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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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Outback limited 2018. Safety first

This car ranks one of the highest in safety. But with the limited trim it adds some luxury at an affordable price. I?m very happy with my purchase and I don?t think I?ll be purchasing from another company again.

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

Love the safety features as well as the aesthetics. Functional and beautiful at the same time. Most fun car I've driven in a while. Great fuel economy as well.

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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awesome

I like the way the car handles and the amenities it has. The seats are not made for short people there is no neck support, that is my only complaint

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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Safest and most durable car I?ve ever owned.

This is our second Outback, first one was a 2011, we traded it 3 years ago on a Camry, that car was ok but not as rugged and comfortable as the Outback. The 2018 model is better than the first in my opinion. The safety features of EyeSight, the improved navigation system, power lift gate to name a few. For the size of car the gas mileage is decent - 28mpg for the four cylinder. If power is more important than mpg?s then the six cylinder is a beast. For three years all I?ve heard was I miss my Outback - I now have a happy wife when she?s behind the wheel!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • 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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Have always owned a Subaru.

Always felt safe in the car. Good for the mountains and winter driving. Will go through snow with ease. The best car for everyone especially for the mountains . Always reliable.

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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My fifth Outback and it is just the best car ever

I love my 2018 outback best car ever, I feel so safe in it. It does everything but talk to you. I am sure it will last for many fun years.

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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This is our 4th Subaru we LOVE them!

We love the new features as eyesite. The only issue is Subaru detuned the CVT transmission to improve gas mileage a little, and it hesitates when pulling out from a stop. Our 2011 Outback was much faster pulling out from a stop

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Impressive Outback

I was looking for a new SUV to replace my Subaru Legacy. Looked at several brands before driving the Outback. I found the ride, handling and quietness of the Outback to be tops in the class. The Infotainment Center works great. But the best part was the Eye Sight package. The safety features are the best!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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All the bells and whistles

We're getting older. We needed a new car with all the safety/driver assist devices. This was the best rated small SUV by Consumer Reports. Very satisfied so far (about 200 miles). Too early to give a meaningful reliability rating.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • 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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Happy to be in a new outback! Love it!

It?s everything I wanted and more,does amazing off roading. Fits so much gear! And does pretty good on gas! Drives way better than the crosstrek we had!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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