2017 Subaru Outback Depreciation
A 9-year-old 2017 Subaru Outback has lost about 56.1% of its roughly $32,390 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $14,709, with most listings between $11,692 and $20,990. Listed examples average 102,154 miles.
2017 Subaru Outback Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2017 Subaru Outback Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 30k–50k mi | $22,794 | 14 |
| 50k–75k mi | $20,245 | 47 |
| 75k–100k mi | $17,978 | 71 |
| 100k–130k mi | $14,412 | 65 |
| Over 130k mi | $10,424 | 58 |
What's a Good Price for a 2017 Subaru Outback?
Great deal
Under $13,192
Typical
$13,192–$19,990
Overpriced
Above $19,990
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 259 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $13,192 and $19,990, with a median of $16,399.
Ownership & Condition
Across 259 2017 Subaru Outback listings.
Accident-free
100%
One-owner
33.3%
Avg owners
1.7
Personal use
66.7%
2017 Subaru Outback Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
25 MPG
City / Hwy
23 / 30
Fuel / year
$2,550
Fuel
Regular
Engine
3.6L 6-cyl
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2017 Subaru Outback trim holds its value.
| Trim | Fuel | MSRP | Median Resale | Depreciation | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5i | Gasoline | $25,645 | $13,998 | 52.3% | 10 |
| 2.5i Premium | Gasoline | $27,695 | $13,344 | 52.8% | 48 |
| 2.5i Limited | Gasoline | $32,390 | $15,185 | 56.3% | 86 |
| 2.5i Touring | Gasoline | $35,995 | $18,145 | 56.7% | 11 |
| 3.6R Limited | Gasoline | $34,995 | $15,497 | 57.7% | 27 |
| 3.6R Touring | Gasoline | $38,195 | $16,241 | 58.7% | 18 |
How the 2017 Subaru Outback Compares to Other Years
At 56.1% depreciation, the 2017 Subaru Outback sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2018 has lost 51.5% (around $16,688), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $1,979 more. The older 2016 sits at 59.5% (around $12,899), so dropping back a year saves about $1,810. 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 2017 Subaru Outback.
Known Issues & Complaints
915 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls reported.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
381 complaintsI think recall work was not done, but says it was done (or is not open). Does it say when and where recall work was done? This car has a parasitic battery drain, 3 batteries in 3 years, required 2 jump starts, 1 call to AAA. There is a reca
VISIBILITY/WIPER
187 complaintsMy Outback has been through 5 genuine Subaru windshields this year, and 7 since 2019. Only one was impact damage, the rest developed cracks after installation. One only lasted 3 days after being replaced. Others have lasted 3 months. There
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
134 complaintsThe front passenger window does not work correctly all the time. The driver is not able to put the window up when pressing button on driver’s side and the passenger needs to keep pressing button to have it go back up again. So if the driver
POWER TRAIN
41 complaintsAT ABOUT 112,000 MILES, MY 2017 SUBARU OUTBACK'S TRANSMISSION SHOWED SIGNS OF FAILURE. THE "MANUAL SHIFT" GEAR LEVER POSITION WOULD NO LONGER INCREASE OR DECREASE THE TRANSMISSION RPM AND A WHIRRING AND CLICKING NOISE BECAME APPARENT AND IN
VISIBILITY
30 complaintsThe contact owns a 2017 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied in the garage, the contact’s son opened the garage door and became aware of a crack on the front passenger’s side windshield. A deal
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
25 complaintsThe contact owns a 2017 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The contact lifted her foot off the brake pedal and then firm
Top Issues
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- VISIBILITY/WIPER
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- POWER TRAIN
- VISIBILITY
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 19V910000 (AIR BAGS): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Outback vehicles. A replacement air bag control module may have been installed that is not compatible with the passe
- !Recall 16V576000 (SUSPENSION): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Outback vehicles manufactured June 20, 2016, to June 23, 2016. The affected vehicles may have improperly tight
- !Recall 16V716000 (STEERING): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured September 21, 2016, to September 23, 2016. In the affected vehicles,
- !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
2017 Subaru Outback Listings
Real 2017 Outback listings on the market now.
$22,590
2017 2.5i Limited · Silver
42,232 mi · Columbus, OH
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$21,990
2017 3.6R Limited · White
57,724 mi · Richmond, VA
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$19,590
2017 2.5i Touring · Black
82,096 mi · Charlotte, NC
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$23,998
2017 2.5i Premium · White
11,531 mi · Roseville, CA
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$25,998
2017 2.5i Limited · Black
18,116 mi · Omaha, NE
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$23,287
2017 3.6R Touring · Blue
35,031 mi · Charlotte, NC
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2017 Subaru Outback worth?
A 2017 Subaru Outback is typically worth around $14,709, with most listings falling between $11,692 and $20,990. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 102,154 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 2017 Subaru Outback depreciated?
The 2017 Subaru Outback has lost about 56.1% of its original $32,390 base MSRP — roughly $18,171 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 2017 Outback have?
Listed 2017 Outbacks average about 102,154 miles, with most between 65,600 and 141,338. 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 2017 Subaru Outback?
For a 2017 Subaru Outback, anything under $13,192 is a strong deal, $13,192 to $19,990 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $19,990 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 2017 Subaru Outback are computed from 200 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.