Used 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV SUV Review
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV SUV.
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This is one awesome car!
Mike A., Fayetteville, NC, 10/22/2015
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
My 2016 Outback 2.5 Limited now has 2600+ miles on it with 2000 put on during a round trip to St. Louis and back. I love this car already. It's very roomy and comfortable, handles well, has plenty of acceleration (especially considering it's a 2.5 liter four cylinder), gets 33+ mpg on the highway, and in every way so far, has exceeded my expectations. The sound system is plain … awesome, and the safety features just outstanding. While traveling on an interstate doing about 65, a car suddenly switched lanes and cut in front of me. The Outback's Eye Sight system detected the treat and automatically applied the brakes and slowed me down. I can't speak to it's reliability yet, but expect it to be very good based on Subaru's history. I have several minor complaints...both the clock and the outside temperature display are on an information "strip" on the lower part of the dash, and are quite small and can be difficult to find quickly. The manual(s) have a ton of information in them, but can be tricky and a bit difficult to use 1) because of how they are organized, and 2) because the writer's first language was clearly not English. I think Subaru could have done better in both areas.
Overall, the car is fantastic and I am very pleased that I opted for the Subaru. In my opinion, it offers great value, and I would heartily recommend it to anyone considering it.
My Subie #6
Brian Robb, Seattle, WA, 06/18/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 years on and Outback now has 89,000 miles on it. Still no major issues and I’m very pleased with the vehicle. Awesome in the Pacific Northwest snow & rain. Gets about 26 mpg city & hwy.
Battery died twice last winter on a ~2 yr old Outb
Larry Smith, Creswell, OR, 10/15/2018
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
The paint on my 2016 Outback (red color) scratches so easily that if you look at it , wash it or what ever, expect new scratches. The finish technology is the worst I’ve ever seen period!
Battery and thin paint issues
Larry Smith, Creswell, OR, 10/15/2018
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
While we love the way the car drives and sips gas, as per other owners, my wife was stranded twice last winter with dead battery issues with a less than 1 year old Outback. I’ve replaced the factory battery at my expense with a 500 cold crank amp battery instead of the standard 365 amp factory one. Fingers crossed. ALSO, this car (red color) sustains paint scratches faster and more … numerous than any othe vehicle I have ever owned. Grrrrrrr...Subaru is far from the perfect dependable, care free choice in cars...????
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Spacious and comfortable interior
- Pro:excellent visibility
- Pro:above-average off-road ability
- Pro:many advanced safety features available, plus top safety scores.
- Con:Base engine's lackluster acceleration.
Full Edmunds Review: 2016 Subaru Outback SUV
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