2011 Subaru Outback Review
Tuesday 8 March 2011
Balance was the key to victory when the Subaru Outback won Motor Trends Sport Utility of the Year in 2010 and for 2011, nothing has changed. The Outback shines with SUV versatility but without any of the SUV penalties. Subaru was able to combining large interior space, exceptional ground clearance, comfortable on road ride, amazing off road capabilities healthy performance and fuel economy into a perfect package. While other comparable vehicles in the segment need V-8's to move their massive machines, the Outback manages surprisingly well with only four and six cylinder options due in large part to weighing just under 3700 pounds. But the lack of a few cylinders in no way hampers the Outback's abilities both on and off road. It's quite impressive that Subaru was able to give us a vehicle that offers a day-to-day ride that's smooth and quiet while at the same time providing us with all-weather and off-road competence that almost unmatched in the segment.
The Range
- Bodystyles: SUV
- Engines: 2.5L F-4, 3.6L F-6
- Transmissions: CVT, 5-speed automatic, 6-speed manual
- Models: 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 3.6 R, 3.6 R Limited, 3.6 R Premium
What's New
A new feature for the Subaru Outback is a Rear Vision Camera, added to Premium and Limited models which is bundled with the Power Moonroof Package. The Rear Vision Camera includes an Auto-dim mirror with Homelink, compass display and a 3.3 inch hi-resolution display in the mirror. Manual folding mirrors have been added and models equipped with harmon/kardon audio now feature XM satellite radio.
Exterior
A new color, Caramel Bronze Pearl, replaces Harvest Gold Metallic. Ruby Red Pearl, previously only available on the Legacy and Tribeca, is now available on the Outback.
Interior
To go with the new exterior colors, Subaru is now offering a new Ivory interior
Performance & Handling
The Outback 2.5i, Limited and Premium all share the same 2.5L 170 hp, 170 lb-ft flat four engine while the 3.6 R, Limited and Premium share the new 3.6L 256 hp, 247 lb-ft flat six engine. All Subaru's come with Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive aiding in performance and safety in all weather conditions.
Safety
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, traction control, and an all-wheel drive.
EPA Fuel Economy
- 2.5i: 219-2mpg city/27-29mpg highway.
- 2.5i Limited: 22mpg city/29mpg highway.
- 2.5i Premium: 19-22mpg city/27-29mpg highway
- 3.6 R: 18mpg city/25mpg highway
- 3.6 R Limited: 18mpg city/25mpg highway
- 3.6 R Premium: 18mpg city/25mpg highway
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