Used 2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i SUV Review
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i SUV.
Most helpful consumer reviews
Good value and safety for utility reasons
Alex Arnold, Denver, CO, 12/02/2015
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
It's a very good car for utility reasons. I mountain bike, ski, and carry lots of sporting gear all over the place. The acceleration is good for the HP and it drives very good for the price. I would recommend this car to others to consider highly because of the value and it's safety. I rarely write reviews, but thought I would given the good experience I have had with this car. The … bluebooth and noise in the car could be improved.
Best car for the money, but the seats will get you
Mary, Indianapolis, IN, 11/01/2015
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
I got a lot more car for my money with this Subaru than if I had bought a Lexus for $20,000 more.
I have had no problems (knock on wood) with this car. Service has been great. However, the seats became so uncomfortable that I had to sell.
Love my 2011 Outback Limitied
Seattle, Coats, NC, 02/25/2016
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
This is a great car. Thinking of trying the Legacy but don't want to give up the capabilities of Outback....I hauled a 42" table, 3 leaves, 4 chairs, 4 legs (they were unattached) and an antique rocker. I was amazed it all fit in but it did.
Bummed
mg82, San Francisco, CA, 12/11/2010
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
Im bummed about my first new car.
My wife and I, recently married and just move cross country to the bay area. We bought a new subaru thinking that they were reliable.
We've had the car for about 5 months now and on several occasions have experienced loss of power and the sent of burnt clutch when heading up hills. In august we recieved a notification from Subaru that there was a recall … maintainance on the transmission. some holes were missing on the transmission coolant tube.
We promptly had the repair taken care of. since that time we have experienced the same issue a few more times.
I think the problem is that the car is too heavy for the base model's engine.
-Bummed
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Spacious interior, excellent outward visibility, crossover-besting cargo space, comfortable ride, perfect crash scores, commendable off-road performance for a wagon, simple controls on lower trims.
- Con:Lacks agility, numb-on-center steering, poor base stereo, fussy controls on upper trims.
Full Edmunds Review: 2011 Subaru Outback SUV
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