2014 Subaru Outback

The 2014 Subaru Outback at Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, CO, gives shoppers a clear look at a five-seat SUV built around all-wheel drive, regular unleaded fuel and practical cargo space. This page covers its trim-range pricing, engine choices, fuel economy, towing capacity, dimensions and configuration, while also placing the Outback alongside comparable 2014 models. Along the West 104th Avenue corridor just west of Interstate 25, Mike Shaw Subaru serves drivers from Thornton, Northglenn, Westminster and Broomfield, including households preparing for changing Front Range conditions. Shoppers can review live options through search inventory and connect with the dealership at (720) 724-9280.

Starting MSRP

$24,495

Horsepower

173–256 hp

EPA MPG

18–24 city / 25–30 hwy

Max Towing

2,700–3,000 lbs

Seating

5 seats

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive

Fuel

Regular Unleaded

Body Style

SUV

How the 2014 Subaru Outback Compares With Competitors

Pricing, power, fuel economy, towing and drivetrain help define how the 2014 Subaru Outback fits against other five-seat SUVs. The Outback starts at $24,495, and MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

Compared with the 2014 Honda CR-V, the Outback starts at $24,495 versus $24,370, offers 173–256 horsepower versus 185 horsepower, and lists 18–24 city and 25–30 highway MPG versus 22 city and 30 highway MPG. Its 2,700–3,000-pound towing range exceeds the CR-V’s 1,500 pounds, while both use all-wheel drive and regular unleaded fuel; buyers may weigh the Outback’s towing range against the CR-V’s stated efficiency figures and lower starting MSRP.

Compared with the 2014 Nissan Rogue, the Outback starts at $24,495 versus $24,140 and offers 173–256 horsepower versus 170 horsepower. The Rogue lists 25 city and 32 highway MPG and 1,000 pounds of towing, while the Outback lists 18–24 city and 25–30 highway MPG and 2,700–3,000 pounds of towing; both offer all-wheel drive, while the Rogue also offers front-wheel drive, giving shoppers different priorities around economy, traction and capability.

Compared with the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, the Outback starts at $24,495 versus $24,950 and lists 173–256 horsepower versus 190–264 horsepower. The Santa Fe Sport lists 19–20 city and 27 highway MPG, 2,000–3,500 pounds of towing and front-wheel drive, while the Outback uses all-wheel drive and lists 18–24 city and 25–30 highway MPG; the differences suit buyers balancing power and towing range against drivetrain preference.

Specifications and Configuration

The 2014 Subaru Outback is a five-seat SUV with all-wheel drive, an automatic transmission and a flat engine layout. Across its seven trims, engine size ranges from 2.5 to 3.6 liters, with four- to six-cylinder configurations producing 173–256 horsepower and 174–247 lb-ft of torque.

Transmission choices span continuously variable operation and a five-speed automatic. Fuel economy ranges from 18–24 city MPG and 25–30 highway MPG, while maximum towing ranges from 2,700 to 3,000 pounds. The Outback provides 34.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, with an 18.5-gallon fuel capacity.

Exterior measurements include 189 inches of length, 71.7 inches of width, 65.8 inches of height and a 107.9-inch wheelbase. Curb weight ranges from 3,459 to 3,647 pounds, and displacement ranges from 2,498 to 3,630 cc.

Buying a 2014 Subaru Outback in Thornton

Mike Shaw Subaru is located at 1650 W 104th Avenue in Thornton, along a busy corridor connecting Northglenn with Westminster and Broomfield. The dealership sits just west of Interstate 25, near the daily commute toward Denver and the westbound route toward US-36, Broomfield and Boulder.

Local driving patterns include winter preparation along the Front Range and weekend travel toward the foothills. Shoppers can search inventory for current vehicle options or use value your trade to begin the purchase process online.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Trim selection changes the Outback’s price, engine configuration, fuel economy, towing capacity and transmission type. The 2.5-liter trims use four cylinders and produce 173 horsepower with 174 lb-ft of torque, while the 3.6R Limited uses six cylinders, produces 256 horsepower and delivers 247 lb-ft of torque.

Think about how often the vehicle will carry passengers, cargo or a trailer. The five-seat cabin, 34.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and all-wheel-drive layout create a practical configuration, while the stated 2,700–3,000-pound towing range separates the trims by intended use.

For a closer look, contact Mike Shaw Subaru at (720) 724-9280 or visit the Thornton location during your vehicle search.