Subaru Outback 2.5i Touring AWD X-Mode 2022 Motoring Minute Review

Subaru Outback Touring – In our ongoing discussions of the Subaru Outback Touring, this week we explore what makes the Outback so good in all road conditions.

The first thing to note is that unlike many other AWD SUVs, the Outback has all four wheels driving constantly. It Active Torque Split AWD that distributes optimal torque to the front and rear wheels, depending on road surface and driving conditions.

This is evident when often three wheels are slipping yet the fourth wheel will drive the outback out of difficult situations.

Added All-Wheel Drive Ability come from Dual-mode X-MODE which optimises off road performance.

One mode is optimised for snow and dirt, the other for deep snow and mud.

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X-MODE functions are incorporated in the Centre Information Display (CID) monitor where vehicle tilt and other status can be checked.

Snow/dirt mode – Perfect for slippery, snowy roads, black ice, gravel and unpaved surfaces, this mode uses Traction Control.

Deep snow/mud mode – Perfect for surfaces where the tyres can become partially buried, such as deep snow, mud, sludge and dry dirt. Traction control is turned off, while torque control is activated to quickly generate maximum torque and produce a moderate amount of slippage in the driving wheels.

This improves escape performance on road surfaces where tyres can become stuck

On top of this the outback has an impressive ground clearance of up to 213mm which is almost the same as a Toyota HiLux SR5.

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Im Rob Fraser

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• 2021 Subaru Outback TOURING 2021 Video Review
• New Subaru Outback Climbs To Best Seller
• Subaru Outback 6th generation is now available
• Subaru Outback 6th Generation Radio Review
• Subaru Outback gets even more specification in the new model
• 2021 Subaru Outback breaks cover

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*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

*Towing and AWD capability is measured against similar vehicles in the same class.

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