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2009 Subaru Outback consumer reviews

$22,295–$23,295 MSRP range
side view of 2009 Outback Subaru
(43 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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love my suba

It is just the the car I need for all of me outdoor pursuits. It gets more home safe in all weather. I would own another.

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Good first car!

Loved the looks of the wagon but wish Subaru made more turbo manual models easier to get! Had to settle for the NA and was to slow!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My first choice is a SUBARU !

Very dependable, economical, good for my ego, AWD has proven to be necessary when I wanna play or for fishing!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Count on this car.

I own two Subaru cars. The Outback is nicely packaged. It has just the right amount of electronics.

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

I have a 2009 Subaru L.L. Bean Edition. Great car. Never let me down. After Super Storm Sandy I drove it up to the mirrors on a flooded street. (my home was a short distance away 30 ft.) Went in the water came out on the other side no problem.

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Drove and handled nicely. Clean lines in & out.

Nice styling and comfortable fit. With minor repairs would be in excellent condition. Holds the road well.

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

Overall a great car! Got it about a month ago and to date I have no complaints. Looks great inside and out, very roomy, reliable, fairly good on gas. I get anywhere from 22 to 28 mpg. Have about 120 milesroundtrip daily to and from work. No issues at all and it doesn't seem as if I'll have any. I believe I will always have atleast one Subaru in my driveway! Overall satisfied customer.

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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BEST FOUR CYLINDER CAR I'VE EVER OWNED. VERY QUIET

My 2009 Outback Limited Edition model is everything I need... and more. Other than a few minor oil leaks that are not uncommon on the Boxer engine - I love this car! The utility is great, with lots of interior space to throw my skies and gear into for fast trips up to the mountains. The Harmon Kardon stereo is fantastic, delivering crisp highs and lows. The low notes, i.e. bass, is enhanced by the powerful sub-woofer, located in the cargo area. I feel very secure at highway speeds and visibility is excellent. I burn premium fuel, by choice. I plan on keeping this car for the long hall and increase engine life, plus added performance and increased gas mileage are benefits to burning premium fuel. I just put four new Yokohama Tires on it and my gas mileage increased. Getting close to 25 MPG combined highway and city. I have 140,000 miles on it and feel confident in getting another 140,000 out of it. Paying for a repair/maintenance once in a while, sure beats a $500 - $600 car payment every month. Also, I prefer the sleek lines on the pre-2010 Outbacks vs. the new body style, with the exception of the Touring Model. The Touring Model Out back will be my next car.

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My 5th Subaru!

It is very comfortable -seats and ride. Mileage is 18 town, 40 road. Power everything. Radio has 3.5 mm device input. LOVE IT!!!

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 Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great Car!

perfect. The car has everything I needed and it was cleaned up all nice for us. I can't wait to drive it.

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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