2023 Subaru Outback Infotainment Touch Screen Update 

Update as of 3/31/23: The update is now available for 2020 - 22 Outback, Legacy, and WRX. Here's how to get it! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GBG9K2n-nXk.html

I've been in a 2022 Outback for 2 months. MY BIGGEST complaints right from the start are those tiny fan speed buttons and the heated seat option taking you to a second level menu. I feel the new infotainment system is a distraction in relation to those tiny buttons and other points of the lousy digital layout. I came to Google today to search for the new 2023 and its layout, to see if Subaru realized their layout was awful and hopefully see some improvements. Also, to see if anyone could tell me if I'll eventually be able to update my 2022 to the 2023's infotainment digital layout. I was happy to find your video that showed me all the changes/upgrades/improvements AND you informed me that YES! I can update my screen! Thank you for this video!

Earlier today I was complaining about the lack of acceleration power in my 2020 Forester. I ended up looking at 3 of your videos on the new 2023 Outback, called my dealer, & I will be getting my new Outback XT the first of December. Thank you for making things simple enough that even I can understand and appreciate everything the new Outback has to offer. Urabus.

I’ve had my 2023 Outback Limited for 4 days. I love it. Thanks for helping me make friends with it right away.

Thanks Alex!! Just picked up my 2023 OBW a few hours ago. Learning lots keep up the good work

Hi Alex, very thorough video as usual. Gotta say, I do wish Subaru would ditch the shiny piano black infotainment bezel. At night it’s fine but in the sunlight all you see is a screen full of greasy fingerprints and smudges covered with a layer of dust.

Great stuff! Glad to see your comments about the AVH app included in the software update. Just got a 2022 Outback Wilderness and I can’t wait to get the upgrade.

I really appreciate the way you compare old vs. new and give examples of both. Nice job!

This was great!! I’m so excited for my 2023 I ordered and now I know a little more about it and what to expect when it comes. Thanks Alex, glad I found you and subscribed-I’ve learned so much.

I just picked up my 2023 Tuesday and I’m paying attention to your post daily still trying out the new things. Thank you for your post you are helping a cave man

Got a 2022 Outback XT. Glad to hear I will get the software update. Thanks for that info ✌🏼

Finally! Installed it myself today in under 30 minutes. I have a 2021 Outback and my mileage is at 47,887 so Subaru was going to charge me a couple hundred dollars. God I’m so glad the tiny buttons are gone, AND my USB wireless CARPLAY adapter still works! Amen!

those are great improvements Alex, thanks

I ordered a 2023 Subaru Outback Limited with the Option package in part because of the interesting and informative videos you have prepared regarding the special features of the newest Subaru. My new car has arrived and was not under the Subaru of America hold fortunately. The salesperson sat with me for about one hour introducing me to the info system and setting up my StarLink system. Needless to say perhaps, but though informative, the amount of information was overwhelming. The various manuals would take a huge amount of time to digest and fully understand. The information you have provided in this video is greatly appreciated and I certainly hope your new 2023 is soon released from the hold. I look forward to your future videos regarding making use of the features of this vehicle. I assume the infotainment touch screen on the 2023 has many similarities to the 2020-2022 models and perhaps you have already produced videos on this touch screen that can help me navigate this powerful though unknow world to the right of my steering wheel. To use the advantages of this electronic workhorse, I must understand what I am doing and at this point I am rather in a fog. And I thank you for the work you have done to help so many of us Subaru drivers.

Looking forward to the display updates for my 2022 Touring XT!

I just took delivery of my 2023 outback wilderness and love it so far

Always enjoy your videos thank for sharing these features.

Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to learning more, keep the content coming.

Thank you, Alex! I would have not known that my 2022 Outback got this screen update without your video. Looking forward to your future videos!

Update as of 3/22/23: An update was just released a few days ago! I've had a few people reach out to let me know it's possible and they have completed the latest update to include the new hvac controls as well as a new AVH button that is easily accessible on the home screen. I'll make an update video soon covering the details and how to go about doing this!

Thank you! Looking forward to your next video on the ‘23 Outback Onyx!

I have a 2020 and I really enjoy your videos

I'm wondering if the 2020-2022 will get an android auto software update with bigger maps for navigation

6/2023 -- Thank you ** SO ** very much for your Subaru Outback videos! They are extremely helpful for me -- going from a 15+ year old car {ie -- 'old' technology} light years forward into my brand new 2024 Outback -- the technological differences are almost overwhelming! I * do * love my Outback ~ but coming up to speed with the Infotainment panel using Subaru's owner's manuals is challenging. So -- again, thank you Alex !!!!!!!!!!!

Just wanted to say Thank You Alex! I just got back our 2022 Outback from dealer with our free update like you had said.

Great to see the new update on the 11.6. Have a 2021 looking forward to adding the upgrade when it is available,

We just bought our first Subaru we bought the outback limited XT turbo what a great vehicle. You need to be a rocket scientist to operate the panel I have watched a couple of videos and it is getting easier thank you for the information

Excellent video. Very informative, like your other videos. Another couple of weeks and my Outback Touring XT should arrive. Can’t wait.

Finally!!!!! Going to update my car now

I like the HVAC/Seat update. Looks like I'll be updating our '22 tonight if it's available!

Thanks for your videos excited to book my Outback

Your videos are superb, Alex! Thank you!

Love your videos Alex I can't wait to get my new car 👍👍

I wasn't sure about the different style wheels from the stock photos and while I prefer the 2022 wheels seeing the new ones in your video they don't look that bad after all.

Another great video Alex. Thank you.........

My 22 was switched to a 23. Like the look better, can't get here soon enough.

Wow, I got my 2022 a few months ago and was saying how I wished there was wireless apple car play, can’t believe I missed it! I’m loving my new Subaru though 🤩 and the new AVH button, but I still wish it would stay on.

Hi Alex, I saw your previous video that mentioned the screen update putting the seat heater controls on the home screen without having to go one layer in to get to them. I mentioned that at my dealer the last time I had the car in for routine service. Naturally, they didn't know anything about it yet. So just for clarification, you're saying the new screen configuration will be available for update to 20-22 model years through wi-fi? This may be hoping for too much, but do you know if the wireless ACP and AA will be included in that? Thanks!

My wife and I have a 2022 wilderness and I have so many issues with the screen so I’m excited for the new updates.

Cant wait for its arrival...

We bought the 2022 and I have to say, in my opinion that the 2022 is better looking then the 2023. We don't like the beefy wheel cladding. Plus I know that the info system is wireless android and apple play, it really doesn't make that much of a matter in the long run as long as they work. Please, this has NO impact on your videos. I like them and they have been a huge help for our purchase last month. So, keep up the great work!

this is about the biggest im comfortable with having of an infotainment in my car. the graphic design still looks so 2011 despite incremental improvements in software lag and features. i don't get why a phone for example costs $500 and still is far easier to use, customize, etc. and has better hardware underneath than the head unit in $50,000 new cars. take that AC adjustment for example.. if it's going to be used while driving, the LEAST they could do is make it a slider. think like the brightness adjustment on your phone.

Thanks for letting us know that the 2022 get these updates as well. Wish they would have changed the AVH to let us leave it on instead of having to change it each time we start the car, but progress all the same. Maybe later. Great vid as always, thanks.

Gosh, I know the Outback is your personal favorite, but I wish you would have dedicated videos for the 2023 Forester. We just traded in a very, very old Ford Escape for the 2923 Forester and we’re lost! So many gadgets and screens. Oh, and we’re seniors, so that may be why we’re having difficulty adapting. 😊

An engineering accomplishment for Subaru

These updates address a safety issue since adjusting the temp for the seats requires liking away from the road. My 2021 Outback needs this update.

Very helpful as I am wanting to purchase a new Subaru outback

Another great video Alex. Nice to see the updates on the Outback, especially the Infotainment system. I recently had my 2017 Forester in for service and my dealer gave me a 2021 Outback as a loaner. I loved the car, but HATED the Infotainment system. It's nice to see that Suburu listened to their customers. Did they fix the "delay" issue on the touch screen. That too was very annoying. Love your Channel. George in FL.

Thank you for the video, very informative! I'm happy to see the improvements to the software. Nice having the heated/cooled seats on the main page now. Only wish the auto hold feature would default to its last setting. Or perhaps replace the phone settings button next to the home button with the auto hold button. I think this would have been better. After all, how often do you actually have to access phone settings compared to using auto hold?

As always, awesome video/info from Alex… hey Alex, on a different topic, I have a Forester Sport 21 and I have issues with the stinky smell when I turn on the AC. Would you mind creating a video on how to clean and change the filter? Also, give us tips on how to have smell it like new)

Thanks Alex I didn’t know about the direct AVH button and that I can even move the direct AVH button to first home screen . That makes it easier rather than clicking car and then AVH. I wish Subaru had a “ Car Wash”mode which would shut off some of the eyesight features rather than having to manually turn off and on pre collision braking and other settings.

I still think they should put the AVH button where that wireless CarPlay connection bottom is. Even though people who had the new 2023 Outback they will only use that setting once in the while.

will 2022 WRX also get the display update?

Hello Alex! Is the base model worth it?

Thanks for the info- did they also address the potrait Android Auto issue with this update? In otherwords does Android Auto have an effective portrait mode now?

I bought a 2022 OB. Will the new AVH feature be available through the software update you mentioned? Thanks Alex.

The infotainment screen making me want to trade in my 2022 outback.

The large OVH button on the home screen is the one feature I’m looking forward to.

Alex, for the '23 outback, can you possibly show an example of connecting an Android phone wirelessly with Android auto? It would be nice to see how Android auto works with the new update as well! Thanks

Hello I am driving a 2022 WRX, is this update also affecting the Android app? it sucks such waste on the big screen! and I dont feel like changing from samsung to apple hahaha

Hi Alex, I was wondering if you could check in the software section to see what the current version is on the 2023 models. It would be great to know what version to look for when it does roll out. Thanks

I pick up my 23 Wilderness next week. Coming from an 18 Crosstrek

Hi Alex, I'm so glad I got the 2022 forester sport the reason why I didn't get the outback is because of that big monitor and I don't like all that huge plastic clattering around the car either I'm glad I got the 2022 Forester Sport thanks for all your help have a great day ciao ciao....

Hi Alex, did they fix the Android Auto screen layout as well? Thanks!

Another great video Alex. I like more cladding on the wheel wells but Hate it on the front bumper. The nonfunctional air vents on the front cut down on aerodynamics and will always collect dust and dirt. I like the new grill. Keep up the good work and enjoy your day !

Thanks Alex. Can you please use an ANDROID PHONE as well for demonstration. We Android users would love to know, if Android Auto is now supported in full-screen mode or not. Thanks

Hi Alex, For premium models 2022/2023, can a front mount camera be installed? Also, can the Auto Dim Homelink mirror be replaced with a Digital rearview mirror? Thank you

Alex, did Subaru get rid of the push button start? I noticed that there is a key in the ignition spot instead of a button like my 2021.

Will the wireless CarPlay be added to the 23 Or 24 Foresters? I’ve got an Outback Touring now & want to downsize to the Forester next year.

Hi Alex, does this upgrade include the 2022 Outback Wilderness by chance?

Hi Alex can you do a night test and compare beam pattern, height and wideness for different subaru models?

I love my 2023 Subaru outback wilderness

I wish Subaru send a software update for the 2020 and up Outback: wireless Android Auto and Car play, I mean a lot of other cars maker had that working for years now.

The cladding makes it look like Tony Stark

Awesome job Alex! Would this upgrade dor the 22 Subaru outback wilderness? Is Subaru going to still do production on the wilderness additions in the future?

Hello Alex. I have a 2022 Outback and performed the recent update but my screen has not changed. The seat heater and A/C buttons did not change as you explained. Is there something else I need do to activate.

I have a 2020 Subaru Outback Outdoor XT and I was wondering if the update with have the wireless android auto future? I think the other infotainment screen updates too. Great video!

Just want to upgrade my 2021 Crosstrek to this 2023 Outback, the new Onyx trim in Canada!

Hi Alex, great video as always, Do you know if there will be a dealer upgrade available(paid ofrcourse) for anyone with wilderness 22? to get the wireless added? I assume it is just an extra part in the infotainment and not and entire replacement.

does this apply to the 2022 legacy limited as well?

Is the AVH update specific to the 2023 Outback or will it be available for the 2020-2022 Outbacks with software update?

will the new shortcut for the avh be available in the new update for last years model?

Hello Alex thanks for another great video I have the 2022 Outback but after the update I still have the old screen A/C controls and Heat seater are still as they were with the original Is there something else needed to activate the new layout

I was hoping for that AVH setting improvement in a software upgrade. If only they’d make it default to On instead of Off, or make the car keep your setting in Preferences so you don’t have to set it every time you turn the car on.

How do i fix my 2021 forester clock it will not keep the correct time when going between North Dakota and Minnesota. It is correct in Minnesota but when i drive into North Dakota it jumps 5 hours forward!

Who needs Foundations when you’ve got this guy🤣

Question about my 2018 Crosstrek. Subaru cancelled my tracking service. Can I resume it if I update my aerial? email mentioned the 3G service was discontinued. Cheers!

Can't wait to buy this in 2030.

Will the AVH quick button be available for the 2022 update as well.

I haven't watched the video yet, but will these updates apply to the 2023 ascent as well? Thanks! Also a question: Is there a steering wheel button you can press to activate carplay or android auto voice commands? In my pacifica hybrid it's a short press to activate in-car infotainment voice control or you can long-press the same steering wheel button to activate the android auto voice activation.

question. is there a way to download the update from a computer to a USB and then using that to update on the subaru? the wifi in the subaru sucks so i am not able to connect to my home wifi for an update.

Don't care for the extra cladding on he 23 glad I got the 22!

Hi Alex, Can my 2020 Outback Touchsreen be updated to be like the 2023? I have the Onyx XT. Thanks

i have my 11 month old 2024 crosstrek base model ....not sure if there's an upgrade for the dual screen? just in case you some informations to share....many thanks as always....

so even if you have 2021 car, after update carplay will be wireless?

Alex is there a fix for the 2021 outback infotainment system. The screen goes black the radio shuts off apple car play shuts off while using.

Alex, thanks for another great video! Do you know the time frame of the software update for 20-22 outbacks for touch screen? Keep the videos coming!

I just updated my 2021 Onyx, the infotainment system still looks the same, I thought the button's we're going to change?

Hey Alex, do you know if the ventilated seat buttons will be on the main display as well, or still behind a menu? Thanks for all you do!

Hi Alex, I bought 2023 outback wilderness but I couldn't find the tire pressure monitor. can you help me where I can find it? Thx!