Used 2002 Subaru Outback Consumer Reviews
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Good, but...
BT Roseville, 06/09/2009
2002 Subaru Outback AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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With the exception of the lack of interior legroom front and rear, wind noise and engine issues, this is a good car ;). I had no problems for the first 30,000 miles. I had an independent dealer replace the coolant and my problems started. A small coolant leak developed. The dealer put in the Subaru coolant conditioner and told me that it should be fixed. A couple of months later, there was a big puff of steam from under the hood. The driver's side head gasket was replaced at less than 60,000 miles. No problems until about 80,000 miles. This time an oil and coolant leak from the passenger side - head gasket and cam seal. Out of warranty and out of luck. Likely my last Subaru.
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haji, 07/23/2004
2002 Subaru Outback AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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The car is very rattle prone. Dealer fixed 4 rattles with resistance. Wind and outside noise is uncomfortable. Car handles well in snow. Poor break angle prevents it from doing any serious off road. Premium sound system just doesn't sound right - sounds kind of hollow.
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Not impressed
AUDI, 08/19/2004
2002 Subaru Outback Limited AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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We bought it for the AWD for VT winters & mud season. Performs well in the elements but not an enjoyable ride otherwise. The clutch is difficult and the interior seating is small & narrow. Have had to replace the breaks several times. Check engine light comes on frequently. Repairs have gotten expensive - one of the worst cars I've owned. I miss my Honda!!
Subaru Outback Wagon
lovefishing, 09/03/2002
2002 Subaru Outback AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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The Outback is a very reliable and "sensible" vehicle. Third Subaru I have owned - also own(ed) Ford, Isuzu, and GM vehicles. Personally, the AWD and ABS have come in very handy on all of my Subarus, including this most recent purchase. Have avoided several bad situations because the AWD and ABS prevented the accident (this seems more important than how many air bags a vehicle has).
2002 Outback Wagon
Jim, 12/28/2004
2002 Subaru Outback AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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After twenty-six months, this wagon is as much fun to drive as it was when purchased. It is comfortable, economical to operate, and handles wellin any weather and on any surface. Cruising at highway speeds all day is noproblem, but it really stands out duringa major snow storm. We look forward to many more years with this vehicle and will very likely belooking for another Outback Wagon when it's time to trade.