is unresponsive with almost no sense of functionality, and frankly makes the driving experience much more dangerous! The stereo quality is so bad I will not even listen to music in it, and I am a music geek, btw. Subaru is a truly loathsome company anymore and it saddens me, because I was cautiously optimistic that they might be improved. But they have sold their soul to China, so the decline in quality and functionality is inevitable.
Comes with CD a player...in a 2023 model🤯
Only the Touring has it as standard
And very welcome! Can only hope Subaru has same plans for its 2023 Australian releases
can you show us the back up camera? Has it improved from 2022?
Someone please show this man the backup camera. He's been commenting on every outback video asking this.
@@vahejb 😂😂 @verals2005 I have been in that situation
no
@@vahejb I agree. This man deserves to see those sweet backup footages.
So 2023 got android auto full screen are we getting an update for 2020 to 2022...?
Great tutorial that clearly explained the upgrades from my 2021 compared to my 2023 Legacy Limited.
Alex will the updated climate control buttons be available to update earlier 2020 Outbacks and how soon?
Yes there sold be an update coming I believe!
They fix the windshields randomly cracking yet?
Guess we will be still waiting on that windows update.
I haven't heard of that personally so I'm not sure!
We have a 21 XT touring. Since we bought it, we would randomly have the screen go black & the radio would stop. The AC would still work, but no way to adjust. It would do this about 2x a month. We recently took it for its 18k service and they did a total wipe & software update. So far it has fixed the issue. Thank god. We do love the vehicle other than that. It’s roomy, fast & gets good mpg. No other problems.
I have a 2020 Limited XT and my centre console has been doing the same thing, freezes, goes blank and reboots. Funny because it was not like that before but is getting worst. Anyway, mine is 3.5 years old and the lease is coming up. Glad to see that they fixed the nit picking things that bugged me (second screen to adjust the heated seats, partially heated steering wheel and cleaning up the left side of the steering wheel). All their little updates just make the car better in my opinion. However I am not sold on the new cladding, I could have lived with the 2020 generation cladding myself.
@@pierrec.5516 I agree. All of the interior improvements make so much sense, but I greatly prefer the front face of the pre-facelifted model - much more classy in my opinion.
Any word of when the 2022 models will be getting that full screen android auto feature? Unfortunately my 22 wrx still uses the half screen which is a big bummer.
Ordered mine last month exact same spec as this one. Should be here in October helps that I work at the indiana subaru plant.
Can you do this same video but for the Subaru ascent? Specifically I’m looking for a comparison between the Subaru ascent premium trim (with the auto dimming mirror feature) vs the Subaru Outback wilderness trim, but any Subaru ascent would do for a demo video if you could point out the differences. Thanks so much
We should be getting 2023 model year Ascent's soon so I'll do that when it gets here!
I was pleasantly surprised to find that in Canada, we get more trims & options for 2023. Top trim comes with a choice of either black leather or Java brown. We get the Onyx trim as well as OBW trim. We got a new colour option - dark burgundy metallic.
Dark Burgundy sound like a great color!
Official colour is dark mahogany pearl. I wonder if I’ll ever get the chance to see it in real life? Haha
@@elsaandnoah Saw it a few weeks back ordering my new geyser blue OBW at Whitby Subaru. It's a genuinely pretty color, granted it is quite subdued and I find more for an older demographic. Match that with the java leather and it'll be quite a classy package imo that will age well.
@@Robert_Cox Can you get this infotainment center on a 2020 legacy?
Hi Robert. Great video. Can you explain the difference with the Gen 4 Eyesight system?
May I know the reason why we don't have the Touring XT in Canada instead of Premier XT? are they the same are different?
Great question! I'm not sure to be honest. I'm guessing they are probably the same. I know for both Acura and Subaru they have different names for trim levels even though they are same feature wise
In the 2020 version, they were the same
Did they replace the interior lights with LED bulbs ?
You can add the interior led map and dome lights as an option
On my 2023 Touring XT, all interior lights are LED. The only exception being the vanity mirror lights.
Thank you so much for this video liked and subscribe! So happy to see the portrait mode Android auto released and hopefully it will be available with the OTA update on the 20-22 outbacks?
I bought a 22 Outback Wilderness, will they be able to upgrade my system to work like that one?
Yes!
@@Robert_Cox That is awesome news! I am going to my dealer on my lunch hour!
Can you explain how Starlink has been integrated into the car, please?
Same as before. Just click the starlink buttons near the rear view mirror
Does the 23’ Wilderness trim have the heated steering wheel?
Very nice! Do most of the updates apply to the Outback Limited?
No paddles for drifting?
Oh don't worry, we still have paddles for "drifting"
Hi Robert .. great review, thanks so much. Question please ….. the hitch you showed on the video, was that factory installed or dealer installed ?
That one was factory installed
@@Robert_Cox ..thanks Robert. I spoke with many dealers, all say that hitches are only dealer installed and no option for a factory install hitch. Is that true then ?
thanks so much.
Nice review! Have the front and rear cameras been upgraded? We have a 21' Onyx XT and the camera quality is pretty bad.
It seems about the same to me
I'm surprised '23 models are already at the dealerships! I'm not complaining! Great review.
Thanks!
Wish they would get rid of all that black plastic cladding. It's a deal breaker for me.
I love my onyx xt, I just wish the c lights were how they used to be on the outgoing models and my android auto wireless is finicky.
I think your video might have just convinced me to upgrade my 2015 Premium to the 2023. I need to review the models because I thought the Limited was the one with most bells and whistles..... now it's the Touring XT? Great that the infotainment issues are resolved because that was a deal-breaker for me
Not a 2023, but I bought a brand new 2019 Subaru Outback back in 2019. It has ongoing battery problems, fuse problems, fuel impeller problems (very dangerous, could cause car to stall at any time, including at highway speeds), and Subaru doesn't 'work with' owners who live hundreds of miles from a Subaru dealer. Terrible car! Terrible customer service! Worst car I've ever owned in the 68 years of my life!☹
Is it true the ONLY the Outback Touring model has a THIRD camera placed in between the 2 cameras on either side of the front mirror that is specifically designed to detect pedestrians and bicycle riders?
Those new wheels are perfection.
Excellent job. Great product knowledge and good, clear video. Mine will come in mid-December!
Thanks!
Great video! Thank you!
How to turn up phone volume?
When you are on a phone call just turn up the volume like normal and it wall adjust it for the phone
@@Robert_Cox but I have to crank it way up. I can have the radio blasting and the phone call comes in so low??
Do the infotainment updates carry over to the 2023 Legacy as well? I have a 2023 Legacy on order and I have been so bummed about the Android auto only taking a small part of the screen so this would be a very exciting update!
I believe there will be an update coming to the current system to make Android Auto in to the full screen version
Excellent vid showing everything in a smooth manner. Looks like a nice vehicle.
Thanks for the video. Considering an Outback 2.5i Onyx Edition in Autumn Green. Currently my truck gets 16 Mpg and would like better gas mileage! Rocking the S22 Ultra I see!
I sold my 18 Silverado and get a 22 Onix Xt white .
220 miles until empty on a full tank?
It's because it's brand new and the system has no data to base the mileage off. Subaru says you can get up to 600 miles on a full tank depending on how you drive!
@@Robert_Cox Good to know and thanks for the clarity :) Threw me off. Good video.
This is the exact version down to colours that we are getting :)
well presented video with good information.
Excellent
Who wants to look at that stupid screen to change fan/temp etc. I liked the old way with just a few large knobs. For me the plus was low tech 😊
The reliability of touch screens in these cars only lasts a few years. My ten year old iPad touch screen works perfectly. The screen in my four year old Subaru is shot. Classic planned obsolescence.
Looks great. Thanks for the comparison
QUESTION! Will those updates in the infotainment system be available for the 2022 outback model?
Yes!
When?
Hey Ric so to my knowledge you will get the full screen update for Android Auto but it will still need to be plugged in. I'm not sure when that update will occur as Subaru doesn't really tell us when head unit updates are coming out unfortunately
Hi Robert, I have two questions. Do you think that Subaru might offer an upgrade option to the head unit that would allow a 2022 Outback to do wireless Apple CarPlay like the 2023's do? I'm supposing if it is a firmware upgrade only, then it could be downloaded, but if it requires upgraded hardware, then the head unit would need to be removed. Second, if and when a software upgrade becomes available for the 11.6" touch-screen, would notice of that be sent to us by email, or would we see it show us in the MySubaru app. on our phone?
Digital rear view mirror looks like the same one Toyota is using. Which makes sense as they seem to be cooperating more and more due to their ownership stake.
I hope the next Crosstrek model year gets it as an option. It really is handy for seeing beyond the headrests in hatchbacks.
Excellent review of the changes … almost 3 weeks and I’m still finding out new and changed features.
Well done, thank you 👍
I just bought a 2023 Subaru Outback Onyx a month ago. This is my 4th Subaru and my 2nd Outback. I regret buying it.
First, I do not like the new style front end. They added the fake brake cooler intakes on the front and made them in black plastic to make them stand out. They also made the fenderwell trim a bulkier black plastic, in an attempt to make it look more rugged and "Jeep like". Although I do not care for it, I figured it would grown on me.
My first thought when I sat in the one I purchased was, why no cloth seats? The salesman told me that you could only get cloth in the base model and the only thing offered was "StarTex" (basically a cheap plastic thread woven to make a seat cover) or leather. The salesman said, it is water repellent and you can wipe mud or spills off of it with no problem. Again, I figured I would get accustom to it.
After the purchase I found out you cannot use the plug in to utilize the Apply Carplay, your phone can only hook-in via Bluetooth and WiFi. There is a problem with my head unit and I can seldom get the Bluetooth to hook-in with my phone. After 1 1/2 Hours at the dealership, the Encore Delivery guy, and two salesman, they gave up and said they'd have to contact Subaru.
Mine has the charging pad for your cell phone and I discovered that the genius who designed it and its' placement must have never tried it. If I put the Outback in Park I can't get my phone out, as it will not slide by the shift lever. I have to place the gearshift back in Drive to remove the cell phone.
Subaru tried to go too "techy" on the touchpad/display screen and you have too much to control on the screen and have to go through multiple menus to get to a control. They would have been better off with more actual mechanical buttons.
If I could return it and get my money back, I would, as I am that disappointed in Subaru.
I'm interested really nice
Awesome info, thank you!
I'm still completely miffed as to why, on the Ascent, Subaru only allows the smart/digital rearview mirror on the Touring mode. The touring model is only 7 seats. Why not make it available on trims with 8 seats....like the ones where you will actually have the mirror view blocked by TWO middle row passengers (2nd and 3rd row)?
A company that touts safety, but makes the smart/digital mirror only available on the passenger setup that makes the least sense.
We ordered the 8 passenger Ascent because we will have 3 child seats in the 2nd row...blocking our view from the rearview mirror. Would be great to have the digital/smart mirror setup, but nope...Subaru doesn't allow it on that trim. Makes zero sense from a safety, logical or practical perspective. It's purely a move where Subaru tries to make the Touring more attractive. Well I would have ordered the touring if they allow 8 passenger version, which they don't.
Just really weird decision on Subaru's part.
I agree. I think the smart rear view mirror should be an accessory you can add because of the very reason you brought up!
Guess it's time to trade in my 22
Not sure why they decided to make the steering wheel volume adjuatment left/right. It's not intuitive at all.
"Hey I like this song. Turn the volume....RIGHT!"
Kinda goofy at first but it's quick to get used to!
I fucking love this car 😭😭
Really not liking all that extra black plastic cladding. They should have left that for the Wilderness model.
Like it- Touring too expensive for me. Presently in VW Tiguan SE lease. ~ Nice Review~
Are the tech changes in an update from Subaru, in the same way Tesla does upgrades so nobody misses out? I sure hope so.
Sometimes, however I don't think wireless carplay/android auto will update
The infotainment screen is no good because Subaru can’t get their update software to work correctly. Our 2018 Outback is our 6th and last Subaru because of this. (And the new facial recognition). It’ll be a Toyota next time.
I'm going to spent another $50K for this Change I have a 2020, and i don't care . I have no issue with my 2020 I'm fine.
They still use potato cameras for the front and rear, worst cameras I ever had in any of the cars I owned.
Better than some I've seen but they for sure could be better!
That Subbie iPad really sucks! 🤬.
Swiping to submenu’s while driving. 😡
By far the worst part of the Outback . And terrible fuel economy. The rest is great.
Nice phone choice
Great presentation!
Hate all of the black plastic trim‼️👎🏻👎🏻
So disappointed that Subaru doesn’t offer gray leather option with more of the top models. NOT a fan of the brown!!!