Subaru Eyesight Review: Every Feature Explained

I review Subaru’s Eyesight system. Eyesight is Subaru’s name for its suite of autonomous driver assist features. Some of these features are for comfort, while others are for safety or both. Autonomous driver assist features are becoming the standard for all manufacturers and in this video I show you what they look like for Subaru models.
I go over Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Pre-collision Braking System, Lead Vehicle Start, High Beam Assist, Reverse Automatic Braking, and Automatic Vehicle Hold.
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[@zlseth]

If you get a chance, go to your local Subaru dealer and drive a 2020 Outback or Legacy. The newest version of EyeSight in those models includes “Lane Centering” which does exactly what you were saying you would like to see out of Lane Departure Prevention. When it locks on to a car in front of you or if it can see the lane markings, it virtually steers itself. The system must sense resistance from you holding the wheel, to prevent people from attempting to drive hands-free. Adaptive Cruise Control must be set for Lane Centering to work.

[@Berniebichons]

I have the Outback for 2 months now and thank you for explaining these features so well for me!

[@ghostgutarist5234]

I tesst drove Rav 4 and then Subaru.... and SUBARU IS LOVE. lot a car with Reliability, Safety and top notch 4 wheel drive system. LOVING IT.

[@roberthenry9319]

Very nicely done. This is by far the clearest and most useful review and explanation of Eyesight I have seen. This (your video) should be a requirement for Subaru sales people. Thank you.

[@elocinkalil7965]

Thank you so much for making this video! It was exactly what I needed and answered A LOT of questions for me. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@user-zl4hk2mz5m]

Awesome review. I have my Crosstrek a year & I use Eyesight every day. More so lately on secondary roads to help me relax more when it comes to tailgaters. I set my speed & that’s it. Tailgate me all you want I’m not going any faster! I love the system & couldn’t imagine not having it. It has saved me multiple times & the RAB has also saved me from backing into a concrete parking lot wall!

[@akosiraqs]

Thank you for this video! Im still on the process of understanding all these features which you have summed it up in less 10 mins!

[@tonyeccles4550]

I just purchased a 2020 Subaru cross trek limited and we love it, I also love all the Saftey features that you just explained it is awesome !

[@urielstud]

You have a good presentation style that’s easy to follow 🤟

[@MsWatchamakulit]

I have a Subaru and the Eyesight has saved me numerous times already. I live in a very populated area with heavy traffic all the time so it’s a good thing I have it.

[@JGMan0011]

Thanks for the great & informative video. I have been trying to research these features for a while (on all cars). Ultimately I decided on a Subaru but still wasn’t sure what exactly these features do on the Subie as other manufacturers call the same feature by different names or substandard features by the same name. Many times other brand’s features didn’t work the same, or as well as Subaru’s (No, I don’t work for Subaru, there was a video from some NHTSA tests). Even after I narrowed my focus to Subaru I have found that YOUR video is much more informative than Subaru’s own website and videos. I was also worried that the features changed drastically from one model year Subaru to another.

[@bruce9032]

Great clip, I have a 2020 Forester touring and love these features . Its helped more than once with deer or collisions, and just driving . Ty for explaining so well !

[@gregorylaughlin2556]

From Australia: very nice review very clear and articulate so well done.

[@bryanfabiano8960]

Just picked up my Ascent from West Herr yesterday! Great video. Really informative. Thanks!

[@jessicacornejo3036]

Just got my Crosstrek yesterday, super helpful video!

[@jakef2518]

Awesome video - I just picked up a 2019 Crosstrek and this video explained everything perfectly. Thanks for the new information!

[@Denzy72]

Got my 19 Crosstrek today! Super helpful was toying around with these today and couldn't figure them out lol

[@mikewestcott1924]

Great video man. Really informative. Am about to purchase a Subaru Impreza G4 Eyesight Edition and I just got all the information I need to know about it. Much appreciated content bro 💯

[@tjstrong3607]

Good breakdown of these features, thank You

[@Quality_Guru]

What an exceptional explanation of the eyesight feature.

[@Al-ir9bp]

Excellent video, thank you. I was confused with all the options and you explained them perfect.

[@FRAST1]

I've owned my 2019 Forester for several months and love the Eyesight system. I learned several new Eyesight features from your video. Thank you!!

[@Nightbird.]

Does the Pre-Collision Braking System work at highway speeds? Many vehicles like Genesis and Honda don't..and highway speed braking is really important. Thanks!

[@cbwk318]

@@Nightbird. mine does. I was going 65 down a highway and a car pulled in front of me. My car saw it and applied the break before I even realized what happened

[@Nightbird.]

@@cbwk318 Glad to hear that. That situation happens so often it's not even funny..so it's good to know the car reacted quickly to it. Do you know if it also senses front cross traffic? We have a cross street filled with speeding drivers who are also texting..and I've been looking for a vehicle with front cross traffic alert..just like they have for the rear.

[@luiscelaya7743]

Nice car! Do the cameras record when the car is off?

[@moncheri58]

Love this review...explanations are better than most

[@joshrobson6972]

I love my 2019 forester and the eyesight has been terrific!

[@janiesidenfaden7779]

Thank you ! That headrest was driving me crazy! So simple!

[@kadenworley8738]

Great video, answered all my questions. Thanks

[@melwig2813]

Short, sweet, and to the point. Thanks for the facts without unnecessary verbiage.

[@psa110]

Nice job of explaining Eyesight. I have had it for a year and a half (2018 Crosstrek) and still cannot figure it all out. I am discovering new things about the display also (like using the Info button to change the main screen's info). Thanks.

[@TheYurisam]

Very cool video. It’s nice to know that these safety features are becoming more readily available.

[@akqjtn]

Thanks!

[@sbomorse]

I have a Hyundai Kona Electric with Highway Drive Assist which includes lane centering etc and I use it absolutely everywhere. I love it.

[@troypierce9517]

I think you did a great job explaining the features. Thank you !

[@kksan]

The reverse auto braking is so intense that everytime it triggers I thought I already hit something.

[@caidenn_mb]

Ik I could research it but I figured, you have the car so why not ask you. Does the Auto braking and reverse auto braking hurt you neck at all??

[@freedom_foz_6337]

Caiden Cooke I have it and it’s triggered on snow banks. It doesn’t hurt just comes on hard.

[@mrmichaelma]

I freaked out lol I had no idea what happened

[@kksan]

@@caidenn_mb it doesn't hurt you physically, just freak you out.

[@obed3115]

Glad I came here now I know how to turn it off lol

[@beenbunk]

Great video, very thorough run through!

[@bikedad57]

Excellent explanation of eyesight.

[@VinayPai]

At 4:00 you really have to have a lot of faith in the throttle management system to be right in front of a concrete wall and floor the accelerator. Glad you demonstrated this so nobody else has to.

[@noobgamershub]

very nice reviews!!! very details and show how its work. THanks

[@vasonar]

Thanks for not rushing through the tutorial. I recently bought a 2020 forester with all the bells and whistles. All this safety tech does take some learning.

[@jodyfro1312]

Same here. Bought it on Friday and has to drive an hour direct on Saturday. The steering wheel moving itself, along with the excessive graphics on the screens was unsettling. This video is a massive help in understanding what is going on.

[@guitfidle]

Hey, thanks for the video!! I just purchased a used 2017 Outback Limited with this system and have not really messed with it other than the adaptive cruise (which I already love)

[@edzaslow]

Great video! I bought my 2019 Subaru Forester largely because of these safety features.

[@The_JL_Podcast]

thanks for the video. the guy behind me needs it more than I do. :)

[@airmanma]

My 2018 Forester has all of these features. I recently went to the New Hampshire mountains to visit a relative. The system shut off during the snowstorm we were in, but as you said, IT CAN ONLY SEE WHAT YOU SEE> Good vid, thanks!!!

[@dragsbae]

Yeah for the most part it only seems to turn off in really inclement weather. It will also turn off momentarily on very dark roads.

[@groverchang4107]

I'm so thankful Subaru is such an affordable car but yet had all these safety features for my teenage drivers.

[@Theatremama1]

Fantastic and very helpful video! Thank you for posting!

[@aljackson7828]

Love all the safety features in my 2020 Legacy XT and they are life savers. I can set adaptive cruise control and the car will drive itself even when going into corners. It’s like having a copilot sitting across from you. Now if they only had a mute button for my backseat driving wife. I haven’t activated the vehicle hold option but after watching your video I will.

[@taureanbennett]

Great job at this review! 🤙🏾

[@barbarah-p8661]

Thanks for a great video. You explained the features very well. :)

[@gregoryfox7551]

I have a 2015 Forester and the reason I bought it was eyesite. It has paid for itself more than once. Love it!!!

[@nmarbletoe8210]

ditto!!!

[@belkhadirachid]

Awesome video. Well explained.

[@stevenmqcueen7576]

As someone who is considering buying a new Subabru Outback, this is very helpful.

[@douglasdever6134]

Great explanation of the Eyesight system. Guessing, (since I don't own a Subaru) better than one given by a sales person upon delivery of the vehicle. Only driven in NYC about seven times, and you are so right about horns. Great for a early morning laugh.

[@wade0921]

“Now we need them more than ever!” No truer words were ever spoken! Thanks

[@charlesbeall2589]

Yep, the "smarter" our vehicles get, the dumber we can be!🤡

[@JaredTan71]

Great video! I drive a subaru too and identify exactly with what you talked about 👍

[@joelesher7106]

Great job on the video. I train you sales guides on Subaru tec and I must say this is one of the best training videos I've seen. Great work. Question? Can I use it?

[@tysont7507]

Thank you for the video, this is helping me make my decision with the Subaru outback.

[@clphillips4]

Excellent video and very helpful! Thanks for posting your video!

[@akqjtn]

You're welcome!

[@cbijames7]

Great video, 👍 I love my 2021 forester premium.

[@drush525]

Exactly what I'm looking for thanks for the information.

[@sylviashaw71]

This was great! Very informative in an easy to understand way! By the way…when I saw the Lackawanna sign in the video I knew exactly where you were. I grew up in that area! 😀 I still don’t live far from there. 👍 neighbor!

[@Matthew-vb6vf]

Lead Car Assist...This comes standard in NY with every car behind you... :) Great breakdown. Looking to purchase a CrossTrek and your explanations are informative and easy to understand.

[@brucelafone2910]

Good video, thanks for this. Buying a Limited Crosstrek this week and had no clue what most of these features were.

[@iamdirectlybehindyou]

Im looking at a lower trim crosstrek? How do you find the eyesight? I hate it in my jeep cherokee

[@JustMorad]

Thanks! Short, precise and informative:)

[@Mistertudball]

I recently bought a 2021 Outback Touring and love it. I've read through ALL of the owner's manuals once so far but can't figure out how to turn off (or down) the warning to keep my eyes on the road. It's not a bad idea, but it happens constantly when no other cars are around and I'm enjoying scenery on the highway.

[@bloisyjenkins]

Great video. Very helpful. Cheers mate

[@tazsnuts99]

I bought 2021 Forrester and I love these features

[@fionnmccueil]

My wife got a 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and a week or so later had to fly out of town on a business trip, so I got to test all of these features while driving the new car in her absence! (I normally drive her old 2006 Subaru Forester) Driving out of LAX, taking the 105 east for nearly 45 minutes, I set Adaptive Cruise Control and let it handle braking and accelerating in pretty heavy stop and go traffic, and it was FLAWLESS. You can go into a sub-menu and adjust the aggressiveness of accelreation adn braking during ACC, as well, but I'm pretty happy with the default settings.

[@azenona7553]

Love the new feature of the car . Safety is very important . I just hoping that future drivers will never abuse this advantage , otherwise it will be useless .

[@CreamedKyuss]

The music on the new commercial is haunting and makes you want to play it again and again. Now that's marketing!!

[@user-cc9fv3bo3d]

The new lane centering is definitely a big change from the 2019's. They can hold you right in the middle of the road rather than "ping ponging" you between the lines.

[@chees720]

it's so much worse on Hondas

[@wmsatic]

If only these features weren't so buggy. I have a 2020 Subaru Forester and the driver assist almost killed us. I like the automatic cruise control but it's hard to trust anything else. Yes it guesses things correctly most of the time but it get things wrong often enough that I no longer let it drive. The worst case happened on a highway with a slow curve to the left. There was a T-intersection with a road to our right. The car split the difference and drove us toward the ditch. I forced the steering to the left and brought us back onto the highway. No weather issues and the center line was in good condition. It doesn't like weather, driving towards the sun, and you'll periodically wonder why it gave you a flashing emergency warning. The text is so small that it requires too much of your attention to read while driving. For a variety of reason we liked our previous Forester better and I'd strongly recommend an Eyesight update allowing driver access to the video. Basically let me review the videos after the fact. If I decide that it's made an error: let me upload it to Subaru for review. Also if there's been an accident or a police interaction: let me grab the videos for evidence. Don't make me purchase a dashcam to record what eyesight already captures.

[@kenwittlief255]

YOU were letting Eyesight steer the car, and it almost went into a ditch?! What were you doing at the time?

[@wmsatic]

The location was pin 41.76204651129101, -91.87088276452069 with me heading east on highway 6. I had recently turned left, off of highway 151 heading south, onto highway 6 heading east. I was relaxing with both hands on the wheel: but letting the car control the steering. I felt the steering pull to right, on the left hand highway 6 bend, the front wheels starting going off the pavement so I forced the car to follow the bend rather than going into the ditch. My best guess was that it was confused by 44th Ave making a T with highway 6 and it tried to split the difference. The dealer checked the car and didn't find any problems. I had a few other questionable choices by the car but that was scariest before I gave up on letting it steer. It's actually a 2021 model. @@kenwittlief255

[@robbabcock_]

Great rundown! I bought a 2021 Crosstrek this year and have yet to figure out all the Eyesight features. It took a couple days to appreciate it but I love the Adaptive Cruise Control! It's really awesome and I would hate to be without it. But so far the Lane Assist freaks me out! It does feel like it's fighting me, and the automatic breaking is unnerving. But I should give it a fair shake. Apropos of nothing, and unrelated to Eyesight, I loath the "feature" that shuts off the engine when you're at a full stop with your foot on the break!🤬 You can shut it off but after so long it turns back on. Infuriating! I'm sure it saves gas and I should stop fighting it but so far I despise it. Still, overall I love the Crosstrek!😁

[@tonysmall7182]

I have a 1999 Lancaster which has the 1st gen of this system, back then it was called ADA (Advanced Driver Assist), but it has been developed quite a bit since then, still works great though :)

[@RapRapKun]

Just got XV, and you did a better explanation than the guy at the dealership lol

[@2002chow]

Great review. Thanks

[@Spartan-vz1dl]

I'm not one to read car manual instructions, for me your Vids are the next best way to get the info on my Subi's features. Thanks

[@fir8550]

Great video, thanks. I own a Subaru, so this video is helpful

[@davidkalliath8366]

Thank you mate 🙏 very informative video 👍

[@davidzaremba3527]

Excellent video. Thank you

[@paulotoole1508]

I test drove a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Limited yesterday and never even saw any flashing lights projected on the windshield. Mind you the sales person never told me about this just went over the basic and gave me the keys. Very comfortable to drive and quiet cabin compared to my 14 Civic.

[@mrreymundo5383]

I've got a 2000 Legacy, and this is making me wish I had a newer one. They are coming out with some cool stuff.

[@argentinaspy_oc]

next gen Legacy after urs is have Eyesight =) i mean BL/BP 2009 (last year)

[@skolvikes4592]

My first car was a 2000 legacy I got a 2010 rav4 and and now I got a 2020 legacy. Cars have come a looong way in the last 20 years that’s for sure

[@barbaraowen2624]

Thank you for this overview! I love my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Limited, but I still was confused about the Eyesight system and the specific features.

[@hphillips7425]

Good video explained well

[@rogermasadi8856]

Awsome 👌👍 I wish you talked bout BSD and RCTA

[@zathras227]

For those unaware, the adaptive cruise control actually works to 0mph for a second or so. So you can use it in very slow stop and go traffic. It'll just start to beep if stopped for more than a second or so then will relinquish control back to the driver.

[@dragsbae]

My Legacy will auto hold at 0 mph and will resume the adaptive cruise control with the resume button or a tap on the gas.

[@MicheleForce]

I love my new 2020 ascent, and have come to love eyesight. One thing it lacks, however, is that when I am pulling into a parking space or a garage, it does not alert me as I get too close to a pole or a wall. I still need this and I miss it now that I don’t have it.

[@N8thanH4ndy]

Love my new 2020 Subaru Legacy Sport! I love all the safety features. I think my next vehicle will be a Forester or Outback and i'll be hanging onto it for a very long time.

[@mrwes100]

Nathan Handy I just purchased the 2020 Forester Limited and love it.

[@mrwes100]

Very informative and we’ll done, thanks.

[@bobkloth57]

I drive a Subaru with EyeSight. It is amazing. It reduces the stress of my daily commute. And, they keep improving it.

[@marjorybetchkal1560]

I have a 2020 Outback and love all the features. I love my new vehicle.

[@tjstrong3607]

Do you like the new info-screen? Im thinking of getting one, but keep getting mixed reviews.....

[@marjorybetchkal1560]

@@tjstrong3607 It is a ton on the new info screen but you get used to it. You can turn the screen off, but I love music so that wouldn't do me any good. Loving the Apple Car Play and plugging in my phone on a longer trip and listening to all my music. I love my new car. After being burned by Chrysler having 2 new engines put in at 8000 miles and 11000 miles on a new car I will NEVER go back. This Subaru is mine for life now.

[@sargehill67rudnick38]

I own 2016 Subaru Outback suv I am still learning about it this is first Subaru I have owned we bought it last night I love it we owned mitibushi mirage G4 before Outback it didn’t have any guts I can’t say same about Outback

[@ananda_miaoyin]

I just got a 2020 Forester. The auto headlight dimmer is sweet. I live DEEP in the mountains and burning someone's eyes is a high crime up here!

[@meyouandsubaru9006]

Great video, I can tell you put some time into this video. I've been trying to make my own videos and you helped me see where I can improve!

[@chadhaire1711]

when you make your video make sure you say what tech garbage this all is.

[@charlespatterson3936]

You should be working for Subaru as their Corporate Trainer. Outstanding presentation. I’m looking at purchasing this vehicle. Thank you.

[@rkk158]

great review

[@akqjtn]

Thank you

[@anaoha999]

U just saved my life . Thank you

[@PennsylvaniaDualSport]

This was well done thank you. I pick up my new crosstrek premium on Saturday with these features.

[@pault477]

So sitting in a drive thru coffee shop line and sitting for minutes I decided that I could glance at my phone. Well when the car moved ahead of me I was given a notice by the Subaru to move also. Pretty slick.

[@hay7501]

I have a 2019 impreza with eyesight. The auto lights on and off are cool. The lane assist is WAY too abrasive, however the cruise control with the assist and front car detection.. means it basically drives it’s self which is cool

[@richardgoeltz3769]

Thanks. Now I know what the “green” car icon is for. I came on today and I could feel an adjustment in the steering wheel.

[@richardgoeltz3769]

Boost & Shutter I must have accidentally bumped the steering wheel switch to activate it. Feeling the steering wheel have a mind of its own was unnerving. The owners manual was not helpful at all. BTW, I recognized the area in which you were driving. Thanks again.

[@TheChadWork2001]

Sonar uses sound waves. Radar uses radio or microwaves. Excellent video. The best I've seen in the subject. Thanks.

[@nmarbletoe8210]

Legacy owners manual says there are "4 sonar sensors" in the back bumper

[@TheChadWork2001]

@@nmarbletoe8210 Must be a serious editorial error. Radar: N. A method of detecting objects using radio and microwaves through the air. Sonar: Noun. Using sound in water to detect objects.

[@nmarbletoe8210]

@@TheChadWork2001 Bats use sonar :)

[@TheChadWork2001]

@@nmarbletoe8210 If it says SONAR, it must be using sound and not radio or micowaves. Frequencies are Radar: 50-330MHz Sonar: 100KHz-1Mhz

[@nmarbletoe8210]

@@TheChadWork2001 True. The Subarus apparently use sound pulses from four speakers in the rear bumper.

[@NicoleDeMarco925]

Lead vehicle assist actually seems pretty useful to me as I tend to disassociate at stop lights sometimes and won't even notice the light is green. Doesn't happen too often, but I learned to drive in a 2015 legacy, and this feature came in handy a bit in reminding me to pay attention

[@akqjtn]

Yes, I've used it a lot more than I thought I would (could be because I know it's there 🤣)