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2012 Subaru Outback consumer reviews

$23,295–$24,295 MSRP range
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(93 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.8
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A dependable car on snowy roads.

This car met all my needs, it has plenty of leg room both in the front and back seats, very comfortable, nice seat warmers, and lots of room for your stuff.

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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LIving up to expectations

Car has exceptional room. Comfortable with many seat positions. Handles well. Accelerates moderately. Back seat is comfortable for passengers. No USB ports and only 2 lighter outlets. Drives well with many road issues (potholes, heavy rain, roads under construction) Feel safe and confident behind the wheel.

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

It has a great look and needed AWD for winter. Still gets good MPG for AWD. I've owned Subarus in the past and were the best cars for performance and driving in wintery conditions.

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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Very solid vehicle with 6 speed manual Tx

Very solid and reliable Subaru Outback with hard to find 6 speed manual transmission. Great vehicle for on and off road with rugged off road tires.

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

Hard to find another vehicle that has the room, all wheel drive and still rides like a car while still getting nearly 30 mpg. The way it handles, all most makes me wish for snow.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • 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 vehicle to own

The outback is great in the snow and has tons of room. It also does fairly well on gas. The outback drives very smooth and handles nicely

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2012 Subaru Outback is Amazing

This car has been wonderful and I always feel safe when driving in the city or on the highway. Subaru's stand by their reputation in quality and this is my second Subaru and I have no complaints. The vehicle has a lot of space inside for passengers and/or storage. It handles very well in rain, snow, icy conditions. The interior upholstery and sound system are perfect. All wheel drive is excellent to have.

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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I feel safe in my Outback.

This car has met all of my needs. I can carry plenty and it's design accommodates children, pets, luggage easily, etc. Great all-around vehicle. I have never felt safer highway driving than in this vehicle.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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I am excited to finally own a Subaru

So far I love this car. My daughter has owned two and one kept her from serious injury when it was totaled. I drove it home from Idaho to Montana last night. Love it so far.

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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JUST BOUGHT MY 2012 OUBACK 3.6R IN 9/2017

GREAT CAR ALL AROUND EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE 3.6R AND GREAT MPG. HAD TO REPLACE THE STARTER MOTOR 4 MONTHS AFTER I GOT IT, NOW AND OIL LEAK IN FRONT OF MOTOR COVER.ITS GOT 122 K I PUT 7K ON IT, SO I GUESS I GOT A GOOD DEAL AT $ 9,000.00

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