10 Things You Didn't Know about the 2020-2024 Subaru Outback (6th-Generation)

Here's a brief video showing 10 little-known facts and features of the 2020-2022 Subaru Outback, including an extra bonus feature at the end of the video. Most of these features will be applicable to the upcoming refreshed 2023 Subaru Outback that is due to be released this summer. Please place any questions or comments related to the video in the section below. I hope you enjoy the video!

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[gabrielbrassardlalonde]

you can store the cargo shade underneath the floor panel in a slot made for it

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I don’t have all auto for all windows
What is the number for that master switch
Or did you know website selling this
Thank you

[jerryrobison]

I seriously thought my drivers window was binding up rolling up and down. Now I know it's a feature, and not a bug. Thanks for the video!

[Intrepida]

I have a Premium trim Outback so I don't have the driver monitoring system and from everything I've heard about it, I'm glad I don't. I have not heard about the hand signals to adjust the HVAC temps up or down. That sounds interesting, but you can also do that with the voice commands and you're not limited to the arbitrary 4 degrees up or down they programmed in. I am glad to know that the auto windows slowing down at full up and full down were deliberately programmed to do that. I always thought the tracks were just a little tight at the extremes. It wasn't that bad so I never complained about it. Now I'm glad I didn't. I also found your description of how the windows are supported in the door interesting. I have always been very impressed with how solid the doors sound when being opened and closed. My Outback is probably the best car I've owned with regards to that. It really speaks to the build quality of the Outback.

[jackfis]

should add the tow hook on the front and rear bumpers (litle square plastic cover). The long metal screw type hook can be seen under the trunk floor in the video. Stuck in a ditch or in the snow? Pop the cover off and screw the hook, attach tow strap to be pulled out. A few (not all) manufacturers have this feature and I am aware that most people do not know about this handy tow trick.

[TechGently]

Also when you get a 2023 (or maybe the 2020-22 as well). The basic Premium on up Stereo system w 6 speakers has Bass enhancer and other options to configure that will make it sound a heck of a lot better than they did in the Forester. So don't forget to adjust them, when coming out of the mfr, the stereo needs to be fiddled as well as adjusting the bass, midrange and treble. I suspect that Subaru kept the Harmon stereo system in there and just give 6 speakers instead of 12, but I might be wrong. Either way it's a much better stereo than I've ever had before.

[SMenon]

Thank you for a informative video. It was very useful to me as I am not familiar at with these features.

[Mike-vdqt]

Bonus #12: "Driver Monitoring System" (DMS) in the manual. The DMS system will often beep randomly when you pass trucks, go under bridges, drive through shade from trees, or driving around corners. The only fix is placing a piece of tape over the camera that points at the driver. Then it will only beep once after approximately one mile, and state DMS not functioning.
#13: The incoming phone volume set at highest setting 38, does not work. Incoming phone volume not adjustable because it is not tied to the radio volume knob. Subaru dealer has an update for the computer to fix this problem.

[billnu]

My wife and I both love our 2021 Outback. The traction control actually helps you maneuver in snowy conditions instead of fighting you. Give it some snow tires and you can sort of scoff at winter conditions. Sort of.

[HyRax_Aus]

It's weird looking at USDM Outback steering wheels and not see the SI-Drive buttons.

[copperfish]

We bought a Onyx 2022, 7 month wait, never owned a Subaru, before, very impressed, great speed with the turbo, good car.

[gevorgnazaryan]

And don’t forget the leaving the keys in the car and still being able to lock and unlock the car

[sasmit]

Thank you for the Great Video.We have a 2022 Outback touring and love it.

[williamerskine]

I love the 11th feature! Or rather I WILL love the 11th feature (2023 Outback on order). I frequently find myself taking a phone call while having lunch in the car.. On my 2016 Outback, restarting the engine disrupts the hand-free operation.

[achyugonu]

Do u know how to permanently turn on the AVH. It keeps resetting when i turn of the engine and turn it back on

[inselligence]

I just got my OUtback Touring package this afternoon Tuesday 2nd of Sept. I want to know your back ground, it is so professional, warm and shows concern to who ever maybe watching. Do you work for them. What ever keep doing and know people like me appreciate it. I will listen to more tomorrow- almost 12 am you got me to say up -smile

[davidmcintosh]

How do I change the size of the tailgate door opening. On a 2021 Forester

[SM-McKraken]

#6.5 then, should be, that one doesn't want to drive around with that privacy shield in that secondary (upper) position, as it does noticeably reduce visibility out the rear window via the rearview mirror. That feature is purely about imceasing loading/unloading ease.

[marilynkoren]

Is it possible to "pop" the tailgate in a 2022 Crosstrek using the fob?

[kippywylie]

WHAT!? Just received my 2024 Outback Limited and this is the first I've heard of the open palm climate control thing. I'll try this today