
Over the past month, Subaru enthusiasts in New Jersey and beyond have been excited about the “Something Wild” that our brand was going to reveal. And that surprise turned out to be the all-new 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness that we’re excited about here at our Bergen County NJ dealership location!
The Wilderness is built to be the most capable & rugged Outback wagon in history by being created to take off-road journeys on most any terrain. This model is also made to give you exclusive design cues and a number of amazing amenities that will make any trip fun & comfortable.
2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness Performance & Capability
Opting for the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness at our dealership serving Emerson NJ means that you’ll get more versatility than ever before from your wagon. That’s because of the use of:
- Specially tuned suspension for improved stability on the pavement & rough terrain
- Revised rear differential with a final drive ratio of 4.44:1
- Dual-function (Snow/Dirt & Deep Snow/Mud) X-MODE with roll-angle indicator & the ability to automatically switch from low-speed managed driving to speeds above 25 mph with interrupting power or performance
- Yokohama GEOLANDAR® all-terrain tires ideal for muddy & gravel roads
- Lengthier front & rear shock absorbers for added ground clearance
The Wilderness name also boasts impressive numbers in order to pull off the off-road capability that you desire. Among them are:
- Ground clearance of 9.5”, increased from the regular Outback’s 8.7”
- Approach angle of 20.0 degrees, extended from the regular Outback’s 18.6 degrees
- Ramp breakover angle of 21.2 degrees, shifted from the regular Outback’s 19.4 degrees
- Departure angle of 23.6 degrees, a big jump from the regular Outback’s 21.7 degrees
Under the hood of the Subaru Outback Wilderness is a 2.4L turbocharged BOXER engine that delivers 260 hp & 277 lb/ft of torque and has the ability to tow up to 3,500 lbs. Paired with this engine is Lineartronic CVT with an 8-speed manual mode function using steering wheel paddle shifters that’s been modified to up to 40% improved ability to climb grades on a gravel surface.

2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness Features & Tech Onboard
There are so many amenities that you’ll enjoy in the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness. Every model coming to our dealership serving Wayne NJ utilizes a tablet-style 11.6” SUBARU STARLINK™ multimedia system with integrated center information display that offers:
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto for integrating your cell phone
- Bluetooth hands-free calling & audio streaming
- Touch controls for the multimedia, climate control system, X-MODE & other vehicle settings
- Rear vision camera
- SiriusXM All Access Radio with a 4-month free subscription
- SiriusXM Travel Link with a 3-year free subscription
- Over-the-air updates to ensure your vehicle has the latest STARLINK services
The Outback Wilderness also utilizes a fixed ladder-type roof rack system that can handle loads as large as 700 lbs. This means you can use a roof-top tent safely and have lots of flexibility in fitting a variety of roof racking accessories on top to let you bring anything you want on the trail.
Other standard & available features that you can get in this all-new wagon include:
- EyeSight driver assist technology like adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist & sway warning and pre-collision braking & throttle management
- Navigation system
- Power moonroof
- Reverse automatic braking
- Hands-free power liftgate
- Front view monitor & LED rear gate light that come in handy on the trail
- Cluster meter display that shows the Subaru Wilderness logo during vehicle start up

The 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness provides a distinctive look that goes with its astonishing capability thanks to the redesigned front & rear bumpers that aid in navigating rough & uneven terrain. Some other exterior appearance highlights include:
- 17" matte black-finished alloy wheels with heritage Outback-inspired raised white embossed lettering
- Matte-black anti-glare hood decal
- Black finish for the window trim and new Subaru Wilderness badges on the front fenders & hands-free power liftgate
- Bold hexagonal front grille
- Larger wheel arch cladding
- Unique hex-designed LED fog lights
- Anodized Copper exterior accents for the tow hook anchor points & roof rail tie-down points
- All-new Geyser Blue paint color
Inside, you’ll feel comfortable in the Subaru StarTex® water-repellant material-wrapped seats with the Subaru Wilderness logo embossed in the headrests. Rounding out the rugged yet refined interior look of this model are:
- Bold copper-colored contrast stitching
- Anodized Copper interior accents on the steering wheel, shifter assembly & meter rings
- Gunmetal Grey touch points including the ventilation grilles & cupholders
- Brushed aluminum pedals
- All-weather floor mats with the Subaru Wilderness logo
- Waterproof rear cargo tray
Contact Ramsey Subaru to learn more about the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness and when it will arrive at our showroom located on Route 17!