2015 Subaru Outback Depreciation
A 11-year-old 2015 Subaru Outback has lost about 64.4% of its roughly $29,995 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $11,245, with most listings between $8,511 and $15,998. Listed examples average 124,232 miles.
2015 Subaru Outback Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2015 Subaru Outback Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 50k–75k mi | $18,590 | 21 |
| 75k–100k mi | $14,674 | 36 |
| 100k–130k mi | $12,210 | 78 |
| Over 130k mi | $9,320 | 102 |
What's a Good Price for a 2015 Subaru Outback?
Great deal
Under $9,590
Typical
$9,590–$14,340
Overpriced
Above $14,340
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 243 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $9,590 and $14,340, with a median of $11,394.
Ownership & Condition
Across 243 2015 Subaru Outback listings.
Accident-free
100%
One-owner
66.7%
Avg owners
1.3
Personal use
100%
2015 Subaru Outback Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
25 MPG
City / Hwy
23 / 30
Fuel / year
$2,550
Fuel
Regular
Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2015 Subaru Outback trim holds its value.
| Trim | Fuel | MSRP | Median Resale | Depreciation | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5i Premium | Gasoline | $26,995 | $10,694 | 64.0% | 69 |
| 3.6R Limited | Gasoline | $32,995 | $13,276 | 65.0% | 24 |
| 2.5i Limited | Gasoline | $29,995 | $11,445 | 65.1% | 98 |
How the 2015 Subaru Outback Compares to Other Years
At 64.4% depreciation, the 2015 Subaru Outback sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2016 has lost 59.5% (around $12,899), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $1,654 more. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2015 Subaru Outback.
Known Issues & Complaints
502 NHTSA complaints, 5 recalls reported.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
121 complaintsThe contact owns a 2015 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the horn was completely inoperative. The dealer was not notified the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage wa
VISIBILITY/WIPER
112 complaintsCracked windshield out of nowhere, starts from the bottom passenger side.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
80 complaintsExhaust manifold bellows crack Exhaust coming into car when idling
POWER TRAIN
34 complaintsAfter a transmission replacement performed by Bud Clary Chevrolet, Inc. in Longview, WA on September 9, 2025, my vehicle was returned to me with critical components left unsecured. On November 19, 2025, an independent mechanic discovered lo
STRUCTURE
29 complaintsDriver door interior, de-bonding of the horizontal crash protection from the outer door panel. Online research indicates this is a common issue.
ENGINE
21 complaintsThe cam carrier has a leak that is causing oil to slowly leak out of the car. The current issue is causing me to have to regularly add oil to the car. My safety is at risk as the car engine could fail while driving which would be me and oth
Top Issues
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- VISIBILITY/WIPER
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- POWER TRAIN
- STRUCTURE
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 16V251000 (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured on July 20, 2015. The brake fluid used in these vehicles may contain
- !Recall 14V577000 (TRAILER HITCHES): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Outback vehicles manufactured January 22, 2014, to August 18, 2014, and equipped with a Subaru accessory trail
- !Recall 15V502000 (POWER TRAIN): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 and 2016 model year Subaru Legacy 4-Door and Outback vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to July 27, 2015. Transmission o
- !Recall 16V292000 (STEERING): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the af
2015 Subaru Outback Listings
Real 2015 Outback listings on the market now.
$17,990
2015 2.5i Premium PZEV · Silver
69,356 mi · Tampa, FL
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$19,590
2015 2.5i Limited PZEV · White
70,730 mi · Sacramento, CA
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$17,590
2015 2.5i Premium · Red
71,718 mi · Charlotte, NC
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$22,590
2015 2.5i Limited PZEV · Green
28,821 mi
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$20,990
2015 2.5i Limited PZEV · Beige
43,806 mi
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$21,590
2015 2.5i Limited PZEV · Silver
51,267 mi
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2015 Subaru Outback worth?
A 2015 Subaru Outback is typically worth around $11,245, with most listings falling between $8,511 and $15,998. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 124,232 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2015 Subaru Outback depreciated?
The 2015 Subaru Outback has lost about 64.4% of its original $29,995 base MSRP — roughly $19,317 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2015 Outback have?
Listed 2015 Outbacks average about 124,232 miles, with most between 82,457 and 162,300. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2015 Subaru Outback?
For a 2015 Subaru Outback, anything under $9,590 is a strong deal, $9,590 to $14,340 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $14,340 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2015 Subaru Outback are computed from 191 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.