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Tahoe travels
Debbie Marquez, 06/19/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Just got back from Tahoe and the safety features are great . The lane assit helps on the curvy mountain roads. If you want more power up mountain roads get the 3.6 engine . Rides smoothly 👍🏽
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Great Car! (except for the steering recall)
Jan Carlson, 05/18/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Had my Outback just two weeks when the vehicle was recalled for steering problems. My dealer (Troncalli Subaru, Cumming GA)) was very proactive in resolving this - called us the morning of the recall and gave us a nice rental car to keep until the car has been fixed. Bad problem, very nicely handled.
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Love this car
Ed Cure, 06/04/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
2016 Outback Limited with Eyesight and Navigation. Four Cylinder. We just completed a long trip SW Florida to Morganton NC, to Phoenix, AZ then back to Florida on I-10 E to I 75 S. Really like the 18.5 Gallon gas tank. Gives us a lot of range. Comfortable feeling when driving on some of those roads out west with gas stations few and far between. I agree most of the previous contents so I will not repeat. RE 4 cylinders vs 6. We did not feel deprived at all for lack of the 6. I would not buy the 6 just for the pickup but if it rode better and quieter, I would definitely consider it. Starlink was useless to us on the trip. We listen to talking books downloaded from our library to a cell phone. We then use bluetooth to listen on car radio. Starlink would not work in that situation. It seems now that give a 3 year subscription to Sirius radio. That is good if only to stop the annoying calls and e-mails from them if you do not renew. We only got a 30 day free trial. Generally like the Nav except that I detest the fact that the Voice Guidance cannot be turned OFF. I anything that is dangerous because when travelling at speed on an interstate at highers speeds by the time the voice tells you to take a turn in xxx feet, it is too late to do anything about it if you rely only on the voice. Looking to buy another one so that we have two. Our older 2007 Toyota Avalon Limited runs well but lacks the safety features like eyesight, backup camera. It does have the dynamic cruise control which is almost never used because it it not smooth like the Subaru's. Will probably buy the 2017 Touring which inclueds what we like as standard. After reading some of the other comments, I will also evaluate the 6 cylinder to see if it does ride better.
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My Subie #6
Brian Robb, 06/18/2016
updated 06/23/2022
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
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.
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Everyone Has One
Dave, 10/04/2019
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I had wanted a Subaru Outback for quite sometime. I finally decided to get one. I figured the 2.5L would be adequate for my needs; and it is if you’re already off the line and going. Off the line however, it’s super sluggish. Could use more low end off the line torque or a low pressure turbo charger. Around 30,000 miles the dual zone HVAC system stopped working entirely. Thankfully it was converted under warranty. Since then, the power windows work when they want to. I’ve gone through 3 batteries, and every time I bring it in for service I’m told the charging system is just fine. I’m going through tires every year and a half on highway only. I’m on my 3rd set of 65,000 mile tread life tires, and am averaging 19,000 miles yearly. Oil changes are $85 through the Subaru dealership for the 0W-20 full synthetic— using the same 0W-20 at my Toyota dealership for my Tundra (which uses 3 more quarts of oil) is about $30 cheaper, PLUS free tire rotation. Frustrating that service is so expensive. I won’t buy another Subaru. Too expensive to maintain and too many issues.
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Should have been a recall
CTherrell, 07/16/2018
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Just after my 36000 mile warranty expired, I began having trouble getting the key out of the ignition when I stop. Happened at least 50% of the time. I went online and saw others are having the problem. Took it to the dealer and they said they had been seeing these complaints for the last 4 months. While they were willing to work with me on the price, they were not willing to fix a known defect at no charge. Subaru does not stand behind their product. These cars should have been recalled and fixed. I am very disappointed with Subaru. They do not stand behind their product.
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Bring on the snow
rollin gianella, 10/02/2016
updated 10/28/2019
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
It needs a little more pep, also it takes time for the gears to kick in,It is an amazing car. I should have gotten the 6 cylinder. I never ever had a problem with the car just changed the brakes and battery and tires. It is super reliable. It handles great in the rain and snow.
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Very Pleased
Greg, 05/18/2017
2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've had my 3.6R for just over a year now and have about 15000 miles on it. I've been on long drives over the Sierras down to Mammoth 2x and drove in some nasty conditions this winter (did you see the record snowfall this year in Northern CA?). I've owned a Grand Cherokee Limited and also have an MDX. The Subaru dominates in terms of traction, confidence, and obviously in mpg (even with the 3.6R). I had a 2002 2.5L in the past and the upgrades Subaru has made over that model is noticeable. The 3.6R is not lacking in power. The HK stereo system is solid and bluetooth streaming my spotify app never fails. I've used the XDrive in the summer offroad and it just grips into the dirt/scree. Love the folding crossbars and ease of access to ski racks, cargo box, and bike rack. The only complaint I have is the gas pedal is a little sensitive coming out of first. Also, while you can deactivate, the various eyesight warning systems are a little annoying for this experienced driver. I've had the system brake on me a couple times while parking at about 5mph going into the rising sun...must be a glare or something. With that said, the eyesight works....possibly too well to a fault. Bottom line, I needed a utility vehicle with power, storage, comfort, and the ability to get me through chain controls and big pow days. The Outback hits all the marks.
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2016 Outback Premium with Eye Sight
Rauf Che, 03/21/2016
updated 09/21/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I went for Eye Sight in lieu of Limited with leather. I still have power rear gate, heated front seats, dual climate zone, etc. as they come with the Eye Sight package for Premiums. I don't like the leather much anyways. Hot in summer, cold in winter. I love the car. The only thing I don't like is the CVT transmission. When you shift from R to D, it takes literally 2 seconds before it engages. It's not instant like a normal transmission. It can be an issue when you back up on a busy street. Check that out when you test drive. It's not as bad for me though. I think I'm getting used to it. UPDATE: It's been 6 months since I bought the car. We drove to Toronto and came back. With the adaptive cruise control and other eye sight features, the long haul was so easy. I'd definitely buy another Subaru in my next purchase.
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Superwagon
Steve Braden, 11/08/2015
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
The only beef I have with my Outback is how it takes a few seconds for the transmission to engage when going from reverse to drive, and the acceleration is a little abrupt. Otherwise I am loving it. The ride, gas mileage, performance, comfort accessories etc are all great. It's a lot of car for the money.
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