2007 Subaru Outback 2.5i review from North America
"A comfortable solid car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I feel that the car is highly under powered... If I were to do it over I would have purchased the turbo. A 2.5 for the size of the wagon is too small. I also feel that they went too far off the "Outback" style, as it will easily will get lost in the crowd.
General comments?
That being said... it is probably the most comfortable car seat I have ever sat in. The interior of this car is what sold me. The moment you sit down and hear the solid "thump" knowing that it is not a cheaply made car... you feel as if you are in a captain's chair. All the controls are are easily operated without looking in the manual. Easily the most comfortable car I've owned. And despite the lack of power the handling makes up for it... on my test drive I hydroplaned and didn't even feel it... and on the cornering, on wet roads might I add, hardly any body roll for such a large vehicle and so quiet!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5L Manual |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 104 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 5 Series |
| Date of Entry | 17th October, 2007 |



