Skip to main content

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
Explore the 2018 Subaru Outback
Shop the 2018 Subaru Outback

One if the best SUV values for the money.

Met all the options I was looking for and has a very high safety rating. Smooth ride and good visibility all around. Has more room than most SUV's in it's class. Features like roof rack, are always available and stored in the vehicle for convenience.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

2018 Subaru 2.5i Outback Touring

This car has numerous advantages. You need to consider it, at minimum even if you like the Lexus RX 350 or the Volvo XC 60. You may find that, overall, the value is with the 2.5i Touring Outback, especially if you choose maybe 10 accessories for this Subaru.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Outback Models Keep Improving

Driving Outbacks for the past 18 years, the 2018 has many safety features and improved comfort over the past years. There are many more adjustable aspects to the seat, lumbar support, headrest and steering column to each driver the most comfortable. Pre-collision and lane departure warnings are a great addition with the Eyesight feature.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Nicest vehicle I have owned in quite some time

Vehicle had all the safety features I wanted and needed. The ride and handling are superb. Plenty of pep in a 4 cylinder. Provided many extras for the price. Process was very nice and clean, no hassle. Exceeds my expectations.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 4 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Fabulous Car!

Love the Apple Car Play. Great gas mileage, comfortable ride and great value! I love my Outback!!!!

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
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Safety & Beauty

I love my 2018 Subaru Outback 2.5 Limited with improved performance & handling, quieter drive, and the Apple play, plus all safety features.

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
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Our third Outback and the best one

This is our third Subaru Outback and it is the most comfortable, and technologically equipped yet. I was initially concerned about getting the 2.5i engine because of reviews but it has more than enough pep for me. We have owned both the 6 and 4 in the past and could not pass up the better gas mileage of the 4 after driving it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Reliable, Comortable Interior, Plenty of Space.

Subaru put a lot of refinements into the '18 Outback (2.5 engine, Limited edition w eyesight). My 2011 Outback was a very reliable vehicle, so I expect the same for the 2018. With the Eyesight suite, Subaru adds a lot of safety features not available on the 2011 model. It is more quiet on the highway and a recalibrated torque curve makes it fun to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Bang for the Buck!

I love this car!! There is really nothing more to say, it is comfortable, roomy, has GREAT technology (the EyeSight is the best adaptive cruise control on the market), and is a fantastic value. To get all of the options I have in my Outback, we would have had to purchase a car upwards of $50k from another maker. Would I like it to have more power, sure!! but being able to cruise around the city and get 25 mpg and have enough cargo room to fit everything I need in the back...I will give up some performance. We loved our Outback so much after buying, that we went down 4 days later and bought another one for the wife. I believe we will be Subaru owners for life.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Some electronics glitches

My 2018 Outback is turning into a great car. A few electronic/radio glitches took the luster off of my new car experience, but some diligent technicians at the dealership have made it all good.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No