Used 2017 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited SUV Review
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Exhaustive comparison
Bobby W, Walpole, MA, 12/07/2016
2017 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
My wife and I did an exhaustive comparison between the Outback Limited, KIA Sorrento, Nissan Rogue, Hyundai Santa Fe and the Toyota Rav 4. We test drove each of the models above -some of them two or three times. We compared features, poured over projected reliability data and read countless forums about each model. I even contacted the Service Managers at each dealership in an attempt … to gleen information about common problems. In the end, the Subaru Outback excelled in every category, including advanced safety features like the Eyesight technology. Moreover, the ride of the Outback handled better and seemed more comfortable, as well as more responsive in our test drive than the other models. Subaru's Symmetrical All Wheel Drive was also a key factor in our decision. It is a superior system and due to the design, eliminates torque steer due to engine weight displacement during emergency handling. Less important features, like the self-storing roof crossbars, which eliminate drag and wind noise, pointed to the overall intelligent engineering of the vehicle. Little details like that are indications of practical design that I believe extend throughout the car. The comfort and convenience features are as nice as any $40-50,000 car. I should point out that choosing a new car in this category was not easy. Some of the other manufacturers have very competitive cars with outstanding feautures. But in the end, after literally months of research, we chose the 2017 Subaru Outback Limited because it seemed superior and met our needs. We are extremely happy with our decision.
Outback Features make my commute easier!
Laura Coughlan, Washington, DC, 08/31/2016
2017 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
I got the 2017 Outback limited with eyesight. The adaptive cruise control makes my long commute much easier, as it will slow down and speed up to keep my car at a constant distance from the car ahead of me. Even if cars move in and out of my lane (or if I change lanes), the cruise control keeps me safe and less stressed during my 45+ minute commute. And the visual and audible alerts are … hugely helpful when a car is in my blind spot as I drive, or when I am getting ready to back up. My family is very happy with our new car!
Saved Our Lives
DF, Caldwell, ID, 09/05/2016
2017 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
In December of 2015, we leased a 2016 Outback. In eight months, from December 2015 through August 2016, we drove the car just over 19,000 miles of Idaho and Nevada roads. On a late August night, just before midnight, driving through central Idaho at at 65 miles per hour, we hit a 500 pound Elk. The Subaru was totaled. The front end was completely demolished. The total damage was in … excess of $25,000.00. The passenger cabin was untouched. My wife and I walked away from the wreck with nothing other than sore muscles. Two days later, we drove out of the Subaru dealer with our newly purchased 2017 Subaru Outback. Our Subaru Outback is the best car we have ever owned.
My 2017 Outback Limited with pizzaz!
Karen Taylor, West Roxbury, MA, 09/02/2016
2017 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
Love the mileage after only 1000 mi. The ride is quiet and comfortable. Climate control is great. The only improvements I could recommend at this point is the angle of the screen and the side vents. When the sun sets, the light glare on the screen is awful! I made a cover for those times. Also the metal surrounding the side air vents also reflects the sun and affects the vision in … the side mirror. It is spacious, comfortable, and easy to maneuver. The navigation isn't as good as I would like. My google maps is better, but perhaps I haven't learned the correct use. Prior to this I had limited technology, and now have Eyesight, so I am still learning a lot. I made a lot of comparisons before purchasing this car.
I would recommend darkening the front side windows a bit to cut the glare from rear headlights.
The CVT causes a bit of noteworthy spurts at times. Starting cold causes engine drag until it runs a few minutes.
The overlap of roof at the rear makes cleaning the rear window difficult.
Overall I am happy with the car.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2017 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:More spacious and comfortable cabin than many of its competitors
- Pro:Roof and cargo loading heights are lower than those of most SUVs
- Pro:Excellent visibility in all directions
- Pro:Off-road ability is above average
- Con:Acceleration is lackluster, especially with four-cylinder engine
- Con:Gas and brake pedal feel make it hard to drive four-cylinder smoothly
Which Outback does Edmunds recommend?
If you simply need a big wagon that can get down and dirty for not a lot of money, it's hard to beat a 2.5i Premium. Nicely equipped with heated front seats and a good mix of tech, it's a great choice that dispenses with fuss and frills.
Full Edmunds Review: 2017 Subaru Outback SUV
Driving
3.0The four-cylinder is slow to accelerate, and handling performance isn't fantastic. The Outback is much more adept when it comes to handling bumpy back roads or snowy highways.
Comfort
4.5We were suitably impressed by the Outback's seats, both front and rear, which provide all-day comfort. The soft suspension delivers a smooth ride quality, but there's more road and wind noise than we'd like.
Interior
4.5Subaru did a nice job updating the Outback's interior controls from the last generation. Beyond that, all the previous Outback goodness remains: plenty of passenger and cargo room and terrific outward visibility.
Utility
With its easily accessible cargo area, spacious rear seats and low roofline, the Outback offers excellent all-around utility.
Technology
The Outback is graced with a modern and reasonably user-friendly touchscreen interface, available in either 6.2- or 7-inch sizes. Some functions require unnecessary dexterity, but it's one of the easier systems to use. Also packed with abundance of features and smartphone-connectivity apps.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2017 Subaru Outback in Ohio is:
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