Used 2013 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M) Consumer Reviews
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Oil guzzling noise maker
Lori, Portage, MI, 12/07/2018
Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I wanted this outback so badly that I bought it used in 2015 and didn’t realize there were already reports of trouble with this year model. I went from adding a little extra oil now and then to a quart every 500-600 miles. And then, a noise developed. It got louder. And louder. AND LOUDER. Apparently it’s the transmission. (You can find multiple videos of 2013’s with the same problem online.) Repairs would be more than the car is worth. I’m disappointed to say the least, and won’t buy another Subaru.
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oil consumption
zoltan1469, Snohomish, WA, 06/20/2014
Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
we purchased our first new car, very exciting.. First year burned through oil, a lot of oil! dealer said this was normal, we weren't checking properly, might have a problem. did oil consumption test, obviously a problem 1 quart every 700 miles. Subaru talerance is 1/3 quart every 1000? Subaru replaced the rings, and still there's a problem. we've now reached 26K miles. No new fixes. we were advised to carry a quart of oil with us. "I don't think so!" If the 2014 is the same as the 2013 you are making a mistake purchasing this car. If they tell you it's normal.. Its Not.. Let Subaru admit and fix this "alleged" issue first, then this will be a great car.
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Never again another subaru
Laura, Saint Louis, MO, 03/12/2019
Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have had to replace catalytic converter and the car is less than five years old. Had to replace solenoid due to dash lights all flashing like 4th of July . Spent nearly $7500 over the course of a year on repairs and the parts for Subaru are extremely expensive
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Great car for the Money
cdose, Eugene, OR, 12/12/2013
Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Recently got this car in July 2013. I wasn't thinking of spending the money for a new car but somehow I found one on the lot for 4k off sticker and went for it. It was a great choice, the car is incredible sturdy, useful, easy to drive, it came with a manual which was important to me. The backseats are much more comfortable than any SUV I have been in, lots of space in the back too. First snow of the season hits and I could not be more pleased with how the car handles. The only thing you have to worry about is the cars around you, this thing is just phenomenal in the snow, especially with a manual transmission.
Complete Slug
Bob H, Germantown, MD, 08/07/2015
Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
While the base engine reports to have 170+ Hp, you would never know it. The torque curve is horrible and all of it's power is at the top end. In addition, mine has the now infamous oil consumption problem that Subaru still claims is perfectly normal. My dealer has gone to filling with 5W-20 oil instead of the 0W-20 required just to prevent me from having to add a quart of oil every 2000 miles, or so. Not to mention that you are required to put full synthetic oil, 6 qts of it, in an oil change. The dealer charges $60 for an oil change and I still have to add two qts of oil (at nearly $10/qt) between changes. I change oil every 7500 miles and get hounded by the dealer to change at 3000 miles even though the manual suggests 10K miles. The stereo sounds like a 70's AM unit unless you are using the iPod input. Stereo capture is very poor. Speakers are poor quality. The interior is designed fairly well, but the use of cheap materials covers that up. Seats are generally comfortable, though. I bought the car for it's cost of ownership, as it does hold it's value well, but I cannot figure out why. Mostly because of the terrible engine, I will not buy another Subaru.
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