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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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four doors automatic locking system
kiran, 05/05/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
I have done the subaru outback 2016 test drive. I found doors are not lock by itself and drivers need to press the lock button to lock the doors.Its better to have automatic lock system for safety and to be hassle free. We expect automatic lock system in 2017 models.Thank you.
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v-6 is the only way to go
john patrick, 06/01/2016
updated 06/01/2017
2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl CVT)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
The V-6 version rides like a different car than the V-4. The gas mileage is less, of course, but imo it makes up forthis by these other factors. The ride, noise levels, and acceleration are all superior to the V-4.
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1st Subaru, last Subaru w/ the bells & whistles
Nikki, 11/15/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Replacing a mid-size sedan for something with utility for an active lifestyle. Enter the new 2016 Subaru Outback. With limited inventory, selection was few so I settled on a 2.5 Limited model with every bell and whistle including all of the aftermarket options. Hindsight, 16k miles later, I should have opted for the 3.6 without the bells and whistles. The key-less/proximity entry/ start is a pain in the ass in that I have no way to hide this giant remote while I surf or scuba dive which impacts doing anything with the water; the standard key would have been far more functional for me. I am finding the rear auto opener isn't so great when I have something extra long and sticks out. Regarding the Navigation system, it is crap. It is a Tom-tom and even in Southern California, there are places/cities that aren't even in the database. Google/Yahoo maps on your phone is far more reliable. And that takes me to the voice activation. It rarely recognizes anything I say unlike iPhone's Suri. As far as mechanical, I have been very pleased though I wish breaking wasn't so soft or the engine were the 3.6 so it had some immediately available acceleration for passing and hills. But all and all, it has not been a lemon outside of the navigation system, crossing fingers. Again, just go for the base models.
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Battery died twice last winter on a ~2 yr old Outb
Larry Smith, 10/15/2018
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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!
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Great experience so far
MC, 07/09/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2016 Outback for about two months now. So far zero complaints, and while I have not had winter to test the car, the heat & heated seats clearly work very well. I know plenty of others in Maine with 2016 Outbacks and zero complaints about heating, or winter features. I suspect that the previous review is a one off issue. Fuel economy so far has been averaging around 32MPG, with most driving on 35-50mph roads and not much traffic. Very comfortable and relatively quiet ride, and a well thought out car. Lots of space!
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Very pleased
Thomas , 05/28/2022
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My wife and I were having our first child and I was looking for something safe and reliable. I made the rounds and test drive pretty much every SUV on the market: Toyota’s, Hyundai’s, Fords, Kias, etc. the Subaru caught my eye from the very beginning. It was very comfortable to sit in and it had a smooth ride. We ended buying a 2016 premium outback with 36,000 miles on it. I know no car is perfect but we are very happy with our purchase. Only downside is one of the bearings was bad in the back and made a slight humming noise every time we drove it for the first months. But we got it fixed for free no problem as the 7-year 100,000 mile manufactured warranty covered it. Now it is very quiet, smooth, comfortable ride. We are averaging 26 MPG at the moment. Like I said, no car is 100 percent perfect but we are very happy with our Subaru. We’ve take it on two long road trips and have but 12,000 miles on it since we bought and no problems at all.
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Perfect!
D.K. Phillips, 04/05/2016
updated 10/08/2018
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Subaru Outback is a great value. Safety features, in dash electronics, road stability, reliability...well, I could go on and on. We now have five Subaru Outbacks in our family, from a 2011 to a 2016. All have been outstanding with no repairs. Regular maintenance is all that has been required. Comfortable for long trips. Useful for in town driving. Just get one and be happy for years to come.
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Great Great Great
jhalm, 07/19/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my second Subaru, had a 2015 Legacy which is very similar inside. Originally wanted the Outback but they were all out of stock and needed something quick. The build quality on these cars is outstanding. Quiet comfortable interior with lots of leg room for all you taller folks. The acceleration with the 4 cylinder isn't rocket like, but it gets the job done. If you are going to tow anything substantial, get the 6 cyl. Either way, these cars are build to last.
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Nice Car
GRaj, 02/10/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Test drove Mazda CX3, CX5, Honda-HRV and decided on this model. Driven it for a month. Both my wife and my son love this car. Lots of safety features. Loved the adaptive cruise control, lane assist etc etc. Smooth driving. Lacks power but I am OK with it. Smooth driving. Good handling in snow. I agree with one comment about reversing on a slope. The car can run down the slope when you reverse if you don't hit the brakes. But I have seen this with my Infiniti FX35 as well. Overall very happy with it. I hope I will remain happy in months/years to come...
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Good vehicle with some issues
Steve M, 03/15/2017
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Overall this is a very good vehicle and I like it a lot. The roomy interior is very nice, the controls are excellent, performance is good, the CVT is better than I expected and the fuel economy is okay for AWD. This is the nicest vehicle I have owned including previous Subarus. On the downside there have been a number of recalls, though none serious for the one I own. Here are some issues though: 1. Horrible lumbar in the seats, especially the driver's seat. It was killing my back. I killed the motor (replaced under warranty) probably by trying to push the lumbar back when it was already fully back. I fixed the issue by unzipping the seat back and removing the big piece plastic that was pushing into my back. 2. The battery is ridiculously undersized at 356CCA. This has caused issues in my Outback and my wife's Legacy. I had to jump my Outback again today. Leave the keys in the car for a few hours, even in the off position, and it will die. Listen to the radio for a while and it will die. Leave it sitting for a few days and it will day. 3. The car came with terrible tires, a Subaru tradition, negating some of the AWD benefits. My wife's 2015 Legacy actually came with decent Goodyears. No luck on the Outback. I'll be lucky if the Bridgestones that came with car will last the length of the lease. There is a similar named Bridgestone model that performs much better but of course Subaru picked the crap ones. 4. Lastly, one of my biggest complaints is the power rear hatch. It does not open high enough. I'm 6'1" and I never once hit my head on my 2008 Outback's hatch. This one does not go up as high. Even after you learn to watch for it, you end up hitting it anyway. My brother, who is a couple of inches shorter, also hits his head. He has no issue with his Imprezza's hatch.
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It's 50/50
mtnance, 07/15/2019
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
In not so rare form, I actually bought a used 2016 Outback with 28K miles. 2.5L Limited. Because of my extreme satisfaction with Subaru in the past, I felt I saw a good deal, and it was to be a car for my daughter. Something I could buy for her and not worry too much about her safety or reliability of the car. This would be the fifth Subaru owned. For all intended purposes, this is a great car all the way around for almost any person, any environment, at any given time and weather condition. With one exception, and it was the reason I kept this car a total of three days. (I was able to return the car for a "refund" within certain guidelines). I did test drive the vehicle,...but unless you can keep the car for a full day and put it through a battery of testing,...most have you drive on a specific "path". It was a nice comfortable day. Felt no issues with test drive. Next day, hot weather. Turned on A/C medium power and every time I have the car in gear (forward or reverse), foot on the brake, the car would begin to go into a rough idle. Sometimes worse the other times almost to the point I thought it might stall. At one day old (to me), I was concerned. I checked out the car underneath and looked for signs of something that might be loose (i.e. vacuum hose type thing). Nothing and perhaps a fluke. Next day, same thing happened. I researched and found on many forums others complaining of same issue. I had the option to return the car within a certain amount of days and after reading about this common problem, I did. Bought a used 2018 Outback (already had another one) with 10K more miles for almost the same price as the 2016. Either car would be out of manufacturer warranty within 3 months either by time or miles, so having the additional miles wasn't a big concern. For those that complain about the "pep" and "acceleration" woes of the 2.5L engine, aahummm,....it's been classified as a "wagon". For me, it can merge into highway traffic just fine. My vote: pass this particular year unless you can test drive under all circumstances for a rather extended period.
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Key won't come out
Anderw Huang, 02/07/2019
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My car is currently about 40000 miles. The key won't come out recently. Have it fixed at dealer for about $610. The service person said he saw quite a few problem like mine.
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I may be converted
Lucyb, 07/23/2017
updated 07/25/2019
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
First let me say that my car was recalled for the steering wheel problem two days after I picked it up. Subaru did an outstanding job with that recall effort. I love the car styling and interior as well as the great gas mileage. The car has adequate acceleration for highway driving and passing. The cross-traffic detection and blind-spot features are great. Here are my issues with the car: 1). Navigation/clock/radio freeze at the most inconvenient times and the only 'fix' is to restart the car...this happened on the highways in Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Redlands CA...why did I pay $$$$$$$$ for something so unreliable?, 2) the front seats tend to create back aches on long road trips, 3) the lane change detection is overly sensitive and is a constant 'beep' machine, 4) Road and wind noise is substantial and very tiresome on long road trips (a better radio might drown this out). I have about 20k miles thus far and I'm considering trading cars if the navigation freeze issue cannot be fixed. January 2018 update - obviously I was very frustrated when I wrote the original review. However, when I took the car in to the St George dealership to complain about the navigation system freeze again, they were able to install an update they said would fix the problem and it did. I admit I was surprised but it is fixed. I still think the wind and road noise on long trips is bothersome and that the lane departure alarm is too sensitive(mine is turned off). However the front seats are adjusted to be comfortable, the cross traffic, blind spot detection and dynamic cruise control are great. I love the gas mileage. I love the service that I get at the St George dealership. While I don’t love this car as much as some others I’ve owned, I can’t think of any car I’d rather have right now. Updated: july 2018 My Outback is still running great. However earlier this year I got in my car and it wouldn’t start.....nothing...no noise...dead. I called Subaru roadside and they arrived within 45 mins(great service). Jumped the car and I drove to the dealer who replaced the battery without any issue(again great service). Apparently there is some issue that is draining the battery(three out of four people in the service area had experienced the battery problem). I love the Subaru approach to service and dealing with problems. I plan to keep this car for quite a while. Update January 2019 - it’s spring in southern Utah and I have the new car bug (not because anything is wrong). The only thing that I’d like to have on the Outback that I can’t get is ventilated seats...it is hot in southern Utah in summer....I can’t get excited about any SUV option because of price, mileage, or size. Come on Subaru, put ventilated seats in the Outback.... Update July 2019: the Outback is still running great...only standard maintenance required and new tires. I’m waiting for the 2020 Outback to test drive......the touring model has ventilated seats!!!!!!!!!! I guess I have turned in to a Subaru person.
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Great car!
Tom Farina, 06/24/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Rides better than the Forester I traded. Quieter too. Blind sight tech is great. Completely surrounded with protection. Like the ice silver color too.
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New limited 2.5 with nav and eyesite
Bill Ppwell, 11/25/2015
updated 05/31/2017
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I searched for just the right combination of size, cargo capacity, saftey and economy. I decided on a fairly well equipped Limited 2.5 with sunroof nav / eyesite. Once you have decided on sunroof nav the eyesite is just an extra 800 or so. New to car. Will update as I own. Buy experience : ended up working worth Danny at Goldstein Subaru in albany. He was patient, answered all my questions, sought expert advice to answer questions he was not sure on. Saw him at 5 pm Monday. Picked up at 10 am on Wednesday. I recommend this dealer and DNny Update 5/30/16 17,000 miles Car is great. All as expected. Have used for regular dailey driving and a NY to Grand Canyon and back. Car handles well in all situations. Eyesight is gear. Update 5/31/2017 Near 50,000 flawless miles. Replaced stock 18" tires at 45,000 Car equally good around town. Accros state or longer. 2.5 motor is powerful and speedy enough Comfort. Capacity and ride all great.
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The Outback IsNot What It Was
Dissapointed, 11/20/2018
updated 05/20/2020
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
So, I really do want to like this car, but it has some problems you need to be aware of. Cv joints: Replaced the first one at 80K, now 2 more are failing. Front and rear brakes worn out at 80k. Rear power gate randomly does not work, passenger window pinches in the door frame erroring out the power windows causing to roll all the way down, leather seats are a joke (driverside leather cracked and tore in 3 spots), car eats tires like crazy (new ones every 35k), coolant leaks, battery is terrible. In short, just under 100k on the car and had more work done on it than my ford truck with 265k. Would not buy another subaru this one.
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Subaru Outback 2016
Mary Spence, 11/16/2015
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
21 of 33 people found this review helpful
You should drive both the 3.6 and the 2.5i to get a feel for the difference. Also should test the difference between the cloth seats and the leather seats, In my view comfort is important with the leather seats that give more. So I got them.
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bad trans
john doe, 11/13/2015
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl CVT)
19 of 30 people found this review helpful
a loud whining noise from trans forward and reverse not in neutral or park,,,,,,and no help from dealer..... don't do it.
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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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Great car... until I stopped driving it
SNordin, 01/26/2021
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I loved my Outback and for the last four years, it's been a solid family car. I felt so safe carrying my infant/toddler around and I loved the roominess inside. Never had a problem. Until... the pandemic hit and everyone stopped driving. Now, normally you wouldn't think this would be a problem. But read back in the reviews and you'll see a thread of people having weird electronics problems. In my case, this shows up as a dead battery every time I don't drive the car every.single.day. And since I'm no longer commuting to work and we're all under lockdown orders, I don't drive it every day. And the battery is dead, dead, dead. This last time, I hit the push button and got the familiar "click" - and a few items turned on - namely the A/C and the moonroof. Nothing else - and then IT WOULDN'T TURN OFF. So I sat in my car, puzzled for 30 minutes wondering what to do and how to get the darn thing to shut down. Finally, it just did it on it's own. The final straw is that the dealerships refuse to acknowledge that this is an issue. They tell you just to keep the battery charged and to jump the car when needed, or - alternately - buy a new battery every six months (!!). I shouldn't have to carry a small jump box around just in case my car dies on the one trip I take away from my home every week! So to sum it up - I loved it, I really did. But I can't have an unreliable car that the dealer refuses to acknowledge that there's even a problem. I'll be selling it as soon as I can.
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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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I ❤️ Station wagon
Jeffrey Fitzgerald, 03/20/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I never thought I would love a station wagon, but the Outback has it all. Comfort, safety, performance, my wife and I are always fighting over who gets to drive it.
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Great ride
Lincoln, 12/04/2022
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Drives well, great car! But the Subaru dealerships are pretty poor in my experience!
Great vehicle
D Frazier, 10/10/2021
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought the vehicle in Feb 2016 and in September of that same year I was T-boned on the drivers side by a young woman who ran a stop light at top speed. My wife on the passenger side suffered lateral whiplash because of the speed at which we were hit. Other than being slightly dazed by the impact, I was not injured at all, despite the impact being right on the driver’s door. “The design and safety features of the Outback protected me perfectly. I now have 55,000 miles on the vehicle and the only mechanical issue has been the rear wheel bearings, (design issue). If not for that, I would have rated it as 5 out of 5 stars.
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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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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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SOLID VEHICLE
Ednil Palacol Feliciano, 02/05/2023
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought it brand new in 2016 for my wife. It is now 2023 and what we did on this car for the past 7 years were just oil changed and replaced the brake rotors and pads. Subaru should have retained the V6 option like Honda.
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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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Great overall car with just a couple design issues
Bart B, 05/06/2016
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
I really like my 2016 Subaru Outback. It rides very well, even in the rain. It's roomy, comfortable, great family car, and reasonably priced. The safety features can't be beat. P.S. If you have an iPod Classic, don't try to get it to work with the infotainment system - it won't! Just buy an iPod touch. Pros: Drives like it is on dry pavement, even in the rain. Eyesight features are great (cruise control that speeds up/slows down as needed to keep a safe distance from other cars, automatic braking to avoid collisions) Cons: Acceleration from a stop is not smooth. Climate control layout could be better (2 buttons for the fan instead of a dial?) Infotainment system won't work with an iPod Classic.
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Great Bang for your Buck.
robert, 05/13/2016
updated 05/26/2020
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Much more visability. Love the blind spot detection and lane assist options. Leg room for passengers is great.
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New is better!
PT, 02/27/2016
updated 09/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Our new 2016 Outback is outstanding! It is an incredible improvement over our 2011! I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in a practical, comfortable, reliable and safe vehicle! After having our Outback for 8 months we are completely satisfied. Subaru did an outstanding job designing the 2016. It is solid, safe and extremely well made. i would highly recommend it to anyone interested in a vehicle in the category!
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Better than I could imagine
Laura, 05/13/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I'm loving the car. It is proving to be even better than I imagined. Handles great on freeway. Love the EyeSight Assist system. Great when trying to back out of parking lot spaces.
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I am in love with my Subaru!
Sandra W Quisenberry, 12/22/2018
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I purchased my 2016 Outback used and got a fantastic deal as it was fully loaded with all the bells and whisles. I am a short woman sand had trouble seeing out of. Y Murano. I had terrible blind spots and just knew there was an accident waiting to happen. Traded it for my Subaru and I can see out all the windows and with the backup camera and lane change spotter on the mirrors I feel perfectly safe. My friend has a new 2018 Honda CRV and says a backup camera is not nearly as nice and clear as mine. Also when talking on her blue tooth she sounds scracthy and garbled and mine is clear as a bell. I also love that it is lower to the ground making easier to get in and out of since I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. The gas mileage is great, 27.5 miles per gallon and although it does not ride as smooth as the Murano it is comfortable and plenty of room. I feel very safe driving my Outback and it is a zippy kind of car. Easy to get into, easy to drive, easy to park. I highly recommend a Subaru Outback and plan on this being my forever car.
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Literally love this car!
Dennis, 03/06/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Literally love this car. Great exterior and interior. Technology is a wow. Lane assist and eyesight work great and intuitive. Plenty of space including the second row is great for adults and really liking the heated front and back seats. Engine has reachable headlight cases and battery which is a big plus. Lots of compliments on the wheels and overall look of the vehicle. Expect to keep this one a long time.
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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)
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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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Lift gate unreliable
Donna, 05/20/2024
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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We bought the 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5Limited in 2015. Love, love, loved it! After a few years I noticed that the lift gate wouldn’t always open. Took it to dealer who said you have to wait 15 seconds between trying to open it. Tried it from the inside and then the outside. Still temperamental. Frustrating. Now in 2024 am noticing lurching upon acceleration. Have taken it in for regular check ups and oil changes. Also notice that the driver and passenger windows will stop from going up because of too much friction. A little silicone in it will help. Another weird thing…..occasionally our FM radio will ‘skip’- repeat several times. No explanation. Anyway, we have started looking for another car.
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A car nut in a quest for the next best thing
BCWatty, 06/18/2016
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
I am a caraholic. I am in constant search of my next car. I love the Subaru and here is why: EYESIGHT is an extraordinary bargain. Cross-traffic alert system takes so much stress out of backing out of a parking space, I never knew the anxiety I had until it was alleviated. Blind spot monitors are very useful and, again, ease my mind when changing lanes. Adaptive cruise control is very useful and makes road trips stress-free, and the lane-keeping assist steers the car back into the middle of the lane. The rear seats recline. The roof rails have built-in cross rails. The cargo area is huge, but could use nets on the sides. What do i wish it had? The passenger seat needs to be height-adjustable just like every VW ever made. All cars should give up their proprietary interfaces and just give us CarPlay or license Ford's Sync3. An option for a panoramic moonroof would be nice, too. Diesel option would give us low-end torque. My biggest gripe? Make the passenger seat height adjustable.
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Great car!
Ryan Quigley, 07/20/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
We owned an outback before, 15 years old and still going, it was a natural choice to get it again. Fantastic safety features with the new eyesight tech. Comfortable and commanding drive.
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great car
AJ, 04/01/2016
updated 10/06/2020
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
still a great car
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Whole lotta hype
JD, 02/27/2020
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Purchased my 2016 Outback in Sep 15. Battery had to be replaced at 30K. Windshield angle is prone to picking up rocks off the interstate. At 48K I had to replace the rear rotors and pads. At 61K I had to replace the front rotors and pads along with a left rear wheel bearing and hub. The infotainment system is a constant irritant as it constantly locks up or changes settings on its own.
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Only a month in but we LOVE it
Scott Graham, 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
We've only had the car a month but love it so far. The EyeSight system is awesome. Very solid safe feeling car.
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Excellent Car
Nick Vintila, 04/25/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Be sure to get EyeSight!!!
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Great Vehicle but not perfect
Mel S., 08/23/2017
updated 09/04/2018
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Review of my 2016 Subaru Outback: Pros: This is the limited. Great car. More room but maneuvers like a smaller vehicle in traffic and parking. Very small turning circle. Very comfortable seats. Especially lumbar support. Blind spot alert and lane alert very helpful. I just leave fog and headlights on automatic and they come on in rain and darkness. Headlights light up the road and shoulders like I never saw in any vehicle without blinding other drivers. Rear cross traffic alert saved my butt several times. Excellent, excellent feature for safety. Good GPS and traffic alerts. Sound insulation is very good. Not great but very good. I downloaded upgraded GPS maps through my computer using micro SD card. Easy but you may need micro card holder if your PC doesn’t take micro card like mine doesn’t. I get 28 to 32 mpg on the highway and around 25 mpg mixed city/highway. But in heavy big city driving, I got 15 mpg in Washington DC area with speed humps, many traffic lights and continuous stop and go traffic jams. Cons: Front wheels respond too quickly to unlevel roads or a slight move of the steering wheel. If you move the sun visor to the side window and bend your head to move it, you may find yourself out of lane. If you look at the screen to see MPH or a road coming up, you may find yourself out of lane. If the road is uneven and hits a bump, you may need to gain control of the wheel. If you are accustomed to that “low center of gravity” of Subaru vehicles, you don’t get that with the Outback Limited. It may be the 18 inch wheels or the Bridgestone Dueler tires. I don’t know but after driving one million miles in my last 50 years in all kinds of cars including two Subarus, this vehicle doesn’t hold the road like it should. I had the front end checked at the dealer and it came back as no problems. I looked into getting lower and wider tires but all I’d get with authorized size tires is one millimeter wider. I keep the air pressure right at recommended 35 psi front and 33 psi rear. Perhaps I should have bought the basic model with 16 inch wheels or the premium with 17 inch wheels and added the eyesight and all the extras. A great vehicle but it aint perfect. The price I listed paid for the vehicle was after trade in. Update: present mileage 18,000 miles after 18 months of ownership. No difference in my review. Great car but not perfect. If you like the high feel of an SUV then it may suite you, but if you like a low center of gravity then this vehicle isn't for you. The best way to explain it is that on the road it is unforgiving if you look at the clock or speedometer. Perhaps it is the front wheel response that I find too responsive causing sideways movement. The right side blind spot detector isn't as sensitive as the driver side and when the dealer drove it he said it works OK. The Eye Sight doesn't work in the rain which is logical but a surprise. I am waiting for my tires to wear out in order to see if better tires give better road control. The car is excellent in the upstate NY climate and the most comfortable vehicle I've driven. Again, GPS is good; rear cross traffic alert is great; gas mileage is good; memory seat position is excellent; room enough for long trips; parking is easy; controls are in easy distance. Love the vehicle. Update: 24000 miles. Pretty much no change in my review. I never got accustomed to the over-response of the front wheels. I haven't needed to buy new tires yet to see if that makes a difference. No service repairs other than LOF. I'd expect this car to last 250,000 miles based on my history with Subaru ownership. I use the left hand pedal under the steering wheel to downshift when slowing down so I bet the brakes will last 60,000 to 80,000 miles. The tires are wearing evenly even though I've hit a few big potholes. So I'd guess the alignment is holding well. I didn't zero the trip odometer that calculates mpg so after 7000 miles the computer registered 27.5 mpg. That is mixed city/highway. I think that is excellent. Also I would rather still have a real key for ignition along with a small remote door and trunk fab. If you loose the fab I understand it costs $300 to replace. It shouldn't cost $300 to replace the "key" if your lose it. After all I bought a Subaru not a Mercedes. But I still love my Outback.
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Subaru is passing the competition up!
Greg Candor, 03/17/2016
updated 08/01/2016
2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The only thing I would have wanted would have been ,back up alarm sensors, but I know others would also like to have entertainment system even though I think kids need to look out the window and see the world and nature . Ok now getting back to more goodies I'm sure people would want is a 120 volt outlet and more USB ports front and rear . These cars have come along way and you must drive one for yourself .
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BEST CAR I've EVER OWNED!
PJ Delp, 07/09/2016
updated 07/18/2017
2016 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl CVT)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is the second 3.6r that I've owned. Love the 6 cylinder, the pick up is quick and efficient. Comfortable, loaded with lots of technology, fun to drive. Comfortable for long rides, plenty of room and very stylish. You can't go wrong buying this car. They keep their value. I just sold my 2010 with 60,000 miles on it for 15,000.00. Happy driving.
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