Used 2024 Subaru Outback for SaleNationwide

How much does the 2024 Subaru Outback cost?

Prices have softened 14.46% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 305 listings available, which suggests you have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2024 Subaru Outback a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Subaru Outback earns a 4.5/5 user rating and a 7.83/10 expert rating, which supports its appeal as a practical, distinctive midsize crossover alternative. The Outback’s raised wagon shape, higher ride height, and excellent visibility make it especially appealing if you want everyday usefulness without moving to a larger SUV. The model scores 9/10 across Cost effectiveness and Safety.

The main trade-offs are the underwhelming base engine and the dated infotainment system. Even so, the broad trim range gives you a lot of flexibility, from a more affordable, no-nonsense version to a more upscale setup.

With 34.1% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is still meaningful market availability if you want to shop selectively.

Is the 2024 Subaru Outback reliable?

Owners rate it 4.5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Outback’s reputation is reinforced by its practical design, standard all-wheel drive, and strong safety focus. The turbocharged powertrain is described as a better fit for the vehicle’s weight than the base engine, which suggests the more powerful versions may feel less strained in daily use. Subaru also gives you standard all-wheel drive and a comfortable ride, both of which support confidence over time.

For used buyers, the biggest long-term ownership risk is ending up with a base-engine example if you expect stronger acceleration and easier passing power.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Subaru Outback?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Convenience trim uses cloth seats and the dual-7-inch-screen system, while Touring adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Onyx and Wilderness bring Subaru’s StarTex synthetic leather, Limited trims add standard leather seating surfaces, and Premier XT gets the most chrome, a larger 11.6-inch portrait screen, a CD player, and the most upscale interior materials.
• Powertrain: The base 2.5-litre flat-four makes 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque, while XT trims and the Wilderness use a 2.4-litre turbocharged boxer four-cylinder with 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. The turbo setup also increases towing capacity from 1,225 to 1,587 kilograms.
• Safety package: The EyeSight suite is standard and includes adaptive cruise control with lane-centring, automatic pre-collision braking, and lane-keep assist. Automatic emergency steering starts with Touring, while blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist and rear cross-traffic alert also arrive at Touring. Reverse automatic braking becomes standard starting with Touring as well.
• Infotainment: The Convenience trim keeps the dual-7-inch-screen setup, while other trims get the 11.6-inch portrait-oriented screen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, wireless starting with Touring, and USB-C plus USB-A ports are standard on all trims.
• Fuel efficiency: The base engine is rated at 9.2 L/100 km city, 7.3 highway, and 8.3 combined. The turbo engine is rated at 10.6 city, 8.1 highway, and 9.5 combined, while the Wilderness is rated at 11.0 city, 9.0 highway, and 10.1 combined.

Which 2024 Subaru Outback trim should I buy?

The 2024 Subaru Outback is offered in 7 trim levels: Convenience, Touring, Onyx, Limited, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Premier XT.

Here's the short version:

• Convenience: This is the most affordable way into the Outback, but it also has the most basic cabin presentation, the dual-7-inch-screen setup, cloth seats, and the four-speaker audio system. It makes sense if you want the Outback’s core space, visibility, and standard all-wheel drive without paying for extras.
• Touring: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, reverse automatic braking, blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and the upgraded safety package that starts here. If you want the strongest mix of features and price, this is the trim to target.
• Onyx: This trim adds StarTex synthetic leather and a darker exterior look, plus 18-inch black wheels. It suits you if you want a more distinctive appearance and a more durable-feeling interior than cloth.
• Limited: This trim brings standard leather seating surfaces and the driver-attention monitor, which also appears on Premier XT. It is a good fit if you want a more upscale cabin without stepping into the turbo models.
• Wilderness: This is the choice if you want the turbo engine, 24.1 centimetres of ground clearance, all-terrain tires, and the dual-function X-Mode system with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud modes. It is the most capability-focused version in the lineup.
• Limited XT: This trim combines the more powerful turbo engine with a more upscale feature set, making it a strong option if you want extra performance without going all the way to the top trim.
• Premier XT: This is the most luxurious and feature-rich version, with the 11.6-inch screen, CD player, digital rearview mirror, driver-attention monitor, and the most premium interior presentation. Buy this if you want the most complete Outback experience.

The Touring trim is the one most buyers should compare first, while the Wilderness is the clear pick if you want the turbo engine and the most rugged hardware. Safety equipment improves as you move up, with reverse automatic braking and additional driver-assistance features starting at Touring.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Subaru Outback?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 305 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 14.46% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $34,940 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Subaru Outback's resale value?

The current average of $35,041 CAD sits slightly below last year's $40,965 CAD.

That price movement suggests the market has cooled, which can help you as a buyer today but may pressure future resale if you buy near the top of the range. If you plan to sell later, the current softness means your best protection is to buy well and avoid overpaying now. Trim choice will matter too, since better-equipped versions may be easier to market to the right buyer.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Subaru Outback safe?

The 2024 Subaru Outback earned a Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave it five stars overall.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

The EyeSight suite is standard and includes adaptive cruise control with lane-centring, automatic pre-collision braking, and lane-keep assist. A backup camera and high-beam assist are also standard. Starting with Touring, you also get reverse automatic braking, automatic emergency steering, blind-spot monitoring with lane-change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. Subaru also added a wide-angle camera for 2024 to improve detection of cyclists and pedestrians.

One caveat is that the Outback lost the Top Safety Pick+ designation it had for 2023, even though the evaluation breakdown did not change.

Should I buy a 2024 Subaru Outback or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 14.46% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the wagon-like shape, strong visibility, and broad trim range that make it practical and distinctive.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $31,773 CAD, the 2023 costs less than the current year's $35,041 CAD average.
• It adds fresh styling and new infotainment and safety technologies.

Consider the 2025 if:

• It remains one of the last remaining station wagons, with practical value and standard all-wheel drive.

The bottom line: If you want the best mix of current pricing, safety, and trim choice, the 2024 is the primary pick. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2023 is the better value path. If you want to stay with the Outback formula but are curious about the next step, the 2025 is worth a look for its similar strengths and distinctive wagon character.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.