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  1. Towing & Hauling
    First time tower, and still grasping around all the things needed for towing :) I was hoping to get some thoughts about towing a lightweight camper trailer. My 2021 Outback Touring XT is rated to a max trailer capacity of 3500 lbs with a GVWR of 5026 lbs. Here is an example of a trailer I am...
  2. Towing & Hauling
    I don't know if this is in the right forum location but if not I am sure someone will let me know or move me :-) Sorry, and I know this is an Outback forum as I post in it on my Outback 2016 and the wife 2011 OB. This post is about the Ascent our daughter bought and I'm just looking for...
  3. Forum Rules, New Member Information & Intro.
    I just purchased a lightly used 2020 Subaru Outback XT Limited. The previous owner had a Class III tow hitch and a four flat connector installed. I purchased this vehicle due to the turbo engine which Subaru claims is good to tow 3500 lbs. I called my local Subaru dealer to have a 7 way...
  4. Towing & Hauling
    Hey, Does anyone know if there are any approved 3rd party 2” hitches that can be purchased for a 2023 onyx edition outback? Do the 2022 aftermarket hitches fit on 2023 models? I’m mostly going to be using it for transporting bikes around. Thanks!
  5. Towing & Hauling
    Hey all! I'm thinking about replacing my 2008 Outback XT with a 2023 Onyx XT. We're also considering buying a travel trailer (Taxa TigerMoth) for the family to help ease camping with kids (2 y/o and 7 y/o). I have no experience towing, but have experience as an adult. Meaning now with a...
  6. Towing & Hauling
    hello, I purchased a 05 LL bean 4 days ago. I'm planning on driving it up to Alaska this summer and am going to be towing a pickup bed trailer, the trailer is probably 700-1000lbs and ill have 300-500 lbs of stuff is that a small enough load to not need brakes on the trailer. next question...
  7. Towing & Hauling
    Just posting this to get thoughts / opinions on towing a 1973 Lund Fish N Ski VFR 15 boat from MN to WA. The VFR-15 apparently weighs 757 lbs. The trailer does not have its own brakes. Max towing on my 2004 Subary Outback / Legacy LL Bean says 2000 lbs. Max tongue weight SAYS 350 lbs on this...
  8. Towing & Hauling
    I upgraded my wheels and tires setup to Motegi mr118's and BFG ko2's from stock, about 2 months ago and I love them. I bought a full size spare as well to rotate out and use in case of emergency, but up to this point its been sitting in my trunk which leaves me with little room for actual cargo...
  9. Towing & Hauling
    Good morning or evening everyone, thinking of changing to a outback 2.5 with a auto box it’s a 2020 spec. My question is I want to towing a caravan with the Outback weight 1450, I’m currently towing with a diesel, so it a bit of a change , anyone out there can tell me how it tows stability etc ...
  10. Towing & Hauling
    I’m looking into purchasing either a used 3.6 Outback or F150, I like how the Outback drives but am worried about occasional towing purposes with a 14-16 ft. aluminum Lund with a 25 horse on it. I know a boat like that wouldn’t put on too much weight but still worried about the 1000 lb. without...
  11. Towing & Hauling
    Hey all. I will be towing a 5x8" trailer on my 2005 Subaru Outback. I'll be headed from Gunnison, Colorado to Wapakoneta, Ohio. Looking for all and any helpful suggestions when it comes to making this trip. I just put new struts, bushings, and brakes on as well. I have seen multiple posts...
  12. Towing & Hauling
    So I have the naturally aspirated '21 Outback and we have a tow hitch installed. I'm aware of what the manual states in regards to the towing and payload and tongue weights. I ran across etrailer hitches and saw that "Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2in" had...
  13. Towing & Hauling
    Can you use a hitch weight equalizer with a 2020 Outback XT? Also, does the 3500 max tow weight include vehicle cargo as well as the trailer weight and cargo?
  14. Trip / Fuel Mileage Reports
    I have aired my gripes with the car here openly in the past . . . but there are also many things I love about it. I took the family camping along the Mojave Road/Trail for Thanksgiving last week and it was glorious. Pulled a 1900lb pop-up camper and a roof box full of stuff. Two adults, two...
  15. Towing & Hauling
    Hello! I just purchased a 2018 Flagstaff e-pro and am considering using my 2020 outback limited 2.5i as a towing vehicle for it. Before i invest in getting a hitch set up, I'd like to get some feedback from you all. The trailer's details are as follows, more info can be found using the...
  16. Towing & Hauling
    Hey everybody. 2017 2.5i Limited here. Purchasing a tear-drop trailer (Mean Bean) soon, and plan on towing it part time with an Xterra and part time with the Outback. I know it'll be a little heavy for the OB, as it'll weigh about 1800 lbs. May end up trading in for a 2020 XT in a year or so...
  17. Towing & Hauling
    I'm new here; forgive me if this has already come up. My 2016 Outback has a maximum towing weight of 2700 lb. and a maximum tongue weight of 200 lb. Starting with the 2020 model year, while the maximum towing weight is unchanged, the owner's manual gives a maximum tongue weight of 270 lb. —...
  18. Gen 6: 2020-2024
    Everyone, recently installed the Curt #56040 trailer wiring harness to my 2020 Outback. I am having an issue where the trailer lights are constantly remaining on, even when the vehicle lights are off, and the car is parked, engine off, and locked. Trailer is a brand new Aluma with LEDs...
  19. Performance Parts & Accessories
    Hello - I have an 2019 Outback 2.5L. We are considering doing a road trip and renting a camper trailer to hitch. I am a novice when it comes to hitching and specs, and I'm confused what the limitations are for an Outback. The official specs says towing limit is 2700 Lbs. I'm trying to...
  20. Trip / Fuel Mileage Reports
    Hey all, just took my converted trailer for a 5,000 mile ride from Chicago to Seattle basically and back. Trailer weighs about 1,800 pounds (kept the tongue weight around 190 or below) and I got 15.9mpg average for the trip. Car was a beast did about 30 hours straight to go back home. Could only...
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