2008 Subaru Outback Pros and Cons at TrueDelta: Owner Pros and Cons by dwon1
A member in Ontario, Canada
Cargo capacity
I am always carrying display equipment for work. Very quick to load and unload.
Safety & braking
Reported crash worthiness and air bag array was impressive. I will replace the pads for better grip and modulation.
Reliability & durability
Rated #3 by Consumers. First car to have no service problems at all in the first 7 months to date.
Fuel economy
It takes regular gas. Mileage is better than my previous Volvo.
Feature availability
Heated wiper glass. Heated leather seats. Power driver seat.
Ride smoothness
Upgraded the rear sway bar for improved steering & responsiveness.
Audio & nav systems
Very inconvenient to marry the auto climate control board to the audio board as well. I have totally bypassed the stock audio installation and installed my own.
Powertrain performance
Somewhat clunky automatic transmission. Engine is a bit wheezy when passing.
Controls and instruments
Door pockets too narrow. Audible turn signal chime is too muted. Armrest is too short. Too easy to activated heated seats. LCD clock & information display is often illegible due to glare.
Rear seat room & comfort
Footroom too short.
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