Available Keyless Access with Push Button Start lets you unlock, start and drive your Outback without taking a key from your pocket.

A light sensor turns on the headlamps automatically at dusk, and shuts them off when you remove the key from the ignition.

To help set your optimum driving position, the adjustable steering wheel tilts up-down and telescopes in-out.

Standard satellite switches on the steering wheel place audio controls conveniently at the driver’s fingertips. An available Bluetooth® (*5) hands-free system automatically links with your registered mobile phone.

Standard electronic cruise control allows the driver to maintain a preset speed on the open road. Located on the steering wheel, the controls are finished in a modern dark-metallic sheen.

Stay fully aware for confident and efficient driving. Located conveniently in the instrument panel, it shows you time, temperature, self-check maintenance alerts, and safety information such as Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) monitoring. Also, it features an advanced environmental performance and efficiency display that keeps you apprised, and allows you to totally track your fuel efficiency—even allowing you to compare the efficiency of different trips.

Outback’s navigation system provides faster and more efficient guidance along with greater multimedia functionality. The 7-inch VGA touchscreen features a dual screen mode to simultaneously control audio and navigation. The system also supports the viewing of videos and photos through USB storage and SD cards. And its advanced voice recognition lets you speak naturally to give commands, whether in English, Dutch, French, German, Russian, or Spanish.

A vivid 4.3-inch colour display and refined controls highlight an audio system that integrates CD/WMA (*8) /MP3 playback, AUX and USB inputs, iPod® (*9) control, Bluetooth® (*5) hands-free functionality, SRS CS Auto (*3) sound, and voice tag recognition.

A Rear Vision Camera System is standard on all models. When the driver shifts into reverse, the camera displays a live colour image on Outback’s in-dash display, along with guidelines to assist in parking manoeuvres.

All models feature dual-zone automatic climate control with a digital display and one-touch defrost mode for the windshield.

A dash-top digital readout displays outside temperature, current or average fuel consumption, distance to empty and time of day.

Lighted and covered vanity mirrors are provided for both the driver and front passenger.

Among Outback’s many storage areas is this ceiling-mounted console with room to keep small items within easy reach.

10-way power driver’s seat includes power-adjustable lumbar support. On models with leather interior, 2-seat position memory function and a key linked memory function is included.

Push button parking brake is easier to operate and takes up less space than a pedal or lever, and right in reach with its convenience center console location.

Available heated front seats offer two settings, for rapid heating or soothing warmth.

Plug your iPod® (*9) or other mobile music device into the standard AUX and USB input jack, and your digital music plays through Outback’s audio system.

Outback models with leather interior include adjustable rear-cabin air vents in the console between the front seats.