Subaru Outback deliveries fell by over 32% in the first quarter of 2026, declining from 39,934 units in Q1 2025 to 27,074 units as the model transitioned to its 2026 SUV-style design.
Subaru moved Outback production from its Indiana plant to an assembly plant in Japan to free capacity for Forester and Forester Hybrid production, and retooling during the switch limited supply during the transition. A Subaru spokesperson also said the Wilderness trim, a quickly popular submodel, only began arriving at dealers in January.
The strong Q1 2025 result was boosted by buyers purchasing ahead of tariffs, inflating the year‑over‑year comparison. Contributor Andrew Ganz reviewed the new Outback in November and praised its driving dynamics even as the vehicle’s new look has drawn online criticism.
This report is based on information originally published by The Autopian.
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