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Francisco writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited Review
ProsFor experiencing grip in all circumstances. ConsThe seats.
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Good Choice. — The worst: seats are very uncomfortable, and interior measures: it is very small for a car of its size. The best: the rest. It is awesome. High MPG, fast acceleration, AWD stands AWESOMED, reliable. It's a pitty not having more engine offer, mainly turboes. Primary Use: Family transportation
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Alanna writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 i Review
Proshow it drives, color! Consnone
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dmworkbox writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 i Limited L.L. Bean Edition Review
ProsOne of the best AWD systems. Excellent handling in any weather conditions. Nice look. ConsMore room for rear passengers.
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Subaru Top Of The Line Model! — This car is best in class. I would recommend it to everyone who wants to go anywhere at any time... Exclllent handling in all weather conditions. Safe and reliable, friendly and sporty that is a...Subaru Outback 2008 Limited L.L. Bean Edition!!! Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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jtablan writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 i Limited Review
ProsHaven't failed me yet on any weather. Solid car and looks great. ConsNot a gas miser.
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"if I Give This Car A Rope It Will Probably Climb A Tree", Another Subaru Owner Quoted Me! — It's been a while since I had my Outback and this is my third review, I have since added a set of General Altimax Artic winter tires with its own dedicated set of rims, this was a wise decision; for the past two years we have been getting more snow here in Connecticut than other years. All season tires have its limitations and the snow tires made a huge difference in climbing hills and curvy back roads. Case and point you don't use sneakers when there's snow in the ground you wear snow boots or other type to keep youreself from slipping and falling flat on your back, sliding in the snow and crashing is not a good choice after all your vehicle is a huge investment and it has to bring you from "point A to point B" safely. And it's fun to drive when you are in control... Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Mia writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 i Limited Review
ProsI love how safe this car is for me and my family. The AWD makes me feel comfortable in inclement weather. Comfortable and roomy with two kids and cargo. ConsLack of room in the back seat.
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Best Car I've Ever Owned. — The outback is for our lifestyle. Outdoors, kids, family mixed with everyday life this car can basically handle anything I throw at it. My husband is an avid white water kayaker and he can haul three boats and three people with gear no problem. Nuff said. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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MCasla writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited Review
ProsAll wheel drive, fuel economy. ConsDoesn't accelerate well on the highway.
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Solid, Safe, Economical Performer. — No complaints. All wheel drive for Midwestern winters. Good handling. Easy on gas. No major repairs after two years of ownership (purchased used in 2010). Sound system pretty decent. High safety ratings. Only drawback is poor acceleration on the highway. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Jonk writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 i Review
ProsBest car I have ever owned and one of the cheapest ConsCould use the addtional power Better sound system
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Outback Outrstanding — This is the car that does everything it is supposed to do . This is one up from the base and still has heated seats, mirrors and wipers. And in the Inland Northwest these are true attributes. Great gas mileage in lieu of power. Althoug h it is a Jelly bean in the northwest,but that's because it does what it was designed to do . Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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jtablan writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 i Limited Review
Prosa mule Consnone
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2nd Review Of This Car — September 2011 hurricane Irene was fast approaching the eastern states, worried about losing power altogether, I therefore purchased an electric start generator on line thru Costco, the carrier cannot deliver the item ordered due to the fact the street is narrow and it is a dead end, the carrier ask if I have a pickup truck, replied "no, I don't have one but have a Subaru Outback", "that will do" proceeded to pick it up from the carrier terminal-with so much doubt in my mind, but the little mule hauled and delivered. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Paul writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 i Review
ProsSee above ConsSee above
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See Above — I love an All-Wheel-Drive. The Subaru has symetrical AWD, equal drive to all wheels. There's nothing like getting into a slide on a loose or muddy road and having the confidence to drive through the situation without losing control. With the high safety rating that Subaru have earned, I feel confident to put my family in this car and know they will be as safe as they can be. Pros: AWD, love it. Subaru reliability. Resale value. Three mode auto trans, Auto - Sport Auto - Sport Manual . 8.6L/100Km ave. The 2.5L boxer 4cyl motor can be very spritley when you give it the ask and use the auto to full capability. Very comfortable seats. Ergonomics are excellent. everything is at your fingertips. Looks great (well, we think so!). Reasonable load space for a car of this size. Cons: Not that good for towing (surprisingly). No low range with the auto. Has had a small rattle in the drivers door and a squeek in the drivers seat since we bought it. Cruise control could be more precise. The 2.5L boxer engine is tuned for long life, not performance; With the auto, it can be a slug at times. Overall: It's a nice drive. Nothing too outrageous or to boring. It's a car that is built for a purpose and it fulfills it's purpose perfectly. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Anton writes:
2008 Subaru Outback 2.5 i Review
ProsThe value you of a car for the money you pay!!! Consnon
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Subaru Is The Best. — First I was sceptical about getting an Outback, but once I got it I love it. It is very spacious, when it comes to performace the four cilynder engine does it's job, it is powerful. Build quality is very nice, better then my previous cars that I owned, I like the way it look inside and Outside. I tried my on ice, snow, sand, dirt, and the handling is very good due to symmetrical All Wheel Drive. My gas milage is great, from the whole tank I can get about 300-320 miles. I get city 20-21 mpg/g and highway 25-26 mpg/g. And my average is 22.6-23.5 mpg/g. When it comes to maintanance Subarus are build to live. Primary Use: Commuting to work |
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