Subaru adds new 2.0 diesel SX variant to Outback range

Subaru has revised the Outback, with the addition of a new, more generously equipped SX trim level and more importantly a Lineartronic CVT automatic gearbox linked to a 2.0-litre diesel Boxer engine. All models feature all-wheel drive for use in poor weather or in off-road environments.

The new SX trim level comes with 17-inch gunmetal alloy wheels, electrically folding door mirrors, roof rails, sunroof, HID headlights, automatic wipers and lights, cruise control, heated sports seats, USB and Bluetooth connectivity and reversing camera. Leather upholstery and sat nav are optional.

The 2.0D engine produces 150PS and 350Nm of torque regardless of the transmission specified. Unfortunately emissions aren’t particularly competitive at 155g/km for the manual or 166g/km for the automatic, which equates to 42.3mpg or 39.5mpg on the combined cycle, respectively.

We’ll be road testing the updated Outback early next week so stay tuned for a verdict.