2012 Subaru Outback: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

The 2012 Subaru Outback has a towing capacity of 2,700 to 3,000 lbs which is the amount of weight that can be pulled behind it such as an RV or on a trailer. It has a torque between 170 to 247 lb-ft which is the amount of turning power that a car has. It has a payload between 1,047 to 1,196 lbs which is the weight that it can carry inside including the cargo area. It has a tongue weight of 270 and 300 which is the downward force that the tongue of the trailer puts on the hitch. You should always be safe when towing such as doing safety checks before driving. Always check the tires, the brake lights and that the trailer is secured correctly. You can stay safe while driving by braking sooner and making wider turns.