2024 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition
The Subaru Outback isn't your typical SUV. It strikes the perfect balance between style and functionality, presenting a profile that has the underpinnings of popular style but is accented with unique, tailored lines that reflect its adventurous spirit. The Outback is an SUV that looks just as comfortable on city streets during the daily commute as it does on backwoods trails. It is blacked up by the power and performance that are needed to take drivers over whatever terrain they want to take on.
There are eight trim levels for the 2024 Subaru Outback, and the Onyx Edition is one of the most popular. Here's a closer look at what this popular edition of the popular SUV has to offer:
Exterior Styling
The 2024 Subaru Outback has a unique look that drivers will love. The profile is aerodynamic, but it's not so streamlined as to look like one of its slicker counterparts that you'd never find on a muddy trail. Yet it's also not so blocky and devoid of personality like some of its counterparts that are built for functionality. The profile comes together in a front end that is poised for action. Subaru's signature hexagonal grille features the blue insignia at the center, and it is flanked by headlights that squint back like a set of determined eyes. Two smaller, round lights rest below the grille, and grooved lines run back vertically from the grille over the hood.
The rear ends bluntly, with a small spoiler overhanging the top. Black molding joins the spoiler with the side of the window, creating a small casing that frames the rear. The rear bumper also turns up at the edges and joins the sides, creating a small shelf on the bottom. Thin tail lights pull to the sides.
The Onyx Edition features a few unique exterior details reflective of its name. The Onyx Edition has a dark aesthetic that includes black badging throughout, and the exterior gets black painted 18-inch wheels and numerous black accents. There is black wheel cladding, black accents around the front air intake vents and fog lights, black accents along the profile, and a black rear bumper. Chrome trim is replaced by black.
Interior Styling and Configuration
Inside the 2024 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition, you'll find a much more stylish interior than what you might expect from an SUV built for outdoor adventures. Comfortable, ergonomically designed seats are upholstered in a durable water-repellent fabric that is both stylish and functional. You can have a few spills and get a little dirt on the seats, and they'll be easy to clean up and be resistant to staining. The black upholstery is accented with dark gray upholstered panels, and green top stitching provides an interesting contrast.
Five passengers will ride comfortably in the Outback Onyx Edition, no matter what seat they take. The second row is spacious and designed with comfort in mind.
The interior panels are covered in high-quality materials, including leatherette door panels. The console has a smooth, uncluttered look to it, made possible by a large, vertical display screen for the infotainment system, which includes most of the controls that would otherwise be knobs and buttons. Chrome accents swoop around the console elements, looking like light running over each of the details, touching them just long enough to highlight them.
Drivers will love the interior of the Outback Onyx Edition, and they'll feel confident showing it off to any passengers they may welcome.
Power and Performance
The Onyx Edition comes with the engine that is standard for all 2024 Subaru Outback models: A 2.5-liter four-cylinder BOXER engine that puts out 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. It has a double overhead cam and variable valve timing. The engine is paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission for smooth and efficient handling.
All-wheel drive comes standard on all Outback models, making it easier for drivers to manage challenging terrain. The Onyx Edition adds a few driving modes that could help drivers navigate off-road conditions and inclement weather. These modes include Snow, Mud, and Sand, and they help the powertrain allocate resources appropriately for the most power and control in these conditions. The Onyx Edition XT also comes with a full-size spare tire that covers drivers in case of an accident when they are ambling over off-road trails.
Drivers of the Onyx Edition will find that they have enough power to explore just about any area they would like, and they will have the tools to help them navigate these trails safely and confidently. They'll also enjoy fuel efficiency of an estimated 26 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway, or about 28 mpg combined.
Technology and Convenience Features
The 2024 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition is loaded with advanced technology and convenience features that give it a more luxurious feeling driving experience than you would expect in an SUV built for adventure. You'll find all the features that the lower trim levels offer, plus several extras.
The infotainment system in the Onyx Edition includes an 11.6-inch touchscreen display (oriented vertically), a Harman Kardon premium audio system with subwoofer, Bluetooth streaming capability, USB and auxiliary connections, a turn-by-turn navigation system, and a radio system that is ready to broadcast HD or satellite radio (with a subscription).
Several perks are included that enhance the comfort in the cabin, including a heated steering wheel, driver lumbar support, heated front and rear seats, and power-adjustable driver and passenger seats. Heated mirrors also make it easy to dust off the frost on chilly mornings.
Lots of automatic features are included, as well. Keyless entry and push-button start are powered by a remote fob. There's an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and all four windows have one-touch up and down functionality. A power, hands-free liftgate makes it easy to load items in the cargo area. Voice activated dual zone front automatic air conditioning makes it easy to keep the cabin cool and inviting. A power moonroof gives passengers a nice view of the sky at all times of day, and it lets in a nice breeze when there's good weather.
The Outback Onyx Edition offers all the fun tech features that drivers love and that make the SUV seem like a higher level offering.
Safety Features
The Subaru Outback Onyx Edition was rated five stars by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for overall safety, and it was named a Top Safety Pick + by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety. Part of the reason for these top marks is that the Outback is loaded with advanced safety features and driver aids. As a higher level trim, the Onyx Edition has most of the safety features that are only considered optional on the lower trims.
The Subaru EyeSight safety package on the Onyx Edition includes blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, lane keep assistance, lane departure warning, rear automatic braking, and emergency evasive steering. There's a pre- and post-collision safety system to cover all potential scenarios.
Of course, a full suite of airbags is positioned throughout the cabin, including dual front side-mounted airbags and front and rear head airbags. An occupant sensing system is installed for the passenger seat so that the airbag only goes off when actually needed.
Traction and stability control and four-wheel anti-lock brakes help drivers to maintain control. Additional assistance comes from dusk sensing headlights, adaptive and self-leveling headlights, and daytime running lights.
A wide-angle front camera is available on the Onyx Edition XT, improving overall visibility in the front of the vehicle.
Options Packages
Though the 2024 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition comes with many features that drivers will love, there may still be a few items that you'd like to add to make the SUV just perfect for your needs or preferences. Three options packages are available to help you do just that.
The Popular Package #2 is available for the Onyx Edition, and it includes all-weather floor liners and splash guards to protect the SUV from the wear and tear of mud and water. It also includes a rear bumper cover, a rear seatback protector, an LED upgrade, and an auto-dimming exterior mirror with approach light.
Two tech packages are also available. The Tech Package #2 includes that same auto-dimming exterior mirror, as well as an LED upgrade, a woodgrain interior trim kit, and a wireless charger. The Tech Package #3 includes the auto-dimming exterior mirror, LED upgrade, and wireless charger, as well as all-weather floor liners and a footwell illumination kit.
Test Drive the 2024 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition at Granite Subaru Today
The 2024 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition is an exemplary SUV that offers style, performance, and advanced technology. Visit Granite Subaru today to take a test drive of the Outback and fall in love with the way it handles. Then explore all the options on the Onyx Edition and take a look at the options packages. We'll work closely with you to get the right configuration so that you can drive home with your perfect vehicle.
