2007 Subaru Outback 2.5i Basic

The most stripped down of the Outback offerings, the 2007 Subaru Outback 2.5i Basic is new this year and comes only in wagon form.  The all-wheel drive wagon features a 2.5-liter, 175-hp flat-4 engine with either a standard 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic.  As with all Subarus, ABS and dual front and side airbags are standard.  
The 2007 Outback 2.5i Basic also has roof rails, 16-inch wheels, air conditioning, power locks, mirrors, and windows, and new 2007 accessories, like an MP3 jack and prewired for satellite.  And though it's basic, it still comes packed with intermittent front and rear wipers, a trip computer, a rear spoiler, front and overhead consoles, and air filtration.  Back seats split-fold 60/40 for extra storage room (62 cubic feet), and the cargo area features tie-downs.  Option packages add a roof crossbar, ski carrier, and other enhancements to the trunk. It rats well for handling and AWD performance, though some drivers report road noise and they don't like the cramped backseat in a wagon.