Average Rating
| Comfort: |  | 4.1 out of 5 |
| Performance: |  | 4.3 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: |  | 4.2 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | | 4.2 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | | 4.3 out of 5 |
| Reliability: |  | 4.4 out of 5 |
11 out of 13 people would recommended this car to a friend | ||
Consumer Reviews
Rating from Car-Loving Engineer
 (3) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: |  |
4 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Handling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: |  |
3 out of 5 |
| Features: | |
3 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: |  |
2 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
2 out of 5 |
"This car was bought brand new. What a disappointment. Over the course of the first year and a half I've been back to the dealer 4 times for a whistling windshield, 4 times for a squeaking suspension bushing, 3 times for a defective instrument cluster, roof racks that vibrate no matter where you place them, vacuum leak, warped rotors, and the vehicle uses a quart of oil every 4000 miles. Having had enough with Subaru I've tried to trade in this car but both times the dealers wouldn't touch the car because the odometer was reset twice when they worked on the instrument cluster. This car is a great driving machine, quick and agile yet, If a car is unreliable all other considerations don't amount to a hill of beans."
I would recommend this car to a friend: No
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: N/A
Rating from Tomato1
 (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Handling: |  |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Features: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"This was the first vehicle I have puchased new, and the biggest selling point is that even the base model had everything I needed. I live in the North (snow), frequently travel to construction sites (mud), carry a lot of tools and equipment around (station wagon), haul around ladders (truck), make long trips on my service route (econo-box), am starting a family (safety), and wanted something I could work on myself if need be (cheap). After comparing a dozen or so vehicles in its class, and knowing a few fanatical fans of Subarus, I couldn't come up with a reason not to go for it. The standard features are just what one needs, without too many frills. Everything about the car is comfortable, except I feel that on the highway there is a bit too much road noise. I'm used to driving bigger, more luxurious vehicles so maybe I'm just picky, but on long trips I have a tendency to arrive just a bit crankier than my spouse would like. However, it could be much worse. The seats are very supportive. The 4 cylinder engine is enough to make the car peppy when I'm the only thing in it, but load it up with 4 people and some luggage and you definitely notice the engine strain. Turning on the AC likewise really bogs it down. I can't complain too much, though, because the gas mileage is adequate. A V6 would just make me angry every time I stop at the gas station. Handling is suprisingly good for such a tall vehicle. It corners very nicely, is swift to change lanes, is a dream to parallel park, and stops on a dime. The 2006 models have a package with 4 wheel disc brakes and much larger outside mirrors, which I feel are important safety items that should be standard. I wish I could have held out a year for that. Styling? What's that? Subaru could have done worse. Its not exactly eye-catching, but it isn't goofy-looking or available in garish colors like some competitors out there. You can't hide what this car is: a four-wheel drive station wagon for tall people. It looks like the sensible vehicle it is. The interior design is good, though after a year I still have to think about which stalk sticking out from the steering wheel does what... especially when getting out of one car and into the next. Leg room in the front is outstanding, and so is the cargo volume with the rear seats down."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: N/A
Rating from Retired business owner
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Handling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Features: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"If this car were hybrid, I would think I had died & gone to heaven. Mileage isn't so bad though. Almost 30 on the highway. Plus, it has so many other terrific qualities, like high ground clearance, really nurturing-to-your- back seats, no-lean cornering, to name just a few. It is comfortable even for my 6'2" husband. My 2005 has a top safety rating & I can vouch that Subaru's brand of all wheel drive cannot be beat for driving in bad weather or bad roads. (My life was once saved because I was driving one.) I love this car & regret mightily having to sell it. This was my third Subaru over many years & I loved them all. They are absolutely 'faithful & true to expectations' cars!"
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: N/A
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