2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness Review // It's So Crazy Capable!

[@erickmo1188]

Just traded in my 4Runner in one of these. I love mine. The CVT feels like a normal transmission, the turbo has little to no lag, and overall the outback has a sporty feel, with more cargo area than most SUVs. Great compromise for those that don’t need an off-roader for everyday.

[@k0pper]

Traded in my TRD Tacoma for a used GX470 a few years ago and that vehicle just blew a head gasket and I'm looking for the next thing. Really considering switching to Subaru from the Toyota universe myself. I'm just a guy who wants to get to cool campsites, I don't care about offroading as a hobby itself and the value Subaru is offering in the current market is kind of nuts.

[@jackrandom4893]

Is it floaty on the highway?

[@xfozzypx115]

@@jackrandom4893 no float on highway our 23 obw rides like a dream and firmly planted.

[@jwc3104]

Why did you do that? I am ready to trade in my Outback for 4Runner.

[@NobleSpirits89]

Got my on 7/2. Absolutely love this outback. I've already driven up in the Tahoe area, and it handles pretty much anything I need it to. It's also super comfortable drive and way faster than I thought it would be.

[@Andrew-pu8gl]

I think this is one of the most enjoyable car review videos I've ever watched. Thanks.

[@Partiton3]

RIP to the GOPRO that fell into the puddle he drove through lol.

[@angelsepulveda8393]

F

[@AdamWolfgaard]

I was thinking the same thing. I rewatched that part about 5 times to confirm that it did actually fall in.

[@joebaker7368]

@ 6:19

[@TrillMurray]

Those suction mounts are effective. They must've used incorrectly for it to be rinsed off so easily

[@rosevillemtbdad302]

Just got 2023 Outback Wilderness - my first Subaru. Absolutely love it. Barely scratched the surface on its adventure capabilities but eager to hit it. Added OEM 2" hitch receiver and Thule Aero crossbars - rooftop tent in my future. Great review - thorough look at what the vehicle is capable of. Appreciate it.

[@Skunked68]

Many dislikes of CVTs posted everywhere. We are on our 4th Subaru CVT and zero failures. Only have done some deep snow plowing and fun ditch hopping. The Outback 2011 1st Gen CVT I thought stunk for no feeling of virtual gears, was very rubber-bandy, droning up and down all the time. The next gen I’ve liked much better and saves about 4 mpg’s or more, over the older Subarus we had with their 4 speed auto. That savings adds up over time.

[@darylhill9400]

Most CVT comments are propaganda! Most do not fail or Subaru would not be in business thriving as they are, Subaru keeps records! less than 1% failure rate 99% of the time Subaru helps with the repair

[@EverydayReviews2022]

I kinda think the same way. If they’ll were that bad, they’d be out of business. I’m sure like all mechanical things they have failures especially at the beginning but with time, you’d think these CVT makers would make them better and more reliable or they too would be out of business.

[@darylhill9400]

@@EverydayReviews2022 What you’re saying is just common sense, Subarus or not without some problems but they are an evolutionarily vehicle that they keep on improving! And don’t forget there a Japanese company that takes a lot of pride in their workmanship as do most Japanese companies ! For what I understand dealerships bend over backwards to help people cover costs , but if you come across as a complete jerk bashing their product then that might make a difference

[@Skunked68]

I perhaps legitimately have heard some Nissan CVTs have had issues ?? If so, what % ? Might be very small. So much of troubles go in cycles. I recall first overdrive automatics of multiple manufacturers were a mess, at one time, I think 89 Chrysler Corp new minivans didn’t want to drive themselves off the car delivery trucks. We had 88 Dodge minivan, the last year without overdrive, it’s tranny lasted until whole thing wore out, 200,000. But that was 3.0L Mitsubishi motor with valve guide issues and burning oil, we paid after warranty $500 to fix those. Early-mid-80’s GM went to pot. A 4 cyl front wheel drive Olds and a 4 popper Pontiac both had (during brutal) cold weather o-ring issues in power steering. It would basically momentarily lock up while trying to turn. I’m still surprised no class action LAW SUIT and recall for maybe million+ of those cars, that problem went on for several years. Their headliners would fall on our heads, also. Early fuel injection GM stunk, ‘’throttle body", some flooding when below zero, drag or to heated garage and warm up, change polluted oil, or they would scream-idle at 30 mph and no changing that until it detected some engine warmth. And the grand finale of all lemons of lemons I’ve owned, and was brand spanking new !! 1988 F-150 4x4, 302 V8. A new nasty problem about every 6 weeks, alignments, brakes, leaks, gas tank sender, and a second entire engine block, all in one year and 14,000 miles. The 2nd engine also used oil. Good lord, I’ve not been able to sign my name to title of another Ford since. Prior, all my used Fords were disappointing, but all were mostly used up. Brand new F-150 and a lemon really burned. The dealer offered no basic loaner for over night work, either, which was too often. I stomped walked very hot under collar 5 whole miles to work several times, and "rented a wreck" for $14/day out of my pocket other times. That thing a true POS !! Best used car was ginormous, last of the big-bigs, 1976 Olds Delta 88 4 door hardtop with ginormous 455 V8. Hydromatic turbo-400 automatic was rock solid, i gave it to relatives at 150,000, it went to 300,000 and still ran fine, leaked nothing, used no oil. It just got rusty and people bored of driving it. And such a long wheelbase and "sprung just right", could drive it over the very worst worn out rough roads and not feel the bumps. Mushy corners yes, but corners are 10% of the driving time. I love a smooth comfy ride and that is getting very hard to find. Maybe Buick or Lincoln. I think even Cadillac has been tuned for faster corners. Not interested. "The ONE” of all I regret not keeping to 300,000 is 2009 Camry XLE 4 popper. It was perfection for 80,000 and I traded. Very smooth and comfy, easy 32 to 35 mpg’s. Concentrated light foot easy driving, over 39 mpg’s for one 200 mile trip. Plenty of power as long as under 80, who needs more? Great stereo in top XLE trim. Pretty red. It’s "the ONE" I shoulda milked out for 20 years. And was not exciting. Just excellent at everything. Flirted with a 2003 VW Jetta diesel, 5 speed. Ez average 48 mpg’s, turbo had enough oomph. Excellent Monsoon stereo !!, extremely comfortable seats and a good ride. Bit tight legroom. Started fine at 18 below zero. It rode too low to ground, 4 1/2" ?? I hit road shrapnel, put hole in oil pan. I liked it a lot, filled its tank up every 3 1/2 weeks of longer drives, felt "smugly superior" when passing the gas stations with big 4x4 guzzlers lined up refueling so often. Diesel depreciation at that time was insanely low. I was not sure if I wanted possible reliability issues after 100,000 miles…. Now a 16 Outback. Nothing exciting. It’s quite a good appliance. Love high road shrapnel clearance, excellent winter deep snow go, easy height to step out of. Extreme safety. It’s "Eyesight" is massively wonderful, like subtracting 20 years off my age. Main gripe is the worst bumps hit old spine harsher than preferred. Get old and one likes to be coddled in transit. It’s a little motor noisy too, when stomped on. Not as refined as wife’s 21 Outback Touring. That one is rather impressing me. Suubies with extra drag of 2nd differential always consume a little more petrol, but when slippery roads, can nail it pretty good and just go, don’t have to think about pushing any button or anything. Not just one wheel spinning for traction, what a drag after years of driving a Subaru. For 6" or 8" snowfalls, I like to turn the traction nanny OFF and rip around town, dig in the corners, have the rear end kick out a bit. Makes winter roads more fun. Traction nanny is a drag, literally, in deeper snow. Cuts power, brakes a wheel. Turn her off and all wheels dig in and go like a 1990’s Subaru. But does not stop any faster. The VDC very important to have on. Keeps the car from spinning out with all 4 wheels driving and not one just "tracking". Pre-VDC days and on frost or ice, Subarus were "twitchy", wanted to dance around a bit, and my knuckles were a little white. One did 360 spin out on me once at 59 mph. Luckily I ended up in same lane, same direction, didn’t stop, slowest was 45 mph while flying backward a moment. Hit gas, back to 59 and my hands shook at work for several hours after. During the spin, when sliding sideways at 50-some mph watching the weeds in ditch fly by, hoping to not catch good traction and roll, I thought "Will never again think 59 mph is slow". Sorry. Too many words, love of cars got me thinking, remembering. Oooh, Also, mid-late 60’s MOPARS usually had a little leak, or a little oil consumption. Maybe hard start below zero or way hot. Tinnier bodies than competition, but ALL of their drivetrains from Slant 6 to 340 4 barrel, excellent small block!!, to 383 and 440 4 barrels, man, the power they had and could take a beating for 200,000 miles. (Never a chance to drive their legendary 426 Hemi…). I recall one fella with a 64 Chrysler New Yorker, 413 four barrel, push button automatic. He would floor it in reverse, get wheels spinning and hot, and leave his foot to the floor, push "Drive" button, and a massive laying of rubber burn out. He never shelled out that tranny, amazingly !! Do that to a modern one with plastic parts and it would rupture dead right away. (Unless modern computers prevent abuse). Bye.

[@martinr8278]

Best comment out there. People just need something to b#*!@ about. Also the continued Subarus are oil burning gasget problems. People are misinformed and don’t research before letting their “brain” type comments. It’s a mechanical car/suv so yes there will be problems now and again but which car companies are 100% no problems?

[@MaJaGa86]

I bought my Wilderness last Saturday... Already drove all around northern Arizona on forest roads... This vehicle is so fun and amazing! I with the cruise control wasn't so extreme on the braking, but I can't complain on anything else.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

The ride is so plush off-road isn’t it? Super fun to take it off the pavement.

[@MaJaGa86]

@@EverydayReviews2022 Everyone hates on the cladding, but I was very glad I had it when I could hear the rocks hitting it. You're right. Very, very plush off road feel. The combination of what it can do on and off the road makes this very comparable against a 4Runner.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

@@MaJaGa86 Much better on road ride than the 4Runner IMO

[@smellybearc7411]

You could probably drive on most forest roads with a normal outback with no problem. But it would probably be more comfortable with the wilderness.

[@MaJaGa86]

@@smellybearc7411 Yeah I suppose you are right! There are a few forest roads that got pretty gnarly, with a lot of big rock and creek crossing, so the extra height helps. I understand everybody buys Outbacks and lifts them - but getting it from the factory with an 8 year warranty is better for me.

[@Cowdog1]

I was happy to see someone drive properly over the rough terrain. In most reviews, the driver gets half-way up, stops and then whines because they are having difficulty getting traction. So, well done!

[@SIGINT007]

Just dumped my full-size truck for one. I only miss the front seat storage space, but otherwise the Wilderness is light years better. 90% of the truck owners would be better served with a wagon like this, but they need to compensate…

[@stephenbyrne4159]

Got my outback wilderness about a month ago. It is the perfect vehicle for me. It can toe my boat and small camper with ease. It’s decent on gas and safe for the family. It handles like a sports car, and it’s got some pep to it for highway merging and passing ass holes driving super slow in the fast lane. Plenty of cargo room if you are going camping and carry a lot of gear. It is my first Subaru, and if it lasts as long as they people tell me I don’t think I’ll ever not own a Subaru. Truly the perfect vehicle for someone who wants a road worthy commuter, but also has an itch for off road adventure.

[@chill214]

I just bought mine yesterday. Already love it!

[@antonroux6737]

Your Subaru Outback reviews are the best

[@killersushi99]

*I own a Onyx XT and its great. The ride is really a shining part of the vehicle. The spring rate and damping is really dialed in. Its not too soft or too harsh. The lower gearing is a great thing to the more off road crowd. For me the Onyx was more my thing just because its more suited on the highway and I really didn't need the higher ground clearance.*

[@scottmiller1956]

I've had my Fall Green Wilderness for a month now, and could NOT be happier. WAY faster than the 2017 Outback I traded in, and just feels way more capable...now I'm waiting for the first big snowfall.

[@randyrobertson6116]

I love my outback. 184000 miles and it still runs like 18000 miles. granted I change fluids check fluids rotate tires regular oil changes check the timing belt every 100K and every other standard checks to keep a vehicle running optimally. only thing that went wrong was a small hole in the exhaust system and the caddy was at its limit at around 170K. so I had a new exhaust system put in. I'm about to have my timing belt checked again because I'm approaching 200K...I can only surmise that they're going to change it this time because I had it checked again at 177K and the mechanic said it still had life in it. My last car died because of a broken timing belt and I'll be dammed if I let that happen again.

[@Snafu2346]

Curious is it a belt or a timing chain?

[@HygienicFloorPro]

I'm at 440,000 km on my 2013 Outback. Zero issues. I use only full synthetic. My wife says I get a new one at 1,000,000 km. Coquihalla after a big dump...no problem

[@TangoDeathClaw]

I don't know if this has been touched on, but how on earth did you submerge it without getting water in the engine? The water went above the intake line, and well above the exhaust line.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

I was filming and someone else was driving in this shot. He was supposed to just Wade through slowly but maybe he missed that part of the discussion. I guess it was quick enough that it didn’t get into the engine. Everything was fine. Crazy eh?

[@whiteturtleadventuresandphoto]

Have a 2021 Outback, overall really like it. Subaru needs to work on their electronics as the infotainment system is HORRIBLE. 8 Service visits to get mine fixed. They also need to add a simple button for shutting off all the assist features (lane keep, auto start, etc) when off road.

[@k0pper]

This is one of the main reasons I can't decide between the OBW and the Forrester Wilderness. I love everything about the Forrester, especially the physical interior controls, but man that turbo engine is tempting. If they put that in the Forrester it's a no brainer for me.

[@jesseredfield8194]

That underbody shot where u roll over the car to show the skids got you two subs instantly. ❤🎉

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Thanks!

[@gene978]

I love the OUTBACK. I still look at it as a Wagon and Wagons a re COOL. :))

[@EverydayReviews2022]

So many people never consider it when shopping for an SUV.

[@topnotchchi93]

It is a wagon

[@terenceramroop]

@@EverydayReviews2022 when shopping for an SUV, the seating height is a prime factor. The non-wilderness seating position is still lower than any entry level SUV.

[@haydenb8853]

@@EverydayReviews2022 Ive had so much junk in my outback its crazy lol

[@darianlow4296]

I'm in the market for a car exactly like this. Are there any older cars with similar features within the Subaru family or even with some competitors? I'm looking at something used and not necessarily looking for a 2021/2022 model.

[@91CavGT5]

Saying the Subaru CVT is the best CVT is like saying the GL model was the best Yugo. CVTs are fine for VERY mild off roading like what you were doing. I really wish Subaru would get away from the CVT transmissions for the more off road oriented models. They over heat too easily and are not as reliable as a normal automatic or manual transmission when off roading. Granted, a stock Subaru is not going to take on the Rubicon trail, but trail conditions can change depending on the weather. A true low range(not just a small 8% gearing change) would probably really help a CVT do a lot better.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Thanks for the well written comment makes sense.

[@rodc4334]

Yes. I love my Subie, but really they are primarily road cars that do pretty well off road, for a road car. I have not driven the Wilderness and I am sure it is at least a mild upgrade, much better than a CRV, Rav4, etc, but it is really not a 4WD drive like a 4runner, Rubicon, etc. But perfect for what I need - a good road car I can drive down a very rough dirt road or even the occasional not too bad dirt track to get to a trailhead, fishing stream, camping spot. I am not going to spend all day seeing exactly how hard I can push it and winch it out when I get stuck!

[@beefuzzy310]

Same. It’s a soft roader. Wish the cvt would improve or they would put a real trans in there. In heavy wet sand the trans gets too hot. Same with towing.

[@stewartlocklear4546]

Dude you have put Subaru on my list. It's not the best looking vehicle but it sure hits all the other things on my list. Thanks!

[@thomaskrutulis2289]

That’s the feeling I got when I picked up an older forester… I just go looking for fields or dirt roads or crappy detours. I totally get it. A new forester xt wilderness would be awesome

[@AdjustinThings]

old foresters are the best offroad machines. Put some bigger truck tires, king springs, underbody armor and you can go most places an ATV can go. (trust me)

[@gagd7351]

@@AdjustinThings older foresters are gold! I live in a snowy place and got a cheap forester 2.5xt manual as a first car, it's so freaking good! It's a sleeper both on-road, and off-road.

[@bryannguyen3950]

Oh look, theres a tease that the next one is the Forester, released on Sept 2nd.

[@TrillBelichick]

I been driving Cadillacs Oldsmobiles and Buicks throughout my 20s and I always would put my cars on 22s 🙄 Then I turned 30 and realized that shit is dumb. I want a Outback so bad. I mean I don’t really plan on going off-roading but I do enjoy outdoor activities in my free time. An Outback would be more accommodating to me and my personality as opposed to my Buick Regal that falls apart constantly and has absolutely NO Air conditioner. I should also add I live in Austin Tx. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@ntuthukodlame1894]

You won't go wrong. I have a Forester bought this year and really they are great vehicles. We don't get the Wilderness trims in South but the cars are so well built and solid

[@dawge30]

It's a neat car. The review was well done. One joke though- "It feels like I'm driving a boat!"... That's the CVT, not the water. Ha!

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Lol. Good one!

[@andyisyoda]

Well made review.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Thanks

[@ronkemperful]

A great video from a great reviewer! Currently I own a 2017 Forrester and am on the fence trying to decide between a Subaru or an EV as I am moving back to the rainy Northwest… I will have to think? Thanks!

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Thanks. If you have an active lifestyle which might take you off the beaten path then it’s Subaru over the EV anyway.

[@tarzaan2603]

I do love Tesla cars but for the weather in the PNW i would not reccomend any EV, just asking for problems

[@vichetkim5533]

Careful to avoid cracking windscreens on late model Subarus. Not all windscreen repairers are aware that sensor lenses on the windscreen are vulnerable to finger print marks and can void the operability of the eyesight system.

[@1979Spica]

You should not tuck your thumbs when going through ruts. If the wheel grabs, it can break them. Thumbs up or out when in the ruts.

[@tarzaan2603]

Isnt that warning for vehicles without modern power steering ?

[@dennyking2741]

It's got power steering, not necessary.

[@martinr8278]

Now that’s how a review is done! Nice job outback. Not surprised though.

[@randthompson5716]

The Outback seems always to be under appreciated... Until one takes an honest look.

[@darylhill9400]

Amazing cars Actually when you consider all the dynamics, very unique and underappreciated

[@michaelellis3091]

This rendition of the Outback is amazingly capable, folks need to understand, it is not designed to be a rock crawler, to take the place of a Jeep! It is neat, but losing that much MPG, for an everyday driver as opposed to the few occasions for trail trolling; it's not for me!

[@pastel5228]

This vehicle is totally underrated

[@italyonedaysoon3224]

Thank you for the review, I found it very informative.

[@ManCaveStudio]

The Wilderness in a manual trans would be amazing!

[@AdjustinThings]

Had an older standard outback. It was useless on the trails, the gearing wasnt low enough.

[@1979Spica]

I would buy one for sure. Or at least a traditional 8speed auto instead of cvt. 6MT would be my favourite though. Especially if they added a ground gear

[@boblemoche9870]

Sti 6 speed with 4.44 helps that like crazy. Also with no crazy oversized tires

[@sinhafamily]

How is road noise and engine noise compared to the Outback XT models?

[@dankramer7840]

The Wilderness is absolutely awesome. The only thing that would make it even better is if Subaru would offer the upgraded premium Harmon Kardan sound system as an available OPTION. It would probably increase Wilderness sales numbers by 50%. Are you listening Subaru?

[@kyleansley]

Exactly 💯. This is the reason I went with the limited instead. I really wish they would offer premium sound on the wilderness.

[@tubenachos]

2023

[@mrjamrol]

I just bought a 2023 Limited XT and, yes, the Harmon Kardan audio is very impressive!

[@Melvin-belvin]

Dang…the wilderness in the US doesn’t get the heated steering wheel nor the skid plates

[@EverydayReviews2022]

But you pay less as well😀

[@ZachMauch]

@@EverydayReviews2022 I just wish you could option the heated steering wheel. No way to pay more to get it. Might be able to add it afterword somehow.

[@MRblazedBEANS]

@@ZachMauch they will be adding that option later in the year, (source: I work at a dealership)

[@ZachMauch]

@@MRblazedBEANS So they just announced the Forester Wilderness and once again no heated steering wheel on the US version. Do you know if they will option it on this?

[@bubbalo3388]

@@MRblazedBEANS how about ventilated seats?

[@ashrafc7794]

Excellent review Brian. How much more is it than a regular Outback?

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Depends on what you classify as regular. This one sits below the Limited and Premier here in canada. This one is $41,995 CDN In the US it’s $36,995

[@MRblazedBEANS]

We just got these at my dealership a couple weeks ago, they are pretty cool. Havent got to drive it in the woods but I'm told they are impressive only thing I dont like is those weird arrow plastic inserts on the outside of the car

[@dawnlabre6057]

I think that is where tow hooks are kept

[@RazgrizF14D]

@@dawnlabre6057 Not really tow hooks, they are removable and are when your would screw in the eyebolts that would give attach points if the vehicle were to get stuck and the ones up top on the roof rack point out where tie spots are located for items you put up top to keep them in place.

[@btgnuyen12]

Do you notice the engine noise is a littler louder than most cars? Any guess as to why?

[@DavZell]

Where was this filmed? If they said, I missed it. I liked the shore-like scenes.

[@carlcolvin8320]

You have convinced me big time . Trading my MB GLE 350 for one of the Wilderness . Main reason REGULAR GAS Premium Gas in Reno Nv is now at $ 4.55 a gallon as of today's date. By the way excellent video eh .

[@daferns]

Sick. This should come with heated steering wheel and premium sound system though. I would get this 100%.

[@RazgrizF14D]

It does have a heated steering wheel

[@abram730]

@@RazgrizF14D Nope.

[@RazgrizF14D]

@@abram730 Yes it does, it is hard to see in this video but the button for the heated steering wheel is located on the right side of the steering wheel, just below the cruise control buttons. And by the way, I sell these vehicle. If absolutely has a heated steering wheel.

[@du3223]

It’s standard in Canada but may not be on the US models.

[@charlessigmonjr.6552]

It’s not available on US models, only in Canada.

[@shinigami45-k4b]

I love my Outback wilderness, but the gas mileage is trash 😢 im averaging 22mpg in the city

[@tedsmith6137]

We are on our 3rd Subaru, 1 Liberty wagon and 2 Outbacks. Great cars. But man, I have driven my Honda Civic on rougher roads than that! You're not even off-road, you're on a track. LOL, come to Australia and try our outback roads!

[@rodc4334]

Had a similar thought though not sure I ever drove my old 87 Accord though water that deep. But yes, that was pretty mild off road.

[@tombowers2020]

After market GPS? Why not use Apple Car Play?

[@ModestBoxBread]

What do you recommend the PSI on the tires for this should be? This is very impressive! Thanks for the video

[@EverydayReviews2022]

As far as I mow, all the cars were just running with the manufacturers recommended pressures.

[@sickofthebs93]

My 08 pulls my 22ft pop up no problem up a pretty steep hill. Love it!

[@earthling1984]

All Subaru's do not come with AWD. Although, they used to. But, since around 2012 when the Subaru BRZ RWD 'sportscar' came into the lineup, they have not been all AWD.

[@Noah_E]

The BRZ/FR-S is an anomaly. In my part of the country, where it seems a quarter of cars are Subarus, I see more Bajas than the Toyaru twins by a large margin. If you want to get technical Subaru offered the SVX (I own one of the first ones made in 1992) in RWD in 1994/5. I am a big Subaru fan, but don't understand why anyone would buy one of the twins instead of a WRX or MX-5. It’s too slow to be sporty, too small to be practical, and too expensive with its cheap interior and tech.

[@earthling1984]

@@Noah_E The Baja's are cool! I have no need for a pickup type setup though. I'd rather have closed in storage space. But, they are awesome! I only see like 1 a year where I live (and I live in a very populated major US city).

[@malawidick]

Not sure where you are getting this info but all the Subarus except possibly the BRZ are AWD this includes the Legacy, XV,Forester and Outback(Grand Wagon previously)

[@earthling1984]

@@malawidick Umm... did you not read my original comment... That is exactly what I said...........

[@malawidick]

@@earthling1984 Glad we are on the same page

[@brandondann3514]

Holy crap did your car survive the water!?? That was a lot that splashed near the intake. No water lock or anything of that nature? Thank you!!!

[@mikado2005]

Great vid, really helped me decide. Thanks.

[@callumfreebairn8082]

does it have sonar like the range rover sport?

[@BusterKitten]

so the Outback can go onto water deep enough to wash over the hood of the vehicle without any harm to any of the electronics or sucking any water into the engine air intake?

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Not recommended, luckily we had no issues though.

[@BusterKitten]

@@EverydayReviews2022 👍

[@maxmery_drums]

What was the tent ontop of the car?. do you have a review on that?.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

I don’t unfortunately. Would love to.

[@frankwc0o]

A stock outback would be able to do most of what was shown. The incline, my 2012 Forester XT would be able to do that with the proper tires.

[@johnparrish336]

Solid video. Thanks for posting.

[@richsiejak4990]

How did you get the wilderness with a heated steering wheel?

[@wildernessnorthwest9604]

I’ve heard that the Wilderness models, maybe all of them, can go through water up to the Subaru badge on the front. Not entirely sure though on specific water fording depth. If anyone knows an official depth rating let me know!

[@mgreen5207]

I hope Subaru one day will make the top 3 car brand, it certainly strives to improve.

[@notme3252]

6:15 Saw a stock Jeep do that once (he hit the water a tad harder) … he stalled and it never started again 😂

[@DougJonesJ]

Great Video!!!

[@bigbog3404]

Does it still have the old cvt transmission???

[@1sttigertiger426]

It is too bad there is no manual transmission option.

[@Pccpy]

This is my dream car but damn just hate the CVT. What should I do?

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Have you driven it?

[@Pccpy]

@@EverydayReviews2022 My cousin has a 2018 outback and I drove it once, i like the smooth shifting. I am not worrying about how it drives, I just don't know how reliable the CVT is. I know some people who had CVT problems in the past. One of my coworker had his outback CVT replaced at 50k miles.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

@@Pccpy Outback was redesigned in 2020. I can’t speak about reliability of the CVT but I can say I had to double check on what tranny it had in it because it did not feel like a CVT. People always talk about CVTs being unreliable yet I personally don’t know anyone that has any issues with theirs. As with anything, things get better with every generation so I’m sure that iver the years if using them, theyve gotten better for sure.

[@Pccpy]

@@EverydayReviews2022 The wilderness is everything I have hoped for since 2013. Higher than regular outback, turbo, and pre-designed rails for roof top tent. I think it's a well designed vehicle. I just need to test one out this weekend.

[@JonDZ_Adventuring]

I’m in the overlanding scene and personally know about 30 people with failed CVTs. Offroad a CVT and they will eventually fail. How many people I know that had there automatic transmissions fail? ZERO! I’m sure it’ll happen eventually, but When I’m seeing blown up toyota rear differentials, radiators, ABS modules, fuel pumps and not seeing a single A/T fail, somethings up. By the way, the 40% grade got me excited, but that equates to a 21 degree climb. Haha! I swear… my 2015 Forester XT has conquered 21 degree climbs before 🤣.

[@reinhard89]

6:19 there goes the GoPro

[@choideguzman7394]

...thanks 4 sharing, I love subaru❤️

[@RT-vw6yw]

How are these newer CVTs after 100,000 miles? And I wonder if these drink as much oil as gas, too?

[@alexwaters4694]

I can't speak for the wilderness CVT but the CVT in my outback is at just under 220k miles and I haven't had any problems so far.

[@killersushi99]

26 City 33 Highway. The new FA24DIT does not use oil from the data I have collected. Now the older Subaru motors YES....Yes indeed.*

[@Halfez248]

6:18 Bye bye go pro

[@ManSplaining1]

I saw that, dropped right off the side of the car when it went through the water.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Lol. Good eye 😉

[@ManSplaining1]

Hope you were able to get it back! Great review btw. Thank you.

[@darkmxhishot7475]

Subaru recommend a trail? When TFL off-road gets their hands on this vehicle They’ll take it on a trail that’s not hand picked by Subaru and see what this thing can actually do

[@KODstorm21]

I think that’s why they don’t give them cars 😂

[@tarzaan2603]

Those guys are a joke, ive been involved in all kinds of offroading, from rally to serious buggy rock crawling in gaged jeeps, those guys dont know what they're talking about when it comes to 4 wheelin. Source? Trust me broh 🤣

[@1979Spica]

Where is this trail? Minden?

[@DrHumorous]

Wonderful review, thank you! I'm eager to get one 😍💪🏼

[@pastel5228]

I love this vehicle!

[@thomasduff1571]

My 013 Outback will do what that Wilderness will do. I just put five grand into it .That dam thing is too expensive I could of bought one but my 013 is just as good what a beast in the snow it is ,I put Yokohama Geolanders on mine .

[@ryzen397]

how does it have shorter gearing when its a CVT?

[@killersushi99]

Final drive ratio is lower for more low end torque. Front and rear differentials are lower gear ratio. They are borrowed from the Ascent.

[@AZdroptop]

its well thought out and has some great improvements...other than the plastic bumpers...those are a big miss. Your review is spot on! Thank you.

[@bubbalo3388]

The plastic bumpers are for the reasoning of not showing scratches as much as a painted bumper would as the Wilderness was meant to be taken off the beaten path.

[@mikev3999]

Looks like you lost your right side camera in the first water crossing. I assume you got it back unharmed since we saw the footage leading up to that?

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Lol. Good eye. Your assumption is correct!

[@ZachMauch]

@@EverydayReviews2022 I noticed that too. Glad you got it back.

[@thirstyear7]

What is the fording depth of this outback. On several adventures with my outback I turned back at river crossing due to concern with flooding my differentials. As well as flooding the engine. I was 300 miles out of town and could not risk it.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

I’m actually not sure. Don’t have that info but we were told that up to the licence plate was fine. I don’t recommend submerging as deep as you see in the pic. The driver here was a little over anxious and went in much to fast creating the mini tidal wave over the hood. Lucky it didn’t have any effect on the mechanicals. I would t risk it in your case either especially if you don’t know how deep it is. The course I was driving had been previously scouted. It’s still really impressive though.

[@tarzaan2603]

@@EverydayReviews2022 what a great answer! I was wondering that too

[@Luke28_01]

Hey, can anyone tell me where this trail is ?

[@thekar3577]

Crosstrek with this and a bigger motor will be sweet....make sure you do Both Subaru

[@Noah_E]

The Crosstrek Sport has a more powerful 2.5L engine with 182 HP and 176 lb-ft of torque vs 152 HP, 145 lb-ft with the base 2.0L engine and it gets essentially the same MPG (27/34/30 and (28/33/30). Why anyone would buy the smaller, less powerful engine when it isn't more efficient is beyond me.

[@thekar3577]

Exactly, why it should be the new base engine. Then have the 260 hp turbo engine option available ....but people have wanted that for years in the crosstrek and Subaru knows it.

[@mandingo9471]

Terrible demonstration of how to drive in water. You’re supposed to go in slowly then speed up slowly to create a bow effect. What you did could have drowned your engine. Sure, it looks cool for videos and social media but you’re irresponsibly showing people what not to do.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Agreed 100%. That was someone else not me. I can’t drive and film myself.

[@melusine826]

I want this but manual if it exists.

[@countryacademy9053]

Crosstrek is the closest available in manual

[@maxb5346]

im surprised subaru isnt in the race for the small pick up

[@TripedalTroductions]

What is that at 3:12? I don't have that on mine.

[@828Crosstrekadv]

You probably know by now but that is heated steering wheel.

[@high-techredneck2300]

This looks great I love my 5eat Outback but after that ill be moving to a brand that still offers an automatic

[@thorthehuntsman2382]

Is this Craig lake michigamme Michigan

[@EverydayReviews2022]

No, this is just outside Kingston Ontario Canada.

[@briantodd4887]

Just ordered a 2024

[@SandrossAlim]

oh no your gopro fell!

[@KIKoasterKid]

Subaru is so underrated

[@sKid-gq2ns]

will there be a wildnerness edition on a forester?

[@alexwaters4694]

Subaru USA has been teasing one on their Instagram account the past few days... I definitely think they will be announcing the Wilderness Forester within the month!

[@bryan1480]

Look for the reveal on 9/2/2021.

[@UltimaRSfan]

Great car/ wagon👍 (thank you Subaru) Awesome reviewer👍 CVT👎👎👎👎👎👎 Towing with a cvt is just a bad idea. Wish they offered traditional transmission. You did an awesome job with this review Brian. Can you ask Subaru if they will ever offer anything other than a cvt?

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Will do.

[@darylhill9400]

My friend has a 2015 Tows a small trailer every day in the pool maintenance business@ 186,000 miles Absolutely no problems, don’t believe all the propaganda! most CVT’s do not fail

[@martinr8278]

Cvts are here to stay…..not going to change. Subarus are not the only ones with that and actually it is underrated. They do a great job

[@UltimaRSfan]

@@darylhill9400 Good to know. It's the reliability that's the concern. Nissan with their bigger v6 engines are very hard on cvt's. Anything over 200 hp on a cvt I'm kinda skeptical about. Don't get wrong, i love what Subaru did with this vehicle. Im just questioning the transmission for the long haul.

[@darylhill9400]

@@UltimaRSfan Just use common sense and don’t trash the vehicle and if you go off road a lot and you think you put a lot of wear and tear on the tranny change the fluid regularly! They are great vehicles once you understand them! One habit that I have developed is I warm them up in the morning! And I drive easy for a few miles.

[@CinimodNorton]

Subaru's are awesome, we have 1996 legacy that still run and drives good. Poor thing is an extra now. Wife has newer toyota and I have a 2000 Dodge ram. Edit: BTW that Legacy is the station wagon type. Edit 2: it a Brighton Edition can someone help us and find out something on that year and model? We looked.

[@argentinodelavillacomerata2399]

1997 Legacy 2.5GT, manual 😜

[@GreenMachineYTE]

6:19 gopro fell off

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Good eye 👁

[@RandomNumber141]

Just did the same stuff and more with the standard, lowest trim package Outback - Is the big difference the gearing change?

[@TalismanPHX]

Great review. Thanks!

[@TheSpoovy]

Seems more like an ad than a review tbh.

[@TypicalBenYT]

Looks like you lost a GoPro at 6:19!

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Not mine 😂

[@EverydayReviews2022]

He did recover it though with the help of some hip waiters.

[@forza388]

are you in ontario? would love to come say hi and talk cars.

[@earlwed]

I would have preffered a non-turbo 3.6 R engine.

[@tarzaan2603]

Me too, turbos are trash for offroading , i know, i have one

[@zaitsevgo]

The really nice vehicle and can allmost everything!)

[@Paulzypaul]

Cvt haha get rid of the car when your warranty runs out.. Been there done that.. dealership wanted $8200 to replace it but I found a remanufactered one for $6700 installed from lkq with a 3 yr warranty.. Never another cvt for me

[@joelferguson4089]

What year was it and how many miles were on it?

[@Jaymz007]

Love the Outback...but 4Runner kicks is ass all day long

[@1979Spica]

Totally different class of vehicle. Unimog kills the 4runner.

[@killersushi99]

*Lets review MPG. 26/33 Versus 16/19. 4Runner doesn't kick ass at all in being an efficient vehicle.*

[@tarzaan2603]

@@1979Spica 🤣🤣🤣🤣 an f15 eagle kicks a 4runner ass too