2009 Subaru Outback Specs and Features

The 2009 Subaru Outback carved its own niche in the automotive landscape, offering a unique blend of wagon practicality and SUV-like ground clearance. For buyers seeking a vehicle that was more maneuverable and fuel-efficient than a traditional SUV, yet more versatile and capable than a standard wagon, the 2009 Outback presented a compelling package with its standard all-wheel drive and comfortable interior.

Engine and Drive-train

2.5i, 2.5i Special Edition and 2.5i Limited

Fuel and MPG

Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

Continuous All-Wheel Drive

Models equipped with 5-speed manual transmission utilize a viscous-type locking center differential and limited-slip rear differential4 with torque distribution normally configured at a 50/50-split front-to-rear. If wheel speed differs between front and rear axles, the system helps distribute power to the wheels with the most traction.

Active All-Wheel Drive

Models equipped with 4-speed automatic transmission utilize an electronically controlled variable transfer clutch and limited-slip rear differential4 to distribute power to where traction is needed. Sensors monitor parameters such as wheel slippage, throttle position and braking to help determine torque distribution and direct it to the wheels with optimum traction.

Variable Torque Distribution (VTD) All-Wheel Drive

Models equipped with 5-speed automatic transmission utilize an electronically controlled variable transfer clutch in conjunction with a planetary type center differential, and a viscous-type limited-slip rear differential. Torque distribution is normally configured at a performance-oriented rear-wheel-biased 45/55 split front-to-rear. Sensors monitor parameters such as wheel slippage, throttle position and braking to help determine torque distribution and direct it to the wheels with optimum traction.

Stability and Traction

Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)

Standard VDC electronic stability control utilizes sensors which constantly monitor wheel speeds, steering angle, brake pressure, vehicle yaw rate and lateral g-forces. If VDC detects a difference between the driver’s intended path and the one the vehicle is actually taking, VDC applies braking power and/or reduces engine torque to help correct vehicle path

Traction Control System (TCS)

VDC also incorporates an all-wheel, all-speed traction control system which senses a loss of traction and applies braking force to the slipping wheel or wheels as necessary to maintain vehicle motion.

Chassis

2009 Subaru Outback Exterior Features

• Projector-beam low-beam and multireflector high-beam headlights Foglights
• Functional hood scoop (feeds turbocharger intercooler)
• Black door handles and side mirrors
• Body-color door handles and side mirrors
• Body-color side mirrors with integrated turn signals
• Heated side mirrors and windshield wiper de-icer
• 2-speed windshield wipers with variable intermittent mode and mist feature
• Single-speed rear window wiper with fixed intermittent mode and de-icer
• Splash guards
• Aluminum-alloy rear gate with integrated spoiler
• Black-finish raised roof rails
• Cross bars with 100 lbs capacity
• Panoramic tilt/sliding dual-panel power moon-roof
• Rear privacy glass

Seating and Trim

• 6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat. 4-way manually adjustable front-passenger’s seat.
• 8-way power heated driver’s seat with manually adjustable lumbar support. 4-way manually adjustable heated front-passenger’s seat.
• 8-way power heated driver’s seat and 4-way power heated front-passenger’s seat, both with manually adjustable lumbar support
• Performance-design front seats
• Rear-center armrest
• 60/40-split flat-folding rear seat back
• 3-spoke steering wheel with cruise control buttons
• Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with audio system and cruise control buttons
• Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with audio system, SI-DRIVE
• Sport Sharp mode, cruise control and multi function screen controls
• Manually adjustable tilt/telescoping steering column
• Leather-wrapped manual transmission shifter handle
• Leather-wrapped automatic transmission shifter handle with chestnut wood grain-patterned inlay
• Cloth upholstery
• Leather-trimmed upholstery
• Titanium-metallic trim on doors and console
• Titanium-metallic trim with chestnut wood grain-patterned accents
• Titanium-metallic trim with elm wood grain-patterned accents

Convenience Features

• Power front and rear windows with driver’s auto-down
• Integrated key fob with lock, unlock and panic functions
• Electronic cruise control
• Dual cup holders in center console with retractable lid. Retractable dual rear cupholders.
• Sun visors with extenders and illuminated vanity mirrors. Dual overhead maplights.
• Overhead console with sunglasses storage
• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror with compass
• In-dash storage compartment
• Center console with 12-volt power outlet and enclosed storage compartment
• 12-volt power outlet in cargo area
• Cargo-area underfloor storage. Dual grocery bag hooks.
• Concealed storage compartments and 4 tiedown hooks in cargo-area side panels.
• Retractable/removable cargo-area cover. Removable cargo-area tray.
• Remote starter prewiring8 (automatic transmission only)

Audio and Communication Systems

• 100-watt 6-speaker audio system MP3/WMA capability
• 440-watt 9-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system
• with 8-channel amplifier/equalizer, Digital Signal Processing (DSP),
• Dual Voice Coil (DVC) subwoofer, MP3/WMA capability and
• Speed-Sensitive Auto Volume Control (SVC)
• Single-disc in-dash CD player
• 6-disc in-dash CD changer
• Auxiliary audio jack for portable media players
• XM® or SIRIUS® Satellite Radio capability

Previous Models

• 2008 Subaru Outback
• 2007 Subaru Outback
• 2006 Subaru Outback
• 2005 Subaru Outback
• 2004 Subaru Outback