An updated 2023 Subaru Outback has been announced and the wagon-like crossover SUV is receiving a fresh new look along with updated cabin and safety tech.

With the exception of Subaru's recently introduced Wilderness off-road variant, all 2023 Outbacks receive a comprehensive facelift that includes a larger front grille, redesigned front bumper and new LED headlamps and fog lights. The revised front end looks more assertive and SUV-like than before, with unique contrasting U-shaped air intake garnishes that bookend the front bumper. These features echo the peculiar black plastic trim on Subaru's new Solterra electric SUV, but the Outback's treatment seems less likely to be controversial because this model's redesigned wheel arch trim remains separate and distinct.

Either way, updates to the advanced driver assist systems will doubtlessly be far less divisive. Noteworthy changes include a new wide-angle mono camera on the top Touring model. This new unit works with the existing dual-camera EyeSight hardware to improve peripheral detection of cyclists and pedestrians. Touring models also receive a new LCD rearview mirror.