Why Buy a Subaru?
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- Опубликовано: 30 май 2024
- Today I share 5 reasons you should buy a Subaru! If you learn something new or get value out of this video, please remember to click the like button. Thank you!
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I can also add, Subaru of America takes care of its customers. I had a part fail, less than 50 miles past its warranty and they picked up the ENTIRE cost of the repair. I bought it for the safety and AWD, since I live in the PNW and love to go exploring.
Not in Canada ! They (dealers) take you for $ everything $ and try to threaten your warranty if you don't want "extra" you just can't afford or need !!! So Sad.
Happy for you as Subaru Canada just sucks and couldn't care less about their customers. Their only answers is go see you dealer.
Thank you this information is very helpful
Not me. I brought mine in 1 day after the 10 year 100k mile transmission warranty ended and they told me to go eat the $10k repair bill. They offered $2k in assistance. Luckily I had a non-factory extended warranty that covered it. It’s fine, my fault of course, but they definitely didn’t go above and beyond and said sorry bud hope you buy a better car next time. 2014 outback.
@@bigstrazwhich warranty company did you have? need to get one
While I was waiting to see what price of purchase I was going to get for my forester……I left the showroom and went into the service area. Just struck up conversations why they bought a Subaru. Two out of the three were in bad accidents, one that ran a red light and hit her on the driver side of her Subaru. I remember her saying it was so bad, but when ems arrived they were able to open her door without the jaws of life. Both of them said they would not purchase any other vehicle. Best salespeople were in the service area 🏆🏆🏆🏆
Forgot to mention that in the event of a head on collision, the boxer engine because of its design and position in the engine compartment, will fall downward towards the ground and away from the passenger compartment thus potentially avoiding serious injuries to the occupants.
You're right!
I won't go into all of the details of my wife's head-on with an old lifted K5 Blazer crossed into her lane way back when in her 1980 Subaru sedan. Yes she was injured, but that little Subbie saved her life. The engine, and at that time the spare tire was on top of the engine, dropped down without going into the passenger area keeping that lifted monster from getting in there also. I also know that an Angel was on her shoulder that day, because we are going 47 years married.
Bruh I m buying a 2910 Subaru STI @@alexpmo
The layers of steel in the B-pillar is ridiculously strong. I couldn't find a single photo of a modern Subaru that rolled over in an accident that had a crushed B-pillar.
I already own a Subie. I just came here to agree with all your points 😅
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Same 😂 I call them the beast of the sierras 😂 we had over 800 inches of snow 22 23 (last winter) not once did I get stuck, this year we got 10 feet in 3 days no problem, I had to go to work no matter what through snow w winds at 30 mph love my outback I have , just bought the wilderness 4weeks ago love love it
I am a huge car guy, but am an avid Toyota enthusiast who just bought their first Subaru. I had wanted a Subaru for years on end but always just went the Toyota route. When it came time for me to replace my Tacoma, I knew exactly what I wanted to purchase. I purchased a 2024 Forester Wilderness in Crystal White Pearl and I can't possibly be happier with it! I've had it for a week now, and I must say I am beyond impressed with this vehicle. This could be the start of something new. As of this moment, I own the Subaru, and two other Toyotas, but we'll see how that plays out in the future. 😉 Have also became a huge fan of your videos within the past year! This video just gave me a lot of confidence in my new Forester!
I got the same 2022 Forester Wilderness in the same color. I off-road it all the time in the desert and it does so well. (Within reason) Glad you love yours too!
I have had nothing but Toyota's and Honda's since 1976. Bought my first Subaru, an Ourback, in 2019. BIG MISTAKE. The car was burning oil from day 1. Dealer response? Oh be glad it is only 1 qt down. Get rotten mileage, no power, interior falling apart. NEVER AGAIN!!!! HATE THIS CAR!!!
@@johne1793 Subaru has a program for oil consumption test. No power is something you can determine from a test drive, falling apart is something I've never heard. Try another dealership, you'd be surprised at how much difference it makes. Ive owned mine for 10 years, but I service it right on time and no problems at all.
@johne1793 I've had a Ford, Volvo & Oldsmobile burn oil ..... its not something that just randomly happens, every manufacturer has/does have issues.
Thank you Alex. I just purchased a 2024 Forester Premium in early December 2023. The Subaru Forester has excellent safety features that I have never experienced before. Great SUV and I truly love driving the Forester. At age 71 best decision I've made purchasing a Subaru.
I bought my 2024 Forester Wilderness 2 weeks ago. Today I was in a Kroger parking lot and met an older couple who told me they have had Subaru's since 2014 and have owned nothing else. Right now she has a 2019 Forester and her husband has a 2020 Outback. I asked them if they ever had any issues and she said except for a recall, not one thing.
Our family have owned Subs since 1970"s NOTHING ELSE
A lot of it comes down to keeping up with the routine maintenance, which many people who complain about reliability and break down issues are the same ones who skip regular maintenance time after time and wonder why their cars are always broke down. Don't matter what brand you buy if you don't maintain it.
Wonder if they like forester or outback better, & what reasons?
@@pattyrowe4994 I’ve only driven the forester model. I was told that the outback is a little bit longer more like a station wagon in length. I’ve never had problems with a forester and I know they’re less expensive so they fit my needs perfectly.
After 10 years of owning 2 different Ford Escapes (which I was perfectly happy with), in October’23 I finally bought what had become my dream vehicle - a ‘24 Outback Wilderness. Aside from the fantastic safety record that Subaru has, a major draw for me was that Subaru helps take care of the outdoors while getting their customers into the outdoors. I’m happily a new Subaru customer for life and recommend Subaru to friends who are car shopping.
THINKING ON MY ONLY GRANDDAUGHTER MY WIFE AND ME GOT A 2023 TOURING FORESTER , WE LOVE ❤IT AND FEEL SAFER ON OUR TRIPS !!!
SAFETY FIRST 👍🏼👨👩👧
No need to yell, grandps.
I’m 21 and owning a limited trim forester 2023, and just like you said. It’s so safe that I never want other car, unless I get older and buy a Volvo. Live in Massachusetts
@@jeffforbess6802 OK !!! 😁
I live in South Australia. We just collected our MY24 Crosstrek 2.0R last week - The third we've owned (MY15 Impreza 2.Oi Premium, MY23 Forester 2.5x) - As an active family of 4 we just cannot get enough of the reliability, saftey and practicality of Subaru.
I’m on my fifth Subaru. My first was a 1981. It was the first car I bought new.
I had a new ‘83 Subaru hatchback…..great car(except rust). Most basic car EVER $3,300 new 😂😂
Me too, getting 5th tomorrow ❤
My local Subaru dealership on the Big Island of Hawaii made the shopping experience easy. And I also like the many safety features and AWD.
I bought a ‘22 WRX base model and I’m happy with my purchase. I was on the market and never thought I was going to buy a Subaru at first but I’m glad that I purchase a Subaru. Please Subaru, never lose your unique identity that makes Subaru a Subaru. Keep, the boxer engine, AWD and continue to keep the price affordable in addition, bravo Subaru to all of the charities you’re supporting. And thank you Alex for keeping us informed through your videos.
I totally agree with you.
Many folks are familiar with the excellent reputation of cars like Toyota and Honda. I learned that Subaru is the most underrated brand in America. I know. I bought a Crosstrek and I love it.
Picked up my fourth Subaru, a 2024 Outback Limited, in November after Thanksgiving. I've got about 7000 miles on it, and am preparing to put another 1500 or so on it this week. I love this car, totally and completely. Went with the Crimson Red Pearl, and she's simply drop-dead gorgeous. Already been in a few winter storms and mud and the weather and road conditions are just non-issues in this car.
These are the reasons why I am definitely buying a Subaru in the future!! They are my all time most favorite car brand ever!!!
Still enjoying my 2018 Forester Limited. No major issues, very dependable. Great company.
Thank you Alex. You're one of the many reasons who makes Subaru more known to us.
My Subie dealer, Dave Wright, in Cedar Rapids, IA, is very active in supporting needs in the community. He also built a really nice dog park close to the dealership.
Class act!
I've been driving Subaru since 1979. My first car was a front wheel drive and even front wheel was fantastic in the snow. Great cars and great innovations.
Subaru Symmetrical All Wheel Drive (with X-Mode) is focused on surefooted stability while making the your ride a safe one, both on road and off.
Eyesight was a total game changer for me, In our Forester I feel relaxed, comfortable and especially safe, compared to any other car that I've owned. It's an easy and fun way to get around in all types of weather, terrain and road conditions. I couldn't be more happy with our latest Subaru, it's a keeper.
All of these reasons are why I love Subarus so much, and will probably always own a Crosstrek--we just bought our second one, still have our 2013 Tangerine Crosstrek Premium and now a 2024 Lithium Red Crosstrek Wilderness.🧡❤
I researched all SUVs for 6 months (including looking up the crash test dummies videos 😅) before I bought my brand new 2020 Subaru Forester with only 10 miles on it. I had a whole list of what I was looking for, safety being at the top of my list, and my forester checked all the boxes. This is my first brand new car that I’ve ever bought in my whole lifetime and I do not regret my decision. When my daughter is of driving age, you can bet that she will be in a Subaru!!! Subaru for life!! The charities that they donate to is an awesome bonus! 😊❤
I was at the Subaru dealer today for "training" on the car I bought a few weeks ago (they are complicated...). Very pleasant experience, and I learned a few more things. The brain is getting mushy, though...
Hi Alex and everyone else. I have had my 2024 Crosstrek for 2 weeks and am still getting used to it. This is my 4th Suby, (all the others were Foresters). I'm loving the huge screen, sat nav, sunroof (I'm from Australia, we don't call them moonroofs), and especially the new comfortable seats!!! Your videos are very informative and I appreciate them. Cheers🇦🇺👍
Alex, you are a true asset to Bachman. Thanks for all the videos you do. Awesome!
Last year I sold my 2009 Subaru Forester to my younger sister for her first car. It had 220k on the odometer, and I had just done all the maintenance on it to keep it like new (axles, radiator, bushings, timing belt, etc.) Well, she ended up rolling it over 3 times because she wasn't paying attention and hit a rock that was sitting beside the road. If someone didn't see her do it, nobody would have believed it. The car's roof didn't even cave in, the windows and mirrors where all crushed. and the passenger tire was destroyed. It is totaled in my dad's backyard to this DAY, and it still runs. More importantly, my sister didn't get a scratch on her. That's why I love Subaru's.
In November I purchased a used 2019 Crosstrek for my wife. We both wanted something safer for her and I always liked Subaru. I made sure the Eyesight system was not on the car as it is a pain in the ass to calibrate since I am an auto glass installer and it takes us 2 hrs or more to calibrate the cameras with the new windshield, depending on the two camera system or the new three camera system.
Also it is easier to remove a windshield from a Subaru with the two camera eyesight system as you don’t have to remove the cameras and cover. The new three camera system is mounted onto the windshield.
I replaced a windshield in a 2023 Outback with the three camera system. 200 kms and 4 hrs later and a guy in Dallas to monitor and run the computer to communicate with the car and camera over the internet while I am in Nova Scotia, I was able to take the car back to the customer with a successful calibration.
Such a pain in the ass.
My wife is a safe driver and she feels safe in the Crosstrek, she’s happy and that’s all that matters.
I've only owned 2 cars since 2000. A 2000 Forester and a 2010 Forester. First got rear ended. Could hardly see any damage, it was driveable, turned out the frame was bent. Great maneuverabiity for avoiding accidents. Goes when you tell it to go, stops when you say stop. Head gasket can be a problem, but thats it.
Thanks for all the great videos, much appreciated!
I got my first Subaru last year, a 2024 OBW and I LOVE it. 5400 miles on it and a1500 mile roadtrip under its belt.
Excellent as always! Thank you Alex!
I brought my 2023 Forester on July last year. It’s longer than my old Lexus and had more safety tech. It was complicated to use. Thank you Alex for all your videos. I learned a lot from you. Now I can enjoy my driving and feel much more relaxed. I am planning for a long trip soon.
Another great video, thanks Alex! As a Subaru salesman I really appreciate your videos, I have recommended many customers to your channel for research and tutorials. Keep getting that valuable information out there brother!
Thanks for watching and I appreciate you for sharing my channel!
Had mine for 10 years...no problems. It's a highly underrated car. It's also very simple for a mechanic to service. Subaru makes the engine and transmission "in house" so there's no worries about quality control. The all wheel drive is the best to this day and they've been making it for years.
Majority of car buyers look at the price and MPG and reliability 🤷🏻♂️ who cares about safety rating
I wish you worked at my local Subaru dealership! I'm ready to buy a new Subaru and would love to be able to give you that sale.
Thanks for the informative videos!
Me 2. Bad dealers on Long Island NY.
Awesome video! I was wondering what that metal peg is on the back doors. Thanks for the great information.
great video Alex, very informative. thats why I love my 2 Foresters 👍
In the mid 1980s, when the import restrictions were on, when you went to a Toyota dealer, every salesman had the Consumer Reports Car issue on their desk. The salesman would show that Toyotas were the top rated. Usually now Subaru is #1. In the 2024 April issue, Subaru is tied for #2 with a score of 80. BMW has a score of 82. Just show that Subaru has the highest customer satisfaction year in and year out.
I think I've binge watched this channel more than I've been driving the past week, looking for tips as a new owner. There are a lot of helpful tips on your channel.
I just got an Outback Touring XT last week. It's my first ever Subaru. So far, I am in love. The drive is so comfortable.
I'm upgrading from a 2003 Dodge Dakota R/T. The technology is overwhelming right now and I have no clue of half the features.😂 I look forward to the dealer offered training.
Happy to help! I think the dealer offered training also gives you a gas card so definitely worth it even just for that!
I like so much about the 3 Wilderness vehicles. Wish they still offered a manual option. Great segment Sir.
I'm still waiting on my 2024 black forester wilderness to arrive at the dealership (kind of impatiently waiting but I know it will be soon). So many of the reasons I wanted to buy a subaru were topics you covered in the video. Another thing that sold it for me is that all comparable models of other brands cost much more to get the same type of comfort and safety features.
Did you get it for under MSRP? I'm in the market for a 2024 Premium Forester.
@@larryh1928I'm in Canada and its hard to come across an overstocked dealership with many models to choose from. In other words, if I wanted to get the car I wanted, then I had to pay full price. Maybe if I had waited until it was closer to the release date of the new 2025 models coming out, maybe I'd get a bit of savings. But I need to get a new car now since my old vehicle is barely hanging on
my 2024 crosstrek is the perfect ski vehicle 😍 always great content Alex!
Alex, TY for this great and informative video.
As a #subaruambassador there’s a lot of what you talk about that I pass on to owners and drivers of Subaru vehicles. And so often what I share with them; they say, that they had no idea of these safety features and they are genuinely impressed with what Subaru does as not just a car company.
Thanks again!
When the current Outback was tested in Europe, the mandatory Euro NCAP test, it didnt only get its five stars. It also noted the highest points for safety ever recorded for any vehicle
In Sweden Subaru has the number one position in the listing of most satisfied owners, every year since the list started, except for 2007 when it came in second
I just bought my first new Subaru Forester last month. I researched my top two car brand choices ad nauseam! I made the right choice. I love my Subaru!
Thank you immensely! I’m waiting to order a 2025 Forester as soon as it’s available.
Im 20 and I've loved Subaru since I was 5. Subaru is going to be my first car
Three months into being a first time Subaru owner and have loved the experience so far. It feels so safe, handles the PNW mountains and hills well and has me actually excited to plan a cross country road trip! My parents almost bought one themselves!
Happy to hear you've enjoyed it so far! You live in a great area to have a Subaru, they practically designed it for the PNW!
Thanks for the update Alex. It won't be long until we are heading to our local Subbie dealer, and do some negotiations for a new Imprezza.
Getting my 5th tomorrow. 2024 Touring XT Outback. Also have 19 3.6R. Trading 07 with 280K miles. Subies rock❤
I have driven more miles with loaner and rentals than 2024 Subaru Outback due to CVT transmission problem (Code P0974) and bad gasket. First time it happened was less than 500 miles and dealer said it was a fluke. The second time we were on a trip and it had less than 2100 miles. The second dealer was very concerned and fixed the problems but we were without car for 30 days. Subaru has covered all costs but now we decide trips based on Subaru dealers, not something you want to do with brand new car. This is our second Outback; but probably the last.
oh no! That's something I don't see often with Subaru. I'm sorry you're having to deal with that. Have you asked about trading it in towards another one?
Cvt pos
Subaru offered to reimburse us cost of gold warranty ONLY if we don't speak about the problem and don't sue for CVT problems.
@pbeths59 intresting. Gf had a 2014 they put 3 cvts in it. subaru just gave her 18k for the car as it only had 74k on the car.
THANK U ALEX for another FANTASTIC VIDEO 😅
I have owned my 1st new car i bought Feb 8th ....
I LOVE MY SPANKIN' BLUE 2024 SUBI FORESTER ❤
Your videos have HELPED me greatly on understanding all my new features & how U " clearly: explain them ...making the learning process NOT so overwhelming 😮
Keep making thse GREAT vids & really APPRECIATE ALL YOUR TIME ❤
So happy I could help! Congrats on your new Forester and welcome to the Subaru family! 🎉🥳
Best review on Subaru on u-tube bar none! In my opinion it’s actually has me thinking about purchasing one and I never considered buying one.
Thank you! 😊
I've driven Legacy's since 2000. They're not too big, not too small. And here in the rural midwest you don't necessarily need an off road vehicle to get around but you can have plenty of excitement on our roads. Gravel roads that are more mud than road in the spring, snow drifts, ruts, ice, you name it. Not to mention bitter cold.
I can do without eyesight, electronic e-brake and the touch screen HVAC system.
SAme here
❤ my Crosstrek. Just wish it was quieter
********** I bought a "used" 2015 Subaru Forester Limited, I'm very pleased with the Car ................ I know I shoulda bought a Subaru long ago !! :-) :-) **********
Love the car. unstoppable in Michigan winters. my wife and son also drive Subarus. JDR
After searching for a car for a year I decided on Subaru, watching hundreds of videos on RUclips about Subaru's, I can say this is by far the best channel on RUclips for that make. I pick up my 2024 Crosstrek next Friday, paid for it in cash yesterday. Thanks for your guidance, Alex!
Thank you!
I have a 2023 Outback. I have owned 5 Subaru vehicles over the years. They have all been awesome cars. My only grip is that they don't offer a pickup but rumor has it they will bring back the BRAT and or the Baja. That will be my next Subaru! If your in the Dallas Fort Worth Texas area and looking for a new or used Subaru check out Hiley Subaru they are great people they treat you like family
My wife drives a 2015 F-150 2.7 EcoBoost. we bought it new and with 122K on it we've had very few issues. IF Subaru brings back the Baja, she has already said she's ready for something smaller and wants to get one.
Interesting how price's are a lot cheaper in the States compared to the UK, my 2023 Crosstrek SE Premium which is 2.0 litre hybrid cost £34,000 in May 2023
Is it more difficult to get a Crosstrek in the UK? Maybe less supply? I'm not familiar with markets outside of the US so this is interesting to hear.
@@alexpmo NA are making a lot of Subaru's themselves now to cut out shipping costs and logistics. The rest of the world relies on Japan.
All Subaru cars seem to be expensive in the UK compared to the States, possibly higher taxes. I've had Mitsubishi cars for the last 20 years but they pulled out of Europe a few years ago therefore changed to Subaru as I live in a rural area and prefer Japanese cars for build quality and reliability, but noticed the difference in prices between USA and UK are quite a bit different, still love my Scooby coming from the same village as Colin Mcrae the ultimate Scooby driver
In Canada -- 2023 SUBARU CROSSTREK PLUG-IN HYBRID -- today priced at ($46,552 * ) CAD$ which is less expensive than the
New 2024 Non Hybrid CrossTrek Wilderness $42,968+ ( its 2.5L 182-hp SUBARU BOXER® engine, dual-function X-MODE®, and EyeSight® Driver Assist. )
Between 2007 - 2012 if a Buyer in Canada had bought a Subaru Made in USA and brought back to Canada; like our case, we have saved some Money$ but have had some limits in how Warranties played out.
But over all, we have had 1992 Legacy Model L #VIN J; and OB 2007 Made in USA they both cost so little to maintain; especially the Legacy 1992.
Cheers,
Most CrossTrek / Forester now in Canada came from Japan as Indiana Plant can't keep up with Orders from Canada.
Great information
My cousin is a Supervising Engineer at Lafayette plant. Only job he's had after graduating from Purdue so he never left Lafayette.
I am a HUGE HUGE HUGE Subaru advocate. I have been in 3 car accident where my Subs had been totaled. I was always kept safe...no airbags needed...no shattered glass...great RELIABLE cars
3 totaled cars? Maybe you should be driving a tank.
@@larryh1928 in my defense...2 of the 3 were not my fault. 1st one - Tboned when a young man failed to stop at the stop sign...3rd one - Santa's reindeer was attempting to get back to the North Pole (I was driving west and he came from the left - the South). The 2nd one was in 2021. I was driving my 2006 Subaru with over 100,000 miles on it. I was with my 87 year old mom - heading for ice cream. Sun got in my eyes. I was not paying attention. I rammed into a white Ford Pickup. Broke 5 of my mom's ribs! Otherwise we were OK. Sadly, my mom has now joined my dad in Heaven. I am sure she is looking down - laughing at me. My dad, who went to heaven in 2015 and started us Bartones on Subarus in 1970s, and he is a frugal accountant who (with my mom) raised 6 girls is proud).
Thanks!
I always wanted a Subaru and in 2016 I finally was able to get an Outback. My mother fell in love with it but she ended up getting a 2019 Forester. Unfortunately, she didn’t get to drive it but once because she passed away. My dad loves it though. Besides the safety rating, the biggest reason I bought a Subaru was due to the fact that Subaru helps so many causes and organizations. I would not drive anything else but a Subaru!
Sorry for your loss 😢 Glad you all are continuing to enjoy your Subarus
Still trying to find another outback like the one I lost out on. Right now the dealer in my area is offering somewhere between $3,800 and $4,500 off of MSRP on the outback, until the end of the month.
Hi Alex. Thanks for your videos. They have been very helpful as I am a new (2 month) Crosstek Premium owner. One thing I have noticed is that when I start driving, the engine seems labored. This seems to clear up after the driving for a while. Does Subaru recommend warming up the engine before driving?
I'm really wanting the Outback, I've been talking to people and a few are warning me of problems with their Outback. Most are mechanical however a few have electrical issues or the radio randomly turning on or changing stations.
I'm aware that any mechanical item will have ones that have defects but are you seeing a high failure rate on the newer models?
Should I opt for a couple year old version to avoid issues?
Ok. I'm a Pontiac fan. I cant find a decent Torrent here in Puerto Rico. But now i'm thinking on Subaru. I know many are in love with them!
Yeah, I agree. Subaru makes great cars and its partnership with Toyota is a real advantage, from the R&D point of view....
Hi Alex, first-time Subaru Owner here. Just want to ask if you constantly switch off the on/off start. Does it affect the engine long term? Thank you and love ❤️ ❤️ your videos!! Keep it up!!
Thanks Alex, i have just purchased in January,a new 2023 Subaru WRX, now my 5th new WRX, my first was in 2005 i like the WRX for its all wheel drive grip, excellent road holding and built in safety features, and there a wonderful drivers car. All my WRX are serviced at my local Subaru service centre,and maintained well. Keep up your helpful videos i do enjoy them, you gave me good help with my 11.6" WRX dash tablet which i have almost mastered 😉 👍 Au
$48K for a car would be crazy, unless one is buying a luxury car. A huge meltdown in the auto industry is coming. Too many people are tapped-out for currency to buy anything these days. A hit the wall moment is coming. Repos are way -way up. In regard to Subaru safety, yes indeed, based on the data at Death Rates on Cars, and Insurance Payments data, they are pretty safe, with the Outback being top of the list. My concerns are: 1) recurring cracked windshields 2) oil consumption 3) direct injection carbon build-up 4) battery drain issues. With the latest cars on the market, when people have issues with excessive oil consumption, they claim it is normal and thus you are stuck. It seems as though the huge monitor on the dash controls the whole operation in the car -- what is the cost to replace those? I wish EyeSight, which has also had issues, was an option. Every replaced windshield means a trip to the dealership to recalibrate that EyeSight -- what a pain that would be -- and what a cost. The new Forester looks great! Will they be taking $4K off the '24 models now? My concerns about these cars still give me pause. And why did RUclips place lines through my text???
Try $60k for an Outback Wildnerness. Australia tax 🙁.
I worked with a guy who was an engineer on the ANCAP vehicle crash testing program in Australia. He said that Subaru was the only company that sent engineers from the factory(Japan) to witness the Oz crash results. Subaru fully knew what the results would be as they had already carried out identical tests at the factory. So safety was and is number one with this company. The engineer owned a Subaru. This was about 2005 when I worked in road safety. I can recall visiting a Ford dealership and asking about ANCAP ratings for their vehicles. The salesman didn't know what I was talking about. LOL.
Our family is on our 5th Subaru (‘23 Outback Wilderness). The way they feel on the road in ANY weather condition is next level. My daughter and granddaughter were rear ended by a dump truck and the car (2016 Impreza 5-door) was totaled. They were both ok, just a little sore. My daughter insisted on another Subaru for her replacement vehicle. She’s now the proud owner of an ultra low mileage 2015 Outback Limited. We have no desire to buy another brand of automobile. Subaru for life!
Just traded in my 2013 Crosstrek with 170,000 miles because it was end of life. The cost to repair it would be several times more than it was worth. The engine was dying because Subaru used glue instead of gaskets to hold the engine together. They did fix the CVT though on warranty. The Crosstrek averaged 21 MPG and and oil was just disappearing every 1,500 miles. The radio speakers rattled and the driver seat literally wore out. The road noise was getting pretty bad also. Otherwise, it was a good SUV for the first 150,000 miles but that's about it. I replaced it with a Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid with all wheel drive and actually get 42 MPG and is substantially faster than the Crosstrek.
Thats why I love SUBARU ❤
Hey Alex, I’m just starting to consider a Subaru but am wondering how to decide between a forester or an outback. I like them both but would like to know if there’s any advantages one has over another. Thanks for your help, your videos are great
Hey have just gotten a Subaru Outback, the 2.5 model not the 2.4 Turbo. One of the buying points is of the safety features. Coming from a 2000 model Toyota RAV 4, safety features was of importance to me as I am starting to need to transport my elderly parents to places( the ground clearance also helps them) I also wanted to be able to cart my bicycle around without the need of some sort of rack, to get to cycling events. So the outback is perfect. I admit it is a learning experience and curve , going from basically analogue, mechanical linkages to what is drive by wire. I also think personally the 2.5 non Turbo has enough grunt/ power.
Triple A: Absolutely Agree Alex😎👍🏾
I love the way Subaru implemented its adaptive cruise control. I drove a Camry for a while and hated its implementation.
Other than the reasons stated in the video, I bought the Ascent Limited for the better ride for my back. I found that Ascents are the best rides as for SUVs.
On my 8th outback😊 xt, my 6th and 7th h-6. crossed shopped Audi q7, GLS, MDX, grand Cherokee 4 runner and xc90😊. My neighbor a cfo of a big company and infinite driver now on 3rd has an identical white xt touring… after 10 yrs living next to us😊
I just got my 2016 cross trek back after getting my viscous coupler replaced. I’ve only had the car for 3 months but my local dealer tried to tell me I needed a new transmission. I feel like the service department and the tech that inspected my car were lazy and tried to take advantage of me.
I went to a Subaru dealer to potentially trade in my 2015 Crosstrek for a newer model and the sales team tried to tell me my engine had major problems.
How do I know they were lying? Their own service department told me my car was fine. Some dealers are so beyond shitty, I hope your car is all good and you never need take it back there.
I have my 2nd Outback. The dealer has been great - fixed two, out of warranty (leaking right rear shock, and the Plastic like panel on the drivers seat simply split. Thanks for that. But a really BAD system is the StarLink does NOT turn off when the car is not running. This drains the battery, and I have had to put three new batteries on my 2019 Subaru Outback. The only thing Subaru could do was nothing. I finally told them to make the StarLink inoperative (unfortunally, that turned off the speakers on the top of the dash, near the windshield, AND no longer could use hands free bluetooth cell phone. I have seen several "fixes" that are on RUclips, but Subaru seems to just ignore this problem. The dealer also blamed this on me, saying that the back hatch was not fully latched. Later I learned that the module for the back hatch was to blame (again only learned that from RUclips). When the latch supposedly doesn't latch, the worthless little light bulb in the roof back there would not turn off. I removed the light bulb . This is a terrible problem. You go on a trip, leaving the car in the huge, dark parking lot at the Air Terminal for a week or so, you come back to a DEAD BATTERY. Hopefully they have fixed this problem. If you are hand you can fix this yourself. But not Subaru. NOT GOOD.
From France: from 2015 to 2019, I had the pleasure of driving a Subaru Forester 2.0D (disel) with the Lineartronic gearbox. 72000 km without any problem. An engaging, comfortable vehicle, with high habitability and brightness.
I was very satisfied with it. So why did you sell it? Simply because Subaru having stopped (a big mistake, here in Europe:) producing the 2.0D, their cars, particularly in France, are subject to a very high penalty (plus thousands of €!!) which means that no one anymore doesn't buy them and their sales are now almost zero. Subaru is therefore disappearing in France, selling only a few units, and that's a shame.
Subaru owners do not understand this hasty decision by Subaru to remove this Diesel engine, which can be compared to pure and simple commercial suicide.
Thanks for the great video. Very glad I bought my first Subaru. 2024 CrossTrek Wilderness. Very happy.
I really like the vehicle other than that, it is not like a wheel out of balance vibration, just a harshness in the drivetrain. I really like the 25 Forester design.
We like our forester except the having to go through a "pre-flight" checklist routine of disabling all the "driving aids". Is it true that if you cover up the stereo cameras that this "eye-site" system automatically dis-ables?
Since 1993 our family has had 17 Subarus. My wife has had 7....my son 3 and 7 for myself.
How long has each lasted you?
Hi Alex, great insightful videos. How does one get an English version of the Subaru user manual in Uganda East Africa?
EyeSight is not available if you want a manual transmission. And, of course, I prefer the stick to the schlock.
I bought a new Subaru Impreza 2023 because of its safety record. My only issue was no standard maintenance under warranty is included. Not an oil change, tire rotation, nothing. They will wash it for free but that is the only free item you get during the warranty part of ownership. Donating to good causes is admiral, but no free perks is a downer. I didnt even get one "free perk" added in to the price of my Vehicle. I bought my up grade trim without a single perk. I bought winterize floor matts, door trims and mud flaps. I was so set on a Subaru that I didn't take into count that they offer nothing as a free incentive. They slso forgot my door guards and didnt tell me about the error. With no invoice i couldn't tell., what I actually paid for my "extras". I hope and pray my Subaru lasts as long as my last car which was 25 years and 57, 000 miles. Wish me luck! ☘️
Sorry to hear about your experience! Subaru's have among one of the best prices on new cars and they do a great job at not over-inflating the prices. Especially over the last few years like we have seen many other brands do. "Free" perks always come at a cost. brands and dealers that offer these free perks often times come in the form of higher dealer fees so you end up paying for them without even realizing. As an example, a local competing dealer to ours offers 2 years of oil changes. Sounds like a lot but in reality it's about $400 dollars in value. Their dealer fee is also 400 more than ours so they make up for it on the back-end. 2 years of oil changes sounds great at a glance. I'd much prefer a lower purchase price with the freedom and flexibility to pay for the extras like the maintenance plans vs having it forced upon me. As a side note, I work for a dealership that provides the first oil change/tire rotation for free. Regardless of this, I'm sure you'll enjoy many years out of your Impreza!
Fantastic video! Only thing I can find fault with was resale value. I wonder if this is area specific. Where I am at, resale value seems to be (worst to best). Hyundai/Kia, Mazda/Subaru, Honda/Toyota (these 2 a lot higher). Mazda and Subaru were just slightly above Hyundai and Kia. My last Toyota was terrible so not sure I can buy again, and the Honda is overpriced, so looking at the Forester and Outback right now.
I was in a bad Subaru on Subaru crash in November and I am positive that being Subarus saved both our lives. This crash would have been fatal if the cars didn’t crumple the right way the way they’re built.
Purchased a 24 Crosstrek my insurance dropped $600 a year. I'm very pleased with Subaru 👍
I have a question regarding the all terrain tires on the Wilderness models. Will they substitute for winter tires? It would be nice to not have to change my tires twice a year.