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Used 2002 Subaru Outback Consumer Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great wagon

vivatahoe, 04/15/2003
2002 Subaru Outback Limited AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had an SUV, traded in for the wagon and I really am impressed. On the freeway, 70mph to 100mph is way too easy to reach in my 5 speed tranny and seems effortless. The best part is the AWD system in the snow! No more snowchains (unless it's blizzard outside). Backseat can be folded down to increase trunk space and I've able to move one bedroom worth of stuff (besides the bed and big furnitures) in one trip. Though the leather seats isn't the most comfortable thing in the long drive despite all the different seating positions adjusted. Fuel economy is pretty good for this size car.

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5 out of 5 stars

My subaru

seabeewife, 04/20/2007
2002 Subaru Outback AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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This is the best car I have ever owned. Handles awesomely in the rain, snow, ice and dry pavement. I can't think of a better car I would want to own.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Quality

Area51, 04/21/2003
2002 Subaru Outback VDC AWD 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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1st 6 cylinder Subaru I've owned. Justifies the higher price absolutely! By far the best and safest Subaru I've owned. A"Can Do" sedan in the SUV world. You own the pavement in comfort in this car.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Good Car

hey, 07/02/2002
2002 Subaru Outback Limited AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my second Subaru Outback and I've had no problems with either one. The car has great features and a good fit and finish. My friends are always amazed with the amount of cargo it can carry. It also does a great job hauling my ski's and mountain bikes around.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Almost a Great Car

DCU, 05/23/2007
2002 Subaru Outback Limited AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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Had the clutch "shudder" early and dealer eventually fixed it after repeated failed attempts to duplicate the problem. No problems since it was replaced. Wind noise on highway is annoying. Leg room in rear seats is too small. Mileage hasn't been up to advertised. Never gotten more than 26 mpg and usually it's only 20-22, even on highway. Great in snow, suspension and tire life are fantastic, extremely versatile, brakes are decent, winter package and amenities make this a real enjoyable car overall and I have found it reliable.

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