Used 2018 Subaru Outback SUV Consumer Reviews
Why is this car so popular, the price?
Though about average price for this category of SUV, I was underwhelmed with the handling and engine in this car. For a snow country car this was inexpensive but for a little more the Chevy Eclipse offered a much better engine, more comfortable ride and much better technology.
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Still outstanding - 6 mos later!
Adaptive cruise control is amazing....virtually self-driving. No issues after 30,000 miles...just oil changes & tire rotation. The 6 cylinder has all the power you need. It’s rugged, sporty and luxurious.
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- 2.5i Premium 4dr SUVMSRP: $18,9243 mi away
- 2.5i Limited 4dr SUVMSRP: $16,39214 mi away
- 3.6R Touring 4dr SUVMSRP: $20,75014 mi away
Almost perfect, but...
Love everything about this car but the steering is waaaay looser and sloppy than I anticipated and I’m not confident of its ability to hug the road like I expected. Last car was BMW 335i so maybe I just need to get used to it. Right now, after 200 miles, I’m counting the days until I can trade it.
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Starlink and Seats Suck!
The front seats are terrible, they are so bad for long distance driving comfort. Put in a Recaro at least, or give the option. Starlink is horrible, connectivity and CarPlay leaves a LOT to be desired. This car is a rockstar in the snow, and very quiet, the Eyesight really is nice but figure out how I do not have to worry about the cameras when I get the car washed!
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New Subaru Relationship
First time Subaru owner... After 6 glorious months of having my BMW X6, Judy,(gracefully clocking in at 56,000 miles) and encountering the following... $1,400 for high pressure fuel pump $2,200 for transfer case $616 for replacement of coolant expansion tank 2 oil changes at $150 $170 for a stripped oil pan screw $400 for tinting And... an unattended battery light and need of a blower motor replacement We mutually decided to part ways. Alice, Subaru Outback, and I are new to each other but I hope a beautiful relationship develops. My advice to you, never buy an $80,000 car (Judy was used and I paid nowhere near that but that was her MSP new) because as I was told in the repair shop, it’s normal to expect $16,000 a year in maintenance. If you would like Judy, she’s on the Subaru lot in Charleston, SC. She’s a beaut Clark... a beaut....