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car_truck“The Outback Wilderness feels like a thoughtfully engineered tool, not a toy—it’s built to be used, every day, in the real world.” That kind of sentiment perfectly captures this 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness, an all-wheel drive SUV that blends genuine off-road confidence with the calm, connected feel of a modern family vehicle.
Under the hood, a 2.4L turbocharged H-4 engine with direct injection delivers 260 horsepower, paired with an 8‑speed Lineartronic CVT and full-time Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. X‑MODE with selectable terrain settings, off-road tuned suspension, underbody skid plates, and Active Torque Vectoring work together to give this Outback Wilderness sure-footed traction and composure on gravel, snow, and rougher cottage roads. Hill Descent Control, hill start assist, and a heavy-duty transmission oil cooler further support confident driving in challenging conditions.
Where this Outback really steps ahead of many rivals is in its in-cabin technology, especially smartphone integration.
At the centre of the dash is a striking 11.6-inch touchscreen primary display that serves as the hub for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Both systems are fully integrated smart device mirroring solutions, allowing you to bring your preferred apps, contacts, and media right onto the large, vertically oriented screen. Navigation prompts, messaging, podcasts, and streaming audio are displayed cleanly and are simple to control via touch or steering wheel buttons.
Apple CarPlay support is particularly well-executed here. Once connected, the interface adopts an intuitive, app-based layout that makes it easy to manage calls, Siri voice commands, Apple Maps or other navigation apps, and your playlists. The Wilderness trim’s layout takes advantage of the tall screen, minimizing distraction by grouping key CarPlay functions logically, so you can keep more attention on the road.
Voice commands let you adjust routes, send messages, or find fuel stops without fumbling through menus.
Android Auto integration receives equal attention, offering a familiar, Google-centric environment for Android users. With Google Maps or Waze rendered crisply on the 11.6-inch display, live traffic and alternate route suggestions are always in view. Voice activation allows you to dictate messages, access your music library, or queue up podcasts using natural speech. The system’s ability to align with your existing Google account means your preferences, destinations, and playlists follow you from phone to vehicle.
Supporting these systems is a thoughtful connectivity suite: Bluetooth hands-free calling and wireless audio streaming, 4 USB ports for device charging, front wireless smart device charging, and AM/FM/SiriusXM radio with Aha internet radio capability.
STARLINK Concierge turn-by-turn navigation and SiriusXM Travel Link with real-time weather (both with trial subscriptions) add further convenience for road trips and daily commuting.
Comfort and usability are strong points inside this Outback Wilderness. Heated front seats with an 8-way power driver’s seat and power lumbar, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and dual-zone automatic climate control cater to Canadian winters. The interior combines leatherette seat upholstery, leather steering wheel, piano black and metal-look accents, and durable rubber floor mats with a vinyl/rubber cargo mat—smart for anyone who actually uses their SUV for skiing, biking, camping, or pets.
Cargo practicality is enhanced by a power liftgate, roll-up cargo cover, cargo area tray/organizer, tie-downs, and a full-size spare tire mounted under the cargo floor.
Roof rails with a 100 kg maximum load and a full roof rack expand your ability to carry gear. The rear bench features 60/40 folding seatbacks and a rear centre armrest, with fold-forward functionality to adapt to larger loads.
The EyeSight suite of driver assistance systems reinforces Subaru’s safety reputation. EyeSight Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centring Assist offers Level 2 partial automation for reduced fatigue on long drives. EyeSight Lane Keep Assist, Pre-Collision Braking (including pedestrian detection), Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Sway Warning, Blind Spot Detection, and Reverse Automatic Braking provide a comprehensive layer of active protection. An auto-dimming rearview mirror, front camera, rear camera with washer, High Beam Assist, eight airbags, and four-channel ABS round out the safety package.
With 113,798 kilometres on the odometer, this pre-owned 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness stands out as a purpose-built SUV that doesn’t compromise on everyday livability.
Its combination of robust all-wheel drive hardware, advanced EyeSight safety, and especially its deep integration of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on a large, modern touchscreen makes it an ideal companion for drivers who want serious capability without giving up modern connectivity and comfort.
