Used 2005 Subaru Outback Consumer Reviews
Fantastic Crossover!
With the H6 boxer, it has plenty of power for driving around town and highway. We bought it to have a comfortable, reliable, around-town car that could go off-road. We couldn't afford a VW Touareg V8. Other cars driven were Toyota 4Runner, Honda Pilot and Acura MDX. The Outback was easier to live with than the 4Runner (too rough in-town), nicer than the Pilot (disappointing finish inside for a Honda), and was a virtual tie with the Acura MDX. The Outback felt more spacious than the Acura while behind the wheel.
fantastic car
My poor nissan pickup truck is getting lonely. I can't get enough of the outback. Comfy, quick, knockout to look at. Subaru has truly out done themselves. We have the L.L.Bean Edition with the boxer 6...wooooohoooo. And having a bit of a growl when you stomp on the gas kinds feels good too. Only complaint is no memory seats. Small small price to pay. Fantastic value.Kudos to Subaru for taking the next step to making the perfect car.
- 3.0 R L.L.Bean Edition WagonMSRP: $9,50086 mi away
- 3.0 R L.L.Bean Edition WagonMSRP: $6,500154 mi away
- 2.5i WagonMSRP: $7,000154 mi away
update on oxygen sensor problem
I bought this vehicle in August 2004 and initially wrote in to Edmunds about an oxygen sensor light that went off immediately after I drove the car off the lot. Following the dealership's replacement of the faulty oxygen sensor (now 7 months ago) I have not had any problems with the car and I continue to enjoy driving it.
lovely to look at lovely to drive
A fine car, thoughtful and energetic. Not too bad on gas and really sure footed on any surface.
Great wagon
Easy loading, excellent handling, engine still performs great after 11 years.
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