Used 2019 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) Consumer Reviews
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Jeff K, Summerville, SC, 07/23/2019
updated 01/24/2022
Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
24 of 52 people found this review helpful
Final Update: I no longer own this vehicle. I traded for a '22 Outback XT with the turbo engine. The additional horsepower is awesome and makes a BIG difference! This is an update of my previous review. I've had the Outback for about two years and have gotten used to its quirks so I'm in a better position now to give an honest review. One thing to watch out for is the key fob. If you have it in your pocket and move the wrong way, you can accidentally open the liftgate while the vehicle is in your garage (or anywhere for that matter). If you don't catch it, you'll be left with a dead battery. Happened to me twice, and each time the Subaru roadside service I paid for was next to useless, so I bought a rechargeable jumper kit and keep it handy. I do think it's a design shortcoming that a vehicle with adaptive cruise control, adaptive headlights, automatic collision avoidance, lane departure/keeping, and blind spot monitoring isn't "smart" enough to turn the interior lights off to avoid a dead battery if the liftgate is inadvertently left open. The combination of the 2.5 L engine and CVT is anemic, but is adequate for most situations. Just leave plenty of time to pass on a 2-lane road! Overall the car is well built and looks nice. My dealer added a side molding that breaks up the slab-sided look nicely. I live in the southeast now so AWD isn't really necessary, but it's there for when I visit family up north where it snows a lot. Seats are moderately comfortable. Road noise is somewhat intrusive but livable. That may be due in part to the simple fact that it's a wagon so there's a lot of interior space for noise to reverberate in. Handling is good, possibly in part due to the AWD. Ride is good - comfortable without being 'floaty". The Harmon Kardon upgrade sounds better than the standard sound system, but too much emphasis is put on the front center speaker. I've tried multiple times to balance the sound to my liking, but just can't quite get there. After two years I've become used to it. I'm 67 years old and am a buttons, knobs, and dials guy so I don't like the touch screen, but I don't like ANY touch screens. They force you to take your eyes off the road to adjust things, and I believe they are responsible for numerous accidents. But it looks like they're here to stay so it is what it is. The 2020 version has an even more annoying touch screen. Speaking of the 2020 Outback, I drove one with the turbo four and was really impressed with the power! Overall, my 2019 is a good vehicle. It's safe (other than the aforementioned touch screen), reliable, and reasonably fuel efficient. To be honest I didn't like it for the first year or so, but once I got used to its oddities I'm reasonably pleased with it. I'll probably buy another one when it's time to trade.
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Bob, Leawood, KS, 03/18/2023
Subaru Outback Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased 2019 in August. Was hit by an uninsured motorist In October. 6 Months later my car is still waiting for parts. Safeco insurance stated offbeat car brands take significantly longer to locate parts for due to limited support.
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24 months update
Pete K, Oceanside, CA, 05/28/2019
updated 06/07/2021
Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Still love this car. Gas mileage consumption after 30K is a bit better (28mpg) but still not 32 what is advertised. The back door lift motor is something that Subaru should take care of. If you leave your rear door open (or even if you close it but not all the way) it will silently run all the time and it will drain your battery over the short period of time. I am not an expert, but simple time switch or something should be done. If you drain your battery, this car cannot even open the rear door since there is no inside hatch. Other than that this car feels and runs as a luxury car. After 6 months and 12K on Outback I love this car. Only small blemish is that there is no way to get even close to 32 MPG. yes you can get it in the moment but my daily commute of 70 miles of freeway and 4 miles of the surface streets is giving me about 25 MPG which is still good but not as advertised. Other than that it is very reliable and safe car to drive. So far i love this car. Fuel economy is definetly under the advertised MPG, but I am hoping it will improve as i am lerning how to drive this new toy. I will update this review as time passes.
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BigBlue, Danielsville, PA, 06/02/2019
Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is the seventh Suburu purchase in our household. I traded a 3 year old Outback premium in for this 2019 Outback Limited with all the bells and whistles. My Wife has a 2019 Forester Sport and my Daughter a 2017 Crosstrek. While this car is often used for towing a small utility trailer for yard supplies, it also retains enough of a luxury feel for a night out. My one complaint is that the original tires should be better and probably will be replaced long before they see much wear. An optional tire upgrade would have been appreciated. On the positive side, I love the ride quality, solid feel and maneuverability of this car, also the excellent safety ratings and confident feel in bad weather. The heated seats front and back are great for the winter although I do wish a heated steering wheel had been an option on the limited model as it's standard in the touring. While reviewers often feel that the engine is too slow, I find it to be more than adequate.
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New Subaru Fan, Milwaukee, WI, 01/02/2020
Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great car! Wanted safe car, with good gas mileage, and one that could handle Minnesota snow. I know understand why SUBARU owners are so loyal!
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