*Review & Drive* The 2022 Subaru Outback Limited is Shockingly Great!

Full 2022 Subaru Outback Limited review and test drive. Exterior, interior, mpg, safety, technology, driving impressions, much more!
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:16 Walkaround
01:02 Outback trims to choose from
01:43 Front end features
03:03 Engine & under the hood
04:39 Symmetrical AWD system
05:00 Wheels, tires, and profile view
06:36 Interior 1st look
08:28 Back end & cargo area
10:35 Back seat passenger space/features
11:56 Interior tour resumes
13:58 Driver side & features
16:00 Audio system
16:25 Test drive / driving impressions
20:39 Final thoughts - ending
21:15 Suggested videos you may like
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[@AutoJeffReviews]

Thanks for watching & SUBSCRIBING :) What SUVs are your favorites? I'll see if I can review them soon for you. Jeff

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[@randischwarz5072]

I own a 2022 Outback Touring XT. It replaced a 2015 Outback 2.5i Limited. My 2022 s so much improved there is no comparison. The new version is quiet and rides so much better, and the lighting is way superior.

[@darylhill9400]

The last couple of generations of outbacks are very well-made cars! A great value actually.

[@philippelarocque4207]

Jeff, love your sense of humour! I have a young family and a 2016 Outback (one car family). Love the AWD system in the snow and it's ample cargo space. Up in Canada, this is the one to get. Can't wait till your next video!!

[@piperlani]

Excellent video as always!👍🏼

[@archhangell]

great job Jeff!

[@colechapman6976]

It would be perfect. The fact you can't turn off the stop/start feature permanently is really frustrating. No physical controls is another issue. When I get in, it's so much nicer to just turn on the heated and cooled seats through actual buttons than having to wait for the screen to boot up for 15 seconds. The buttons on the screen are also a bit small especially while driving, so it becomes even harder and then you have to search through a couple menu screens just to operate something that could be so easily done up with just an actual button like in many other cars. Really wish Subaru would go back to their physical buttons. Everything else is perfect

[@ingenunis5003]

Have researched this SUBARU OUTBACK for several years~ ❤️it. Nice review.

[@AutoJeffReviews]

Thank you I really appreciate it

[@stephengerard8826]

Great review!

[@cruiseadmiral]

A good review Jeff. I am an Outback owner and have been working on my review... for 8 months now. Making conclusions on different aspects of this crossover takes me a lot of driving, comparisons with other cars of this category, looking up the manual, taking endless pictures and videos, additional visits to my technician, putting together my experience with other cars and my engineering background. That said, your review is a good introduction to this car for those who probably missed a lot amidst this turbulent time. I love it how you caricature one of the most prolific and useless/nauseating car review channels at 4:45. Bravo! Another thank you for not repeating BS about "family station wagon" - something that stupid (no matter how much money they make on KZbin) reviewers often do. This is a crossover that is more of a crossover than many other crossovers. You have skipped a lot of important things (both good and bad) that is understandable as you are not familiar with this car. Nevertheless I enjoyed your work. Be safe.

[@AutoJeffReviews]

Thank you very much for saying that. My channel will be about learning a lot of vehicles for the first time which is I think helpful because a lot of consumers are researching vehicles for the first time as well. We will be in the same boat. I know I did miss some things and I’ve learned a lot since then. It’s a great vehicle though

[@cruiseadmiral]

@@AutoJeffReviews Let me ask, did you do that caricature on purpose , or it just happened so?

[@frankofva8803]

I really loved the Toyota Sienna after watching your review. Now, I really love the Subaru Outback AND the price compared to the Sienna. Your videos are always informative and entertaining.

[@R1S0.]

16:02 Carmen Hardon audio systems are even better than Harman Kardon ones!!! Great choice Subaru! :) Nice review, i love this car, so great for daily driving.

[@kippywylie]

Have you experienced any problems with the electronics infotainment system? Have read there are problems

[@Rickzolla]

Just turned in my 2019 lease and got a 2022 in Premium trim. In three years I'll get another.

[@leviwhittaker2883]

Comment as a Subaru delivery specialist, 1. Most of our Subarus have that, not new. 2. It’s radar and it’s about half a food ball field and limited and touring will hit the brakes.3. That’s also on without those models as long and the door lights are set to door. 4. Very true about lights but it’s actually 30 seconds. 4.5 and it’s hold the windows in accessory, then what you said. 5 glad you show people that, but not just weather stripping but the metal that’s there. 6. It does have two but you can also store the shade under the cargo Area. 6. It includes most of it, but nitrors on some cars. You also have to go to settings, arrow in top right, driver monitoring system. 7. Remind people not to talk with their hands 8. Safety reasons, Certain models have auto. 8. Correct to clean the window going up during rain. Also true to hold support as long as you clean glue off. 10, that’s a given…. Definitely beneficial for crosstrek hybrid. 11.5 because some people don’t like to use the break, even though it Releases on break or gas as long as seatbelt is on. 12. Don’t use in full accessory mode for more than 20 min. One click without foot in brake does radio, two does all with AC, but foot on break to start engine. Also this guy is pretty smart, follow him 😊😊

[@AutoJeffReviews]

Great great insight and technical knowledge. I really appreciate it. Thanks for being part of my channel!

[@mrob61204]

About the blind spot detection, it is a light on the side mirror facing the driver. The Subaru logo on the mirror is exterior lighting or a “puddle light”

[@AutoJeffReviews]

Thanks for the tip. I realized that I made a mistake there. Just goes to show I am far from perfect but I am learning ha ha

[@RedPanda555]

Nice review! Do you happen to know why US Outback models have very different looking front bumper and wheel arch plastic cladding designs compared to European/Asian market Outbacks?

[@rayemanuel7460]

Great review, Jeff. The blind spot monitor on this car is orange; it is located on the inside part of the mirror facing you in the front seat. The white light you referred to is the puddle lighting that lights up the roadway below the outside mirrors so that the driver will see better at night when they are stepping outside the car. I sell Subarus in northern California.

[@AutoJeffReviews]

I’m so glad you told me that Ray!! That makes so much more sense lol. Sorry I screwed that up but I’m happy I know it for future reviews. Good luck selling!!

[@diannehortonpong1388]

Ray...where do you sell in Northern California? I'm originally from Northern California (Auburn, California). We have a Dealership there (although I now live in Twin Falls, Idaho)..

[@rayemanuel7460]

Diane, yes Gold Rush Subaru is located in Auburn. I work at Shingle Springs Subaru.

[@EarthisnotforSale]

Interested in these or a RAV4, heard all of the horror stories about this brand; head gaskets, windshields, and sudden engine off while driving What few Outback owners I know love them

[@antoniolopez3871]

Hi Jeff I just bought a subaru autback limited 2023 and the prices have changed,I paid 44500 total for my autback, the windows price was 39800.

[@joseagonzalez2192]

I just want to say I enjoyed the video tutorial I just want your personal opinion about the CVT transmission do you like it yes or no or the automatic transmission is better I just need your opinion

[@Jose_hernandez970]

Nombre, cvt is shit vato. Never buy a cvt. I’ve worked on Subarus for years and they aren’t no good.

[@joseagonzalez2192]

@@Jose_hernandez970 Thk U brother

[@toronado455]

These are known for their smooth ride. You should drive one of the XT turbo models.

[@AutoJeffReviews]

I hope to soon

[@kippywylie]

@@AutoJeffReviews I've been with my 2015 Outback Premium without Turbo since brand new, and I just don't get the need for Turbo. If all I want is a safe ride and ability to blast out and pass a slow truck on a mountain pass.... Then the standard 2.5 does the job. I drive in rural mountains of Mexico where there are tons of slow sugar cane trucks

[@lukabeast1150]

HELP IM STUCK NEED ADVICE- This or the Kona n line 22?! Consider these factors Reliability Cost Fuel economy Look How the drive actually feels (I won’t really be off-roading) but do appreciate AWD for weather

[@jsimpson518]

I miss the pano roofs

[@NomusaMagical]

Newbie here! Compared to our Ford Escape, find Subie Outback Limited start/stop function to be jerky/jarring. NOT a fan. Also, need to get a steering wheel cover. That “leather” feels slippery/plasticky. Sirius XM has frequent loading issues. Otherwise, LOVING it.

[@AutoJeffReviews]

I’m so glad you are here. Thanks for giving your thoughts on this as well. Have a great week.

[@jimperry4420]

The start stop tech is a deal breaker. I was in my brothers cross tour in a traffic jam and it was so annoying.

[@andrewleventis8341]

Subaru best bang for your buck...

[@jmcadam5478]

No one brings up the louvers on the radiator and how they operate and why they exist

[@dianearonsohn82]

Richard Broberg

[@carlcolvin8320]

Seeing that it has a Donut Spare tire I will not get the Outback. The Donut Spare tire is very dangerous. I will go with the Outback Wilderness which has a real spare tire.

[@Rickzolla]

I've been driving for fifty years and have had three flats. Don't sweat about something like a spare tire.

[@lukegowdy1371]

It’s a full-sized spare, however. The diameter is the same size as the other tires.

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

It will fit a stock size tire and rim if you want. Cheaper than paying thousands more for the wilderness to get a full size spare.

[@kippywylie]

@@Rickzolla Same... 50 years of driving and have used a temporary spare for its intended use which is maybe 10 miles to the tire shop. Odd thing for any reviewer to spec out a purchase choice

[@RM.....]

Sucks that Subaru uses a cvt .

[@roberthenry9319]

This is an okay review of the Outback. But it seems that Jeff is a bit late to other internet car reviewers' recognition of the importance of this impressive, capable and fun car. There really is nothing else like it. All of he XT trimmed models raise the excitement of the engineering of the Outback to a level which Jeff is completely skipping around- or unaware of.The fact that the Outback is actually a wagon which drives completely differently from any other wagon ever is missed entirely. The base model is the ideal family budget car. The Onyx XT can make your heart race. And the Touring models are true luxury vehicles. The Wilderness model, while not for everyone, is an extraordinarily uniqe vehicle targeted to hard core off roading. Being late to the Outback party puts Jeff at a disadvantage in reviewing the Outback. He has only scratched the surface here. There is so much more to this broad model line of Subaru which Jeff appears to be unaware of. We can look forward to a better review from Jeff about the Outback once he has gone more into depth in understanding this vehicle.

[@AutoJeffReviews]

Thanks for the honest critique Robert. I really appreciate it. My channel is new so yes I will be meeting many brands upcoming but I look forward to it. I hope you decide to stick around my channel!!

[@haroldbeauchamp3770]

There’s nothing spectacular about the Outback. To the majority of car buyers it’s just a lame station wagon that wouldn’t make anyones short list of vehicles. Subaru makes some interesting vehicles, but none are extraordinary in any way except that they’re quirky, and slightly more mainstream than of yesteryear. Relying heavily on owner loyalty and a phenomenal marketing firm, Subaru’s are known for eccentric owners and decent awd prowess. While the awd ability is neutered due to a finicky cvt, the awd programming algorithms are stellar for all of the limitations of the cvt. They’ve also struggled and succeeded as of late to overcome some reliability challenges over the years. Any seasoned mechanic knows that the quirkiness of Subaru isn’t in its products, but instead in its history or poorly designed engines. Subaru excelled in making sub-adequate engines for a long time and only now, through higher profits, can now focus on developing more reliable products. For the past half dozen or so years, reliability has increased. The cvt continues to be one of the biggest headaches for Subaru and while other manufacturers have figured out the cvt, Subaru continues to market its cvt as containing “lifetime fluid.” Anyone with any familiarity with oil/fluids knows this is comical at best. With cvt valve body’s failing and requiring a completely new cvt around 80-100k miles. Informed owners know to change their fluids every 30-40k miles, whereas the lay person believes the foolishness of “lifetime fluid” and pays the price dearly all whilst ensuring their local transmission technician has a well funded retirement. Despite Subaru’s poor cvt’s, they make an excellent manual transmission. Perhaps one of the finest in modern history on a vehicle of its class. A manual transmission partnered with the phenomenal 3.6 H6 engine will outlast the sheetmetal that surrounds it. Jeff, you’ve done an excellent review. And alas, while this other tool discounts your knowledge on Subaru, I am happy to provide you with this rebuttal. Good day sir. Look forward to your future reviews.

[@mrt2051]

$42000 for a brand new Subaru Outback Limited in Illinois right now. No sir.

[@michaelfoy5461]

39k for ours in Illinois

[@svens1749]

Gehört Subaru eigentlich zu Toyota

[@jimperry4420]

No

[@jamescorth9930]

I wouldn't buy this or anything else with a CVT Transmission. Their good for about 120,000 miles and they go bad. Can't fix them so you would have to but new. $6,000 to $8,000

[@hunterhawk5710]

New 2023 subaru outbacks lifetime warranty on all drivetrain parts

[@billanderson7930]

I have a 2022 Outback Touring with 7,000 miles on it. My 2014 Outback Touring had 198,000 miles on it before i sold it. CVT problems? Absolutely none. I'm definitely not worried about this one.

[@hunterhawk5710]

@@billanderson7930 New 2023 models, lifetime warranty on drivetrain, you just got to have dealership do the oil changes

[@billanderson7930]

@@hunterhawk5710 That is correct and that's what I have done for all my past Subaru vehicles.

[@MrApplesaucestuff]

The head liner already has kinks and dents

[@lennyvalentinoSchiaretti_lvs]

unfortunately in the last 10 years this car got fatter and fatter and from being a higher station wagon became a small SUV, from having elegant and decent lines, started being one of the several over designed car our cities are full nowadays ...Moreover it lost the manual transmission, the panoramic open roof and some original solutions like the frameless windows...The only thing they didn't change was the only one had to be changed...the 2.5 natural aspirated boxer engine. Slow, noisy and not so economic.

[@mrk8546]

shitty mileage ,,,shitty car actually

[@Syne111]

No XT, no care