Smoother
performance. Greater efficiency. You can have both with Lineartronic® CVT. This innovative transmission technology,
now available on the redesigned 2010 Outback and Legacy, has been engineered to function perfectly with the SUBARU
BOXER® engine and Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. What's more, its design is lightweight to help keep
the vehicle agile, and compact to make the interior more spacious.
Automatic Mode
Lineartronic® CVT can reduce the amount you spend on fuel. Leave it in the Automatic
mode, and the gearless transmission infinitely adjusts to match your acceleration needs -- thereby eliminating the
need to shift, which preserves the vehicle's momentum that can be lost when a conventional automatic transmission shifts
gears. Also, Lineartronic® CVT uses a step-less gear ratio, which allows your engine to run in its optimal power range
for improved fuel economy and performance.
6-Speed Manual Mode
For a more engaged driving experience,
Lineartronic® CVT comes standard with the 6-speed manual mode complete with paddle shifters mounted right at your fingertips.
This system simulates the feeling of a 6-speed manual transmission by allowing you to manually select the gearing ratio
that best fits your driving situation. It comes in handy for confidently merging onto the highway, passing other cars,
or descending hills, as well as making the driving experience feel sharper and sportier.