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First time subaru
Marian Mehegan, 09/20/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Might want to get the larger engine for more pickup
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First Subraru Sold with under 10,000 Miles
Steven Ennes, 07/14/2016
updated 07/17/2017
2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl CVT)
11 of 17 people found this review helpful
Other than Subaru uses recycle vote batteries on new vehicles had to be jump started, twice under 500 miles once new battery was installed no problem! Developed an annoying rattle in dash that has gotten worst.Dealer tried to elimate rattle & made new rattles!
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Way too noisy and underpowered
kathy kraholik, 04/09/2016
updated 10/19/2020
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 18 people found this review helpful
very comfortable road ride. great mileage for class. over 34 mpg on highway. very loud engine noise. lots of road noise. blind spot monitors not good in bright sunlight, need a larger warning sign, power rear hatch is very finickey needs improved would like to see a foot activated hatch like the ford escape, engine is under powered, bluetooth constantly disconnects the phones, hard to hear stereo due to road noise, seats in front need a little more support in seat, headlights are not good would like to see bi-xenon headlights, turn lights work well, adaptive cruise control needs work, does not return to speed soon enough almost caused me to get rear ended several times, do not like to be forced to purchase a sunroof to get eyesight system, needs front and rear parking sensors, radio controls and options need improved. mainly not enough torque when accelerating and way too much road noise are the biggest drawbacks for me, my ford escape was much better in these areas (2013 titanium) as well as having better headlights, nav system, audio system, front and rear parking sensors and RCTA were all much better and also had a foot activated rear hatch. Update Oct 2016: This 4 cylinder is extremely loud and noisy, so much so that you might as well not have a radio system and it is so under powered that it is very annoying and gives no confidence when trying to merge into highway driving or passing. A good vehicle for grandparents whose hearing has already been damaged and don't intend to use the radio. Subaru should focus on sound insulation for cabin occupants and improving power and acceleration. I could not purchase another outback until these very important to me issues are addressed. The voice controls have never worked and are useless. It never works correctly always calls the wrong number or performs the wrong task, not what I asked it to do. At least it looks good. Had vehicle for two years now, still underpowered and noisy especially when accelerating, hope the 18's have much more insulation to deaden sound and hope they can accelerate to 60 in less than 10 seconds, this one won't. Wanted to purchase a new 2020 Outback but could not stand the start stop feature. Vehicle shook each time the car restarted. You can turn the feature off but you have to go to 3 different touch screens to do that, each and every time you start the car, very distracting and irritating. Several car brands will let you turn that feature off until you turn it back on (never in my case) but with the outback you have to turn it back off each time you start the car. I just can't stand that and will stick with cars that allow you to completely turn that feature off permanently if you want to. I don't like the government telling me what features I must have on the vehicle I am paying for. Waiting to see if any changes were made to the 2021 as far as this disgusting feature (to me) have been made.
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Battery and thin paint issues
Larry Smith, 10/15/2018
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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...????
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Just ok
Marina Keenan, 02/07/2018
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
As my first Subaru and all the serious hype about how great this car is, I was personally very disappointed. Initially I was disappointed the limited had neither a panoramic sunroof, heated steering wheel and power folding mirrors. The interior pocket room is very minimal. Glove and center compartment very small. I did not find it works for me as a parent of young kids. The backseat is small. The spacing barely contains a convertible reverse facing child safety seat. The materials are cheap and feel cheap. MY MAJOR COMPLAINTS and reasons I am offloading my Subaru are: THE BATTERY my car came with a 325 amp battery out of the factory. I live in NE. It's cold. The car is high electronics. The crank power of that battery was not sufficient. Imagine my amusement when the day before xmas eve in a snow storm I am stuck at work because my car wont start. Upon replacing the battery in my practically brand new car the passenger side window stopped working. Easy fix at dealer but still the inconvenience of getting to the dealer. THE STARTER the remote starter is AWFUL. The range is very poor and it only works 50% of the time. Dealer refuses to replace. THE ACCELERATION Sometimes, when it's cold the car does not accelerate as it should. It seems to really struggle. THE SOFTWARE UPDATES my car started stalling and chugging. It turned out to need some software fix. Yet another trip to the dealer with a brand new car. THE BLUETOOTH extremely finicky. Sometimes it just drops connection midcall and won't reconnect. No idea why.
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I love my new 2016 Suburu Outback
Gerri Graves, 04/10/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great value for the money! Handles beautifully in ice and snow. I am 4 weeks into my purchase and so far, I am very happy.
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Repeat buyer
John Kocialski, 04/11/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Nothing... Just buy it...... Great
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All round great vehicle!
Sabina Spencer, 04/09/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a very sound and sensible car not exciting and sexy but safe and reliable. I'd highly recommend it.
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Great vehicle more than just a car
Adam Williams, 05/02/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had to buy mine to order. Dealer says they sell before they hit the lot. Three weeks before it got to my garage. Worth the wait.
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Glad to have chosen a Subaru.
Sheryl Venton, 02/15/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great car for road trips and everyday use. Well thought out design.
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