Subaru Outback specs: horsepower, fuel consumption & ground clearance
The Subaru Outback in Kenya: 1 version from 2015–2019, 173 hp, 12.5 km/L, 213 mm ground clearance. Read the Subaru Outback buyer’s guide for prices and what to check.
All versions at a glance
| Version | Power | Torque | Clearance | Economy | Fuel / month* | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Subaru Outback 2.5 (BS9) 2.5L FB25 Boxer-4 · CVT · AWD · 2015–2019 | 173 hp | 235 Nm | 213 mm | 12.5 km/L | KES 27,200 | KES 3M–4.2M |
*1,500 km a month at KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) (diesel: KES 227.76/L). Typical factory figures — individual cars vary.
Subaru Outback 2.5L Boxer-4 (2015–2019)
2015–2019 · typical price KES 3M–4.2M · source: GariSpec model library
- Power
- 173 hp
- Torque
- 235 Nm
- Engine
- 2.5L Boxer-4 (2.5L FB25 Boxer-4)
- Engine size
- 2,498 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Ground clearance
- 213 mm
- Fuel economy
- 12.5 km/L
- Fuel tank
- 60 litres
- Seats
- 5
- 0–100 km/h
- 9.6 s
- Top speed
- 198 km/h
Kenya Fit
- Murram-ready213 mm of ground clearance handles murram, potholes and tall estate bumps.
- Parts easy to findSubaru spares are easy to find in Nairobi and major towns, and most mechanics know them.
What it means in plain English
Power — 173 hp, “Confident”. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.
Torque — 235 Nm, “Moderate”. Pulls a family car well. You will hear the engine work up the Kikuyu–Limuru escarpment.
Ground clearance — 213 mm, “SUV”. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
Fuel economy — 12.5 km/L, “Average”. Typical for an SUV or larger saloon. At KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026), 1,000 km costs about KES 18,200, 1,500 km about KES 27,200 and 2,500 km about KES 45,400.
Engine — 4 cylinders, “Kenya’s workhorse”. Smooth enough, economical, and strong when turbocharged — especially as a diesel. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Subaru Outback have?
Depending on the version, the Subaru Outback makes 173 hp — 2.5L Boxer-4 (2015–2019): 173 hp and 235 Nm. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.
What is the fuel consumption of the Subaru Outback?
2.5L Boxer-4: about 12.5 km/L (≈ KES 27,200 a month for 1,500 km). Costs use KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) and diesel at KES 227.76/L. Factory figures — Nairobi traffic uses more.
What is the ground clearance of the Subaru Outback?
About 213 mm. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
What engine does the Subaru Outback use?
The Subaru Outback in Kenya comes with: 2.5L FB25 Boxer-4. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.
Is the Subaru Outback 2WD, AWD or 4WD?
Versions sold in Kenya are AWD. AWD adds grip in the rains and on murram, but there is no low range for serious off-roading.
How many seats does the Subaru Outback have?
5 seats.
How much is a Subaru Outback in Kenya?
Typical Kenyan asking prices for imports in good condition are about KES 3M–4.2M, depending on year, mileage, grade and whether duty is paid.
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Typical factory figures for each version. Individual cars vary with trim, market and condition — confirm against the car’s documents and auction sheet. Spot a mistake? Tell us.