2000 Subaru Outback review from North America
"Good car with a few weak points"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Car was trouble free for first 100k miles. Only complaint was that the front brake rotors need turning about every 20-30k miles or steering wheel would vibrate. At 105k the center differential (viscous coupling) began binding in sharp turns after driving for more than 1/2 hour. Cost over $1200 to replace. This is my 4th Subaru with high miles, but first to have a major drive-train problem.
General comments?
Great car if you drive in snow a lot. Gets decent fuel economy (about 25 mpg highway) with adequate performance and comfort. Put a storage box on the roof rack and it beats an SUV any day.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 109000 miles |
| Previous car | Subaru Loyale |
| Date of Entry | 13th July, 2007 |