Clear Sightlines

Good visibility is the first step in active safety. The Outback’s elevated seating position, large windows and steeply raked windshield create an expansive outward view. Slim A-pillars and door-mounted side mirrors reduce blind spots, while generous ground clearance improves the driver’s vantage point in traffic and on trails alike. Even before advanced cameras come into play, the Outback helps the driver see—and anticipate—more.

EyeSight^® Driver Assist Technology

Standard on every Outback, the latest generation of EyeSight^®Opens link in new window. uses cameras with a wider field of vision and new processing capability to identify potential hazards sooner and react faster. The wide-angle mono camera expands the system’s coverage at intersections and side approaches. EyeSight® now includes Pre-Collision Braking, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Adaptive Cruise Control with Vehicle Hold, Lane Centring Assist, Lane Keep Assist and Sway Warning, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Emergency Stop Assist and Lead Vehicle Start Alert. Also included are Acceleration Override Assist and Automatic Emergency Steering, which helps avoid collisions by combining steering input and braking when obstacles appear suddenly. The system now provides haptic vibration feedback through the steering wheel to warn the driver when the vehicle is about to depart from its lane. Front Pre-Collision Braking (front radar) is a feature only available to the Premier XT. Together, these systems support the driver with quiet precision, enhancing confidence without reducing control.

DriverFocus® Driver Monitoring System (DMS)

Available on all trim levels, the DriverFocus® system acts like an attentive co-pilot. Using a camera angled toward the driver and facial-recognition technology, it monitors for signs of fatigue or distraction. If the driver’s focus drifts, visual and audible alerts prompt quick correction. It’s another example of how Subaru combines intuitive technology with real human understanding.

High Beam Assist

Standard across the lineup, LED Steering Responsive Headlight (SRH) with High Beam Assist automatically adjusts low- and high-beams according to traffic conditions ahead. The system detects oncoming vehicles or those ahead and automatically dims the headlights. Once the road is clear, it restores full illumination. This intelligent lighting ensures optimal visibility at night without the need for constant adjustment.

Reverse Automatic Braking

Also standard across the board, Reverse Automatic Braking helps prevent low-speed collisions while backing up. Ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumper detect obstacles that may be out of sight. When a collision risk is detected, the system alerts the driver with audible warnings and automatically applies the brakes if necessary. The vehicle’s proximity to the object is also displayed on the infotainment screen, giving the driver both visual and audible cues to act.

Subaru Rear/Side Vehicle Detection (SRVD)

SRVD combines three systems—Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert—to extend the driver’s awareness. Blind Spot Detection alerts when vehicles enter blind zones, while Lane Change Assist warns of fast-approaching traffic from adjacent lanes. Rear Cross Traffic Alert helps when reversing from driveways or parking spots by detecting vehicles approaching from either side. Bright LED indicators built into the side mirrors provide immediate, intuitive warnings, helping prevent surprises in busy traffic.

Steering Responsive Headlights

Standard LED headlights on all trims pivot toward the direction of travel when cornering. This system improves night-time visibility by projecting light where the driver is steering, revealing pedestrians, obstacles and curves earlier. Bright, white LED illumination enhances overall visibility, making night drives more comfortable and secure.

Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with Active Torque Vectoring

VDC^† continuously monitors steering, throttle and braking inputs to assess the vehicle’s stability. When it detects a potential loss of traction, it adjusts engine output, brake pressure and torque distribution to help maintain the intended path. Active Torque Vectoring complements the system by lightly braking the inside front wheel and directing more power to the outside wheel during turns. Together, these technologies create more precise cornering and improved control on wet, icy or uneven roads.

^† VDC is also known as electronic stability control.

Advanced Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame

Subaru’s signature frame design connects the roof, side pillars and floor into a unified cage. High-tensile steel and reinforced joints absorb and dissipate impact forces more effectively than conventional structures. This frame design significantly improves both side- and front-impact performance while maintaining the Outback’s low weight and excellent handling balance.

Injury-Reducing Seats and Seatbelt Systems

Every seat and belt in the Outback has been engineered with real-world protection in mind. Front seats use robust frames, energy-absorbing mounts and active headrests to minimize whiplash. Height-adjustable, three-point adaptive seatbelts with double pretensioners and locking tongues hold passengers securely in place, while load limiters moderate chest pressure in severe impacts. Rear Seatbelt Reminders trigger a light and a warning chime to ensure every passenger is safely fastened, and ISO-FIX/LATCH anchors simplify installation of compatible child safety seats through easily accessible lower anchor bars.