2017 Subaru Outback - Review and Road Test

[@hemiguthrie1752]

Not unnecessary lumbar support AT ALL...recently had a spinal fusion surgery and could no longer even think about getting into my 2014 Mazda 3 i touring. Literally bought a 2017 Subaru Outback because I could easily get in and make it totally comfortable for a spine that will take a year to fuse. So thankful for this car and absolutely LOVE it. Great review!

[@squeekybeef]

Only problem is the mention of a V6. The Outback's 6-cylinder is a flat engine, not a V.

[@chitos450094]

I got the 2015 Subaru Outback 3.6r in December 2014. I got 146k miles on it until now and is still going strong without any major issues... Cvt might bother most of the owners, but somehow it never bothered me as much...Safety is terrific and the ride feels planted in regular as well as not so ideal road conditions as well.. it does come with some quirks though.. like doors don’t auto lock on driving, but none of them are deal breakers...

[@stevecrocker6904]

we have been so happy with our 2010 model 3.6R Premium that we will buy another Outback in a flash. This incarnation doesn't yet warrant selling and updating but as fuel consumption further improves over time we will opt again for the 3.6. It is a gem of a power source to complement a feeling of quality. Sure, it's not a luxury car, but it is a premium quality car

[@IamGroot786]

I was initially looking at the Impreza hatchback but I'm liking the Outback more and more!

[@tonykavanagh5806]

I took delivery of a 2.5 petrol (Only 2.5 petrol and 2.0 diesel available in the UK) outback with Eye sight technology two months ago. It's a dream to drive, I drove 166 mils down the M1 to London last week just steering Eye Sight did the rest, absolutely amazing. The build quality, technology and cabin is comparable to anything produced by Mercedes.

[@MrCarpediem6]

+Tony Kavanagh and for a fraction of the price

[@tonykavanagh5806]

Yes I've owned two from new

[@endocry]

Pavel D1 owned bitch

[@endocry]

Liam Ross he said comparable

[@Sevan_UP]

2017 Subaru Outback published October 2014?

[@vacasa-bs42]

Yes I know I'm 6 years late, but I don't care. Most car companies make promotional material waaaay ahead of time, so it might be confusing. Also, the 2015 - 17 models look very similar to each other, so its possible they did some shots with those models instead.

[@valdius85]

The most comfortable Subaru I tried so far. I am so excited about the new one :)

[@cess916]

Nothing like a Proper Subaru review up in Mammoth 👍 best Mtb Scene in Cali

[@JasonD19736]

Best done review of the new outback I have found on the web. Well done!

[@oddities-whatnot]

I just got a 16 model year Outback with one owner, low miles. Best car I've ever had. Hoping to keep it many years as a tough workhorse that should cope with any lifestyle I may have as the time goes on. Subaru have got it right with this. No point getting the Forester or XV. Get the big one and be done with it !

[@robertstarr9691]

Nice , looking at 2017 outback for daughter an second vehicle also , lots of reviews about electrical an battery drain .

[@ConstantineJoseph]

If Subaru releases an STi Outback, it will be an utter dream come true. I believe the future for Subaru is for STi to make Subaru compete with the Audi RS and S line of cars. Since Subaru AWD and Audi quattro are so iconic in their superb handling and fun driving. Although Subaru is not there yet, they are making leaps and bounds with their record profit and understanding that consumers want a powerful car yet not hurting the pocket book

[@NeutralGenericUser]

Such an amazing car. I've always been a fan of what the Outback stands for, but I would've never purchased one if I had been in the market. This all new model, on the other hand, is incredible! The interior is beautiful, I like the exterior styling, the tech features are comprehensive; basically, Subaru fixed every issue I had with the outgoing model while keeping a modest price, and improving on things I never expected from a Subaru, like the interior! Great job to the team that developed this car. They went after every flaw, and fixed it without introducing any new areas of compromise! This car would easily be my first choice in the segment.

[@geethsan1567]

NeutralGenericUser Totally agree with you!

[@colechapman6976]

I've had my 2012 Outback 2.5i Limited with the optional navigation system for two years now. I bought it two years ago at 87,000 miles, and since then have put on 110,000 miles. I think it's a really good car and it feels very well planted during rain or snow. Subarus goldilocks ground clearance height means that it's just tall enough so that you can do some light offroading, but it's not so high up that my grandparents struggle to get in. I like how it feels more car-like, and while the 2.5i engine is a bit underpowered to some, I find driving the 2.5i engine to be adequate when driving at normal speeds. Subaru's resale value is no joke too. I bought this car 2 years ago for 12k at 87k miles. I added 110,000 miles to it, but I could sell it for 13-13.5k right now after seeing what's available online. I would probably buy another used Subaru when it gets to 155,000 I think.

[@Lboogs7]

How is it on Gas?

[@colechapman6976]

​@@Lboogs7 I typically drive 23 minutes back and forth 9-5 Monday to Friday and I usually have 430 range or thereabouts when the gas attendant fills it up to full. It averages around 24 mpg. I have the less strong engine option but I have a fully specced model. The 3.6r is worse on gas

[@colechapman6976]

@@Lboogs7 If your in a city environment it's probably gonna do worse than that. I drive conservatively so I get decent MPGs, although I do on the weekends go up to the mountains and that takes up more fuel than your standard driving environment.

[@craigt9415]

I own a 3.6R and my father has a 2.5i. I tow a seadoo and small trailer, he does not tow at all but drives a lot of highway miles. Both motors for this vehicle are excellent, you just need to determine what purpose this car will serve you. If you want this car for cruising to and from the mall and carry goods or people the 2.5i is plenty. But if you intend on using it for driving in an area with mountains, hauling heavier items or towing I highly recommend the 3.6R. The fuel penalty is hardly enough to warrant the smaller engine and you have all the power you need. I average 25-26 which is a few MPG better than a 2007 Forester I use to own. On average a 2.5i is a few thousand less to purchase than a comparable 3.6R.

[@mode0ever]

i like the way you review the car never get bored keep going

[@GrantGelinasBrown]

Great review. I have a 2012 model and having just come through another Canadian winter, can't think of another vehicle I'd rather drive.

[@herihao797]

I want it as a next family car.

[@oldshreddies2080]

I trust any car review that involves mountain biking. :)

[@jungie71]

Amazing car and good review to go long with it!

[@Trades46]

While I would beg in front of Subaru North America to bring over the Levorg, the Outback still has the traditional Wagon traits that make it better than other SUV/Crossovers in the market. Also, this new generation car is quite nice looking on the inside. I also think this is the first time the Outback looks better exterior-wise over the Legacy.

[@Ididntwantayoutubehandl]

The Levorg is cool, but they're releasing the replacement of the Tribeca next year I believe, so we'll see what that will bring to the U.S. market. I know it's going to have competitive third row seating, because the Tribeca was meant to but it was severely lacking compared to its competition.

[@lawrencembugua8484]

Can one get a manual transmission on this?

[@larryminden1053]

We got ours in July and love it!! Better than our Lexus RX350!!

[@robertstarr9691]

Really , drove 2019 power an transmission was nice .

[@seanjeong4599]

Does 2.5 outback give enough power with 3 passengers uphill? 3.6R seems really good, but I am considering MPG, too.

[@rockymountainman7]

+Sean Jeong. We got three outbacks. A 2001 with 370000 on it , a 2010 with 312000 km and a 2016 with 18000 km on it. We have not come across a situation that we needed more power than the 2.5 engines could provide. The two newest have the cvt tranny and we really like it as it is always in the right gear.

[@rockymountainman7]

+Sean Jeong Now that it is winter it does about 28 mpg overall and in the summer low 30's

[@futurehunter_1]

Nice review KBB.

[@nyak63RUS]

Why doesn't Subaru put the 2.0 turbo from the Forester into the Outback?

[@HuxTusky]

Poor sales

[@honestycounts9352]

nyak63RUS Oil consumption problem in the 2.0 L engines. Google it and find out.

[@landon818]

They are on the 2016 models. But they are releasing it first in China and maybe here in 2017. Look it up. They look sick! I saw it at the latest Subaru show.

[@dha588]

+nyak63RUS or on the Crosstrek.

[@MrCarpediem6]

+nyak63RUS I thought the turbo was the 2.4/2.5 L??

[@Vara91391]

how is the wind noise and engine noise when driving at like 120km/h? I did hear him say it is more silent, but compared to a grand cherokee for instance, how are the noise levels? thanks in advance !

[@kbb]

+phili878 At highway speeds, the Outback's cabin is a bit noisier than that of the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

[@Vara91391]

+Kelley Blue Book Thanks a lot for the reply! It means a lot to me, as I am trying to find a car where outside noise is not as loud, especially when driving long distances on water with winter tires at 80 km/h speeds. Thanks again, I will definitely test drive this. I had a Forester and have an XV atm, love them, but a bit noisy at higher speeds.

[@rrmoultonfdl]

+Uros Raca I'm 6'5". There is plenty of head, and leg, room. We just traded in our '11 for a '16.

[@youmongrel]

Noise reduction can be a relatively easy and inexpensive project. Buy

[@paulrollins3873]

PFG - 45 Ag. 042-IO

[@CptSchmidt]

2:30 Nice use of signal, nice stop, and nice right turn without looking left!

[@Wbrooks01]

Great review!

[@happybeing777]

im thinkinh about buying a used one from 2005-2009 good idea or are there better cars out there

[@trevieandchris]

I love those arrows not pointing at an eyesight equipped vehicle. there would have been two bulkheads on either side of the location the arrows were pointing at. an otherwise great review, especially in pointing out the power deficiencies of the 2.5l

[@otamanlvhs]

I want this car so bad.

[@agoogleuser8219]

I test drove the 2.5i limited. I like the interior, comfort, and handling, and ride; but the engine is far too underpowered for that car. 0-60 in over 9.5 seconds is far too slow. This engine is in desperate need of a turbocharger. Until then, I would get the 3.6R.

[@Loki1815]

Wow, is the Kelly Blue Book as wrong as this video?

[@kingofbehfist6730]

2017 outback published 2014

[@Sevan_UP]

@@kingofbehfist6730 copied comment

[@snicketysnickets]

Beautiful scenery. Where was this filmed? Somewhere in the Northwest I'd assume?

[@andreliem]

+snicketysnickets Looks like Whistler BC to me...

[@andreliem]

+Andre Liem actually I take that back, just looks like it but I don't think it is.

[@louly3212]

@3:24 how are the suspension components reinforced?

[@Fashionforpassion30]

Can you please do a new review of Crosstrek Outback and Forrester

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

What is the reliability of the Outback like? Im looking to purchase one after college

[@IamGroot786]

+GiovanniLACA17XD According to Consumer Reports, outstanding!

[@minecraft9037]

according to consumer reports you if you are looking for the sportiest sedan you should over look all maserati, AMG, M, F, audi RS, porsche panamara, dodge hellcats, cadillac V cars, and instead buy a buick 4 cylinder turbo car

[@Ididntwantayoutubehandl]

If you buy an Outback, do not worry about reliability. I have a 2000 model that's still chiming along up the roads every single day, getting ready to take her on a road trip this month. She's at 165K miles & no signs of slowing down. If you research online you'll find that so many Outbacks, even the very first generations, are still on the road today. I'm upgrading my Legacy to a 2016 Outback soon & I can hardly wait!

[@robertstarr9691]

Looking at 2017 outback limited for daughter low miles , just read lots of reviews on issues with electrical an cvt . Like real people reviews

[@76carmel]

V6? - Subaru’s 3.6L 6-cyl. engine is a flat-6. (Some will call it an H-6).

[@joeypalochak9985]

my mom has the 2014 outback and i can admit its a nice car but i may want my dad to get the new 2017 outback

[@Ramesh-Natarajan]

Considering 2.5 Premium with EyeSight. From a brief demo at the dealership, it looked to be an incredibly interesting technology. How reliable is this technology and how useful is it in real life ?

[@pancakedude5961]

It comes in very handy the eyesight system is amazing. I'd go with the limited though

[@Set_your_handle77]

The Subaru and Ford's grill really look alike. 3:30

[@sun0066]

I have a subaru legacy 2017 3.6r and I could not get more than 21.2 mpg with a mix driving ,. then , I don know how they could get 29 mpg " easily "

[@Set_your_handle77]

Can someone tell me the 3.6L engine oil capacity and how it does with oil consumption?

[@demaio572]

When I last got mine changed it was about 6 quarts... oil consumption seems to be just fine with regular oil changes.

[@pnwautocar5291]

I am a huge fan of this car, and looked into it, but the base price is just out of my budget. I also looked at the Golf SportsWagen. Sadly, at $25,000, it’s just ever s o slightly out of my budget. Do you have any words that could push it back into my list? I really enjoy this car, but it’s ever so slightly out of my max costs. I may have to jump down to the Impreza.

[@bochokgalante3914]

Hey nice review. What was the color shown? Is it lapis blue?

[@kbb]

Bochok Galante Yes it is.

[@bochokgalante3914]

***** thanks!

[@lilyparas7415]

Love my Subaru Outback ❤🙏🤩👍

[@ticktack5292]

Interesting how the video is about a 2017 Subaru considering the video was posted in 2014

[@kimandrews7293]

did you actually get 29 mpg with the 3.6? what was your cruizing speed?

[@zachvlasuk]

Average speed of 66 mph.

[@kimandrews7293]

***** Thats pretty good for a bigger engine

[@sun0066]

have legacy 3.6r and i am doing 21.2 , very good car , but very inefficient

[@robhodge2238]

I average low 20s around town, but on Highway trips, IF I keep it under 70 will approach 30mpg. my best so far has been 31.5

[@Drogos79]

how is noise isolation in new outback? 2011 is comically poor

[@MrCarpediem6]

+Drogos79 so is the CrossTrek .. wish it were quiter.. but I guess that's what the luxury car segment's for :/ But I notice only on particularly windy days lol.....

[@Drogos79]

luxury or not I think that car that starts at 24k should allow for normal conversation and/or listening to the music at highways speeds. Few more pieces of vibration cancelation materials here and there. I know it's possible. Previous gen. Legacys and outbacks had much better noise cancelation. Subaru went cheap on 2010 gen. in many respects.

[@Toastmaster_5000]

+Drogos79 Subaru has done a lot to reduce noise since then. Even on their base-model Imprezas, 2015 had noise reduction over 2014.

[@Ididntwantayoutubehandl]

Fantastic. The cabin is such an upgrade.

[@FirstLast-kb7kn]

The Ford Edge has ventilated and heated front seats on the fully loaded Edge, the seats are only heated on the Subaru Outback.

[@agoogleuser8219]

First Last You pay more for the fully loaded edge than the 2.5i limited for starters. Secondly, you are buying a Ford, whose quality and reliability track record is far worse than Subaru.

[@Epotheros]

What does a 2016 Subaru Outback and a 20 year old 1996 Ford Thunderbird have in common? They both have the same amount of chips in the paint.

[@HOLLAHfoDOLLAH]

Is that Mammoth? looks familiar.

[@kbb]

+HOLLAHfoDOLLAH It sure is!

[@angelcollazo9569]

Beautiful

[@AnarchyxR3igns]

Interesting no one points out the tablet spot in the center console. With pass through wiring to use with the audio system.

[@Jay-qb5vg]

my 14' Outback ate 1 quart of oil ever 1050-1100kms....'ETA: that is WITH a new small block replacement under warranty! I no longer own it, thank god!' until they get their shit together, ill never own another Subaru... loved em in the winter though... but gonna go with a CX-5, the obviously better choice in the end for what I need.

[@papercut1987]

Just too bad that since they used CVT, 3.6 doesn't have VTD anymore.

[@al7okoma]

an amazing car ^_^

[@cpcolumbus]

4:02, that is CA Hwy 14 just south of Rosamond, CA!

[@pflo7590]

Just took our 2016 2.5 Outback in to the dealer for an oil leak. They tell me it needs a rear main seal at 7200 miles!!!

[@Ididntwantayoutubehandl]

Isn't that covered under warranty? Things happen, but you have a warranty for that. Nothing is perfect.

[@pflo7590]

+Amy71400 You're right, it's covered but still disappointing since these cars are supposed to be known for reliability. A rear main seal is a major repair. Hope things go better after this.

[@bobbowie9350]

Subarus arent that reliable. They need constant maintenance. Theyre known to have gasket issues for certain engines. Rugged yes, reliable no.

[@MrRatanshah]

This is more SUV and less or no resemblance to car / wagon. SEATS are well cushioned but with lousy support. I only last 2 hrs on driver's seat. If you need supportive seats go for Mercedes that makes excellent seats ( make their own ) it would be worth extra cost and you get a " Wagon ".

[@Guy_de_Loimbard]

Yo Micah, what's with the "pervert clown" music intro??

[@MicahMuzio]

Lol. It's actually titled "Carny". You're not far off with your pervert clown comment. soundcloud.com/micahmuzio/6-1-13-carny

[@matteo909]

2017 Subaru Outback reveiw... *video published in 2014*

[@dillonh321]

Outback is the same since 2015.

[@urhiredhr421]

They havent made the Toyota VENZA in several years!

[@rtrain67]

4 month waiting list??? Dealer tells me if I cannot wait I should go buy a Toyota. Well sir, my car was totaled and I have the rental for 1 week. Oh......"sorry." I'm in NYC, who has an Outback 3.6R in stock?

[@dashcammer4322]

+rtrain67 Been down that same road. My Impreza got totaled (not my fault, red light runner, and I was not injured), and I wanted a 2016 3.6R Limited Outback in silver ext/black int. with Eyesight + Nav, and a few other things. None anywhere within 200 miles! 8-12 weeks estimated wait. Very few 3.6R models wind up on the lots, and if you're picky on colors it's like looking for hen's teeth. As soon as customers see they are "in transit", they show up at the dealer with a deposit check. My local Subaru dealer was able to horse-trade an on-order-for-inventory silver/black one with the desired options from another dealer one state away - by trading them a 3.6R in another color that they had on order for stock inventory here. Neither car had rolled off the assembly line yet, but they did the dealer trade, and that cut my wait down to 4 weeks. I ate 3 weeks of rental car cost out of my own pocket, but it was worth the wait.

[@sasurainobuun]

質素だがいいデザイン

[@doodskie999]

if only they put the 3.6 engine and put a turbo in it on the wrx sti. now that I could buy

[@johnmarryman8221]

CVT with turbo? it will burn your CVT transmission belt.

[@that.cloutback]

Me in 2022 seeing “2017 Subaru Outback Review” from 2014 🤣🤣🤣

[@edgardollanosmunoz3559]

::::Muy hermoso vehiculo familiar ,es muy genial ,Subaru a evolucionado muy bien con los diseños de sus station wagon ;)

[@jojojordan5557]

Since when is Outback a crossover? ?! Lol. It's a wagon. A great one, but still a wagon.

[@honestycounts9352]

MOST IMPORTANTLY = it does not come with the 2.0 L engine that Subaru is currently having MASSIVE oil consumption problems. Subaru is currently facing 2 class-action lawsuits on this one oil consumption problem alone. Everyone I talk to is telling me to avoid any Subaru that comes with the 2.0 L engine as its a disaster in the near-term for long-term owners. Subaru is an EXCELLENT car company, all you have to do is just find a model that comes WITHOUT the 2.0 L engine and you will be just fine. The extra ground clearance (compared to the CR-V or RAV4) means you can off-road without having to worry about smashing your car's bottom on a small rock every few seconds.

[@scottfirman]

This review is incorrect as there is no rough idle or sluggisg 2.5. Just biased reporters. I drove both 2016 and 17, no issues. These guys drive trucks most of the time, then review their wifes car and bitch about it not being powerful enough.

[@Chickennss]

This 29 MPG appears to have been at elevation. How high? That is an unfair number. My JK will get 24 MPG at 8,000 ASL. That's 3 above highway rating for a flying brick.

[@fogel76]

im sorry did you just say V6??? You should lose your job for that! No subaru has a v-6 in it. Its an H-6

[@hemenkareamg6957]

I wish outback had a little more beautiful interior.its looking like 2005 cars !

[@johnmarryman8221]

prepare your CVT fixing budget in a few years. the transmission belt will be loosen. mpg will go up. and other problems

[@nickplescia6694]

Hi John, do you have stats/data on this potential issue? Thanks

[@leaddispenser9]

I met a guy with a 2014 and with a manual... lucky sob I'll tell ya lol

[@minecraft9037]

my dad has the four cylinder and it is TERRIBLE. the engine sounds like diarrhea, the transmission is slow and dim witted, the interior is meh, the infotainment system is redundant and useless, and on lower trims there is no power outlets in the back. The paint scratches easily and safety equipment is extra

[@Ididntwantayoutubehandl]

The infotainment system is also in Toyotas, Subaru & Toyota teamed up for that. I can tell you all aren't true Subaru fans because you don't know what a boxer engine is or how it sounds. Subaru toned the sound of the engine way down in the new model which myself & lots of other Subaru lovers are bummed about. The paint scratches easily....................? What safety equipment? You're already buying the safest car on the road for 2016. Lol, this is laughably dumb.

[@Ididntwantayoutubehandl]

I mean seriously just take it back to the dealership, please. You aren't worthy of a Subaru.

[@minecraft9037]

+Amy71400 my dad has the 2015 outback. He paid 35 grand for it and let me re word my statement. Besides the WRX/STI subarus are the perfect cars for people who don't care about cars. They are safe, have good resale values, are fuel efficient, and are fairly good value for money. BUT, above 2500 rpm the engine is loud and grainy, the fuel economy, while good, doesn't come close to mazdas and the Hyundai and Kia twins. In fact my pilot gets better fuel economy and that has a v-6 and an actual transmission. As for safety Mazda, Volvo, Audi, and tesla all have better crash prevention systems and at least Volvo and tesla have much stronger bodies. The Subaru Outback and most of their cars have tho lowest hp in class. 175 in 2 ton car? Mazda gives 184 in a car that ways at least 500 lb less. Also if I'm not mistaken the CR-V has a bigger trunk. The only people who buy subarus ( again except for the STI) are people who think " ya subarus are safe and reliable, I don't need to look at comp

[@minecraft9037]

+Amy71400 ok so let's look at the facts and not ilovesubaruandifyoudontyousuckasahumanbeing.com. Consumer reports ranks Mazda 2nd in reliability (after Lexus), the Mazda cx 5 gets better fuel economy, more power, an easier to use infotainment system (ranked by kbb) and is ranked higher in class by motortrend, car and driver, road and track, and every other car reviewing site and magazine on the planet. The Mazda is cheaper to run and cheaper to own, and according to the iihs they are equally safe. The Mazda though is more fun to drive. That is a fact. It is ranked most fun to drive by everyone (KBB said it had zest, motortrend said it was best in a recent comparison, Ect) the Subaru Forester has better cargo space but is also larger in dimension. So it's clear. If you want cargo space but a Subaru. If you want everything else, buy a Cx 5 or Tuscon

[@nickplescia6694]

I had a Mazda and the reliability was horrible. It had an issue every 3-4 months. The cost of ownership for the Mazda was more expensive then my 18 year old 5 series BMW. My 2nd car is a subaru Impreza, which is a great car, no issues and great on gas.

[@lloydbagos6048]

Jeep cherokee the best for me! But i love subaru..

[@ericm3991]

Dear Subaru, Dump the 2.5 engine (or put a turbo on it), it's inefficient, makes very little power for its size, and lets be honest, the NVH could be better. I'm also not a fan of the CVT but that however doesn't seem to bother your consumers because they keep buying them.

[@stevelane1956]

Ford Edge. Now that is a pile of plastic crap!!

[@cjsteele9594]

Ford charging 80k for junk trucks, lol

[@Sanpedranoazul]

When you look for an ugly vehicle, search no more 😫😫

[@punnequraq]

subaru’s are quite normal in design. nothing too good, nothing too bad. just perfect for your neighbor dan, who’s trying to borrow your lawn mower.