Subaru Outback
- Reliability (shortcut)
- Repair Histories (shortcut)
- Extended Warranty
- MSRP and Invoice Prices
- Price Comparisons
- Dealer Price Quotes
- Real-World Gas Mileage (shortcut)
- "Why (Not) This Car?" Reviews (shortcut)
- Tire Reviews
- Forums
- Specifications
- Features
Subaru Outback Reliability
Want to more clearly know what the difference in reliability will be if you buy a Subaru Outback rather than another vehicle? Concerned about your chances of getting a lemon?
TrueDelta provides this information in the form of "times in the shop" stats that make the actual repair rates clear and, in the future, "lemon-odds."
The latest Car Reliability Survey (CRS) results include Subaru Outback reliability information based on owner experiences through June 30, 2010:
| Successful Repair Trips per Year (per 100 vehicles) | |||||
| Year | Make | Model |
Trips / Year | TS | Cars Mon/Car Av Odo |
| 2010 | Subaru | Outback |  | 148 4.9 5600 | |
| 2009 | Subaru | Outback | | 44 9.0 12800 | |
| 2008 | Subaru | Outback | | 61 8.7 27700 | |
| 2007 | Subaru | Outback | | 29 7.4 35800 | |
| 2006 | Subaru | Outback | | 62 9.0 50800 | |
| 2005 | Subaru | Outback | 64 |  | 102 7.3 61900 |
| 2003 | Subaru | Outback |  | 25 6.9 96900 | |
| 2002 | Subaru | Outback* | 17 7.6 132800 | ||
| 2001 | Subaru | Outback | | 30 6.3 109600 | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Outback* | 13 7.2 135200 | ||
| 1999 | Subaru | Outback* | 12 7.3 172700 | ||
| 1998 | Subaru | Outback* | 16 6.0 157000 | ||
To see how the Subaru Outback's repair frequency compares to other model years and competing car models, and for a table key, click here. Updated quarterly.
We also have some new reliability stats for the Subaru Outback. "Nada-odds" reports the percentage that required no repairs at all, not even a minor one--nada--in the past year, while "Lemon-odds" reports the percentage that required three (or more) repair trips.
| Nada-odds cars per 100 with no repairs (nada) in the past year; 100 is ideal Lemon-odds cars per 100 with 3+ repair trips in the past year; 0 is ideal | |||||
| Year | Make | Model | Nada-odds |
Lemon-odds |
Cars Mon/Car Av Odo |
| 2009 | Subaru | Outback | 28 11.4 17800 | ||
| 2008 | Subaru | Outback | 39 11.6 32900 | ||
| 2006 | Subaru | Outback | 42 11.6 55100 | ||
| 2005 | Subaru | Outback | 51 11.6 66000 | ||
To see how the Subaru Outback's Nada-odds and Lemon-odds compare to competing car models, and for a table key, click here. Updated quarterly.
To provide comprehensive results, TrueDelta needs reliability data on all cars--not just the Subaru Outback--from people like you. To encourage participation, those who help provide the data receive free access to the site's car reliability information. Find out the details.
Subaru Outback Repair Histories
To supplement our Car Reliability Survey, TrueDelta collects Subaru Outback repair histories, a list of all the repairs that have been performed on a vehicle. With these, no minimum sample is required and owners can report repairs that occurred before joining.
Individual responses to both the Car Reliability Survey and the Car Repair History Survey are posted here:
2011 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2010 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2009 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2008 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2007 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2006 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2005 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2004 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2003 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2002 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2001 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
2000 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
1999 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
1998 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
1997 Subaru Outback Problems and Repair Histories
Think you might have a lemon, and want to see if other owners are having similar problems? Then this is the place to check.Subaru Outback Extended Warranty
Concerned about the Subaru Outback's reliability? Considering an extended warranty? Warranty Direct is a 26-year-old company with nearly 2 million contracts sold and over $500 million in paid claims.
Like insurance, extended warranties are best bought to limit downside risk, and from a company that is almost certain to remain in business. While for most people extended warranties will not pay off, for some they will pay for themselves many times over.
If you are unsure about the Subaru Outback's reliability, or simply want the peace of mind afforded by an extended warranty, you can click here to purchase one from Warranty Direct.
Subaru Outback MSRP and Invoice Prices
Whether comparing two vehicles or just pricing one, you can forget about digging through trim lines, option packages, prerequisites, and the like one by one -- the TrueDelta algorithm uniquely figures these out for you in one swift pass. Results include both MSRP and invoice prices for the Subaru Outback. Price the Subaru Outback.
| Year | Body | Trim | MSRP | Invoice | Dest. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 4-door Sedan | 2.5i | 27,395 | 25,512 | 625 |
| 3.0R L.L. Bean | 31,295 | 29,058 | 625 | ||
| 2006 | 4-door Wagon | 2.5i | 24,795 | 23,187 | 625 |
| 2.5 XT | 28,595 | 26,641 | 625 | ||
| 3.0R | 28,995 | 26,996 | 625 | ||
| 3.0R L.L. Bean | 32,495 | 30,150 | 625 | ||
| 3.0R VDC Limited | 35,695 | 33,066 | 625 |
Subaru Outback Price Comparisons
Want quick, thorough MSRP (sticker price) and dealer invoice comparisons between the Subaru Outback and another car, both similarly equipped to your specifications? Choose one of the most frequently performed Subaru Outback price comparisons from the list in the sidebar.
If the comparison you are interested in is not listed, go here:
Price compare the Subaru Outback.
Dealer Price Quotes
Subaru Outback Dealer Price Quotes
Want to find out how much dealers are actually charging? Requesting free, no obligation dealer price quotes through PriceQuotes.com (sidebar) helps support TrueDelta while getting you a great price on a new car.
The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll promptly receive price quotes from local approved dealers.
Subaru Outback Gas Mileage
Everyone knows that government estimates often aren't indicative of the Subaru Outback's gas mileage in the real-world.
In response, TrueDelta began collecting gas mileage data from owners of the Subaru Outback, with the intent of providing real-world gas mileage estimates customized to how and where you drive.
Subaru Outback Real-World Gas Mileage
"Why (Not) the Subaru Outback?" Reviews
For car buyers' reasons for buying a Outback--or not--click here.
Want another perspective? Since 1999, Michael Karesh, the developer of TrueDelta, has contributed reviews to Epinions,
where he is one of two people who oversee the autos section.
Michael's most recent Subaru Outback review.
Note: The older the review, the more likely it has become outdated owing to more recently introduced competitors.
Subaru Outback Tire Reviews
The Tire Rack offers the Internet's most extensive collection of Subaru Outback tire reviews, tire survey results, and tire tests. To see which tires are available for the Subaru Outback--or for your car--and go from there to Tire Rack's comprehensive information, use the tool in the sidebar.
The Tire Rack can be especially useful as a source of winter tires, which I have strongly recommended ever since buying a set for my car. If you're unhappy with your car's handling and braking on snow and ice, you probably just need proper winter tires, not a new car.
Subaru Outback Forums (TrueDelta partners)
These forums have helped make our results possible. For discussions of the Outback by owners, visit:
SubaruOutback.org -- Subaru Outback forum
2006 Subaru Outback Specifications
| Body | 4-door Sedan | 4-door Wagon |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 105.1 | 105.1 |
| Length | 186.2 | 188.7 |
| Width | 69.7 | 69.7 |
| Height | 59.1 | 63.2 |
| Curb Weight | 3350 | 3320 |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 | 16.9 |
| R1 Headroom | 37.6 | 40.5 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 54.4 | 54.4 |
| R1 Hip Room | 51.0 | 51.0 |
| R1 Legroom | 44.1 | 44.1 |
| R2 Headroom | 36.5 | 39.1 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 53.7 | 53.7 |
| R2 Hip Room | 52.6 | 52.6 |
| R2 Legroom | 33.9 | 33.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 | 33.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 | 66.2 |
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2006 Subaru Outback 4-door Sedan
Drivetrain, Tire, and Audio System Availability
| Trim | 2.5i | 3.0R L.L. Bean |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Engine | 2.5L H4 OHC-4v HP: 175@6000 TQ: 169@4400 | 3.0L H6 DOHC-4v HP: 250@6600 TQ: 219@4200 |
| Standard Transmission | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Standard Tires | 225/55VR17 tires | 225/55VR17 tires |
| Standard Audio | Unbranded audio system, 120W, 6 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 120W, 6 speakers |
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2006 Subaru Outback 4-door Wagon
Drivetrain, Tire, and Audio System Availability
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5 XT | 3.0R | 3.0R L.L. Bean | 3.0R VDC Limited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Engine | 2.5L H4 OHC-4v HP: 175@6000 TQ: 169@4400 | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v HP: 250@6000 TQ: 250@3600 | 3.0L H6 DOHC-4v HP: 250@6600 TQ: 219@4200 | 3.0L H6 DOHC-4v HP: 250@6600 TQ: 219@4200 | 3.0L H6 DOHC-4v HP: 250@6600 TQ: 219@4200 |
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | |||
| Standard Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Standard Tires | 225/55VR17 tires | 225/55VR17 tires | 225/55VR17 tires | 225/55VR17 tires | 225/55VR17 tires |
| Standard Audio | Unbranded audio system, 120W, 6 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 120W, 6 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 120W, 6 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 120W, 6 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 7 speakers (including a subwoofer) |
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