What does it cost?
For Every Subaru Outback comes with four-wheel drive and a long list of standard kit. The cabin is very roomy.
Against The Outback costs more to buy and run than some rivals and it's an unremarkable car to look at, sit in, or drive
What Car? says
The Subaru Outback is roomy, well-equipped and competent in every area, but there are more appealing, more affordable rivals around.
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There are 7 Subaru Outback versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
The Subaru Outback sits in a pretty small niche of cars that straddle the gap between estates and 4x4s. It's exceptionally well-equipped, but it's not cheap to buy or run and it doesn't have the premium image or interior quality to match key German rivals.
Standard equipment includes leather upholstery, Bluetooth and electric driver's seat adjustment, but top-spec 3.6 R models are pricey to run.
The diesel version makes most sense – it's a stronger performer and has much lower running costs than the 2.5i petrol, which comes with a CVT automatic gearbox as standard. The 3.6 R petrol model also has an automatic gearbox. It provides strong performance, but costs a lot more to buy and run than the diesel.
Subaru has a good reputation for reliability, and owners generally have only good things to say about the service they receive.
Reader test team says:
Subaru Outback Estate 2.0 D SE Nav Plus 5dr
I bought a used 2009 2.0D SE Navplus model just over a month ago. It is relaxing and comfortable to drive, with good alround visibility, and tall…
4
out of 5 stars
Subaru Outback Estate 3.6R 5dr
I want a car that is quick, is automatic, has 4-wheel drive, runs quietly, can hold 2 sets of golf clubs with electic trolleys and luggage for 2.…
5
out of 5 stars
Subaru Outback Estate 2.5i SE Lineatronic 5dr
Bought new as a 60 Plate on 1st September 2010 I went for the Outback 2.0 SE Diesel as the reviews were good. It is expensive at 27k but having owned…
3
out of 5 stars
Subaru Outback Estate 2.5i SE Lineatronic 5dr
This is a car that grows on you. Not a particularly smooth ride at low speeds but reasonable on the motorway. It is roomy and has quite a low entry…
4
out of 5 stars
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Our pick of the range
Subaru Outback Estate 2.0 D SE 5dr
For us, this is the pick of the Outback range, blending a reasonable price with lots of standard kit. Some rivals are better value, however.
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