2001 Subaru Outback - Dependable Vehicle For Cold Weather Climates
We own a 2001 Subaru Outback that we purchased 3 years ago. We did so on recommendation from my mother who has owned two Subaru's previously. It has been a very dependable vehicle for me and my family. It has leather seats which are auto adjustable, which is a very welcome feature for myself as I have back pain from time to time. We absolutely love how it handles in snow and bad weather. Living in an area where we typically get snow and ice during the winter months, it has made getting around so much less stressful, which just wasn't the case with our cars previously. Regarding everything else about the vehicle, there are some things that we haven't been completely pleased with. This was purchased used, and is by no means a newer vehicle, so there have been some exhaust issues, and als... (more)
We own a 2001 Subaru Outback that we purchased 3 years ago. We did so on recommendation from my mother who has owned two Subaru's previously. It has been a very dependable vehicle for me and my family. It has leather seats which are auto adjustable, which is a very welcome feature for myself as I have back pain from time to time. We absolutely love how it handles in snow and bad weather. Living in an area where we typically get snow and ice during the winter months, it has made getting around so much less stressful, which just wasn't the case with our cars previously. Regarding everything else about the vehicle, there are some things that we haven't been completely pleased with. This was purchased used, and is by no means a newer vehicle, so there have been some exhaust issues, and also some acceleration issues that we've dealt with. The radio on it is very nice though, with a built in CD player. We really enjoy the extra space it affords us to move things and especially on trips. It is very convenient to open that back door and you can just set things in the back of the vehicle right at an even height with you, no bending over like you would have to do with a regular car with a trunk. It gets decent mileage for a 6 cylinder vehicle, so there are no complaints there. The aspect we really love the most though goes back to how it handles in snow and winter weather. Literally one week after we bought it, we had over a foot of snow with drifts over three feet deep. Living in the country with a long driveway, I thought we'd be snowed in again for sure, like we usually would have been with our cars. I gave it a shot though, and it just plowed right through that snow as if I was driving in the summer. We really have come to enjoy it.
When waking up to a big overnight snowstorm, we had it parked in our shed. We live in the country, and the distance from just our shed to the country road is quite a ways. We had around a foot of snow, and right in front of the shed it had drifted very high, around 3 to 4 feet. I'd already experienced and seen how it could perform in snow, so just sat right down, started her up, and plowed rig... (more)
When waking up to a big overnight snowstorm, we had it parked in our shed. We live in the country, and the distance from just our shed to the country road is quite a ways. We had around a foot of snow, and right in front of the shed it had drifted very high, around 3 to 4 feet. I'd already experienced and seen how it could perform in snow, so just sat right down, started her up, and plowed right on through all that deep snow, all the way to the main country road, and went on my merry way.
The pros for our 2001 Subaru Outback would start with it's handling in bad weather, particularly snow, that is our favorite feature. Also, we love the trunk space and the ease of loading and unloading that it provides. The seating space inside the vehicle is also nice and roomy. It drives very smoothly as well.
The pros for our 2001 Subaru Outback would start with it's handling in bad weather, particularly snow, that is our favorite feature. Also, we love the trunk space and the ease of loading and unloading that it provides. The seating space inside the vehicle is also nice and roomy. It drives very smoothly as well.
The fuel economy is not the best on it, but somewhat to be expected with a 6 cylinder. We have had issues with the exhaust system on ours, so that may be something to pay attention to. It doesn't seem to have great get up and go also, but that could also be attributed to it being a little older vehicle.
The fuel economy is not the best on it, but somewhat to be expected with a 6 cylinder. We have had issues with the exhaust system on ours, so that may be something to pay attention to. It doesn't seem to have great get up and go also, but that could also be attributed to it being a little older vehicle.
2008 Subaru Outback - I do love my Subaru
It is a joke I suppose that Subaru owners love their cars, but this is my third Subaru and I do love my car. I had a 1995 Legacy wagon for 20 years before getting this one, a used 2008. I'd prefer buying a new car, but Subaru no longer makes normal station wagons. At least this old Outback is similar to the Legacy wagon. In some ways it is better - I've already benefited from the tire low air pressure warning light. The seats are more comfortable than those in the old Legacy - there is some lumbar support, for one thing, and better thigh support on each side.
It is a joke I suppose that Subaru owners love their cars, but this is my third Subaru and I do love my car. I had a 1995 Legacy wagon for 20 years before getting this one, a used 2008. I'd prefer buying a new car, but Subaru no longer makes normal station wagons. At least this old Outback is similar to the Legacy wagon. In some ways it is better - I've already benefited from the tire low air pressure warning light. The seats are more comfortable than those in the old Legacy - there is some lumbar support, for one thing, and better thigh support on each side.
When I first saw this car, I thought the colors were kind of ugly, but a woman who had been with me in the service area when I decided against fixing my 20-year-old car drove past and said it was gorgeous, like mink and champagne. I laughed and told her I would have to learn to see it through her eyes.
When I first saw this car, I thought the colors were kind of ugly, but a woman who had been with me in the service area when I decided against fixing my 20-year-old car drove past and said it was gorgeous, like mink and champagne. I laughed and told her I would have to learn to see it through her eyes.
I like some of the features the old car did not have, such as outdoor temperature, mpg and at least theoretically how many more miles are left in the gas tank, and two trip odometers.
I would not have known I had gotten a nail in my tire until it was totally flat without that cool tire pressure warning light.
It goes without saying that the most important Pro for any Subaru is All Wheel Drive.
I like some of the features the old car did not have, such as outdoor temperature, mpg and at least theoretically how many more miles are left in the gas tank, and two trip odometers.
I would not have known I had gotten a nail in my tire until it was totally flat without that cool tire pressure warning light.
It goes without saying that the most important Pro for any Subaru is All Wheel Drive.
I miss a sunroof! I don't care about letting in sun, but letting out hot air. Since I can't pop the top, I must now put the windows down a bit when I park outdoors in hot weather, but that is neither as safe nor as effective.
The Outback is longer than the Legacy, but the cargo area is smaller. What makes anyone think a bigger car with less storage is a good thing?
The cargo cover is insane, needing a little piece that attaches under the window since the slant of the window prevents the cover from coming far enough back to cover the cargo. When there is too much stuff back there to use the... (more)
I miss a sunroof! I don't care about letting in sun, but letting out hot air. Since I can't pop the top, I must now put the windows down a bit when I park outdoors in hot weather, but that is neither as safe nor as effective.
The Outback is longer than the Legacy, but the cargo area is smaller. What makes anyone think a bigger car with less storage is a good thing?
The cargo cover is insane, needing a little piece that attaches under the window since the slant of the window prevents the cover from coming far enough back to cover the cargo. When there is too much stuff back there to use the cover, that little piece is dislodged and is not easy to put back in place. A massive nuisance. Who needs the back window to slant so much? It reduces cargo area and makes the cover harder to use. I wish this car were a Legacy, basically.
2012 Subaru Outback - The best car for me and my family.
I live in a very mountainous area with a lot of winding roads that create blind turns. When I was looking for a new car I wanted something that could fit all five of my family members as well as my two dogs, handled dirt roads well, and was safe. After much review of what was available on the market, I chose a Subaru. I will admit that Subaru is quite popular in my area, but there is a reason why. They are ideal for the geography and driving conditions in the area I live and fit into the outdoor lifestyle that is common here. There is not a single thing about this car that I do not like. When I drive my Outback I not only feel safe, but truly enjoy driving. I really don't know how to give a better review for such a great car than to say I will likely purchase another Outback when I am ... (more)
I live in a very mountainous area with a lot of winding roads that create blind turns. When I was looking for a new car I wanted something that could fit all five of my family members as well as my two dogs, handled dirt roads well, and was safe. After much review of what was available on the market, I chose a Subaru. I will admit that Subaru is quite popular in my area, but there is a reason why. They are ideal for the geography and driving conditions in the area I live and fit into the outdoor lifestyle that is common here. There is not a single thing about this car that I do not like. When I drive my Outback I not only feel safe, but truly enjoy driving. I really don't know how to give a better review for such a great car than to say I will likely purchase another Outback when I am ready to get a new car.
I remember using it to go look at Christmas lights during a snow storm. It was really a magical experience that night with the family and it was a great feeling to feel like my car could handle the conditions.
I remember using it to go look at Christmas lights during a snow storm. It was really a magical experience that night with the family and it was a great feeling to feel like my car could handle the conditions.
The list of pros about this car is quite long. First I dig the safety rating. I have three children and one is about to start driving so I want a car that is safe, and the Outback fits that bill. I also love the fact it can go into all wheel drive when the weather around here can make driving conditions difficult. The vehicle handles incredibly well, and is quite maneuverable for a car of it's size. I like the back up camera a lot (though wish my teenage daughter would quit relying on it so much). I also feel like the braking and acceleration are quite responsive to minute changes to the a... (more)
The list of pros about this car is quite long. First I dig the safety rating. I have three children and one is about to start driving so I want a car that is safe, and the Outback fits that bill. I also love the fact it can go into all wheel drive when the weather around here can make driving conditions difficult. The vehicle handles incredibly well, and is quite maneuverable for a car of it's size. I like the back up camera a lot (though wish my teenage daughter would quit relying on it so much). I also feel like the braking and acceleration are quite responsive to minute changes to the applied pressure from my foot.
About the only thing I don't like about the Outback is it's gas consumption. It only gets around 25 miles per a gallon, but given all that I get in return I feel it's a fair trade off. I do hope that Subaru starts focusing a bit more on fuel economy in the future.
About the only thing I don't like about the Outback is it's gas consumption. It only gets around 25 miles per a gallon, but given all that I get in return I feel it's a fair trade off. I do hope that Subaru starts focusing a bit more on fuel economy in the future.
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