The CVT in the 2021 I test drove was surprisingly nice. Buttery smooth and out of the way. Coming from a German car with a DSG, thought I'd hate it, but it was really good and meets its objective. Also, the one I tested looks like it had the infotainment lag fixed. The Outback isn't made for an enthusiast or people who talk about engagement with the road, and with the major infotainment issues fixes this last year, it's not that big a deal. The Outback is for people that want a near luxury ride quality, quiet cabin, AWD, adaptive cruise control and legit ground clearance for under 30k starting. If you hate enormous car loans and want a little bit of everything, the Outback is an amazing package!
I am driving one now because my car is being fixed. Fender bender. But this car drives itself. I was blown away! It reminded me of my grandma and the internet. I had my hands an inch off the wheel. It was wild!!
I have a 2020 Forester premium. This is my second Subaru. I used to have 2006 Santa Fe 4WD AND 2013 RAV4 AWD. After driving all my personal opinions are like RAV4 was comfortable, Santa Fe was a gas burner and Subaru has the best AWD system. Honestly speaking, I got stuck with RAV4 AWD and Santa Fe4wd in Michigan winter but never got stuck with Subaru. Even didn’t have to struggle for a bit.
It's true the Forester, on paper, has more interior volume. The thing is, the Outback is longer while the Forester is taller. Overall, the LxWxH thing works out in favor of the Forester but the Outback has more load floor room and thus, as far as I'm concerned, more "usable" space. Now, if you're going to routinely carry taller things, then the Forester is you go to Subaru but after looking at both for a number of years, I'd choose the Outback!
I have had seven Subaru’s. We currently have the Outback and the Forester, and the forester is nowhere near the Outback in space, comfort, composure or agility in snow, nor does it have the same power. Here in Sweden, they cost about the same too.
@@Gucciflipflops00 No, the Outback is way more comfortable and spacious, and at least here in Sweden better engine options for the CVT (the 2 liter is t a great pairing for the CVT gearbox). The outback also fees more premium and is a lot quieter. The outback is the best car I have ever owned. Same ground clearance too, but you kind of sit deeper in the outback, so it feels more like a station wagon, the forester fees more like a…I don’t know. SUV wannabe? No the outback is definitely much more car for the money.
Always had a spot in my hear for the Subie’s. Parents had 2 new onces. 1978 DL coupe, and a 1982 Wagon the top level. We live in the second hilliest city in the US. and we’ lived at the top of 2 very steep hills in West Fitchburg and both Subies never had a problem climbling those hills with the snow. Blizzard of ‘78 anyone?? I was their. haha.
Outback’s are wonderful vehicles! I’m going to buy this, but will wait a few years because new models are synonymous with recalls. Love everything about this car, except the touch screen.
The car of choice for my area in Upstate New York. We get real winters and lots of snow. If it's not a pickup truck or an out-of-towner driving a luxury SUV, it is almost always a Subaru
Thank you, Micah! I've been saying this for years! The Forester is the CUV and the Outback is a wagon. For some reason everyone always forgets about the Forrester and choose the Outback in comparison tests with other compact CUVs like the CR-V, RAV-4, CX5, etc. Smh.
I just don’t understand why they would invest the R&D to make two models that are aimed at a very similar demographic with slightly different tastes in body shape and interior quality. 🤷♂️
The Outback is considered a station wagon. The Forrester is considered an S.U.V. The difference is the insurance companies give a lower insurance premium for a station wagon vs. an S.U.V. Don't understand it but I am pleased to get a "break" in premiums for my Subaru station wagon.
I suppose it is because the wagon has a lower ground clearance and a longer stance, making it less likely to roll over. They are also a bit big so they protect you in a crash, but not too big where they leave a lot of damage in an accident like big SUVs and pickup trucks. They also are less likely to be stolen than SUVs, Pickup trucks, and everything else simply because at least in America, we do not drive that many of them.
Great video guys, you are lucky that you get the latest version of the Outback. In the UK we are still left with the last generation for 2021 (I actually just reviewed one on my channel)
That generation is still very nice and really your not missing very much when you compare the previous generation vs the new generation...both are very exceptional vehicles....
I miss my old Subaru! It was a blast to drive! ❤️ I had a bad month and forgot to change it’s oil. In any other car, it would have exploded. But the Subaru just slowly turned off its engine. I went off the road called triple A and towed it to my mechanic. He told me what happened and he just changed the oil and it was good as new. I loved that it was a great car and so nice to me. Lol. Love Subarus.
Why would it turn off the engine? Do the electronics track the miles or something and shut the car down if you don't reset the counter? Maybe it overheated? My sister had a used Corolla back in the 90's and drove it for like 6 years without changing the oil. I don't think it would blow up the car, it just wears out the engine a lot faster.
@@Madman6505 I feel like it was being nice to me. Lol. My friend had a Chevy and she also forgot to change the oil, and her car died. lol. She might have drove it crazy too.
What ever you’re smoking when you wrote this I definitely want some. Not sure what planet you were driving on. Cars don’t just stop because you missed an oil change. 🤦♂️
Have a 2020 Limited for 11 months and 6800 miles on ODO, and got a bad battery already. If you do a research you will see that it is happening with some years and will find several cases of law suits against Subaru. At least I can review here for you that the roadside assistance works pretty good. At the dealership they were giving me a hard time to change my battery since their diagnostic would show the battery was good, even though they had to jump start the vehicle to take it to the bay. Well, problem solved now but disappointed to have a new car with a issue. The whole reason I get a new car every 2 years is to not have to deal with breaking down issues. Good looking car, and great to drive, but unfortunately lost my confidence for Subaru products and service.
It's so weird to me how some people associate a recall with a lack of quality. Better to watch out for cars that should have had a recall but didn't - sticking customers with the bill.
@@deviouslaw Every recall is a trip to the dealership, and that isn't convient for people. 15 recalls on the 2020 explorer is excessive to me. Owning up to problems, sure, but manufacturing delays and then abundant quality issues compared to competitors is what I am qualifying against.
@@deviouslaw not that weird dude, chillax.... It is just something annoying. and something that more likely happen than not with a rather completely new model from a brand that does not have the best track record with realiability. Oh wait: www.caranddriver.com/news/a35565741/2021-ford-bronco-sport-recall/
@@Mark-ou8nu most of the time recalls can be completed when the car is in for routine service anyway, not to mention if there are multiple to be addressed the visit can be combined...I just don't see a recall as this huge black mark on a manufacturer as a whole. If you're talking about someone who is considering a 2020 explorer, it would be relevant. But again, anyone who is having to deal with a recall is at least getting their issue addressed.
There should be way more wagons in the US. In Europe there’s a Mazda 6 wagon, Corolla wagon, Focus wagon, Passat Wagon, Arteon Shooting Break, 3 series and 5 series wagon and Merc CLA shooting break and C wagon
American don’t like wagons, instead they love SUVs, Outback is the only one that actually sells, it has SUV/Crossover look because of ground clearance.
@@weirdshibainu It makes more sense to buy a wagon than a new pickup. Almost every truck has a useless 5 1/2 FT. Bed. In a wagon you can fold the back seat down and whatever doesn't fit in the back gets strapped to the roof. You can order a truck made for working but now you're taking a mortgage.
I am very disappointed that my 2021 Limited outback’s roof rack is warping along the rubber that sits against the body. The dealership seems to know about this but acts like it’s a live with it situation. We drove Fords for years and never had any issues like this. And to think I could still be driving a Ford that would still look as well as drive good.
I have the 2020 XT Limited, essentially unchanged for 2021. A couple of nit picks; the start/stop function is crappy, car starts without taking your foot off the brakes, scares the pedestrians crossing in front of me. Subaru says it’s normal or because the car electrical draw is too high at those times. Not true, i have tried it with everything turned off and after driving for a couple of hours with the same results. The disengage for the start/stop is buried in the infotainment screens, very impractical. Now for the cold weather items, the heated steering wheel only heat the bottom two thirds of the steering wheel, the top third remains cold (talk about cutting corners in weird places!). The heated seats are a pain to adjust and/or deactivate, this is also buried in multiple screens on the infotainment system. Other than that the car/wagon/SUV is a good driver, there are other quirks, the climate control is off by 3 about three degrees Celsius (Canadian car) which is about 6 degrees in Fahrenheit. I have remote start through the app, but it requires going through multiple screens to activate, would be nice to have it integrated in the key fob, like literally all other cars with this feature.
I have a 2021 Touring XT and the start/stop button is now unburied and located on the fixed portion of the screen (next to the car icon) so it's one touch to toggle it (there's an update for 2020's). Also, there are many parameters that affect its operation causing it to unexpectedly start as you say, which is annoying so I rarely use it. And I agree they should next unbury the heated seat adjustments.
An honest review always contains negatives, because there are always negatives. Like no parking sensors up front... Yes front camera some trims, but they might get muddy driving in the bush..
Started out OK in the 2020 model. Then they updated it. Our dealer did ours. Completely borked it. Had to put in a new , 2021-style head unit. Faster. Has Apple Carplay full screen now. Still stutters a bit anytime it has to interact with the CAN Bus (climate controls, seat heater, drive settings, etc.). Not in love with it, but it's not a deal breaker. The nanny cam, however...
My 2021 Outback xt has been in the shop for going on 6 weeks with a check engine light failure. Hard to believe Subaru has not found the problem as of this comment. Very Disappointed that I am paying on a loan on a car not drivable.
@@stevemartegani Forester actually has better rear headroom and sitting position due to more boxy design. Also, trunk space is roughly the same. Which space are u talking about?
I am really confused why all the RUclipsrs didn't review the all new 2020 Outback last year... Was it a Covid thing? There was one, ONE change to the 2021 model, that made the screen easier to find the auto start/stop button. USB cable is very difficult to access, start/stop is super rough. New Turbo engine is great, the Touring Trim is super luxurious, the ground clearance works great, even in waterlogged logging road ruts in the Cascade Mountains.
Well if you spent more that 5 seconds with a cvt you would realize they are nice ...better mpg no shifting and instant power when needed I'll take the 40mpg in my Corolla on the freeway thanks 👍😊
Thanks for being honest about Subaru's powertrain. So tired of most automotive journalists always giving Subaru a pass and then harp on other cars for their CVT and traditionally slow engines. There is some mysticism where Subaru can do no wrong for some reason.
Hannafords in Vermont, Hmmmmm, how do you know about Hannafords. With the new Bronco 2 you just ordered, you need to move to the northeast to experience the weather and Hannafords. I'll bet you're surprised that someone is actually listening to what you say. Great review.
How many outback owners watch this? Damn good car but the lack of physical buttons is disappointing. I had one for an afternoon and it was annoying to have to go through menus and I missed the mute button from some of the last gen. My 2015 premium is great! Minus the no second row vents... seriously...it's a must next time!
I have a 2016 Limited with the second row vents and you didn’t miss out on anything! At full blast, you would barely see a napkin move from the second row vent airflow 😠
Bedwetter, you KNOW that they have many years ago, but, you being a childish troll and all.... say, wait? Have they fixed the ONGOING 4cyl head gasket problems on Nissan? Chevy? Toyota? Mark?
@@eskieman3948 WTF !, I just bought a 2021 outback premium , FYI , got rid of a Honda 2014 that blew engine at 58k . Just looking for honest opinions and owner experiences . I really like my outback so far , had it about 2 weeks now . You ever thought about anger management therapy ?
I saw it too, I like this front end better, the grill on the Australian spec looks like Mercedes Benz grill with 2 lines across the grill, I prefer round Fog light on the Australian spec.
Subaru: Just imagine how much better your Outback, Forester and Ascent would be with a 8 or 10 speed automatic. Not just acceleration but even off roading.
I would seriously consider the Outback but with CVT, will never buy it. Was hoping they would put a real transmission in the top model. Subaru should offer at least one model that keeps true to the 4wd, boxer, two stick trans that they built their reputation on.
The limited and the wilderness are completely different. And since the wilderness hasn’t even come out yet, no one, besides the guys making these videos, know how it drives.
Yeah, CR rates infotainment issues on an equal footing with things like transmission and engine issues. Bit misleading, since they are throwing the book at all the crappy infotainment systems in otherwise excellent cars.
@@chooseymomschoose so naturally the 2020 Outback quality control can be called into question. www.torquenews.com/1084/leaked-documents-reveal-subaru-concerned-new-2020-outback-quality
Perhaps CR dropped its recommendation status, but somehow the Outback it made it into the 10 Top Picks of 2021: Best Cars of the Year ($35,000-$45,000 range).
I would like to see reviewers of wagons trucks minivans and SUVs try to put a bike and then a 4x8 sheet of lywood in the tet vehicles to give some indication of how prctical they really are.
You kill me. "or more realistically winter time trips through Vermont to the nearest Hannaford supermarket" lol (Hannaford was formerly Shop 'n Save) Clearly, Micah does his homework.
@@sc4560 Thx for your comment...I love history. I live in MA but had clinical internships in VT and ME, both of which Hannaford was my local grocer. Micah is from Long Beach, so I just find it funny that he knew enough about Hannaford and New England.
Manufactures need to notch the top of the windshield so you don't have to play the re-calibration game when a windshield needs to be replaced. Plus the cost of one of these windshields is absurd.
Think about this before you purchase one. I bought a 2021 outback and have had it only 9 months and will be on my 3rd windshield. Subaru is using subpar windshields and won't stand by their product. I was told to bad. The price is around 1500 each time. Beware!
I've always loved Subaru vehicles and as much as I like the outside.of the newer ones, I'll stick to my 2011 Forester it's got a REAL transmission and it's a five speed manual. Not a fake transmission. It's sad that they dropped the giant sunroof I've mine. Personally I don't see the big deal about not having real AC I'm 53 and we survived without having them for a long time. Most of the time there are no more then two people at a time anyhow.
Face it, most SUV's these days are just glorified raised up cars. At least Outback has enough room behind the rear seat to put something in it even if it makes it a "wagon". Don't get why Forester rated at 1500 lb with same engine as Outback at 2700 lb?
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The CVT in the 2021 I test drove was surprisingly nice. Buttery smooth and out of the way. Coming from a German car with a DSG, thought I'd hate it, but it was really good and meets its objective. Also, the one I tested looks like it had the infotainment lag fixed. The Outback isn't made for an enthusiast or people who talk about engagement with the road, and with the major infotainment issues fixes this last year, it's not that big a deal. The Outback is for people that want a near luxury ride quality, quiet cabin, AWD, adaptive cruise control and legit ground clearance for under 30k starting. If you hate enormous car loans and want a little bit of everything, the Outback is an amazing package!
Engaged driving? That happens when the shessa of weather hits the road and you realize that you and your outback are the only ones on the road!
It's a HUGE wagon, but it's a wagon. Long live the Outback.
the vermont statement was the truest thing i've ever heard
Wagon Utility Vehicle
WUV, it's what makes a Subaru a Subaru.
they are cool vehicles! I have reviews of the UK versions if you wish to see?
Subuwuv
I WUV subarus, wuv wuv wuv wuv
Triple U V lol
I guess. The AMC Eagle did it way before.
I am driving one now because my car is being fixed. Fender bender. But this car drives itself. I was blown away! It reminded me of my grandma and the internet. I had my hands an inch off the wheel. It was wild!!
Forget this nauseating "wagon" mantra! Subaru Outback vs Volvo, Audi, Mercedes Benz wagons: ruclips.net/video/jcmrQe9qWkM/видео.html
It’s a very long car! Very surprised when I seen it in real life, it’s basically the legacy lifted with a hatch, Love it.
What if I told you the legacy and Outback used to be the same car haha
Great for stability when getting sideways in the snow
I have a 2020 Forester premium. This is my second Subaru. I used to have 2006 Santa Fe 4WD AND 2013 RAV4 AWD. After driving all my personal opinions are like RAV4 was comfortable, Santa Fe was a gas burner and Subaru has the best AWD system. Honestly speaking, I got stuck with RAV4 AWD and Santa Fe4wd in Michigan winter but never got stuck with Subaru. Even didn’t have to struggle for a bit.
It's true the Forester, on paper, has more interior volume. The thing is, the Outback is longer while the Forester is taller. Overall, the LxWxH thing works out in favor of the Forester but the Outback has more load floor room and thus, as far as I'm concerned, more "usable" space. Now, if you're going to routinely carry taller things, then the Forester is you go to Subaru but after looking at both for a number of years, I'd choose the Outback!
I think it's best cars for families .I've just bought it today after test drive this car.
I have had seven Subaru’s. We currently have the Outback and the Forester, and the forester is nowhere near the Outback in space, comfort, composure or agility in snow, nor does it have the same power. Here in Sweden, they cost about the same too.
So the forester is better ? I'm trying to decide between them
@@Gucciflipflops00 No, the Outback is way more comfortable and spacious, and at least here in Sweden better engine options for the CVT (the 2 liter is t a great pairing for the CVT gearbox). The outback also fees more premium and is a lot quieter. The outback is the best car I have ever owned. Same ground clearance too, but you kind of sit deeper in the outback, so it feels more like a station wagon, the forester fees more like a…I don’t know. SUV wannabe? No the outback is definitely much more car for the money.
Always had a spot in my hear for the Subie’s. Parents had 2 new onces. 1978 DL coupe, and a 1982 Wagon the top level. We live in the second hilliest city in the US. and we’ lived at the top of 2 very steep hills in West Fitchburg and both Subies never had a problem climbling those hills with the snow. Blizzard of ‘78 anyone?? I was their. haha.
Outback’s are wonderful vehicles! I’m going to buy this, but will wait a few years because new models are synonymous with recalls. Love everything about this car, except the touch screen.
I love my 21 Subaru outback onyx XT in silver just bought it last weekend ❤️
Thanks Micha for the review. Just picked up our 2020 Outback. A great wagon/SUV!
The car of choice for my area in Upstate New York. We get real winters and lots of snow. If it's not a pickup truck or an out-of-towner driving a luxury SUV, it is almost always a Subaru
The best wagon ever!!! I ❤️ my Subaru!
No, mine😂
Thank you, Micah! I've been saying this for years! The Forester is the CUV and the Outback is a wagon. For some reason everyone always forgets about the Forrester and choose the Outback in comparison tests with other compact CUVs like the CR-V, RAV-4, CX5, etc. Smh.
I really wish the Outback had a panoramic sunroof.
The only wagon I know with a pano sunroof is a Volvo but they're dynamically different cars.
I think the main reason it doesn’t come with a panoramic roof is because many Outback owners tie down a ski box or other accessories to the roof.
back in the glory days...
@@ronochow Strange to see a manufacturer take a step backwards in feature
The Forester is dorky looking. I like the wagon style of the Outback more. Plus the Outback interior is much nicer than the Forester
I just don’t understand why they would invest the R&D to make two models that are aimed at a very similar demographic with slightly different tastes in body shape and interior quality. 🤷♂️
"Winter time trips through Vermont to Hannaford." I am called out.
Test driving the base model today. Excited!
yes micah finally reviews the outback
*The 2022 Outback will feature a body entirely built from black cladding.* 👍
LOL !! Yeah, can't wait.
which edition? or the whole line? thanks
@@cjjp5566 it’s a joke bro
That'll be unique enough to be collectable
All SUVs are wagons, the Outback just doesn’t try to hide it
The Outback is considered a station wagon. The Forrester is considered an S.U.V. The difference is the insurance companies give a lower insurance premium for a station wagon vs. an S.U.V. Don't understand it but I am pleased to get a "break" in premiums for my Subaru station wagon.
I suppose it is because the wagon has a lower ground clearance and a longer stance, making it less likely to roll over. They are also a bit big so they protect you in a crash, but not too big where they leave a lot of damage in an accident like big SUVs and pickup trucks. They also are less likely to be stolen than SUVs, Pickup trucks, and everything else simply because at least in America, we do not drive that many of them.
Great video guys, you are lucky that you get the latest version of the Outback. In the UK we are still left with the last generation for 2021 (I actually just reviewed one on my channel)
That generation is still very nice and really your not missing very much when you compare the previous generation vs the new generation...both are very exceptional vehicles....
I miss my old Subaru! It was a blast to drive! ❤️ I had a bad month and forgot to change it’s oil. In any other car, it would have exploded. But the Subaru just slowly turned off its engine. I went off the road called triple A and towed it to my mechanic. He told me what happened and he just changed the oil and it was good as new. I loved that it was a great car and so nice to me. Lol. Love Subarus.
Why would it turn off the engine? Do the electronics track the miles or something and shut the car down if you don't reset the counter? Maybe it overheated? My sister had a used Corolla back in the 90's and drove it for like 6 years without changing the oil. I don't think it would blow up the car, it just wears out the engine a lot faster.
@@Madman6505 I feel like it was being nice to me. Lol. My friend had a Chevy and she also forgot to change the oil, and her car died. lol. She might have drove it crazy too.
What ever you’re smoking when you wrote this I definitely want some. Not sure what planet you were driving on. Cars don’t just stop because you missed an oil change. 🤦♂️
🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@k9-unit-australia275 lol 😂 well it did for me…it was crazy!!!
Have a 2020 Limited for 11 months and 6800 miles on ODO, and got a bad battery already. If you do a research you will see that it is happening with some years and will find several cases of law suits against Subaru. At least I can review here for you that the roadside assistance works pretty good. At the dealership they were giving me a hard time to change my battery since their diagnostic would show the battery was good, even though they had to jump start the vehicle to take it to the bay. Well, problem solved now but disappointed to have a new car with a issue. The whole reason I get a new car every 2 years is to not have to deal with breaking down issues. Good looking car, and great to drive, but unfortunately lost my confidence for Subaru products and service.
Cry. Then buy an American car... we need the amusement.
Evie should get this instead of the Bronco. Less money, available now, and Ford has been having so many recalls recently.
True
It's so weird to me how some people associate a recall with a lack of quality. Better to watch out for cars that should have had a recall but didn't - sticking customers with the bill.
@@deviouslaw Every recall is a trip to the dealership, and that isn't convient for people. 15 recalls on the 2020 explorer is excessive to me. Owning up to problems, sure, but manufacturing delays and then abundant quality issues compared to competitors is what I am qualifying against.
@@deviouslaw not that weird dude, chillax.... It is just something annoying. and something that more likely happen than not with a rather completely new model from a brand that does not have the best track record with realiability. Oh wait: www.caranddriver.com/news/a35565741/2021-ford-bronco-sport-recall/
@@Mark-ou8nu most of the time recalls can be completed when the car is in for routine service anyway, not to mention if there are multiple to be addressed the visit can be combined...I just don't see a recall as this huge black mark on a manufacturer as a whole. If you're talking about someone who is considering a 2020 explorer, it would be relevant. But again, anyone who is having to deal with a recall is at least getting their issue addressed.
I think on the world of everyone wants a SUV world the Outback is timeless thanks for the review 👍
Agree ... it is a station wagon 🤓
There should be way more wagons in the US. In Europe there’s a Mazda 6 wagon, Corolla wagon, Focus wagon, Passat Wagon, Arteon Shooting Break, 3 series and 5 series wagon and Merc CLA shooting break and C wagon
American don’t like wagons, instead they love SUVs, Outback is the only one that actually sells, it has SUV/Crossover look because of ground clearance.
@@blackwhirlwind1245 true
Wagons suck.
I have reviewed most of the ones you just mentioned (even the Corolla Hybrid Trek Wagon)
@@weirdshibainu It makes more sense to buy a wagon than a new pickup. Almost every truck has a useless 5 1/2 FT. Bed. In a wagon you can fold the back seat down and whatever doesn't fit in the back gets strapped to the roof. You can order a truck made for working but now you're taking a mortgage.
Jeeeez. Does everyone handle telescoping steering wheels this way? Like. Easy there. You work out. Got it
Hey, anytime Micah wants to show off his biceps I'm down
I am very disappointed that my 2021 Limited outback’s roof rack is warping along the rubber that sits against the body. The dealership seems to know about this but acts like it’s a live with it situation. We drove Fords for years and never had any issues like this. And to think I could still be driving a Ford that would still look as well as drive good.
I have always loved the Outback, but never driven one, I live in the warm climate but travel to the cold climate sometimes in the winter.
I have the 2020 XT Limited, essentially unchanged for 2021. A couple of nit picks; the start/stop function is crappy, car starts without taking your foot off the brakes, scares the pedestrians crossing in front of me. Subaru says it’s normal or because the car electrical draw is too high at those times. Not true, i have tried it with everything turned off and after driving for a couple of hours with the same results. The disengage for the start/stop is buried in the infotainment screens, very impractical. Now for the cold weather items, the heated steering wheel only heat the bottom two thirds of the steering wheel, the top third remains cold (talk about cutting corners in weird places!). The heated seats are a pain to adjust and/or deactivate, this is also buried in multiple screens on the infotainment system. Other than that the car/wagon/SUV is a good driver, there are other quirks, the climate control is off by 3 about three degrees Celsius (Canadian car) which is about 6 degrees in Fahrenheit. I have remote start through the app, but it requires going through multiple screens to activate, would be nice to have it integrated in the key fob, like literally all other cars with this feature.
I have a 2021 Touring XT and the start/stop button is now unburied and located on the fixed portion of the screen (next to the car icon) so it's one touch to toggle it (there's an update for 2020's). Also, there are many parameters that affect its operation causing it to unexpectedly start as you say, which is annoying so I rarely use it. And I agree they should next unbury the heated seat adjustments.
Recently purchased a 2021 Limited XT, I'm in LOVE! Great car, the Infotainment is laggy on startup, but small complaint for such a bitchin ride.
how has it been for hvac/heated seat controls - thats really my only gripe and debating on pulling the trigger?
An honest review always contains negatives, because there are always negatives. Like no parking sensors up front... Yes front camera some trims, but they might get muddy driving in the bush..
I’m fascinated by the Outback Wilderness but I want my next Susie to be an Ascent.
Hope coming Vietnam soon. Love Outback
My 2021 Subaru Outback XT performed admirably for a year and was pleased with this purchase. Unfortunately the check engine came on and aweeks
Would be really nice to hear how responsive the head unit is now... Heard it was way too slow in last release..
In the UK we still get the last gen Outback (& they charge £34k for it)
Started out OK in the 2020 model. Then they updated it. Our dealer did ours. Completely borked it. Had to put in a new , 2021-style head unit. Faster. Has Apple Carplay full screen now. Still stutters a bit anytime it has to interact with the CAN Bus (climate controls, seat heater, drive settings, etc.). Not in love with it, but it's not a deal breaker. The nanny cam, however...
Test drove one, a tiny smidge better but still very slow.
Test drove a 2021 Premium recently and is was very quick. I'd definitely test drive before buying and include head unit tests!
This guy makes me happy
Love Subaru ❤️
I have 2013 Outback and this is next 😅
I have 2021 subaru outback xt, but in xmode it does not show ‘Snow Dirt’ & ‘ Deep Snow Mud’ why is that ?
Limited xt
you know what else has a horizontal piston configuration? The Porsche 911... that's good company!
My 2021 Outback xt has been in the shop for going on 6 weeks with a check engine light failure. Hard to believe Subaru has not found the problem as of this comment. Very Disappointed that I am paying on a loan on a car not drivable.
Is there anything the Outback has that the Forester doesn’t at a lower price? Genuinely curious.
Standard cross bars
Turbo
Better interior and more space
@@stevemartegani Forester actually has better rear headroom and sitting position due to more boxy design.
Also, trunk space is roughly the same. Which space are u talking about?
Forester is roughly 2 inch taller inside, but 2 inches skinnier inside as well. Opposite for Outback.
I love the guy in these videos.
Micah sounds like he had a venti cold brew before this voiceover.
I am really confused why all the RUclipsrs didn't review the all new 2020 Outback last year... Was it a Covid thing? There was one, ONE change to the 2021 model, that made the screen easier to find the auto start/stop button.
USB cable is very difficult to access, start/stop is super rough. New Turbo engine is great, the Touring Trim is super luxurious, the ground clearance works great, even in waterlogged logging road ruts in the Cascade Mountains.
I did not realize that they made it easier to access the start/stop on the 2021.
thanks for the info.
Well if you spent more that 5 seconds with a cvt you would realize they are nice ...better mpg no shifting and instant power when needed I'll take the 40mpg in my Corolla on the freeway thanks 👍😊
Hmm.. my 6 speed standard Civic does that easy... and it will absolutely blow the doors off your Corolla.
Awesome video Micah!
4:39 Since when has it been possible for CarPlay to take up the entire screen?!?!?!?
I think there was a software update in the car's settings
I love❤ my Subaru legacy gt.
Wagon ?
No 2010 legacy gt sedan.
Thanks for being honest about Subaru's powertrain. So tired of most automotive journalists always giving Subaru a pass and then harp on other cars for their CVT and traditionally slow engines. There is some mysticism where Subaru can do no wrong for some reason.
As a 2020 Limited XT owner, it's a wagon ... a very capable one :)
how has your leather held up? curious about the ivory and ink transfer?
@@nicoleundercuffler8743 zero issues so far, 7,200 miles and 13 months of ownership
Do you have the price for that? Thanks
Can the xt models take 87 gas? Anyone know what the manual says
Hannafords in Vermont, Hmmmmm, how do you know about Hannafords. With the new Bronco 2 you just ordered, you need to move to the northeast to experience the weather and Hannafords. I'll bet you're surprised that someone is actually listening to what you say. Great review.
Great and funny review! 😁
How many outback owners watch this? Damn good car but the lack of physical buttons is disappointing. I had one for an afternoon and it was annoying to have to go through menus and I missed the mute button from some of the last gen. My 2015 premium is great! Minus the no second row vents... seriously...it's a must next time!
I have a 2016 Limited with the second row vents and you didn’t miss out on anything! At full blast, you would barely see a napkin move from the second row vent airflow 😠
@@flat6gts damn....good to know. I appreciate the comment! Something to test for sure when the time comes.
have they addressed the boxer engines head gasket problems
Bedwetter, you KNOW that they have many years ago, but, you being a childish troll and all.... say, wait? Have they fixed the ONGOING 4cyl head gasket problems on Nissan? Chevy? Toyota? Mark?
@@eskieman3948 WTF !, I just bought a 2021 outback premium , FYI , got rid of a Honda 2014 that blew engine at 58k . Just looking for honest opinions and owner experiences . I really like my outback so far , had it about 2 weeks now . You ever thought about anger management therapy ?
great towing at 2700 pounds. most mid size suvs with a 4 cyl are 1500.
Love my 21 touring xt.
just saw the australian spec one, which the front end looks much better with less cladding.
I saw it too, I like this front end better, the grill on the Australian spec looks like Mercedes Benz grill with 2 lines across the grill, I prefer round Fog light on the Australian spec.
Using up your annual quota of the word commodious in February? Rookie mistake.
Great review of that SUV
Who cares about the top model? I need someone to review the basic model!
Subaru: Just imagine how much better your Outback, Forester and Ascent would be with a 8 or 10 speed automatic. Not just acceleration but even off roading.
is 2021 outback fully LED lights? including front and rear turning yellow light?
I would seriously consider the Outback but with CVT, will never buy it. Was hoping they would put a real transmission in the top model.
Subaru should offer at least one model that keeps true to the 4wd, boxer, two stick trans that they built their reputation on.
K, go away then
Great car and great video
Thanks
Nice station wagon.
When is the Subaru ascent going to get an update
Expect 2nd half of this year as 2022 model year.
It’s felt like I was rocking from side to side when I test drove it
Bullshit... you obviously have never driven this car.
I did. I drove the limited and I didn’t like it
The limited and the wilderness are completely different. And since the wilderness hasn’t even come out yet, no one, besides the guys making these videos, know how it drives.
2019 Forester Base felt like that too. Still pretty good car though
Will the Outabck lose it's recommended status from Consumer Reports like the Subaru Ascent just did?
Yeah, CR rates infotainment issues on an equal footing with things like transmission and engine issues. Bit misleading, since they are throwing the book at all the crappy infotainment systems in otherwise excellent cars.
@@chooseymomschoose so naturally the 2020 Outback quality control can be called into question.
www.torquenews.com/1084/leaked-documents-reveal-subaru-concerned-new-2020-outback-quality
Perhaps CR dropped its recommendation status, but somehow the Outback it made it into the 10 Top Picks of 2021: Best Cars of the Year ($35,000-$45,000 range).
That Backup camera had me dying!
I would like to see reviewers of wagons trucks minivans and SUVs try to put a bike and then a 4x8 sheet of lywood in the tet vehicles to give some indication of how prctical they really are.
Laminated glass/windshield?
Coming in thailand and malaysia ?
My 16 legacy has the same issue with hand access to USB ports.
I like the Outback front grill on Asian market. Current Outback front grill looks like a smaller Forester.
What about the Toyota Venza for 2021, you didn’t even give it a mention😞😔🤷
Need to open the hood
Love my outback
I love this car
me too! I just reviewed one too
You kill me. "or more realistically winter time trips through Vermont to the nearest Hannaford supermarket" lol (Hannaford was formerly Shop 'n Save) Clearly, Micah does his homework.
Actually, it was Martin’s before Hannaford in VT.
@@sc4560 Thx for your comment...I love history. I live in MA but had clinical internships in VT and ME, both of which Hannaford was my local grocer. Micah is from Long Beach, so I just find it funny that he knew enough about Hannaford and New England.
This thing is an SUV, it's massive.
"Massive"? You're clueless.
Does it burn oil?
Do you?
Manufactures need to notch the top of the windshield so you don't have to play the re-calibration game when a windshield needs to be replaced. Plus the cost of one of these windshields is absurd.
“Premium materials” like plastic and hard plastic and... well there’s soft plastic and... yeah it’s all plastic, like every modern car.
Micah... you literally have NO CLUE what this car is capable of.
~opportunity missed
Think about this before you purchase one. I bought a 2021 outback and have had it only 9 months and will be on my 3rd windshield. Subaru is using subpar windshields and won't stand by their product. I was told to bad. The price is around 1500 each time. Beware!
I've always loved Subaru vehicles and as much as I like the outside.of the newer ones, I'll stick to my 2011 Forester it's got a REAL transmission and it's a five speed manual. Not a fake transmission.
It's sad that they dropped the giant sunroof I've mine.
Personally I don't see the big deal about not having real AC I'm 53 and we survived without having them for a long time.
Most of the time there are no more then two people at a time anyhow.
The pano moonroof hasn't been an option on the Outback since 2009. The forester still has it on all but the base trim level tho.
@@chippsdubbo89 I know and it's a shame that they dropped it. Even more so because other carmakers are putting them in their cars.
"Canoe zone." lol. I love my 2021 Limited.
CVT and boxer engine....what's not to go wrong?
Face it, most SUV's these days are just glorified raised up cars. At least Outback has enough room behind the rear seat to put something in it even if it makes it a "wagon". Don't get why Forester rated at 1500 lb with same engine as Outback at 2700 lb?
Ascent with 2.4L Turbo has 5000 tow rating, same engine on XT Outback only has 3500 lb.
There's more that goes into towing than the engine.
Actually..most S.U.Vs are just glorified station-wagons.
Subaru needs to bring back the Forester XT.