2005 Subaru Outback LL Bean review from North America
"This is a high quality car with a lot to offer the middle to high end driver"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Have had to replace OEM tires - as usual, they just don't stand up.
General comments?
For an AWD wagon, the Outback 3.0 is a great handler both on the highway and rougher roads. Yes, it has a firm ride, but what AWD doesn't? The 3L gives the car a real boost, and you DO pay for it on fuel consumption - a lighter foot will give you 25 mpg or better. Have just driven the car up the entire eastern seaboard and into Canada - all systems worked perfectly. The huge sunroof is superb - never seen one this size in a small car,...and, no leaks, even with some of our heaviest rains. Tires/wheels could be an issue for some - I don't think Subaru had to go with 17" rims, as this really puts the price up on replacements (have found a 16" alternative for my winters that works great!).
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| I have owned many cars, this one is THE worst. |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 19000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 23000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda Protege |
| Date of Entry | 24th February, 2008 |