2001 Subaru Outback 3.0 VDC review from North America
"Fast and efficient, all-weather car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Passenger side mirror cracked when heating up one morning in Juneau, AK - I am living with it.
Wind noise from driver's side mirror - mechanic fixed with a new mirror gusset.
Steering rack went out at 60,000 miles. Suspect moisture and salts from Juneau, AK. This cost about $800 to replace.
Now I have vibrating noises coming from the undercarriage at about 1100 rpm - I suspect the exhaust system needs some work.
General comments?
This is one of the fastest cars I have owned - got her up to 130 MPH the other day with good tires, and I think there was more speed to be had, but I chickened out, not wanting to get a ticket.
I have noted gas mileage as high as 30 mpg on highway trips, but average about 21 mpg in mixed driving.
This is the best ice, mud, and snow car I have ever owned.
This is a solid car that has generally served me well, and in comfort.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 H6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 24000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 88000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Alero |
| Date of Entry | 11th April, 2009 |