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2018 Subaru Outback consumer reviews

$25,895 starting MSRP
side view of 2018 Outback Subaru
(447 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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Most reliable car I have owned

I have owned a Subaru Outback for the last 10 years. It brings me great joy. Has awesome power and great style. Plenty of space and so fun to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Enjoying comfort and handling and gas mileage.

I guess I needed more instruction on turning radio on. Very irritating for it to always turn on when car started. Trouble getting seat setting to perform. Overall we love it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most unreliable vehicle I have ever owned

Battery started dying at about 4000 miles. Battery was replaced once and parasitic test were performed several times. Since the vehicle always passes the test the dealer will do nothing. They suggest that we don't drive enough even though we live 10 miles from anywhere and have not had a problem with our previous 20 to 25 vehicles.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Production has declined

I have owned a few Subarus in my time. Primarily Foresters, but recently an Outback. The vehicle spent more time in the shop than it did on the road. The vehicle had a lot of road noise and vibrations, front end issues, Starlink infotainment connection issues. The transmission went out at full speed on the interstate, bringing me to a grinding halt. Subaru did not want to consider the car a lemon after multiple issues, nor did they want to extend warranties on their parts. Instead, the corporate office sent me a vacuum. Vehicle had issues with wheels, wheel base, struts, etc...

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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I just purchased a 2017 Subar outback 3.6

This car met my needs for a all wheel drive in the Pennsylvania winters. It has the 6 cylinder engine but I now think the 4 cylinder would have been better for fuel efficiency. All the bells and whistles still need my learning to operate. The car is well built and comforytable

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable and safe car that I have owned.

This car gives me all the comforts of heated seats, easy to operate radio, and other essentials like talking on the phone hands free. Like the safety features of lane crossing.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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GREAT CAR LOVE IT

THIS BABY DOES EVERYTHING GOOD AND LOOKS GREAT EYESIGHT AND ALL OF THE FANTASTIC SAFETY FEATURES WILL SPOIL YOU. APPLE CAR PLAY & ANDROID AUTO MAKE IT NEAR PERFECT

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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The car I love, At the price I love!

What a great find! I purchased a vehicle which was within my budget. It has most of the features I wanted. A safe and reliable vehicle that met all my needs.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Have been wanting a Outback and love this one !

The outback has the styling , size, features and all that I could want in a vehicle. The safety features are great and I enjoy driving again!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A great driving experience!

One of the few late model SUV's with a CD player. Smooth ride, excellent visibility, roomy and comfortable for driver and passenger and with ample cargo space.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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