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No More Status Brands for Me

Pbnj, 02/01/2017
2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I've always wanted a Subaru in our family's fleet and my family finally gave in. This car drives and handles amazingly well. We've had some prestige labels in our driveway and currently have an x3 BMW. They are both great on the highway but for country roads or in traffic, Outback hands down. Of the 12+ cars I've owned, it's neck n neck for 1st place.

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Great vehicle; console needs redesign

lindaedm, 03/21/2017
2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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The buttons on console are In the wrong place, or they should have a cover! I cannot set my purse in the middle because it will activitate these buttons. My fur babies walk across to get to us and one step turns three or at least one button on - steep incline; brake; holding back (whatever its' called). These buttons should have a cover or be placed In different location.

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Excellent Car

TG, 07/26/2017
2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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30+ mpg with power to pass. Smooth ride. Eyesight technology works wonderfully for added safety. Zero repairs at 59,000 miles and going!

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3 out of 5 stars

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Jarred, 08/03/2017
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2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Pros. It has great awd, outward visibility, good comfort and surprisingly good mpg considering the reviews I've read. I average 30.3 mpg. Steering is comfy, seats are good but not great, tons of room, and I feel safe in the snow. I have noticed when it is cold the awd system takes a more active split which decreases the mpg on highway to 27ish which is fine for the safety increase. Now for the cons. The engine is a joke. I came from a 2014 accord, and that felt like a jet engine compared to this. I am EXTREMELY hesitant to pass, particularly if there is any more weight than just me in the car. It is a "must" to literally floor it when passing. Seriously disappointed in the oomph here. The seats in the accord were also much better, but these are "ok". There is a ton of body roll in corners, this is definitely a car intended for slow poke family and grandparent drivers. I figured out that the buggy infotainment was due to the radio trying to read texts and my phone not allowing it, upgraded the stars to 3.

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3 out of 5 stars

Very practical, great value but some big downsides

CJB Smith, 08/22/2017
2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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The good - dependable, durable materials, spacious for passengers, solid feel (built like a tank), good cargo size, good heated seats, good AWD system, good sound system, decent mpg. The bad - very uncomfortable drivers seat (too hard, short seat depth), driving position not great, unexpected repairs required in 3 years of light driving (incl. fuel cap release and tailgate mechanism), dated nav/infotainment system, CVT transmission is lame (poor acceleration) and overall handling while not terrible for a big vehicle is not at all engaging. Buy if you live on a farm, need a decent off-roader or have very messy kids, otherwise look elsewhere. I did and I love my 2017 Mazda CX-5 for all the reasons I didn't love the Outback.

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