2017 Subaru Outback: The 2017 Subaru Outback is a crossover SUV that is more like a tall wagon, and the closest competitor for this five-seat crossover is perhaps the Audi Allroad or Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. For 2017, the Outback adds a new Touring trim level to serve as the top Outback model. The Outback shares its platform and other mechanical components with the Subaru Legacy sedan.There are two engine choices: A 2.5-liter horizontally-opposed four-cylinder that makes 175 horsepower and a 3.6-liter horizontally-opposed six-cylinder that makes 256 horsepower. Both mate to a continuously-variable automatic transmission (CVT), and like almost all Subarus, the Outback is all-wheel drive. EPA-estimated fuel economy is listed at 25 mpg city/32 mpg highway for the 2.5-liter engine and 20/27 for the 3.6-liter engine.The Outback is available in 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring, 3.6R Limited, and 3.6R Touring. Available features include Bluetooth, fog lamps, satellite radio, navigation, USB, heated front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, leather seats, moonroof, and dual-zone automatic climate control.Available safety features include blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-change assist, lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, pre-collision braking, stability control, traction control, and dual-front, front-seat-cushion, front-side and side-curtain airbags.The base price for the 2017 Subaru Outback is $25,645, not including dealer or destination fees.