Used 2016 Subaru Outback SUV Consumer Reviews

Awesome vehicle

Compare the safety rating and MPG with other AWD vehicles.

Best valued car taking everything into account

2016 Outback Premium

Best current compromise for a roomy all-wheel drive wagon. Performance of 4 cyl engine is adequate for normal driving. Works well for skiing and cycling active lifestyle.

First one, not the last one

New vs used

Consider a 2yr old luxury SUV for less money.

Great driving Outback

Take a serious look at the 3.6L outback

Subaru Outback 2016

Good reliable car

Best Subaru

Go buy one.

we need quick automatic locking system in 2017.

shoppers should know about automatic locking system and noise isolation of a car. thank you.

Fantastic!! Love it!

still lookin

seems to be concern about the tire wear for the outback and some folks claim to change out the standard tires

Outback is out of this world!

My adventure vehicle

Have not purchased due to the fact they would not give me enough for my trade in. and you did not give me the rigt price for the right car. it is a 2016 Outback with the 3.6 engine< I believe the pkg is a 27

Go power

Love the AWD. My 2016 has much more pickup and room than my 2003. Can fit 3 grandchildren with car seats in back seat. Awesome car

Very pleased. Great value.

Went from Honda CRV to Outback with lane change technology. Drives like larger vehicle. Lots of power.

I'm Sold

Love the car. Love the ride. I love it more with every mile I drive.

Almost Perfect!

The active safety technology is amazing, particularly the active cruise control. Fuel economy is pretty remarkable on trips if you keep the speed @ 65 or lower but still good for a vehicle of this size. The handling (steering ) is a little twitchy. You don't feel like you're driving a BMW. The turning radius is great. The Nav system pretty much sucks. It has given wrong directions on multiple occasions and the map updates don't come around very often. We have the leather seats and the small front seat cushions do not support the thighs very well. The ride is pretty smooth. The entertainment system should be thrown out and replaced with Android or Apple instead.

There's really not much to say.

I've owned this car a month and I love it so far. It's pretty much everything I'd imagined.

Young women tell me how much they like the looks

The safety features are outstanding! I don't think anyone has done it better. The size is just right. It has great maneuverability and still has lots of easy loading cargo area. I have had young women tell me in the parking lot how much they like the looks of my car. The price was good and the resale value is good as well. The bottom line is that I have owned quite a few cars but none that I have liked better than this one. Did I mention the great safety features?

Young women tell me how much they like the looks

The safety features are outstanding! I don't think anyone has done it better. The size is just right. It has great maneuverability and still has lots of easy loading cargo area. I have had young women tell me in the parking lot how much they like the looks of my car. The price was good and the resale value is good as well. The bottom line is that I have owned quite a few cars but none that I have liked better than this one. Did I mention the great safety features?

2016 Outback

We are huge Subaru lovers in this family, for many reasons. It’s all about value for the money, reliability, and the peace-of-mind of Subaru’s all-wheel drive system. Having had two Outbacks so far (one as a work vehicle and this one), 2 Foresters, we can’t say enough about how much we love these vehicles. They make some of the best vehicles on the road today. We can’t say enough about the outstanding service we receive at Faulkner Subaru of Mechanicsburg. You may pay a bit more for service there (compared to other service centers), but we can’t say enough about how well we are treated, the quality of service and positive experience with their service staff, loaner cars when ours are in for a more extensive service, etc. I would recommend Faulkner Subaru of Mechanicsburg to anyone for outstanding vehicle sales and service.

I want top of the line with NO leather!

Why doesn't Suburu offer top premium package without having to get leather???? My only real problem with 2016 outback is that the phone connectivity does not work very well. Also I noticed that sometimes defrost not great.

Great gas mileage for an awd

Great commuter car, but not for anything an hour or more. Heated steering wheel would have been a nice option. The remote sto is ridiculous as it stops once you open the car door.

Awesome New England Whip!

Great value! I drove the 6 cylinder as my initial test drive and found it to be very powerful. I chose the 4 cylinder which provides plenty of power and better fuel economy. My lease is up next month, and I'm in the process of purchasing the vehicle.

Love My Outback

The only problems I have had with my Outback have been covered by Subaru of America, either through recalls or by them covering the parts and repair charge. They also have high expectations of their dealers. This is a super ethical and customer oriented company.

I'm a Volvo Technician And only drive Subaru's!

As the title states I'm a professional Auto tech at a luxury car dealership. Subaru makes one hell of car and I know cars. The car has been perfect totally turn key. I have the top of the line limited model which will cost you low 30s which is a such a fantastic bang for your buck compared to a new Volvo XC60 which I will do a comparison for you guys. The Volvo would be another 15k with the same features and depreciation is far greater. Volvo is as relaible as it gets while the Volvo is in the shop for electrical issues and oil burning issues. Absolutely love the car and it's awesome on gas. No complaint s!

Great car

Good car. Hard to deal for. Little noisy at times. Just OK acceleration

Convinced 2 Sisters and 3 Cousins to Buy Subaru

This is the perfect size for retirees and small families. The EyeSight system is the best collision avoidance system I've experienced in any car. I've driven cars from the "big 3" in America, BMW, Mercedes, VW, Audi, Jaguar, Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, and Mazerati. This car surpasses them all. Plus, the car has been maintenance free for 89,000+ miles -- unlike the others. Everyone who has ridden in this car comments on how quiet and comfortable it is -- even 3 adults in the back seat!

Many years of enjoyment with Subaru Outbacks

We've enjoyed terrific reliability, performance, safety and value from our Subaru Outbacks. In my opinion, the one substantial flaw of Subaru Outbacks, are the tinny metal that they are constructed of, and the predisposition of tinny Subaru metal to ding, practically, just by looking at it. I'm fairly certain that Subaru has value-engineered the tinny construction of the exterior surface metal of their cars (particularly, exterior door and fender panels) for a reason, and that by lightening up their cars with tinny metal, Subaru is able to (#1 MAKE MORE MONEY) and shave a few gallons away of gasoline consumption by their cars. If you want a car that looks good, I'd caution you about owning a Subaru. unless you live in an area with no careless motor vehicle operators, shopping carts (like the type that slam their car door into your car), and no motor vehicles.

Practicality, but...

Our Subaru Outback was reliable and practical except for one apparently insolvable electronic issue, which I will get to later. Overall, the vehicle was solid, with an excellent trade in value. The Eye Sight system was decent, though we turned off lane departure as we could not get used to that little tug on the wheel when we got near a painted line. Cruise control was great in traffic, maintaining a prescribed distance from vehicles ahead. As expected, it was excellent in snow up to a foot deep, much needed in Maine. Gas mileage was so-so, averaging around 26 mpg mixed driving. 33 mpg on the sticker was achievable on country roads at 45 to 55 mph, but went down at highway speeds to the high 20's. A few months into ownership, we had a radio issue, and the dealer had to swap out the unit. The first day back in the car (on a trip), I locked the car, and noticed all the electronics inside were still on, AND the key would not work to let me back inside. After solving that problem with the manual key, we kept having issues with electronics for the next three years and several trips to the dealer. The techs were sometimes puzzled and had no solution, and twice told us that all was normal! So, if we left vehicle without locking the doors, some systems would remain on, and the car would be dead in the morning. Normal. Anyway, for that reason, we traded it in after four years, but would have kept much longer if not for the issue. One more comment: The "Premium" Harmon Kardon sound system was way below what you would expect for an upgrade. Very average sound quality. If great sound is important to you, this will not satisfy.

Woop T do in my subaru

Its a wonderful car, I love it. It's great for carrying all kinds of things, especially my dog Stinko.

It was good

This car the best car I ever had. Am 67 years old and I feel safe at all time.The safety features are the best.

Best Car for the Money

Reliability, utility, affordability, and comfort. It checks all boxes and is fun while doing it. Former Crosstrek owner, I even considered a truck for utility (specifically a Tacoma, worse MPG and comfort) or a sedan (BMW series and Honda accord, neither with the space or ground clearance of the Outback). If you enjoy driving, the 6 cyclinder 3.6R is worth it. 250+ HP is noticeable in the drivers seat. Slightly more thirsty than the new turbo boxers, but worth the immediate engine response and smooth shifting. I bought it 4 year old used with 55K on odometer. Now 70K and 5 years old, no issues whatsoever. If you’re frugal, practical, and want the best bang for your buck, this Outback is it!

Love my Outback!

I am now the very happy and proud owner of a 2016 Subaru Outback! Kris Tippens and co-workers at Subaru of Georgetown treated me like family and presented me with a great deal. If you're looking for a new car, first go to Subaru of Georgetown, ask for Kris Tippens and I promise you will be rewarded with kindness and respect...and a great car-buying experience!

The 2016 Subaru Outback 3.6 model was a winner!

We purchased our Outback almost six years ago, and it now has 101,325 miles on it. We live in Colorado and like to ski, so the six-cylinder for us was a must. We have had zero problems with the vehicle, and have had it serviced at all recommended intervals.

Love my Subaru!!!

So happy with my car. Even though not new it is in great condition and looks and smells like a new car!

Best car I’ve ever owned

As a senior citizen I have owned in my lifetime everything from vintage muscle cars to SUVs. Including BMW, Chevrolet, Acura, etc. My 2016 Subaru Outback is the most reliable vehicle of all. It takes me across the USA on my annual snow ski trips with ease, no snow plows required. It has never left me stranded or disabled. I cannot tell you hat a comfort that is to me. Truly this is the best car on the road for my needs. Excellent gas mileage, comfortable, large capacity for whatever you need to transport, low maintenance. All I do is the recommended maintenance, mostly oil changes every 6,000 miles, tires, wiper blades, etc. I’m a Subaru Outback owner for life. Just turned over 90,000 trouble free miles with a big smile on my face.

A Great Investment

The 2016 Subaru Outback Limited is a great investment and all around vehicle. Families like it because of its cargo space and passenger areas. Senior citizens like it because it is lower than a SUV and easy to get into and out of. Everyone likes the gas mileage, comfortable ride and safety ratings.

My tank is a great car!

Bought it used. One owner. maintained. It is a GREAT car...by far the best I have owned. It comfortable, quiet, goes off road, and fits my bikes right in it. I can also sleep comrtably in it.

My outback

Reliable car, Shoddy interior material quality

I’ve own a Subaru for five years. I bought it two years old as a lease off as a limited you would think it would have a premium leather interior. It does not it has thin leather inserts in the middle and paper thin vinyl bolsters the seat started disintegrating at 42,000 miles. The infotainment system has now begin to fail sporadically at 60,000 miles, the pain is very soft and the suspension items are very easy to bend my ball joints swore out at 50,000 miles and my sway bar boots cracked at 50,000 miles as well overall I’m very happy with the car. I just am disappointed that you would expect a little bit higher quality for the amount that the car originally sold for , the dealership work is very expensive service and spark plugs for one of the most difficult jobs. I’ve ever done a car but it’s done. I’m going to recycle the brake fluid and it’s getting an oil change.

love love love it

Beautiful vehicle! Gas mileage is poor but I love the way I can cruise up mountains. I would get the four cylindar if you have a long commute.

Great buy but a bit pricey

The title says it all ... no pun intended

Nice Wagon!

My 2016 Subaru

Need to buy flip/flops and grow a scraggly beard

nice car - electronic extras difficult to use for an old guy

Great utility not so comfortable

I likever everything about the car except the front seats are not comfortable on long trips, I had to get cushions to sit on.

Outstanding vehicle

I upgraded to the used 2016 Outback limited from new 2014 XV Crosstrek limited. What a different experience. Everything in Outback is much better from materials to comfort of driving. The real life gas mileage is the same despite being bigger and heavier although much below manufacture numbers . And my German Shepard dog finally has room for itself. The Eyesight system is a great safety addition to the car. The only thing I could complain about is the infotainment unit. If you have too many songs on your USB drive ( I have 8000 songs), the unit takes about 3 minutes to recognize all of them. Before that plays only songs from the first folder( I set it to random play).

A wagon, not an SUV

The 3.6R entry was a racecar in station wagon clothing. CVT aside, this thing moved. Unfortunately, it also suffered from wind noise and an unstable, unpredictable suspension. The dealership said everything was fine, but my wife and I noticed a slight sway over some bumps that had not been present before. Eventually, opted to trade up to an Ascent, but may look at Outbacks again in 2021 as the size was more manageable than the big rig. Update Feb. 2021: Traded in the Ascent with less than 3K miles for another Outback. Not to make this more of a review for the Ascent, but it was just too big for what we needed, and could barely fit in the garage. Worst of all, the wife didn't feel comfortable driving it. So, went back to the Outback Limited XT and couldn't be happier. The wind noise problems were resolved, and the suspension is uniform. I'd still recommend a 2016 Outback Limited 3.6R to anyone looking to buy used. Just make sure the price is more than a few thousand less than a new one.

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