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Great Car
Mifflin Mary, 09/29/2010
2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've only had it a short time. I'm looking forward to taking a trip with it. I had an Impala before and had it for 8 years. I really liked it. But not as much as I like my outback. I compared and test drove a lot of other cars before I bought our outback. I read al lot of reviews and none compared. I always came back to this one.
Best performance and reliable vehicle
Kristi, 12/20/2018
2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car drives so tight and smooth on the road in all conditions. I have had this car for 7 years and it drives that same as the day I bought it. The only negative is the radio interface, is so outdated. It was outdated the year it came out. This car has nine lives.
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Nicest Ride Suburu for $
Eric SUNDQUIST, 10/29/2015
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Don't look anymore. Find a one owner .We have every option available. Just now writing review. 49,000. Perfect. Just follow owners manual. Very quick 2.5 I 6 speed with flippers. Sweet Harmon Carmen 9 speakers. Overall awsome and fun economic
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Good choice
Ann_S, 07/24/2010
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
We just purchased a 2011 outback limited 4 cyl and are very satisfied. Was concerned the steering would be too tight, the acceleration would not be good, the air would not be good and the radio reception would not be good. None were true. Car handles great, air cools the car quickly, acceleration is just what it needs to be, steering curves takes some handling because the car is designed to hug the road. No complaints. Did a lot of research on- line, several test drives and got a good buy. Made my deal on the phone after multiple e-mail. Recommend over the CR-V or RAV4. RAV4 seats were hard to push back but drove well. CR-V passenger was pushed around on curves and with braking
Awesome mini-SUV with capable engine
faster_1, 04/29/2011
2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Finally found guts to get rid of my "Thirsty Elephant on hormones" - 2006 Jeep Commander. Both me and my wife love everythng about Outback and the 3.6 really moves it. Leather quality comparable only to Infinity. Everything is where it is expected to be. My only couple of little gripes are: (1) Can't raise the back glass (need to pop the entire door) which I find pretty irritating especially if you need to bring a few 10 ft 2x4's from Home Depot. (2) Also, it is strange that only driver's side mirror has one-touch up feature and you need to hold the button full time to close the passenger windor. But otherwise, it is a blast to drive. No regrets whatsoever. Get a 3.6R for sure!
Horrible Mistake
mulligan8, 02/06/2014
2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
12 of 22 people found this review helpful
Bought 3.6R limited with 25,000 miles and have had constant problems with suspension. I have had in dealer 3 times and 2 other shops and no one has a clue. I replaced front shocks as dealer suggested-- of course NOT under warranty. Car still makes clunking noises over small road imperfections and VERY noisy as well . Seats comfortable but made with cheap leather and all interior bits seem slapped together. Got the 6 cylinder because of power and the 4 cylinder with CVT rubber band transmission pathetic-- yet Subaru still somehow succeeds in make the six sound like a 4 cylinder. Can't wait to get rid of it...Never again
Should have been better
lfdal54, 09/21/2010
2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 15 people found this review helpful
Seats are comfortable and its easy to find a great seating position. Leather seems of good, but not great, quality. Cabin reasonably quiet. The ride is very busy, harsh even, really jiggly on uneven pavement. Lots of road feel transmitted back into the steering wheel, and increasing over time so that I now have the oscillation problem. Front end makes a decent clunking sound anytime I'm turning into a driveway at anything other than a crawl. The real downside on mine is the 5-spd AT. a shuddering, engine lugging abomination at low rpm. Operation of all the above described as normal. The engine is about the best feature of the car smooth, quiet and great acceleration.
Good Car but not too Reliable
Amy Grund, 10/10/2020
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2011 Subaru outback (limited) for almost 2 years now. I have to say the parts replacement is cheap and easy (brakes, etc.). But MAJOR issues with overheating. I have had the radiator replaced, the thermometer and gasket replaced and it still has problems. Next replacement might have to be the water pump if the issue is not resolved. The car is great for driving on rougher dirt roads (with a good set of tires) but the acceleration is slow. Note: this car has major highway miles at over 240,000 so its been used A LOT.
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Swiss Army Knife
pulse1, 03/19/2011
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car does it all. needed a car that would carry my family, safely, over the blizzard strewn highways surrounding the great lakes. This is the car for the job. Extra niceties include safety, cargo area, people area, a nice interior finish and great highway MPG. I like this car.
Great safety ratings, excellent visability
Greg Cusack, 03/19/2019
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My wife and I have owned five Subarus in the past 25 years, and have loved them all. The Outback is a more luxurious version of the Forester; I have loved its comfortable and supportable seats since I bought the car. Its AWD technology is superb, and its ride and handling are excellent. A great vehicle!
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