Used 2013 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) Consumer Reviews
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My first Subaru - 900 mile review
wolfie8, Chicago, IL, 09/25/2012
Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
I like the uniqueness of this car, I'm glad they priced it sensibly. It is really good value considering the capabilities and quality you get. I like the elevated stance & feel it gives you when driving. Love the ground clearance. The clean look from underneath with nothing hanging down. 1st tank all city was 24.7mpg. 2nd tank mostly highway@80mph w/4 adults 25.9 mpg -both hand calculated. The CVT is awesome. I drive manuals too but this is a great transmission. Keeps rpm's low in most situations and offers good thrust. This car is a pleasure to drive. Quiet. Solid. I am a fairly critical car person and do my research.
Bluetooth sucks
colin12, 08/15/2013
Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Just bought this car and absolutely love it for the exception of the Bluetooth. Had a Hyundai before and the Bluetooth worked great. On the Outback it is totally annoying. Will not dial by name or number. Had other people in my family try it and and it is a joke. Shame on you Subaru!
Love My Subaru
jlewis51, Evansville, IN, 08/26/2013
Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Needed a new vehicle and read tons of reviews as well as drove a lot of crossover type SUVs. We were impressed with the Subaru's safety ratings and consumer reviews so we bought this 2013 Outback. We love it! Gas mileage is awesome. 34.2 on highway so far and around 24 in city and it's not broke in as yet. Only downsides: the beige cloth seats get dirty easily so get seat covers ASAP; air conditioning is a bit hard to regulate. It's roomy and comfy inside. I have a horrid back and find that I'm not getting as stiff and achy after riding in this for long periods of time. We're very impressed with Subaru! Owned a Honda Accord before.
Avoid at all costs - try Hyundai instead
Phillip63, Alexandria, VA, 02/06/2020
Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Subaru is aware of engine oil leaking problems with this year/model and it hit us hard. Our 2013 Outback has had every scheduled maintenance, yet at 108K it suffered 3 separate oil leaks that will require the engine to be removed. All of this will cost about 3k. Hyundai seems to be coming on strong as a Subaru competitor (Toyota and Honda are great/better in my opinion). Since Subaru shows no loyalty to it's owners I can't imagine why anyone would want to buy one. Too many other options out there.
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Outback do not buy
McIntyrew, Rochester, NY, 08/09/2016
Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 15 people found this review helpful
First of all the vehicle looks very nice. The ride is between a 1968 pick up with the windows open and a go cart. Seriously, The noise level with the windows closed is terrible. The roof rack and lack of insulation in the front cause the front tire noise to reverberate into the passenger compartment. The CVT transmission typically allows the engine to rev up to 3500 rpm before shifting on a hill. The dealer performed tests and said it is with in specks. On the first oil change the dip stick showed over one quart low. Dealer was called, second oil change same thing. Dealer said if problem continues they will do a oil consumption test. 40000 miles later the agreed to perform the test. The dip stick was 2/3 of a quart low, after adding oil the week before. The mechanic read it a s 1/10 of a quart low. I have a degree in engines and drive trains, as well as over 5 years as a fleet mechanic. So right away I questioned the mechanics vision. When I got home and checked the oil level after the dealer had changed the oil for the oil consumption test the oil was 1 quart over filled. I checked the work order and it listed 6 quarts of oil. That could be the problem.. But if I hadn't checked and came back at 1200 miles they were apparently thinking that the oil level on the dip stick would be at acceptable levels. We are now scheduled for an other oil consumption test. The fuel economy in the winter is around 21-13 miles per gallon, in the summer on trips we have gotten as high as 31. I am over 6 ft tall so getting in the front seat involves backing to the side of the car sitting down and swinging my legs in. Would I buy this car again. No there dealer and manufacturer support they deny there is a issue even though there is a class action suit on going in New Jersey. With the regular Automatic or manual transmission the shifting issue is solved. The CVT transmission is just junk. The oil consumption issue isn't just with the 4 cylinder outback it is with the 6 cylinder as well and is also in other models. The manufacturer even with the suit refuses to admit there is a internal engine problem. I have had Chevy and VWs with lesser oil consumption and the dealers rebuilt the engines with no hesitation. It is a real shame that a formerly so reliable vehicle has been allowed to go down hill so much. It is understandable with so many Subaru being sold between 2010 and 2016 having the consumption issue the repair costs will be in the millions of dollars. If Subaru doesn't step up and repair their design flaws there will be very few second time buyers.
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