More Clearance
Up to 9.5 Inches Off the Ground
Raised suspension gives Wilderness models additional room over rocks, ruts, mud and uneven terrain. Outback Wilderness reaches 9.5 inches, while Crosstrek and Forester Wilderness provide 9.3 inches.
Subaru Wilderness in Atlanta
Built for Georgia. Ready for the Wilderness.
Subaru Wilderness takes the everyday capability of a Subaru and adds factory-engineered upgrades for rough roads, muddy trails, camping trips and weekends that take you farther from the pavement.
2026 Consumer Reports Top Pick Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness
2026 Consumer Reports Top Pick Subaru Forester Wilderness
Consumer Reports Recommended 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness
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What Is Subaru Wilderness?
Wilderness is more than an appearance package. Subaru engineers each Wilderness model with additional capability for drivers who regularly leave smooth pavement behind.
More Traction Control
Dual-Function X-MODE
Standard dual-function X-MODE works with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and provides settings designed for conditions such as dirt, snow, deep snow and mud.
Trail-Ready Hardware
All-Terrain Tires and Protective Design
Wilderness models add all-terrain tires, revised bumpers, protective cladding and improved approach and departure angles for added capability away from pavement.
Built for the Mess
Durable StarTex Interior
StarTex upholstery, protective seatback material and adventure-focused cargo details make it easier to live with muddy boots, dogs, camping equipment and wet outdoor gear.
Why Wilderness Makes Sense in Georgia
You don't have to live out West to use Wilderness capability. Georgia gives you plenty of reasons to want more clearance, tougher tires and a vehicle that's easier to clean up after the weekend.
- North Georgia forest roads Roads in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest can include rough surfaces, mud and water crossings. The extra clearance, all-terrain tires and enhanced traction systems on Wilderness models add useful capability when conditions become less predictable.
- Camping, hiking and trail weekends From Georgia State Parks to camping in the national forest, Wilderness gives you a cabin that's ready for muddy gear, dogs, bikes and everything else that comes home with you.
- Atlanta during the week, adventure on Saturday Wilderness models still give you the comfort, safety technology and everyday usability of a Subaru. The extra capability is there when the pavement ends.
Always follow posted restrictions and current Motor Vehicle Use Maps when driving on National Forest System roads and trails. Road conditions and access can change.
Choose Your Wilderness
Same trail-ready idea, three different ways to fit your life.
Compact Crossover SUV
2026 Crosstrek Wilderness
The smallest Wilderness is easy to live with around Atlanta but adds serious capability when your weekend plans head into the mountains.
- 9.3 in. ground clearance
- 3,500 lbs. maximum towing capacity when properly equipped
- Standard all-terrain tires and dual-function X-MODE
Compact SUV
2026 Forester Wilderness
Forester Wilderness gives you the capability upgrades with a taller, spacious cabin that's especially useful for passengers, pets and camping gear.
- 9.3 in. ground clearance
- 3,500 lbs. maximum towing capacity when properly equipped
- Front underbody protection and dual-function X-MODE
Midsize Off-Road SUV
2026 Outback Wilderness
Outback Wilderness is the most powerful option in the current lineup, combining extra clearance with a standard turbocharged engine and long-distance comfort.
- 9.5 in. ground clearance
- 260-hp turbocharged BOXER engine
- 3,500 lbs. maximum towing capacity when properly equipped
See Wilderness Capability in the Real World
See the redesigned Outback Wilderness leave the pavement and put its additional ground clearance, all-terrain hardware and Wilderness upgrades to work.
We sell Wilderness models, so an independent perspective belongs here too.
Do You Actually Need a Wilderness?
Wilderness makes the most sense if your Subaru regularly carries camping equipment, dogs, bikes or muddy gear, or if your trips include gravel roads, rough trail access, forest roads or places where additional clearance and tougher tires are useful.
If nearly every mile you drive is on pavement, a regular Crosstrek, Forester or Outback may already give you the capability you need. But if your weekends regularly take you beyond the easy route, that's where the Wilderness upgrades start earning their keep.
Subaru Wilderness FAQs
A few things to know before choosing your Wilderness model.
What is Subaru Wilderness?
Subaru Wilderness is a family of factory-engineered off-road-focused vehicles. Wilderness models add raised ground clearance, all-terrain tires, dual-function X-MODE, protective exterior features and other upgrades designed for more challenging terrain.
Which Subaru models come in Wilderness?
The current 2026 Wilderness lineup includes the Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness, Forester Wilderness and Outback Wilderness.
Does every Wilderness model have all-wheel drive?
Yes. Every Subaru Wilderness model comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and dual-function X-MODE for additional traction control.
How much ground clearance does a Wilderness have?
The 2026 Crosstrek Wilderness and Forester Wilderness provide 9.3 inches of ground clearance. The 2026 Outback Wilderness provides 9.5 inches.
Can Subaru Wilderness models tow?
Yes. The 2026 Crosstrek Wilderness, Forester Wilderness and Outback Wilderness each offer up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity when properly equipped.
Is Subaru Wilderness good for Georgia?
Wilderness can be a useful fit for Georgia drivers whose trips include North Georgia forest roads, camping, trailheads, gravel roads or other rough surfaces. The additional clearance, all-terrain tires and enhanced traction systems are designed for conditions beyond normal paved-road driving.
Is Wilderness comfortable enough for everyday driving?
Yes. Wilderness models retain the everyday comfort, passenger space, safety technology and convenience features of their Crosstrek, Forester and Outback counterparts while adding off-road-focused equipment.
Which Wilderness model should I choose?
Choose Crosstrek Wilderness if you want a smaller, easy-to-maneuver SUV, Forester Wilderness if passenger space and an upright cabin are priorities, or Outback Wilderness if you want the most ground clearance and a standard 260-horsepower turbocharged engine.
Vehicle features and specifications are based on U.S.-market 2026 model information available as of September 2026 and may change. Towing requires proper equipment. Always verify the specifications of the specific vehicle you are considering.
Find Your Subaru Wilderness
Crosstrek, Forester or Outback, the best Wilderness is the one that fits how you actually get outside. Explore the Wilderness models available at Classic Subaru of Atlanta.
