2004 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport

Rating from Pennypincher

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Comfortable ride with responsive/spirited performance. The 6-cylinder is a must and fun! My 5 member family w/2 teenage boys was comfortable on a 9 hour road trip."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from Cptn Chaos Mod Man

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I have had 4 used subarus so far. started in 92. Keep going for another one. I also tend to push them to their limits and have not been disappointed yet."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Clhoward

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I worked my but off reviewing and educating myself on used Subarus - My dream car!. If I am looking for used I want a 2004. I found one w/low mileage - VERY RARE. Nice physical shape, lots of perks I will get spoiled with, and 1 repair issue that the dealer took care of immediately. So far I am very comfortable driving it and enjoying it. I hope to feel the same after this winter w/the all wheel drive as I just sold my 4WD pickup. These babies hold their value and you just need to shop intensely because there are not a lot to grab from."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Amy in Amityville

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I purchased a 2004 Outback in 2005 from a Subaru dealer in Seattle. It had 18k miles on and had been a loaner car. This is my 6th year with the car and it has 90k miles on it. I love this car! The heated seats and side mirrors in the winter are fabulous. I feel that the car is very roomy and comfortable, especially on longer road trips. When I sit in the back seat with my daughter, there is plenty of leg room that many of the other hatchback/wagons I looked at do not have (ex. The Rabbit/Golf, older Forester/BMW wagon/Audi A3). I can fit so much in this car! I bought a twin mattress from Costco and with both backseats down, I got the mattress in flat and shut the back! Wow I was impressed. Furniture..dog.. my daughter...it all fits. The car is sturdy and has a great crash rating. The doors feel much heavier thatn the Forester. I drove the new Forester and was not impressed with the tin can feel. The Outback is solid. The MPG is not great, about 22MPG. I do both highway and city. But the AWD is worth it in the winter, this car is a BEAST in the snow. We took it up to the mountains outside of Seattle to the ski resorts and I always felt safe in it. We are talking 5000' up. And now we are in NY and we get snow here and there is never any question if we will be able to work or where we need to go the day it snows. In 6 years I have had to do the front brakes quite often at about $250 a pop. I replaced the tires once. And at 60k miles the Oxygen sensor went, that was $500. Replaced some belts recently for $200. And now the timing belt needs to be done at 90k so that and the water pump are $550 at my local guy. I also took it to the dealer and had it checked out, they put in a new battery 2 years ago. At $4/gallon I put about $40 in when I fill it. The 2002 models had head gasket problems and were recalled for that. I recently took mine in, and my mechanic said he thought the coolant was leaking. Which is a sign the head gaskets are going. I have watched it and I don't think there is anything wrong. So, this is actually my 3rd Outback and I think they are great cards, comfortable, reliable, great crash rating, fit everything in. Great family car if you don't want to drive an (ugly) mini-van."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Subie fan

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Just sold this car at year 8, bought new for $25K, had 145K on odo, in perfect shape. Got $8K! This car went cross country over and over, also with a 6 cyl. was our go-to car for hauling boats and heavily overloaded trailers. The leather seats were much better than cloth in in 2008 model. Mileage was 23-25, winter-summer. My 6' boys preferred the back seat to the '08, and took the car many times loaded with 5 guys, suitcases and fishing gear aimed at the Rockies 1000 m. away. Only one unexpected repair: slight suspension problems at the end of our ownership, otherwise only routine stuff."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from subaru fan

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"It goes anywhere . Starts in cold weather. It's a 3.0 motor just the right amount of power to pull my popup camper. The price was right"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from LaYeti

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Great reliable car for the money. Get above spec gas mileage. Has plenty of power and is great in the snow. Has enough interior room for short trips. Would and will buy another !"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Outdoor sports (hiking, cycling, etc.)

Rating from Phillly Dad

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		2 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Bought used 3 years ago; only 1 minor repair since then. Boring to drive, but hyper-reliable. Great in snow. If only it weren't ugly as a toad and had a little more rear seat leg room it would be near perfect!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Subaru Newby

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"It is a great car, not a huge SUV but roomy for mid size. Good mileage and handles great for an AWD. I will not compare this to my Infinity on styling and comfort, but then it is not a touring luxury car. I am used to a 6cyl, so the power is probably good for the 4cyl. With no dealer nearby it was a challenge to get competent mechanic, but worth the effort to maintain it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from AK driver

(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

"Zero problems so far after 4 years. Does very well in winter conditions. Seats 4 adults comfortably - that might be the only possible downside, if you needed more interior room. Fuel economy has been as advertised. I'd buy one again."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A