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Better for highway than city
Kathy, 09/10/2018
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My husband wanted this care when we were regularly driving into the mountains and it was great for that. Now we mostly drive it around town and I don't like maneuvering and parking such a big vehicle. It's wide and long, and just more car than we need for our daily errands.
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Fun car
McD90, 02/22/2017
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This was the first good car that I have owned and it is the only car I will ever buy again. I bought this car at 90,000 miles and am now at 106,000 and still going incredibly strong. My girlfriend and I do a lot of camping and mountain biking and this is perfect for that. I have made some modifications to my car (brush guard, fog lights, new wheels, roof rack, etc.) so that has made it more capable by far but even stock it is incredible for all activity. I live in Wisconsin so a car that can brrap in snow is a must and this does exactly that.
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new subaru, 10/05/2010
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
We wanted a 4 wheel drive for the Maine winters also we needed the room have 3 kids. We also wanted better mpg than our trailblazer was giving us. Test drove 5 different cars/suvs. Really like the Volvo xc70 then again who wouldn't just to much $$$$$. The Subaru has a great feel and ride. Remember it's not a luxury car. Very roomy inside for all passengers and cargo. We have less then 1000 mi but averaging around 29 mpg. Problems sunroof has a small leak which is being fixed at dealership they say they have seen this with other Subaru's. Also one of the rear speakers is not working hopefully will be fixed as well. I'll let ya know.
Don't let your car die:(
michaelborge, 04/08/2011
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 11 people found this review helpful
I am really unhappy that I bought my car. I have had it four weeks and it has spent the last 3 days in the shop. One of my kids left a dome light on in the car over night and it died. The next morning I tried to jump it and it wouldn't jump. The car had stopped recognizing my keys and remote starter. I had to get it towed and reprogrammed. I don't want a car that is going to need to be towed if the battery goes dead. The gas milage is no where near thirty like it say that it can get. I average about 20 on the highway.
need new engine
dummy1234, 02/16/2011
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
12 of 36 people found this review helpful
the outback suffers from a fair 4 cylinder engine. it takes 75 horse power for the all wheel drive system. which leaves only leaves 95 hp. thats why it is a poor performer. and the cvt transmission makes the engine drone. previous 2009 didn't drone. time to replace boxer engine?? also headlights don't shine far enough to front - mostly to sides ???
Awesome!
AppyTreks, 07/21/2010
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Test drove and researched lots of SUVs: Pilot, Santa Fe, Sonata, Rav4, Highlander, Xterra, and Equinox. Came back to the Outback because it had the whole package, reliability, AWD, fuel economy, ground clearance, quiet and smooth ride. I've had it a week now (300 miles) and have driven it up rough mountain roads, on the interstate and in town - I'm very pleased with my Outback. My main concern before buying it was the 4 cylinder engine, but I've got plenty of power AND I'm getting 28 mpg. Got the limited package with sunroof option (no nav) - love the auto air, XM radio, Bluetooth and the overall layout and look of the dashboard (esp. at night). Looks great with the black leather interior.
Love it!
Damage450, 08/18/2010
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We purchased our first Subaru ever in July of 2010 and we couldn't be happier. The car rides great, is comfortable, has plenty of cargo room, and gets great fuel mileage. We are averaging 31.8 MPG over the first 1500 miles we have put on it. Now, we do drive the speed limit so I am sure that helps.
Right sized
marionman1973, 08/29/2011
2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My wife and I are the proud new owners of a 2011 Outback Limited 3.6R. We got it three weeks ago because we were expecting. Baby boy was born last week. We came down to two choices: The Ford Explorer and the Outback. After several test drives in each my wife picked the one I was hoping for. The Explorer was a little to big and while the My Ford touch interface is cool all I could see was something that would break in a year. We live in a city so while you want a good size vehicle you have to be aware that it can be a problem when looking for a place to park and when you trying to get through traffic. It has significantly more room than the other crossovers. Very Happy so far.
Very Impressed
Nittany Lion, 11/09/2010
2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just bought new 3.6r limited, very impressed. Wife has an '07 rav4 6 cylinderlimited, but I chose ob as need to climb our snow/ice mountain to home in north central pa. Slid down backwards in rav4 3 times last year. Computer shuts down power when wheels spin. Ob leather seats are the most comfortable I've ever had, ride is unbelievable (a ride on a cloud) for a crossover. Toyota much stiffer and much louder inside- cannot talk front to rear on a trip. Mileage pretty good, acceleration great. Fit and finish good. Exterior lines cool, interior plush and techie. No steering shimmy and my dealership has never seen any. I am very happy with ob indeed.
Drop in mileage after recall
Johnson Burdge, 11/12/2010
2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love my 2011 Outback Limited. Size, handling, CVT, and comfort are great. Loved the gas mileage until there was a recall for updating the software for the pollution control system. Letter said it would not affect mileage. That was not the case. I had a significant drop in highway, city, and combined driving mpg. I have just gotten excuses from customer service. This is my sixth Subaru and I have been an advocate for years, but his situation is disappointing. Has anyone else had this problem?