Anyone tow with Subaru Outback 3.6?
I know this thread is mostly about trucks, but I figure I'd ask. I'm looking to downsize my Xterra to a new Subaru Outback 3.6, rated at 3000 lbs towing. At same time, I would downsize my pup t...
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I tow a 12 ft 2200 lb utility trailer with my 2012 3.6R outback.
I did add a transmission cooler to the 5EAT transmission and monitor the engine and transmission temperatures with a Scan Gauge.
The 3.6R has more power than the cooling system can handle. More power than needed to climb hills at 65 or posted speed limits.
I watch temperatures and back off when transmission gets beyond 250.
I have towed over 12,000 miles with no problem other than having to watch temperature. I have keep accurate hand calculated mpg's and when towing I have an overall average of 20 mpg.
I do have trailer brakes on the utility trailer. I do not recommend towing any trailer with a car without trailer brakes.
I have no knowledge about the new CVT transmissions. I got the 3.6R in 2012 mainly for the 5EAT and very happy with the Outback.
I have also used the Outback off road in SE Arizona and found it a very capable off road vehicle. It will go with the jeeps except when more than 8 inches of ground clearance is needed.
I did add a transmission cooler to the 5EAT transmission and monitor the engine and transmission temperatures with a Scan Gauge.
The 3.6R has more power than the cooling system can handle. More power than needed to climb hills at 65 or posted speed limits.
I watch temperatures and back off when transmission gets beyond 250.
I have towed over 12,000 miles with no problem other than having to watch temperature. I have keep accurate hand calculated mpg's and when towing I have an overall average of 20 mpg.
I do have trailer brakes on the utility trailer. I do not recommend towing any trailer with a car without trailer brakes.
I have no knowledge about the new CVT transmissions. I got the 3.6R in 2012 mainly for the 5EAT and very happy with the Outback.
I have also used the Outback off road in SE Arizona and found it a very capable off road vehicle. It will go with the jeeps except when more than 8 inches of ground clearance is needed.
