I would much rather have the 3.6 Boxer H6 over the 2.5, not only for the extra pickup but that awesome boxer 6 sound! Very good looking wagon as well, nice interior, great luggage space plus roof rails. The Outback is on my short list of new cars I would buy if I was in the market.
I liked your review, it pretty well covers what my 2019 Outback Touring 3.6r is. I purchased my Crystal Black Silica with Brown Leather Interior New. Have not had any mechanical or interior issues. The best upgrade I did was to change out the OEM Bridgestone tires with Michelin CrossClimate 2 tires. There is a world of difference in the quietness and ride comfort. Traction has amazingly improved . There's nothing I dislike about this car.
Was looking at used luxury suv's around 40k. Test drove 7 suv including a fully loaded Outback 3.6R around 38k. It was the only one in stock the dealer said. I was shocked at how well this outback drove, had effortless powere where I wanted it and was quiet. Good navigation, Had bigger Nav screen than audi Q7 which everyone raves about but I find hard to see well. For my current want/needs my current list of vehicles to choose from for my next purchase consist of Lexus RX350 Fsport which comes standard 8 speed trany an AWD and about 19/ 27 mpg and this 3.6R Outback. Lexus will be used and apx 2 grand more. This Outbck is a sleeper. Outback is on a 6 week waiting list with $500 down payment. But order exactly what you want.
I recently purchased the '15 3.6R and I like it quite a bit over the 2.5 which I test drove on several occasions. I wish it had about 300hp but it's good power and I average 24mpg which is not much less than my previous 4cyl Honda CR-V. Fun wagon to drive for sure.
I have a 2013 outback loaded it up with soil Bags and man did the throttle respond well but it did delivered the power very smooth, 3500 to 3800 rpm sweet spot. First Time Subaru owner and Love it, gonna see how it tows with small three dirt bike trailer this winter. I also get thirty mpg on freeway doing 70 +
We almost bought a '13 Outback, but the fuel efficiency was a deal-breaker. Subaru REALLY needs to address this. I suggest a nice 4-cyl. diesel, which I understand they've got.
What do their loyal customers need to do to bring a Subi Legacy wagon to North America? i have a 2003 Legacy Wagon with 211,000km (yes - i'm Canadian). I don't like the Outback roof rails - what am I to do with my Yakima system? They should go back to the regular rails like the Forester. Great reviews ... keep up the great work.
I really don't understand why they say they don't buy the wagon when most of the used subarus I see 90's and upwards are station wagons, mine included.
If Levorg came to this continent, I'd buy two! But apparently, we're minorities. I'll have to do with Impreza hatchback for now. Thankfully, they'll start offering EyeSight on Impreza, albeit on the top trim levels only at first.
please please please review the 2017 jeep grand Cherokee trailhawk with hemi v8 engine PLEASE!! I love your videos you provide great information and I would really appreciate it👍 ( btw the model will be arriving at us dealerships in the next two to three weeks )
With fuel economy in the real world, with the 4 cyl., you're more likely to be pushing it harder more often, where with the 6 cyl. you wouldn't need to push it that hard. So in real world driving it's going to be harder consistently average towards the higher end of the MPG ratings.
Ioanides001 I remember those old-school Forester XTs. They are amazing cars/sport wagons/quasi-Suv thingys. If you still own yours, then you got yourself a rare gem my friend.
flip these outbacks are cheap in the usa...$38,000. only here in south africa.to buy one it similar to buying a two bedroom house...rand550,000 or 660,000.with 14% vat(tax) on top of that.i dream of owning one.
I test rode a 2016 3.6r outback and witness some wind rushing noise at highway speeds. Its not whistling but wind gushing. Just wanted to know how does it compare with other cars w.r.t. wind noise.
Great wagon I love the V-6 ......you think the V6 would be closer to 300 HP and bring back the 6 speed auto Trans CVT stink ......I can live with the MPG But a turbo V6 option would be wonderful...........any rumors of a newer Baja I would buy that again.....Great for hauling MT Bikes I don't want a truck just to do that......
+Ryan Slemmer True, thoughI prefer to keep them inside using a big cloth tarp. Keeps them more secure and eliminates the wind noise. Don't have to buy attachments either.
Driven Car Reviews Valid point. Subaru does need to add some extra sound deadening, including some laminated side glass, at least for the driver and front passenger. Not sure if it's just the car I drove but the Outback seemed a ton quieter than the Legacy based on engine noise, even between a 14 Outback and 15 Legacy. I drove the 14, 15 Outback, and the 15 Legacy pretty close to back to back, all used... So I'm sure that has a little something to do with it. But my situation between then and now has changed. My 15 Fusion is going into Lemon Law arbitration next week, and with how long this process has been dragged out my negative equity from my 2010 Fusion (also a lemon law car from it's previous owner) that was repaired and returned to operation, but started having issues again immediately after the warranty ran out on it. So with the negative equity having been reduced from 5800 down to 1600 by the time things are said and done (assuming we come to an agreement next week, results would be found in July at the earliest) I will be looking at leasing a 17 Legacy Sport.
Hey Tom, What was your MPG that you observed and how was the HK sound system? I am not looking to blow the windows out with bass but like full and rich sound.
I messed up on my notes so I don't have an accurate account of the milage I saw on this one. It happens occasionally, my wife is surprised it doesn't happen more often. I suggest you try the HK system out yourself, it's been too long since I've driven the car to give you an honest assessment. Sorry, I can't be of more help.
I've had my 2015 for a week now. I'm keeping the RPM's below 4,000 as the book calls for in break-in. I've not found the 2.5 to be inadequate. I could understand the six if you are at high altitude.
Steve Bukosky thanks for responding, yeah I'm up in utah around 4500' feet..I dunno I'll have to test drive both, but most people I've talked to are ok with the 2.5..I just dislike hearing an engine strain or loud valve noise.. we'll see thanks for your input though!
Matthew Chidester You probably know turbo engines perform especially well at altitude. Outback doesn't have one but Forester, Escape, and Santa Fe Sport do.
Driven Car Reviews thanks for the response, I'll look into those other cars (btw awesome review) yeah I wish they still made the outback xt..I dunno maybe when I take the 2.5 out for a test drive it won't be too bad, just numbers wise with power to weight ratio it makes me wonder...but anyway thanks for the information/video!
It's not just the speed off-the-line that matters. You won't be disappointed in the 3.6 when it's fully loaded with people and gear. Especially on hilly terrains. Also keep in mind the specs we get on our vehicles from the manufacturer usually - only - include the weight of the driver without cargo. Once you load up the car you'll notice a big drop in performance. Our 3.6 has not failed us on long uphill treks pulling a 2,300LB travel trailer (w/trailer brakes), gear and 4 adults. Empty it's a beast (for a wagon). Good luck with your decision.
256 HP for a big engine like that??? That is hardly class leading. 300HP is more like it, and can be done. Otherwise, you will not find a better put together package in uh...wagon! Garbage infotainment. Hey, it's a Subaru. Driving dynamics are great in that it will not offend, nor will it excite. Imagine an STi Outback with say 3.6 H6 with 350HP, and tightened up suspension, and more goodies. IIHS Top Safety Pick + is no accident. So like my WRX was, and the Legacy GT I had. Such a great 90% car needing some further refinement, but at least most of the weird is gone, and I can recommend a Subaru to my friends in the snowy climes, and those who want/need AWD. Would I get an Outback? Nope. Most likely a Forester XT with a retune for more power, find a way to fit better all Terrain tires, and the Billy Goat Forester is ready to rock. Packaging wise the Forester is superior to the pricey Outback. Though I like the more REI look of the Outback better.
That's a decision I"m going through now. I like the look of both the Forester & Outback - yet I also want something that at least gives me a bit of fun and has decent acceleration. Would the Outback 3.6r or Forester XT provide that? I've heard that the Forester XT is not that exciting to drive with the CVT engine. While it's quick - it's not engaging to drive. If that's the case, it makes for a tough decision. Did you sell your WRX because it was aging or needed a car with more space? I suppose the Legacy 3.6r is another solid option, even though it's likely not nearly as engaging as your old Legacy GT.
You are better off with a Regal TourX 2.0T with Active Twin Clutch AWD witb torque vectoring rear differential for $29,999. It'll run rings around the OB 3.6R and has been proven in Motor Trend comparison to be better.
the CVT in this one is likely similar to the one in the Forester XT, which I've got and has a very smooth quiet CVT. However the 2.5L engines do have a more annoying CVT.
