Used 2013 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Best Subaru Yet!
poohbaru, Hayes, VA, 02/02/2013
Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
53 of 55 people found this review helpful
Had the car now since Sept 2012, my 6th Subaru and the best so far. My first was a 84' GL wagon and I've been in love with Subaru's ever since. They are more refined now and offer a lot more creature comforts but still have that unique character that makes a Subaru a Subaru. I have the 3.6R Limited with EyeSight (thought about the Special Appearance Package but opted for safety over a couple of additional gadgets). Very glad I did. The EyeSight system is AWESOME. It has saved me from a few close calls and actually prevented me from hitting a deer. I had a 06 LL Bean Outback (also a great car) couldn't believe how much roomier it was and love that I can use regular gas versus high test
Impressive Machine
jetpilot767, Marietta, GA, 08/28/2012
Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
40 of 44 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2013 Outback 3.6 Limited last month. Since then I have traveled from Georgia to New Hampshire to Michigan and Illinois visiting family and friends. All told, I put 3400 miles on the car very quickly. I had been looking at the Outback for several years since my 2002 BMW X-5 was getting a bit long of tooth. I am glad I did because just about all the complaints from other reviewers of the 2010- 2012 models have been resolved. The more I drive this car, the more I enjoy it. And it will go places that other crossovers only dream about.
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2013 Outback Adds Bells and Whistles
bepete, Peachtree Corners, GA, 11/04/2012
Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
31 of 34 people found this review helpful
The Subaru Outback has always been on my watch list because of its high reliability / resale value coupled with proven AWD performance. When Motor Trend awarded its SUV of the Year Award to the redesigned and larger 2010 Outback, I took a closer look but felt the vehicle lacked tech and comfort features that were commonplace in the new vehicle market. The top of the line 2013 Subaru Outback has changed all that, and was worth the wait. The Outback Limited (especially with the Special Appearance Package) was a clear choice for me relative to the awkward looking (Honda CrossTour, Toyota Venza) and the pricey (Acura RDX, Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland). The 3.6R has been a blast to drive.
Buy this one!
Neil Rosenberg, Asheville, NC, 10/09/2017
updated 04/12/2021
Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
4/10/2021 update: Still happy! 4/10/2020 Update: If it was possible, I like this car more now than ever; it's become like an extension of my body. This may sound weird, but I like the fact that it lacks the high-tech gewgaws that newer versions are getting. There's no way I want a car that is attached to the internet. I really DON'T miss the "Eyesight" nags (I know how to drive!). I don't even miss the big touch screen that's in most of the new cars -- I prefer actual buttons and knobs. This 2013 Sube is obviously a transition vehicle, somewhere between old-style and what they're making now. It's a good place to be. Original review: We're long time Subaru Outback owners, going back as far as 1998. This 2013 model addresses most if not all of my concerns, and has become a beloved vehicle. Even though the 3.6R engine isn't an MPG champ, it's well worth it (for me) for the added power. Nothing like getting onto a highway, passing, or generally maneuvering when you've got a real "corporation" under the hood. This car/SUV has a commanding presence on the road, always acts in a predictable and safe manner and has quickly become like an appendage to my body. My one difficulty was that the 5spd automatic had fairly prominent "shift shock" at low speeds, I was constantly getting jolted during simple downshifts or upshifts. No more. I went to the local Subaru dealer, found the guy most well versed on transmissions, and in a few minutes he had loaded the newest firmware onto the transmission control module. Problem solved, just like that. This is something no ordinary garage could have done. Beyond that, I love the added legroom and space inside (I carry two segways plus 5 people, no problem), the radio sounds amazing, and there's so much less road and wind noise compared with my prior 2003 Outback. The only real weakness is the navigation system, it's a dog. Not a problem: I use my smartphone or Garmin anyway. I do wish I had the Eyesight system, but there were no used cars with it available in my area. This car is a winner, and if the year-to-year progress is any indication, I'm sure the newer ones will be equally impressive.
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After owning a Lexus RX, this car surpasses
Robert Krieger, La Mesa, CA, 03/19/2016
Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
Having owned Lexus and Mercedes SUV/s this car surpasses them in value and resale. Dependable and tough as nails. Even runs on regular fuel instead of premium like my Lexus Volvo and Mercedes. I have always kept a Volvo wagon in my household, but this car has toppled Volvo from consideration. In fact, it was $15K cheaper than the comparable Volvo wagon with free maintenance for 2 years, including tires and oil changes!!! I am a new fan of the Outback!! Killer reliability and incredible resale to boot. No brainer.
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