Subaru of America, Inc. has announced that the 2018 Outback and Legacy earned the highest possible rating of 'Good' for the new passenger side small overlap crash test from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The passenger side overlap crash test sends a vehicle into a barrier at 64km/h with just 25 percent of the vehicle's front end overlapping the barrier on the passenger side.

It mimics what happens when the front passenger-side corner of a vehicle collides with another vehicle or with an obstacle such as a tree or utility pole. This test will be added to the IIHS crashworthiness evaluations for the 2018 Top Safety Pick+ award. The 2018 Outback participated in the first test group that included 13 mid-size cars and was one of the top performers according to the IIHS. The Outback's 'Good' passenger-side rating also applies to the 2018 Legacy.

The 2018 Subaru Outback continues as a segment leader after more than 20 years. With standard equipment, including Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, X-Mode, Hill Descent Control, Hill Holder and a generous 8.7-inch ground clearance, the roomy Outback is a master of outdoor-oriented activities and everyday family hauling. The 2018 Legacy, the roomiest sedan in the mid-size segment, features revised styling and significant upgrades to comfort, safety, and multimedia capability.