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Used 2003 Subaru Outback Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

Begin of an love affair

wolfgang, 01/14/2003
2003 Subaru Outback L.L. Bean Edition AWD 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I had a high expectations in this car, coming from a SUV having driven before a 325ix wagon which was just too small. I have considered teh A4 wagon, but the value of the Bean Outback was just not to beat. Car is within 5,000 miles the second time in for repair for some minor electronics problems. Love the 4x4 handling, the build quality and the versatility for everyday use. The car does not feel like 212 horses, more like 150 below 4,000rpm, Subaru has to work on that. Fuel economy does not reach factory promises and stays around 20-22mpg. Otherwise I would feel comfortable to recommend this car as everyday 4x4 around-town-zipper.

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4 out of 5 stars

good suv alternative

adhong, 05/21/2003
2003 Subaru Outback Limited AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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handles great thanks to awd...does everything you would need an suv for with more comfort. ive had mine for about 4 months, and ive been really happy with it so far. service and sales have been great.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

great vehicle for the money, fun driving

cash register, 08/20/2003
2003 Subaru Outback VDC AWD 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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This vehicle has a very tight feel and is fun to drive, especially around curves where other similarly priced vehicles don't hug the road. It performs great at high speeds and changing lanes at high speeds is a breeze.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

50 hp more & $5k less it'd be the best

daveB, 01/23/2003
2003 Subaru Outback VDC AWD 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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3rd subaru for me and everyone a winner. for solid reliable transport with tons of comfort and convenience features you can't go wrong. I paid $31K for my VDC wgn and happily did so even though it was too much for a subie. still i knew what subarus are all about & i was getting a 6 cyl, VDC, 2 sunroofs and the macintosh stereo plus heated seats etc etc..A Volvo XC/Audi Allroad for way less but now the A4 and Passat wgn are all over it for price hence my title. Turbo this motor and we'd have a world beating winner.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I LOVED my Outback!!!!

Kt, 06/05/2003
2003 Subaru Outback Limited AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
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I loved my Outback so much. I bought it even though it broke the bank, but it had all the features I could ever want on it. I drove this car in 18" of snow and did not get stuck AT ALL!!!!

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