2005 Subaru Outback
| MSRP: | $19,145 - $33,645 |
| Invoice: | $17,841 - $30,912 |
| Total: | 13 reviews |
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| Excellent | 8 reviews | |
| Very Good | 4 reviews | |
| Average | 1 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
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Like the Legacy on which it is based, the 2005 Subaru Outback gets a full redesign this year, making it sleeker, roomier, more powerful, and an overall better performer on and off the road. Rounder sloping lines get rid of some of the squared-off conservative boxiness, and the interior materials are more refined and durable. The 2005 Outback adds a 2.5 XT and XT Limited, featuring a new 250-hp turbo version of the 2.5-liter flat-4 engine in the base 2.5i and 2.5i Limited. These models also get a boost to 168-hp. The 3.0 H6 also rises to 250-this year.
The 2005 Outback comes in either sedan or wagon form, though the versatile wagons are most popular for their storage capacity, roof rack, and 60/40 folding rear seats (the sedans only have an armrest pass-through). There are two new 3.0 wagons this year, an L.L. Bean Edition and the VDC, which combines electronic stability control with Variable Torque Distribution for maximum use of the all-wheel drive system. Other changes this year include more ground clearance and lighter body materials, to increase engine performance, even on the non-turbos.
All of the 2005 Outbacks come with ABS brakes, dual front, side, and curtain airbags, and a choice of a Sportshift manual or an automatic transmission. Base models are nicely outfitted with power features, including power seats. The Limited, both turbo and non, feature a dual-pane sunroof. Heated leather seats are in the XT Limited and the VDC.
All-wheel drive power in snow, ice, and rough road conditions is outstanding, according to 2005 Outback drivers. The turbo engine is fast and fun, though it does display some lag. Overall ride is quiet and smooth, handling is crisp, and the 5-star crash ratings boost Subaru's safety image. Negatives include acceleration on the non-turbo H4, poor gas mileage, cramped rear legroom, the need for premium gas, and a so-so radio.
Reviews you can trust
| Excellent | 8 reviews | |
| Very Good | 4 reviews | |
| Average | 1 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
“My Car”
there is only a few things i dislike about my car is its overall size, and it breaks. With any type of speed and you get on the breaks you get a soft break peddle after and the only way to fix it is ... More
“Speed Can Forgive Many Sins... But Not All.”
Bought used with 40K miles. Pros: Stupid fast for a station wagon. Looks sharp, zero problems with it. Hauls gear... and ass. Nice, upscale interior. Storage is adequate, but not great. Off-r... More
“Once You Drive A Subaru, You'll Love Them Forever!”
ALL WHEEL DRIVE!!! It has taken the given abuse very well. It does not have a turbo, yet it has enough power for me. I upgraded the exhaust to 2 in., upgraded the air filter to a K&N and upgraded the ... More
“Outback Special”
Enjoyed this car. Very versitle and would navigate any terrain. Extremely high on the maintence expenses though. Not really made for tall people, but would suffice for an average family of four. St... More
“Subaru Outback My05”
Geat car. Universal use, good for beach work. Not a full on off roader but had good tracktion. Better than my prado on the sand. Very good to drive to the ski feilds and dont have o put chains on to d... More
“...”
There are three basic levels of the 2005 Outback, starting with the 2.5i and 2.5i Limited. A 168-hp naturally aspirated flat-four engine powers both of these, with the Limited offering a higher level ... More
“Great Car For The Family”
This thing handles great in all weather conditions. It's got enough ground clearance so you're not scared to take it off the beaten path. More
“Love It To Death..”
Great car, Mine is all black so it is sleek. big improvement over previous years. More
“Sti For The Family - Turbo 250hp Engine Rocks”
slick interior, awesome engine when in turbo range, sport-shift auto decent. Only real issue is that gear shifts are slow for really quick driving. More
“My Wife Loves It And We Think It Was A Good Value”
We think it is a great safe car that gets decent milage (@ 35k, we have been averaging 25 miles/gallon, which I think is good considering she uses the remote car start every morning to warm-up the car... More
2005 Subaru Outback Trims
| MSRP: | $30,945 |
| Invoice: | $28,454 |
| MSRP: | $30,945 |
| Invoice: | $28,454 |
| MSRP: | $27,245 |
| Invoice: | $25,087 |
| MSRP: | $24,445 |
| Invoice: | $22,567 |
| MSRP: | $31,245 |
| Invoice: | $28,727 |
| MSRP: | $32,445 |
| Invoice: | $29,820 |
| MSRP: | $33,645 |
| Invoice: | $30,912 |
| MSRP: | $19,145 |
| Invoice: | $17,841 |
2005 Subaru Outback Articles from Around the Web
- www.nhtsa.dot.gov — Safety ratings for the 2005 Subaru Outback... More
- www.epinions.com — 18 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback... More
- www.nctd.com — New design brings room, refinement and performance... More
- www.edmunds.com — Overview of the 2005 Subaru Outback including summary opinions on the car... More
- www.edmunds.com — Individual user reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback... More
- www.edmunds.com — Edmunds Editorial Ratings for the 2005 Subaru Outback... More
- www.edmunds.com — JD Powers quality ratings for the 2005 Subaru Outback... More
- autos.msn.com — User reviews on MSN Autos... More
- www.epinions.com — Awesome!!...Owner review of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited Wagon... More
- www.superdork.net — Test drive of the 2006 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited Wagon... More
- www.edmunds.com — Good mileage...Owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited Wagon... More
- autos.msn.com — I'm in love...19 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited... More
- www.subdriven.com — If you’ve ever owned an Outback...Review of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R L.L. Bean Edition... More
- www.motherproof.com — Review of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R L.L. Bean Edition... More
- www.cobizmag.com — Review of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R L.L. Bean Edition... More
- www.washingtonpost.com — The Station Wagon Stealthily Returns...Article on the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R L.L. Bean Edition... More
- www.edmunds.com — lovely to look at...Owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R L.L. Bean Edition... More
- autos.msn.com — Shop Carefully...15 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R L.L. Bean Edition... More
- consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com — Road test ratings for the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited... More
- www.edmunds.com — Read owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited... More
- www.mpt.org — Long-term road test of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited... More
- www.epinions.com — Great Value! Fantastic Car!...Owner review of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited... More
- www.theautochannel.com — 2005 Car Review: Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited Wagon... More
- www.caranddriver.com — 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5XT Limited - Road Tests... More
- www.edmunds.com — Winter Driving in Wyoming...Owner review of the 2005 Subaru Outback Sport... More
- www.carsurvey.org — Owner review and comments on the 2005 Subaru Outback Sport... More
- autos.msn.com — The Little Powerhouse...2 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback Sport... More
- www.edmunds.com — Great Ride...Owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon... More
- www.epinions.com — Owner review of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon... More
- reviews.cnet.com — It's still the perfectly designed small wagon...Review of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon... More
- autos.msn.com — Safety ratings for the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon... More
- autos.msn.com — Good but not great...7 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon... More
- autos.msn.com — i like it...Read 34 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5i Wagon... More
- www.edmunds.com — Good, but could be better...Owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5i Wagon... More
- www.auto123.com — 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Road Test... More
- www.thetruthaboutcars.com — Even if the 2005 Outback it isn't a picture of modern maternal magnetism...Review of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT... More
- www.canadiandriver.com — Test Drive: 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5XT... More
- www.edmunds.com — Great Fun...Owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT... More
- autos.msn.com — It does it all...Read 12 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT... More
- www.canadiandriver.com — Test Drive: 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0R... More
- www.edmunds.com — Reliability...Owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R... More
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