Desert Off-Road Test // 2020 Subaru Outback XT Onyx Edition 

Totally agree with the fake shift points. Every “shift’ is a point of inefficiency and reduces the acceleration. They should have a setting that lets you turn off the fake shift programming.

i would love an STI Outback

I have had the onyx since November 2019 and I love it!!!! I wanted to keep it for only 2-3 yrs but I changed my mind. I am keeping it for life! It’s very fast, comfortable and when off road I have a blast. I can’t wait for the winter months because that’s when it really shines!

My wife loves her 19' 3.6r outback! I can even appreciate just how comfortable of a highway cruiser it is.

You're about the only one I've seen take this through the paces like this. Love it

Even if I would never be interested in the car you're reviewing, I appreciate your non-traditional reviews. And fast wagons FTW.

Your humor is unmatched. I'd watch you review a rock!

Your video popped into my feed as I am currently eyeballing the Outback Onyx XT and I'm really glad it did! I absolutely love your sense of humor!

I love your way with words & description of things. Never stop being unique. Keep being you.. ☺

Always get a chuckle out of ALL your videos, even with little Sarah in tow. Shopped long and hard for my current vehicle this summer (2018 Forrester XT Limited w/Tech - that’s the Canadian Touring). Your reviews and your mods have been an inspiration - in fact your videos helped me decide to buy used, cuz XT! You’re the best!

Keep being who you are and never change. Love your content !!!

I always liked fast wagons & would like an STI version, too. The Outback's have had the folding roof rack for a while now. I'm with you on the CVT.

I know probably 8 abandon warehouse Sarah's, and you are my favorite.

Yes! The Sarah signature seat bolster move. Sarah finally gets why the seat bolster move is so thoroughly enjoyed by some.

Heck ya! Love our Touring XT! Only went back to the Outback because they brought the XT back. GREAT review - wish I had sand like that to drive it on....

Thank you so much for being honest about the seat with the sweat. I live in a hot climate and now know that I will be buying the version with the ventilated seats.

Stop buying minivans and SUV's. Need more wagons in the world.

Probably the best 2020 XT review I've seen. Pretty spot on to what I was saying to myself about everything when I was checking out the car out before buying it. I threw the crux motorsports chrome delete vinyl on and now I'm patiently waiting for RS-R to release the i-Jouge coilovers in a few months.

Owned a 2010 outback premium 6 speed. Got tboned (broadway-wilmot) now have a 2010 Forester XT. I like the Forster for everyday. But on long drives you cannot beat the driving position in the outback.

Love the technical details, great review to watch. Subscribed.

Your the first reviewer that actually took this car through its paces and drove the car I love that!!!!! Because iam thinking abour getting an xt outback or forester for 2025

Hi Sarah, my wife and I enjoy your channel. Feed back from this video. Your glasses reflection during your in car scenes hid your eyes and masked a lot of your facial expressions. Keep up the great work! Looking forward to watching more video!!!!

" a bearded mountain chicken", i actually 'Laughed Out Loud' for the 1st time in months! And I love fast wagons also.

I love your style of reviewing cars! Keep it up!

Totally agree on the chrome Sarah. Why, Why, Why? 🧐

Your critique of car design got me to subscribe. Never put a lot of thought into the design choice manufacturers make from the factory. Taking a closer look at more than the drive train now. You do this better than most online car reviewers.

Best review ever.- keep it up Sarah - never change your car reviews or personality...

OMG I'm glad I found your video. best auto journalism yet! 😜

I liked the IS 300 sport wagon from Lexus.

You've said it in previous videos and you're absolutely right, the manual transmission has become a luxury option we'll pay extra for if it's offered. If they sold this with a manual it'd be at the top of my list for a new car. If they sold an STI level one with a manual, I'd buy one immediately!

I think someone was eating a bag of Skittles when they were making the decision on the stitching color. Lol 🤣

This chick has character. Absolutely fantastic! I’m in love.

3:38 you just made me spray my drink on my screen XD

Very enjoyable assessment. My salt n pepper beard loved it. Love the fact you did NOT mash on it from a dead stop. You are my new car superhero Sarah! ✔😉 Thx again!!!

Finally a great video on an Outback XT! I just bought the 2022 Touring XT and love it. 👍🏻👍🏻

The sound track stood out and added to the show. I liked it.

7:18 I love your choice of bg music here.👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼 HELLA vibey fantastic job Sarah. ❤️ from Vegas🌆

This is the first time I’ve seen any of you videos. You’re awesome! I’m a fan.

8:00 T this is really deep and loose sand. I live here, and must insist that this wash-bottom sand is no joke. Any vehicle making it out this is awesome.

Yet another great car review. I noticed that you had your "Garage science" glasses on, during the normal part of the review. I don't know why, but suggest that you continue to do so. The look suits you very well. Love your channel!

Oooo...the sound track for the first off road section! More! More!

You're so fun , thanks for being you

I just ordered a 22 Outback limited XT I was unsure if I needed the XT or not but your video has proven to me that I made the right decision to spend the extra dough on the turbo. Great video as usual. Thanx

First I love Subarus, Second, the weirdness and random noises are great and why I subscribed. Thank you for this video.

I too have a fetish for fast wagons. Just picked up an XT, and I love it! An STI would ROCK and - yes. Would buy.

Love the shoes, Sarah! And your videos..

Had two 91/92 quad cam turbo wagons Still miss them as the handling and speed were awesome No one gives a wagon a second look so you can surprise lots of fast cars Great review

this was absolutely fantastic. thank you for existing xD

When fabreez first came out people returned the bottles because it didn't have a scent, I say this in regards to your CVT issues.

If there’s someone else who does such thorough and entertaining car test videos I am totally unaware of who they are 😊❤️ and that’s the truth 👍

I own an Outback and I really felt that when you said "and then fake shift, and then pause..."

Not bad. Appreciate the full perspective candid analysis

Oh, Gump has family in town I see. Nice! ;o)

Absolutely stunning! Nice vehicle also

What a great all-around vehicle, a real value actually.

You are so adorable and funny! I don't use love, very often, but I love your channel! Just can't wait for your videos! Lmao

This car was never in my radar until now. People keep telling me Subaru is an old person car, don’t get the outback cause mostly old people own it. But now I’m like screw that, this car looks so cool. Now I want this one

I just got a 2021 blue abyss Outback Onyx. Awesome power and torque. My only complaint is the shrill sound system with a whopping 3 band EQ. But still a freaking awesome ride.

I came to RU-vid to watch Subaru Outback videos (because duh) and aimlessly clicked here. The lack of traditional automotive journalism was welcome and the wacky humor was not lost. I just got rid of my '05 Dodge Magnum RT and got an '11 Outback 3.6R so I've got a thing for fast wagons too haha you've found a new subscriber in me tonight 🤙

Parabéns pelo trabalho! Ótimo conteúdo!

Hi Miss Sarah n Tuned I have a 2016 Forester and live in snow country, daily driver and the CVT has not been an issue "Yet" Love love your channel.

I am also somewhat confused on pretty good enthusiasm for X and then a lesser score at end. But LOVE your self-assured, cocky attitude with desert dry sense of humor. Makes my day.

I have a 22 Onyx XT first upgrade was a Nameless stainless cat back exhaust muffler delete system. It is a must have.

Amazing car in an amazing land. Great review

I click on this channel specifically for the car reviews, they are awesome....the project stuff is on point too...

Love the Safety of that car and the off road capability ...

OMG the old hide the tip game my fav!!!!

I would absolutely be a customer of any car company that makes a 400 hp station wagon.

Sarah, I read that Subaru programmed the CVT cars so that it does it will bog on a WOT start. This prevents damage and wear to the CVT. It will effectively build torque, similar to what you did with rolling on the throttle.

A 400 horsepower STI version of the Outback would need active ride height suspension to make sense of it on and off road. It's difficult to make a car that has everything. Very impressed with this one's off-road capabilities. Great camera work. Thanks for the nice review.

Great video Sarah!!!

LOVED the review. Thanks!

Love, love, love your video’s ❤️

umm..... Subscribed! This was a weird and amazing review. Loved it!

Love your videos. But I'm always a little confused about some of the scores, which often seem lower than I'd expect for something/feature that you seemed to like a lot.

Great review Sarah...

Sarah , those folding roof racks been on Subarus for a while. I have them on my 2018 Outback Premium. Those racks are noisy unless folded in. But those racks will hold anything

2nd watch. ! that vinyl scratch sound at the end of seat bolster view ! 🍪

Lol... “hide the tip”... that had me dying

I just got (2 weeks ago) a 2024 OBXT and am liking it so far. I git it with 1500 miles on it as the Sales Manager had been driving it as a Demo. My first Subaru was a 2002 WRX Wagon (pretty sure it was in the Impreza line at that time). I loved that car as it was the first Stick I ever had with a Turbo. I only had the car for a little over a year, but it was great in snow and on the dry street. I see your point in comparing these 2 cars, although I have not had the Outback in snow yet. Great review!!!

Yeah!! Bombing through the Pantano Wash, always loads of fun if the Sheriff doesn't come spoil it for you.😁 Big Time's 78 Malibu is a ridiculously fast wagon, I think the turbo can swallow small children.

So funny my mom who lives in Tucson took delivery of the very first 21’ Onyx outback that arrived- and took it into the desert today to off road lol

I would like to see you get a Wilderness Edition Outback!

I love her unfiltered rawness. Best auto reviewer.

I'm not a Subaru fan, but I am a Sara fan. Great video!!!

Those tips are definitely hidin . Awesome review as always 👏 👌

X-Mode 2 Fun Facts: Deep Snow / Mud is the mode that allows for more wheel slip. Hence that's what I use for really loose sand. And X-Mode deactivates above 20mph if I'm not mistaken. Thanks for the badass review.

I have this car in white, just did Bay Area - Boise, ID and back trip, 90 mph (i know, i know) on I-80 from Reno, NV to Winnemucca, NV, 6-7 hours driving and no problems at all. Super comfy on a highway.

That blue is nice!

The Touring XT model with vented seats is the bomb😁👍

Would never buy one but I see sarah, I push through and watch it.

Will be looking forward to your Wilderness review.

Never try ordering parts after watching one of Sarah's videos - thingy-doos are not generic....

Yes I would buy that.

STi with a stick, put a 2" lift and skid plates on it, all terrain tires, get it or wrap it in Forest Service Green

My 90-year old mom purchased one of these back in March. I drive her around in it. It is a hoot! By the way, 400 bhp and 400 to 500 lb-ft of torque would be amazing in this car!

A bearded mountain chicken! OMG!!!😂😂😂 I lost track how many times I laughed out loud watching this video! Thanks Sarah!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

A 400+ hp Outback would be great. It would be a popular project if you built it. What do you think about run flat tires, particularly off road in the meatballs for weekend warriors and stock vehicles?

You're my favorite car reviewer! My 2004 Mazda 6 Sport Wagon is nearing the end of it's life at 245K, and there's not many options to replace it. We keep cars for a very long time, and so they have to be reliable. I'm not sure I can stand a CVT. My wife's 2016 manual Mazda 3 is a blast to drive for a commuter car. ... I have two big dogs, and my vehicle has to be suitable for them. So there's the Outback, but the nearest Suburu dealers are awful. They also get pretty pricey moving up the line. The other option seems to be a CX-5 Turbo. VWs simply aren't reliable. The Buick wagon is a snoozer....I wish there were more options.

Glad you did this video I’m actually planning to buy that car in 2021