Examples
Subaru Outback cargo examples.
Subaru Outback cargo space
The Subaru Outback offers 32.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 75.7 cubic feet with the seats folded. The wagon body gives a long, flat cargo floor — about 75 inches with seats down — and a wide 43-inch tailgate opening that makes loading bulky gear easier than a typical sedan trunk.
Subaru Outback cargo dimensions
Usable cargo measures roughly 35 inches long, 44 inches wide, and 30 inches tall behind the rear seats, extending to about 75 inches long with the seats folded. The 43 × 29 inch tailgate opening is the real bottleneck for tall or boxy items, so check the opening before the interior volume.
What fits in a Subaru Outback
A boxed 65-inch TV, large dog crate, skis, and two-person camping kit all fit. Short kayaks (under 9 feet) load diagonally with the seats down; longer boards belong on the roof rails. With the 75-inch floor and 44-inch width, an adult can sleep on a twin air mattress for car camping.
Measurements
Cargo dimensions.
| Length | Width | Height | Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats up | 35" | 44" | 30" | 32.5 cu ft |
| Seats folded | 75" | 44" | 30" | 75.7 cu ft |
| Opening | – | 43" | 29" | – |
What fits
What fits in a Subaru Outback?
Measure smart
What to measure.
Four numbers decide nearly every fit check. Get these right and the rest follows.
- 01The opening width and height of the trunk or liftgate, not just the total volume, since the opening is what an item has to pass through.
- 02The load-floor length behind the rear seats, then again with the seats folded.
- 03The height available under the roofline or parcel shelf, measured at the lowest point.
- 04Your item at its widest point, including feet, handles, and packaging.
Don't make these
Common mistakes.
Most “it didn't fit” stories trace back to one of these oversights.
- ⚠Trusting the cubic-foot figure and assuming a wide item will fit, when the opening is narrower than the item.
- ⚠Measuring the cargo floor but forgetting the roofline tapers toward the opening.
- ⚠Ignoring that a full-size spare, subwoofer, or hybrid battery eats into the quoted volume.
- ⚠Folding only one seat when the long item needs the full flat load floor.
Frequently asked
Questions we keep getting.
How much cargo space does an Outback have?
The Subaru Outback has 32.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 75.7 cubic feet with seats folded. The wagon body style provides a flat, long cargo floor of about 75" with seats down.
01Is the Outback good for outdoor gear?
Excellent — the flat roof rails, wide cargo opening, and long cargo floor make it ideal for bikes, kayaks, skis, and camping gear. The raised ground clearance helps with trailhead access.
02Can I sleep in the back of an Outback?
Yes — with seats folded, the 75" cargo floor is long enough for most adults to sleep. The width (44") fits a twin air mattress. Many owners car camp in the Outback regularly.
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