Subaru Outback

"Awsome in bad weather and especially in the snow"

"For a 4 cylinder engine, acceleration is great. Handling is good but not great."

"It does not accelerate as well as the Subaru Impreza I used to own, especially driving up steep inclines. Handles going around curves well."

"Car rocks & bounces due to high center of gravity and springy suspension. Would prefer a tighter suspension."

"Feels firmly planned in all situations. Throttle response is abrupt and the brakes are sure, but the pedal feel it's mushy"

"We do very little driving in high density, urban type of traffic so drive less aggressively when we are in it. Vehicle is more than satisfactory for the type of driving that we do as far as acceleration and handling is concerned."

"plenty power. smooth ride"

"Great excelleration. The six cylinder provides plenty of power. The heavier weight does require more steer input from driver"

"The Outback handles well but acceleration is a little sluggish, especially to our 2014 Forester."

"4 cylinder is ok, but if you're looking for power, this heavier than average car needs a bigger engine."

"six cylinder engine makes for a smooth responsive ride. Would not buy the 4 cylinder"

"all wheel drive helps in winter"

"Vehicle drives smoothly considering it is only a 2.5 litre engine."

"Being all wheel drive my 2010 Subaru Outback can motor through anything. You never have to worry about it gripping and staying on the road rain, snow or shine."

"Handling is good. Acceleration is adequate but would be nice to have a little more."

"Drive control in snow and visibility when changing lanes"

"A bit sluggish acceleration and soft on handling"

"It has the 3.6L V6 engine so its acceleration is awesome compared to the 4 cylinder 2.5 L."

"While it doesn't have amazing pick-up when overtaking, It handles very well on curves. It feels as if it hugs the road."

"Very reliable"

"With the 6 cylinder engine, acceleration is terrific. (The 4 it tested was whimpy. The sacrifice of 2 m.p.g. was worth it.) Vehicle handles well and is very tight. No sign of any aging after over 8 years. Terrific!"

"Poor acceleration Rolly-polly handling at high speeds"

"Don't expect it to be a race car however it drives like a tank on winter roads."

"It is very responsive, rides quite smoothly and handles very well."

"Very good handling in snow / ice."

"extremely slow acceleration"

"Car is very smooth. Accelerates well for an AWD. The 6 cylinder engine makes a HUGE difference. I've had 4 cylinder Outbacks for loaners from the Dealership and they are all dogs! Still not a big fan of the CVT tranny. If you're going to get an Outback, get a 6 cylinder."

"Most comfortable car Ive ever owned."

"I wish I would have purchased two or three of these vehicles. I drive long distance and find it to be very trustworthy on the road."

"It accelerates and handles worse than my 93 Toyota pickup truck"

"Fast, quick, stops well."

"Great handling and acceleration"

"Good acceleration and handling with an added 19mm rear anti-roll bar."

"The acceleration is excellent and this car has proven to be a great road trip car. My wife does not fly so we always drive and never fly"

"Durability, engine, exterior, reliability."

"Great performance with V6 engine and AWD."

"I feel secure in the car"

"Braking and taking curves and tracking are very stable."

"I've driven many different vehicles in snow and ice. This vehicle might be the most surefooted of them all."

"Jerky acceleration. Dangerous in slippery condition. Engine noise excessive."

"A little underpowered. Handles well. Decent acceleration."

"The Outback's handling is secure. The 2,5 liter 4-cyl engine is not bad but lacks authority"

"Great for a 4 cylinder"

"Difficulty seeing out rear when backing. Limited visibility because of rear seat headrests and small rear window."

"Good acceleration and handles great in the snow."

"The car has adequate acceleration and excellent handling"

"The acceleration and handling are certainly adequate for us oldsters."

"Responsive & the accelerator is not as sensitive as the Forrester."

"Car is easy to drive and handles well in snow and ice- was the only vehicle getting through on our snow covered forest roads due to its higher clearance and sure footed handling. Much better than my expensive German sedan with 4WD"

"adequate acceleration and great handling in adverse weather."

"Head room was lacking a little, but they resolved that in later models. Everything else has been well worth every penny spent. Snow storms - never stuck. Front driver tire dropped into an unexpected 2-foot deep hole. The bumper pins broker and disconnected the bumper. Cost $50 in labor and a new pin to put back in place. This car is made to take a bit of a hard hit with a class act comeback."

"powerful response even after 7 years, excellent in winter wearther"

"Comfortable on long trips."

"6 cylinder engine is smooth and powerful, with effortless acceleration and sure footed handling."

"I've had this since new. It drives smoothly and responsively. I love the handling."

"Very predictable handling, 6 cylinder engine gives more than adequate acceleration, great car for bad weather."

"Great accelation and handling"

"I really like the ride and handling of the 2010 Outback. I hear Subaru has stiffened the ride in newer models. But for me, in New England, where the roads are consistently in bad shape, I like the softer ride. Acceleration is not great but good enough for day to day. It's certainly no sports car."

"The car handles very well. I have never had any problems getting around even in heavy snow."

"poor acceleration"

"Always does what I need regradless od weather/ traffic conditions. This vehicle is a plesure to drive."

"Weak on acceleration on mountain roads."

"Initial acceleration is abrupt, which is especially dangerous on slippery roads."

"Still drives well at 140k miles."

"Slow and noisy acceleration"

"Works well for driving dirt roads (good clearance) and snowy roads."

"I love how my Subaru handles in all types of weather. I use all season tires and never had needed to use studded tires because of how well it handles in the snow/ice. We have the V6 and the pick up is amazing."

"The acceleration lags and is slow on the Outback."

"On the highway, in distinction from in town/city, we average 30-37 mpg."

"This is the first year of the redesigned outback. Ordered the v6 because I didn't like the CVT transmission in the four cylinder. The six cylinder has tremendous acceleration, but the hesitation in the electronic programming for the throttle is disconcerting during a rolling stop. There is also suspension noises coming from the from end when going over bumps, which has been checked at the dealership a few times only to be told that everything is tight. Not impressed."

"I like the CVT transmission. It feels more powerful than I would expect for a 4 cylinder engine."

"I am a nurse and have to get to work no mater how bad the weather is. This care has gotten me to where I need to be every time."

"Acceleration is not great when there are 4 adults in the car when merging on the highway. Have to really press the gas pedal down to get up to speed quickly. Handling on non-smooth roads makes the car bounce all over. Have to grab a hold of the wheel tightly."

"Sense of safety on the road. Handles well, solid frame, all wheel drive protects occasional need to divert to muddy roadside, seats high enough for good visibility"

"It lacks good acceleration but handles well & gets good mileage."

"Suspension just right for my driving. Acceleration, well, I miss the turbo in my 2005 Outback, but not having to use premium gas. I want the mileage, or I'd get the 6 cylinder."

"The 2010 Outback's suspension system makes it difficult to fell 100% in control when turning. The backend of the car feels like it is going to give-out and slides in the opposite direction of the turn."

"we have had recently, lots of vibration and had read about this happening.We've taken it into the dealer twice and they say they can't find anything wrong with it. However, the vibration (which is not constant) continues to happen."

"It gets me where I want to go in the snow."

"Room inside Ease to drive Good mileage"

"good handling"

"just love the oerall vehicle except the styling like the 2005 and 2006 body style of oduback wagon"

"Drives great in the snow without chains, the AWD works wonders and saves major time not having to deal with chains."

"Its winter/snow/bad weather performance is superb."

"Cornering and handling could be improved. Reduce road clearance by 2 inches ?"

"Handling. I live at 7,600 ft. on East side of Rocky Mountains. Roads coming down from this elevation are very curvy with many sharp turns. Had WRX/STI rear stabilizer bar installed by Dealer($250 parts and labor) greatly improving handling, mainly understeer. Can only do this on 2010-12 models."

"Good acceleration with the 4 cylinder engine and CVT transmission. Handles well on snow and ice. Downside is a nagging shimmey in the steering wheel at highway speeds that the dealer was never able to rectify."

"Excellent pickup speed and superior handling. I feel comfortable and secure in this vehicle in all driving conditions in the Pacific Northwest."

"The 2.4 L engine and manual transmission are inadequate for the heavier weight of the larger 2010. I've had the clutch replaced twice. I've had the transmission rebuilt twice also."

"The only problem I had was that I did not realize how wide it was, which causes problems in parking"

"Superb acceleration and handling under the most dangerous conditions."

"4 cylinder has great acceleration and gets good gas mileage."

"Good - Highway MPGs. Visibility Bad - Weak acceleration. Sloppy handling. Steering wheel vibration at around 55 MPH"

"not a big fan of CVT engines. too noisy although the newer ones are quieter. I will test drive maybe a 2017 outbavk to determine engine noise of cvt."

"We opted for the 6 cylinder engine because we live in the mountains and need the power for uphill driving. AND I LOVE LOVE LOVE the higher clearance, as it makes it much easier to get in and out of the car as well as handling dirt roads."

"acceleration is sluggish. It doesn't handle as beautifully in automatic as it does in gear"

"slow acceleration as compared to the 2013"

"We had his and her Porsches (911/CayenneS). Because our Subaru has a flat 6 engine just like my old 911, the lower center of gravity makes handling similar to Porsches!!! We lent this car to our daughter and she raves about the acceleration and handling."

"evan after 6+ year the car handles very will. the 3.6R engine is very responsive"

"Very comfortable ride and a pleasure to drive. Even though it is 8 years old the steering is still very tight and responsive."

"We love our Subaru, although it could be a bit quieter on road noise. Comfort is fine. Ride is nice."

"Rides nice with not much road noise and comfortable seats"

"Comfortable for around town driving but not very comfortable on long drives. Making lots of rattling noises as car has gotten older - more so that other vehicles that I have owned."

"Painfully uncomfortable seats"

"The front seats are short on lumbar support"

"The Outback has very comfortable seats and good lumbar support. The road noise is minimal and the ride is smooth but not mushy in the corners."

"A solid, very dependable, reassuring car."

"ride is nice, smooth, handles well. Seat could use more padding, wider flat seat before bevelling up to sides of seat, lumbar support. A little loud (road noise)"

"Good car easy to drive & vert comfortable"

"Ride is good as is handling. Seats are a bit short on cushion length and position is a little cocked to the side."

"Driver's seat is uncomfortable when driving long distances (I am a heavy woman with back and hip issues). Road noise when one or more back windows are down is deafening when highway driving. Except for the above the ride is smooth."

"Ride comfort and seat comfort are like a magic carpet ride, but still handles very well. A not to drive even after over 8 years."

"Ride is comfortable, noise - minimal"

"Beginning with the test ride 8 years ago, we've been sold on the seats, ride and low noise level."

"lumbar support could be better"

"handles crisply, confidently, basic seats are ok but would definitely upgrade next time. noise is moderate. predictable, smooth ride."

"I have 2 Outback’s and this 2010 version is even more comfortable than my 2015 model. It handles well in all situations and is a pleasure to drive."

"SEATS ARE COMFORTABLE"

"Very comfortable ride for driver and other occupants of the car."

"It is VERY quiet for highway driving. Good handling and very little road noise. Seats are comfortable. Lots of cupholders even in the back."

"The seats are very comfortable, the cabin is very quiet and the ride is smooth. I enjoy driving the 2010 Outback."

"The high seats are convenient for those with orthopedic issues of any kind--i.e., no need to scrunch down or climb out of the seating. Air flow noise can be excessive. The seats are adjustable and generally comfortable."

"too much noise traveling with window down (not traffic noise). good ride, seats could be more comfortable but not bad."

"the seat fabric is far to light in color. shows stains far to easily, no darker option was available at time of purchase"

"Leather seat for drivers side split and is extremely expensive to replace."

"The interior is cavernous. Big comfortable seats and plenty of legroom."

"I wish it was quiter, and I never liked the interior fabric"

"Only complaint I have is the noise factor on the interstate. Would have been nice if it was quieter."

"My wife has back pain. The seat is the most comfortable that she has found."

"Excellent seat comfort and cushioning combined with suspension which absorbs almost all road flaws, even speed bumps."

"Front seats do not support upper legs adequately; need to be longer/deeper"

"Plenty of space. Back seats convertible to extend trunk. Good all around view. Quiet ride."

"Seats are terrible, same deal, headrest can't adjust angle, forces me to have my head tilted forward when I sit as required with seatback as vertical as possible. ZERO comfort rating"

"lots of road noise"

"Seats are comfortable and adjustable. Deep seat pan works for me. Great visibility due to seat position."

"The 2010 was a total remodel of the2009. Suprisingly the car is very quiet, smooth, no wind noise. Subaru did a great job with this car."

"Too much road and engine noise get into the car"

"Driver seat very good. Power controls work well. Passenger seat has no power and is uncomfortable for my wife after a few hours. Rear passenger space is good and one reason for buying this car. Materials wear well but do show some stains."

"The Outback is comfortable and quiet."

"Seats are customizable and very comfortable for long distances. Noise at highway speed quiet, but loud upon acceleration. Smooth ride, good road feel"

"The seats are comfortable but would have like electric adjustments to the passenger seat. This was not available on the 2010 model."

"2010 changes to their seats was a vast improvement for comfort. The ride is smooth and I live on a 2 mile dirt road. Much quieter than my previous Outback!"

"We just bought it recently, but we are very impressed with the comfort, and particularly with the smooth ride."

"Seat padding is less so now use seat and small lumbar pillows for support"

"Seats are uncomfortable"

"Nice ride, very comfortable seats. A bit noisey"

"No lumbar support in the drivers seat makes for uncomfortable long trips."

"Too noisy at speed."

"Rear seats are comfortable, but the front seats with built in heater are uncomfortably hard, causing me cramps, pain, or numbness after a couple hours on the highway."

"Good legroom, comfortable seats, very good hvac, great visibility"

"Super comfortable"

"Seats were too hunched. I had to put a pad in the hollow to protect my back, but that pad is a worry because a rear end collision could result in injury. Recently rode a new Outback, and the problem was fixed for 2017 models."

"This is a very reliable car, with no operational issues at all. However, the ride is harsh, and there is a lot of road noise, except on new and smooth asphalt."

"Due to the side bolsters the seats are uncomfortable for my wife, as are the rear seats for myself & my son. acceleration & braking not as good as I would like. Some of the issues have been resolved in 2016. The audio, phone system is to complicated for spouse. I only drive it when necessary, handles very well even when over max 900 lb load except for braking & acceleration, cornering etc ok. Need to increase max load to 1,100-1,200 lbs & only comfortable for 4. Need to eliminate the drive line"

"Seats can be easily adjusted for comfort and those riding in the back seats are always comfortable."

"The AC cycles in and out, and when I say out I mean it goes from cold to tepid. I don't think this is a defect. I suspect this is due to a deliberate design decision. Either way it is very, very annoying. Also, vent placement and adjustment could be better."

"The ride is very comfortable but The air conditioner is weak"

"Seats are very comfortable and adjustable, but the car does get quite a bit of road noise."

"the one thing that bothers me is the climate control....it is very poor. On a hot (80's) day i can have the a/c on full blast and i'm still warm. It's also a very loud fan. The only other complaint i have about this car is the low beams are very low, and yes i have had them replaced. They just don't shine very far or wide at all."

"can drive 8 hours to Maine with no pain, seats are very supportive.. Noisy only if I insist on opening windows. Ride is great over dirt roads in Maine, far better than my daughter's Jeep."

"Passenger seat is low and cannot be raised."

"Driver's seat uncomfortable on long trip"

"The Subaru is primarily my wufes car. I need meow leg room to drive comfortably."

"seats.ride, and climate control"

"Although we have leather seating, the seats are somewhat narrow and result in our legs going to sleep if driven very long. It often feels as if we are sitting on the seat frame."

"Base model seat height adjustment is very clunky and sinks over time. Window controls need auto up/down for both driver and passenger"

"Driver's seat adjusts so that I can make small changes to allow for long drives. A little change can make a big difference."

"seats are too hard"

"The seatbelt isn't comfortable. It doesn't seem to be properly placed when it is in use."

"Just got safety recall for passenger airbag. Until parts are available Subaru says don't use the front passenger seat."

"I am 5 feet tall....car is built for a basketball player. Can't see over the head rests to the rear, door opens so wide in a wind that I nearly fall out of the car reaching to close it, temp,gas,time all out of sight in the daytime in slot buried under the windshield"

"4 wheel drive is great not the styling comfort and i am 6 feet tall no problem easy to work on"

"The seats are not comfortable. I have to take a break after about an hour on a trip. I won't buy another Subaru."

"Seats are really not that comfortable"

"floor fans are inadequate cloth seats are uncomfortable"

"The road noise is more then I would like it to be"

"Front seats could be longer to better support long legs. Front passenger seat could have had a height control to make it more comfortable for a tall person."

"Well made car"

"safety and cargo room"

"Exceptionally stable with firm control. Excellent handling on slick roads. Quality construction Stable in highway speed manuevering."

"The passenger seat lacks adjustments provided on the driver seat. Air conditioning is weak on hot days. Thanks for the telescoping steering column! Thanks for the generous leg room. Luggage area could be wider as wheel wells intrude significantly."

"Wind and road noise are louder than I would like."

"Vehicle does not blow A/C air while idling. Subaru says that is normal...not in my Camry! Vehicle is not quiet when on the interstate. You can hear a lot of road noise (i.e. every time the car goes over a joint in the concrete...thump, thump, thump.) Seats are comfortable."

"The AC is good but not great - in the hottest days of Florida it struggles to keep the car cold"

"Great vehicle for money"

"Beet in kind in 2010 for combined ride, styling and hauling. With a trailer hitch it can do most anything short of being a truck."

"We did not have to spend any money on this car until this year when we needed a new battery and new tires."

"reliable and functional"

"The features and reliability have been very good for the price paid"

"28 to 32 mpg is great for an all wheel drive suv"

"Too valuable to relinquish for any newer car."

"Respectable fuel economy, lots of room for its class, and sure-footed driving in less than ideal conditions."

"This vehicle can go anywhere, do anything and never needs anything except routine service. My wife drives the 2017 Honda CRV, but this is my favorite vehicle I’ve ever owned and at age 78 I can report that I’ve owned and driven Cadillacs, Mercedes, you name it."

"FOR $30,000, ALMOST 70,000 TROUBLE FREE MILES, SO FAR. JUST ROUTINE MAINTENANCE."

"Outstanding. Continues to operate without any problems using routine maintenance."

"very reliable vehicles, this vehicle has seen a lot of asphalt and still drives as it just left the dealer, the only item I really dislike is when a headlight is burned out and you have to take it apart to change the bulb."

"One of the reasons for purchasing the car was due to it's collision safety ratings. A solid, strong body and frame was one of the criteria that had to be met when we purchased this car."

"Great car: very reliable and safe, good driving in all weather situations (all-wheel drive). Very little repair/maintenance costs."

"Great value for AWD. Also the CVT drive train is good for fuel and smooth on acceleration. We will buy a Subaru again."

"Not much has changed in the way of looks so mine can pass for new. It simply does what it promises to do and does it well."

"The entire drive train has been perfect, everything still works perfectly, it looks nice and is rust free."

"It's reliable and comfortable."

"For the money this vehicle offers quite a lot."

"Excellent resale value."

"The car is an incredibly good value. It is well built, dependable and comfortable."

"The 2010 Subaru Outback is an amazing vehicle. It is quiet, comfortable, roomy and economical. But, they do have some electrical sensor issues that they cannot explain. The vehicle runs fine, then all the dash lights start to flash and you loose cruise control. I took it to the dealer, they charged me $600 to replace the oxygen sensors. 2 weeks later, on a long road trip, it happened again. Took it to the dealer they couldn't explain it. A couple of months later, it happened again. Frustrated, I disconnected the battery and let it sit for 10 minutes. I have not had a problem since. They can't explain it."

"best bang for the buck - no other vehicle comes close re value"

"For everything it can do (people hauler, box hauler, trip to home improvement store hauler) its hard to beat. Its like driving a multi tool everyday. It can be anything you need it to be."

"excellent vale for practical car underpowered"

"Required comparison shopping to find the right model and mix of features. Able to find a deal in home town for a great price. Maintenance costs have been minor, because we diligently follow the recommendations for service. Two round trips to Alaska thru Canada showed how well the Outback can perform."

"It is a solid, basic vehicle with easy maintenance and good performance."

"The car has been reliable. Capacity to drive in comfort. Down size for this model year is acceleration on mountain roads."

"the Outback has been dependable transportation in all kinds of weather, for a reasonable initial price. Not too many problems in 7 years and 90,000 miles....wiper motor, gas cap, a couple instances of mysterious stalling."

"At 170,000 miles, I never had any problems with the car. All required maintenance was done per owners manual. I expect this car will drive another 200,000 miles. Most awesome car ever."

"A very practical and trouble free auto at a good price. Lots of storage space and the all wheel drive comes in handy when caught unexpectedly in snowy weather"

"Checked on internet and got a good price."

"price"

"It's been a great value overall. Nice ride and handling. A little underpowered maybe because of the original CVT. It's been in 3 accidents and still going. Mechinically has been very reliable but a little worried now at almost 120,000 miles regarding problems I'm hearing regarding the CVT. Want to keep as car for almost 16 yr old daughter but nervous about CVT longevity."

"The vehicle handles very well in adverse driving conditions and get good gas mileage."

"Subaru is a reliable, sturdy, workhorse that drives smoothly and quietly."

"The subaru is a good reliable 4wd car with lots of room. My only complaint is the gas mileage. Subaru is very environmentally conscious in their manufacturing, but they don't seem to be making significant strides on getting better mileage and are lagging behind on the hybrid and electric areas."

"Style Mileage"

"We bought the vehicle new, it has 89,000 miles and, except for routine maintenance, we have only had to replace one bulb."

"Reliable, safe, everything works"

"zero repairs ( except tires and brake pads) in 60k"

"Exceptionally good gas mileage, very responsive dealers, a solid, reliable car."

"good looking, comfortable reasonable mileage"

"Excellent value and good in all weather and very good cost of operation"

"all aspects of the car are better than I thought...I really like this car...it drives up and down mountains, does well on dirt roads, does well in bad weather, is roomy and comfortable, I take it to 11,000 feet elevation, deep into the prairie, hall rocks and go hunting and fishing in the Rocky Mts. it goes where I do, with ease."

"Got a strippy model as far as electronics and wish had gone for more features"

"Very low operating costs. Expect good resale."

"Still amazed at the amount of storage in this vehicle. We have had multiple comments from others in disbelief about how much we can pack/haul when traveling or transporting gifts/groceries. It's like Mary Poppin's purse!"

"We thought long and hard about buying this car. I wanted to minimize our system costs and this car did not disappoint me. Again, aside from routine maintenance, we've had NO serious expenses with it. The bonus is that I can haul some pretty long pieces of wood in it, reconfigure the seats and go to a concert that evening. That is to say, it's both utilitarian and spiffy. When we first took delivery of it, I rarely saw other Subies in the concert hall parking lot, Now we see lots of them. The sec"

"Great car, good fuel mileage, and reliable but the paint scratches very easy. Even the Subaru dealer said it is soft paint."

"Excellent value. Solid depndable car, great mileage."

"I bought this 2011 car used in 2013 with 5000 miles on the odometer. I figure that I saved $25000 off the price of a new one. I figure on keeping this car at least 10 years and 150,000 miles, maybe more."

"A great deal"

"Extremely Versatile, good gas mileage, all wheel drive vehicle"

"excellent, best vehicle have owned"

"good for snow, 1 headlight has gone out 3 times resulting in being stopped by police3 times, mileage no longer good enough, CD player frequently won't work, clock radio, emergency light and seat lights are in bad places"

"I paid $31000 for a 3 year old used car. Unfortunately, I particularly wanted that year, color, and model, but it was still too high cost for a used mid-price car."

"beautiful vehicle"

"The fabric seats are stained and unattractive, even though I invested in the dealer's fabric protectant at the time of purchase."

"It is 6 years old. It seems to be older."

"A little too "tall" compared to our previous Outback. Made our older Yakima bike roof mounts hard to reach. Side view mirrors would not bend in as in older Outback. Later found out Subaru only changed this feature for one year due to consumer complaints re: this issue!"

"Sporty"

"I like the design of the strip running beneath the doors and the overall look of the vehicle."