Overview & Reviews
An all-new and vastly improved Outback is introduced in sedan and wagon body styles. Highlights include a new turbocharged engine, a stronger H6 motor, a stylish new interior and increased ground clearance for more serious off-highway adventures.
- Standard all-wheel drive, generous standard equipment list, exemplary build and materials quality, strong power from turbo and H6 engines, balanced ride and handling dynamics, capable performance off-road.
- Desirable features reserved for top-line models, smaller backseat than most competitors.
User Reviews:
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reminds me of my Audi - 2005 Subaru Outback
By wienerfingers - December 17 - 12:13 pmFour days now with new OBXT LTD (silver). Lovely car. No chance to push it yet - supposed to wait til after 1,000 miles. Very comfortable, very stable. Tank-like even (this is a good thing on ice and snow). Excellent interior - simple and functional - and a very nice looking vehicle as well. I looked at everything in the <$35k range, and this was an easy pick. VDC might have been nice - I did demo the 6cyl. model - but it is not an option with the turbo.....and I did have to have the turbo. The 6 cyl. is a slug in comparison. No available MP3 on the XT either. But I suppose if Subaru had made both VDC and MP3 optional on the turbo, no-one would bother with the 6.
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My First Subaru - 2005 Subaru Outback
By Norman - November 17 - 1:16 am8 months ago, I researched & test drove all the new SUVs listing around $20,000 for my girlfriend. We finally settled on a Forester (2002). It was love at first site for her, and we both still love that car. When it came time for me to trade in my 4WD pickup, I looked at all the 2005s again, but this time I fell in love with the updated Outback. I test drove four different models, and didnt care much for the turbo-charged 2.5i engine (trans shift was funny). I ended up with a 2005 3.0 R LL Bean addition. Black monotone exterior with taupe leather inside. It looks way more classy than a Subaru is supposed to. Could have bought ANYTHING & NEVER considered Subaru before, now I really LOVE IT!
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from a newly made subaru fan - 2005 Subaru Outback
By BZS - August 6 - 10:00 amThis is a spectacular vehicle. This is the cheapest new car I ever bought: it is the most satisfying I ever had. It does everything so well: you wouldnt anticipate that from "a subaru". My previous "performance" cars were an Audi A6, then a Cadillac CTS (So, I know how owning a new car makes you feel and have high standard for comparison). This car is more responsive, just as comfortable, and arguably safer, more reliable and much cheaper than those. Actually, it even looks nice (well, maybe not as nice as the Audi) It may not have the aura of the luxury cars, but its down-to-earth design and "ready for everything" personality makes you feel GOOD every day
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Subaru Outback Ltd by NoNickYet - 2005 Subaru Outback
By nonickyet - July 19 - 4:56 pmI love the Transmission. The ability to go from automatic to electronic shift is great. The standard 4 cyl engine is powerfull enough to get you in and out of tight traffic situations. It rides and handels well. My only complaint would be the cabin area is a little tight.
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I love this car!!! - 2005 Subaru Outback
By Jill - July 12 - 6:06 amI was in the market for a wagon with AWD that was safe and fun to drive. After extensive research, I realized the Subaru Outback was the only way to go. I drove the Limited XT and there was no turning back. The car is a dream to drive and excellent in the snow. Bottom line- I love the car.
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Stylish & practical value wagon - 2005 Subaru Outback
By nigel1000 - June 30 - 10:00 amExterior - improved over the 04 model, with the silver/grey and gold/grey combinations particularly attractive. More conservative than the Mazda 6 but more interesting than the equivalent Audi & VW wagons Interior - one of the most attractive available for less than 25K, with very nice materials and workmanship, and an elegant and simple dash; std 8-way heated power seat Performance - very stable and quiet on the freeway, even at speed over poor surfaces; nice & precise cornering with very little lean or bounce; base engine power adequate, which SprotShift auto improves somewhat Saftey - outstanding, with good manoueverability, excellent visibility and
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This is a Subaru??? - 2005 Subaru Outback
By NateThomas - May 13 - 10:00 amTwo years ago I almost bought a WRX. Last year I almost bought a Forester XT. I am glad I waited for the Outback XT. This car is so superior to the 99 Outback I had before. Looking at the interior I would think it was a German car. The performance is unreal and the reliability is excellent. The tires are a weak point and they will be replaced with Falken 512s soon. For the price, this is the best car available. I love that added ground clearance. It will definately come in handy during New England winters and during camping trips in the White Mountains.
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Snow Buggy - 2005 Subaru Outback
By some12talk2 - May 13 - 10:00 amThis is my 1st subie and with the inside out changes for this year gave me enough reason to buy one. After driving the car for a month now, I find this to be the ideal car for the day tripper or weekend warrior. Very fun to drive and pass SUVs, especially on windy roads. Its not affect by high winds and has little body roll on sharp turns. Very nimble handling, feels like youre driving a small car. The turbo lag is minimal even at high altitudes. The ground clearance allowed me to take it on the backroads. Cant wait for the snow season to test it out. Has a very stylish interior/exterior. Suites me perfectly!!!
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6 Months of Love. - 2005 Subaru Outback
By Luv our RU - April 24 - 8:06 amMy wife and I bought this car back in November of 04. She traded her Saturn, which was great car for us. You always have buyers remorse on a major purchase. We did not have that here! We have had our car for 6 months now and absolutely love the overall quality, ride, and comfort of our Subaru. I would totally recommend this car to anyone looking for a wagon. We looked at CR-V and Passat (wagon & sedan). We made the absolute right decision.
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family wagon from hades - 2005 Subaru Outback
By mick maccionagh - April 23 - 4:36 pmWow. One review I read while I was researching vehicles and trying to decide which to buy in the spring of 05 referred to the 05 XT LTD as the family wagon from Hades in regards to its absolute rocket-like reaction to full gas petal depression. Now I know what he meant. The car is very comfortable, nicely packaged, bolted down very well, nice touch here, classy touch there, safe as can be, reliable etc. But, what its really about is what happens after the turbo spools up. I really believe, as Ive read elsewhere on more than one occasion, that the 250 advertised hp is conservative, at the least. Its a great car and fun as all get out to drive. Buy one. Tomorrow.
