Subaru

Subaru Outback

Price $28,995 – $39,495
Fuel consumption 6.9 – 11.8 L/100km
The Car Guide rating N/A
The Subaru Outback is actually a wagon version of the hulky Legacy sedan. In fact, they share the same engines, a 2.5L flat-4 and a 3.6-L flat-6. The Outback also inherits the same three transmissions. A 6-speed manual gearbox comes factory standard, while the 5-speed automatic and CVT are also available.

Detailed ratings

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Driving N/A
Safety N/A
Interior N/A
Reliability N/A
Winter driving N/A
Comfort N/A

What's new in 2012

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Pros

  • The Outback wagon is among the best
  • AWD to keep you safe
  • Definitely reliable
  • Good road handling
  • Modest fuel consumption

Cons

  • The 2.5-litre naturally aspirated engine barely cuts it
  • Unexceptional soundproofing
  • Brakes are a bit doughy
  • Boring body shape (Legacy)

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