Subaru Outback Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Lived up to reputation, one year 20,000 miles no repairs. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
This is our 3rd Outback and 10th Subaru with ours and our kids. We love Subaru's. Safety was the reason we purchased our first Subie, a '95 Legacy, for our daughter. All wheel drive and the other safety features of Subaru sold us. We still feel like our Subaru's give us an edge in any unexpected unpleasant situation on the road. When Subaru came to the U.S., it was known for quirky fun vehicles. The Subaru's of today remain fun, but a lot of the quirkiness is gone. In design and execution, they seem more mainstream now. Our Subaru's have been reliable. The all wheel drive system seems bullet proof and with one exception the engines have been the same. Our '99 Outback has had an overheating gremlin. With normal maintenance a Subaru can be trouble free. see full Subaru Outback review |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Most Subaru owners go back again when changing their cars see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has engendered fierce owner loyalty. I wanted to understand that better after owning many other vehicles over 4 decades. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
After reading the excellent reviews on Conumer Reports, and talking to Subaru owners I beagn to like the product. After seeing the bank for my buck value and then driving one I was sold! see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Very durable and GREAT in the snow. see full Subaru Outback review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Many independent reviewers gave it high ratings, and current owners we s/w gave it high ratings for performance & satisfaction. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
sturdey, reliable, lasts for ever. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I take care of my own vehicle maintenance, and I like the reputation for longevity that the drive-train, engine components, and suspensions have. I do regular oil changes with Mobil 1 synthetic, and get 200K miles out of my cars. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, these cars are everywhere in the Northwest. This leads to wide availability of quality independent mechanics. see full Subaru Outback review |
Honda Odyssey Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Honda is making the best quality minivan right now. Sienna and Quest are also very good in their own ways. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Again, Honda makes a car that keeps running. They usually get good gas mileage and are tops in most consumer reviews. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Honda has a good reputation for providing an excellent car. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Honda makes reliable vehicles all around that look sleek, hold their value and are maintenance free see full Honda Odyssey review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Honda produces awesome vehicles as I have owned two Accords in the past. They are great deals for the money and run forever. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Hondas hold their resale well see full Honda Odyssey review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Honda reliability see full Honda Odyssey review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Perception of quality leads to high resale value see full Honda Odyssey review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Honda reputation for reliability is legendary see full Honda Odyssey review |
2004 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
very good see full Honda Odyssey review |
Honda Odyssey Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Really I do not dislike the Odyssey. I bought it to use taking cloths etc. to Florida for the winter. The Mercedes does not have the cargo volume I need even if the mpg is much better see full Honda Odyssey review |