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2009 Subaru Outback - Consumer Opinions

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Cars.com user
New 2009 Outback lover

...She is a very careful looker, and this won out over several others. This Outback--for us, anyway--is a great marriage of automobile and SUV. We are both...

CarGurus user
2009 Subaru Outback 2.5i Special Edition

...The appearance is nice, I dislike the two tone inside, black seats and dash tan top. This car is nice to drive. Good gas mileage if you drive it not like its a...

Cars.com user
Wind noise and other annoyances

...The heater is just not up to the job when it is below freezing outside and the wind is blowing. If not for the wonderful heated seats the car would be very...

Edmunds user
3 months - I try to ignore the rattles

...If you do purchase this vehicle, go for one of the higher end packages (> 2.5XP) since you may get better interior quality. Gas mpg isn't bag... averaging...

Edmunds user
Finally bought the Outback

...The car feels well grounded and handles well. Nicely designed inside and out, it returns quite a bang for the buck in regards to all the features, in my...

Edmunds user
Great car

...Can't wait to drive it on snow but I drove it in very heavy rain and the feeling of stability is awesome. Best performance and better mileage than the Volvo...

Edmunds user
Unlimited Love for My Limited

...Two friends who own loaded 5 series BMWs were extremely impressed by interior design and comfort of this car...

Edmunds user
Our New Outback

...We are now part of the family of happy Outback owners. It is the perfect vehicle for us...

MSN Autos user
Unbeatable all around wagon

...Feel free to add me to that list. This car will take you anywhere you want to go in any kind of weather...

Edmunds user
Reliable

...Not enough leg room. Those who think a 6 cylinder will accelerate faster forget about it, it doesn't, because it's heavier. It is friendly, though, once you...


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Why should I also consider these? X

If you like the 2009 Subaru Outback, you might also consider the Volvo XC70, Audi A6 Avant, or Volkswagen Passat Wagon.

Although a number of the more upscale compact SUVs might be a substitute for the 2009 Subaru Outback, all of the rugged wagon alternatives are somewhat pricier.

The Passat wagon is a spacious and safe alternative; its 2.0T engine is both more fuel-efficient and more powerful than the Outback's standard engine.

But the 4Motion all-wheel-drive system is no longer available; the VR6 engine option is gone, too.

The Volvo XC70 costs just a few thousand more than a fully loaded Outback, yet it has a much more refined, distinctive interior that also feels a bit roomier.

The Volvo also excels in safety and safety features.

The Audi Avant wagon model is another possibility that's about the same size as the Outback, though it comes only in V-6 form, with all-wheel drive, and is priced well over $50,000.

2009 Volvo XC70 3.2L  
2009 Volvo XC70
Rating
8.2
2009 Audi A6 4-door Avant Wagon 3.0L quattro Prestige Front Exterior View  
2009 Audi A6
Rating
8.4
2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon Komfort  
2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon
Rating
8

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