Mike Shaw Subaru
2020 Subaru Outback
Now available at Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, CO
- Starting MSRP$26,645
- Horsepower182–260 hp
- EPA MPG23–26 city / 30–33 hwy
- Max Towing2,700–3,500 lbs
Common questions
The 2020 Subaru Outback is a five-seat SUV designed for practical daily driving and changing Colorado conditions. At Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, shoppers can explore the Outback’s trim range, powertrain choices, fuel economy, towing capacity, dimensions, and cargo space while comparing it with other Subaru models from the same year and vehicle class. The dealership is located along West 104th Avenue, just west of Interstate 25, serving drivers from Thornton, Northglenn, Westminster, Broomfield, and Denver’s northern suburbs. This page also connects shoppers with live inventory, vehicle purchasing resources, service scheduling, parts specials, and trade-in tools.
- Starting MSRP
- $26,645
- Horsepower
- 182–260 hp
- EPA MPG
- 23–26 city / 30–33 hwy
- Max Towing
- 2,700–3,500 lbs
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Fuel
- Regular Unleaded
- Body Style
- SUV
How the 2020 Subaru Outback Compares With Subaru’s Lineup
Pricing, power, efficiency, seating, and towing vary across Subaru’s 2020 SUV lineup. The Outback starts at $26,645, and MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.
| Spec | 2020 Subaru Outback | 2020 Subaru Forester | 2020 Subaru Crosstrek | 2020 Subaru Ascent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $26,645 | $24,495 | $23,195 | $31,995 |
| Horsepower | 182–260 hp | 182 hp | 148–152 hp | 260 hp |
| EPA MPG | 23–26 city / 30–33 hwy | 26 city / 33 hwy | 22–90 city / 29–90 hwy | 20–21 city / 26–27 hwy |
| Max Towing | 2,700–3,500 lbs | — | 1,000–1,500 lbs | 2,000–5,000 lbs |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats | 5 seats | 7–8 seats |
| Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
Manufacturer figures for the model year shown; a range spans that model's trims. Starting MSRP excludes tax, title, registration, and dealer fees.
Compared with the 2020 Subaru Forester, the Outback starts at $26,645 versus $24,495, while both offer 182 horsepower, five seats, regular unleaded fuel, and EPA fuel economy of 26 city / 33 hwy. The Forester may suit shoppers focused on a lower starting MSRP, while the Outback offers a different SUV configuration and trim range.
Compared with the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek, the Outback offers 182–260 horsepower versus 148–152 horsepower and starts at $26,645 versus $23,195. The Crosstrek includes an electric range of 17 mi and towing from 1,000–1,500 lbs, while the Outback offers towing from 2,700–3,500 lbs; the Crosstrek may appeal to shoppers prioritizing its smaller starting price and electric range, while the Outback favors greater towing capacity.
Compared with the 2020 Subaru Ascent, the Outback seats five and starts at $26,645, while the Ascent starts at $31,995 and seats 7–8. The Ascent produces 260 horsepower, offers EPA fuel economy of 20–21 city / 26–27 hwy, and tows 2,000–5,000 lbs, making it a consideration for buyers needing more seating or a broader towing range; the Outback suits shoppers seeking a five-seat SUV.
2020 Subaru Outback Specifications and Configuration
The 2020 Subaru Outback uses a flat-4 engine layout, regular unleaded fuel, an automatic continuously variable transmission, and an SUV body style. Across its seven trims, engine displacement ranges from 2.4 to 2.5 L, horsepower ranges from 182 to 260 hp, and torque ranges from 176 to 277 lb-ft.
Fuel economy ranges from 23 to 26 city MPG and 30 to 33 highway MPG. Maximum towing ranges from 2,700 to 3,500 lbs, while cargo space behind the rear seats measures 32.5 cu ft. The Outback has a fuel capacity of 18.5 gal, a length of 191.3 in, a width of 73 in, a height of 66.4 in, and a 108.1-in wheelbase.
Trim pricing ranges from $26,645 to $39,695. The Premium starts at $28,895, Limited at $33,445, Onyx Edition XT at $34,895, Touring at $37,345, Limited XT at $37,745, and Touring XT at $39,695. The destination charge is $1,010.
Buying a 2020 Subaru Outback in Thornton
Mike Shaw Subaru is anchored along the West 104th Avenue corridor in Thornton, serving as a prominent automotive landmark in Denver’s northern suburbs. Located just west of Interstate 25, this commercial lifeline bridges the established neighborhoods of Northglenn with the growing communities of Westminster and Broomfield.
Drivers can use the dealership’s search inventory to review current vehicle listings as they change. Mike Shaw Subaru also provides trade-in assistance, financing resources, service appointment scheduling, and parts specials for ongoing ownership needs.
What to Weigh Before Buying
Consider which Outback powertrain best matches daily driving and towing needs. The 182-hp configurations return 26 city MPG and 33 highway MPG, while the 260-hp configurations return 23 city MPG and 30 highway MPG and provide up to 3,500 lbs of towing capacity.
Seating for five and 32.5 cu ft of cargo space behind the rear seats make the Outback relevant for family errands, commuting, and gear-carrying routines. Trim pricing, engine size, towing capacity, and fuel economy should all be considered together when narrowing the lineup.
