Snapshot
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EPA Fuel Economy:
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City:
19
–
23
Highway:
24
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28
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Available Engines:
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168-hp, 2.5-liter H-4 (regular gas)
250-hp, 2.5-liter H-4 (premium)
250-hp, 3.0-liter H-6 (premium)
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| Available Transmissions: |
4-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
5-speed manual w/OD
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New or Notable
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 What We Like
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 What We Don't
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| • | Redesigned Outback for 2005 | | • | Legacy-based construction for Outback | | • | Impreza-based construction for Outback Sport | | • | New turbocharged 2.5 XT Outback model | | • | Four- or six-cylinder | | • | Manual or automatic | | • | Additional ground clearance |
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| + | AWD operation | | + | Seat comfort | | + | Automatic-transmission operation | | + | Ground clearance |
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| - | Ride comfort on rough surfaces | | - | Limited offroad capability | | - | No low-range gearing |
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Vehicle Summary
SUV-like styling cues and characteristics give the Legacy-based Outback a unique appearance and enhanced capabilities, augmented by a choice of all-wheel-drive systems. Redesigned for 2005, the Outback is a bit larger than its predecessor and can be equipped with a turbocharged four-cylinder. The Japanese automaker also offers a smaller Impreza-based Outback Sport series.
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