Overview & Reviews

The 2013 Subaru Outback features a restyled front end, a more efficient four-cylinder engine, an updated continuously variable transmission (CVT) and revised suspension tuning. New features include keyless ignition/entry and newly available adaptive cruise control with a collision avoidance system.

• Generous cargo volume
• Clever roof rails
• Spacious interior
• Comfortable ride
• Excellent visibility
• Confident off-road ability.

• Weak base stereo
• Lacks agility
• Fussy controls on upper trims.

User Reviews:

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  Almost perfect - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By benthedog - September 29 - 7:48 pm

  Got a 2013 3.6 with the special appearance package. Car is a joy to drive with plenty of pwr and torque combined with the paddle shifters. This is my first Subaru and I am impressed with the fit and finish. The interior space is more than adequate for my wife and me. The car is easy to get into and out of. The car seems incredibly solid.

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  Great for western mountains driving - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By combattracker5 - August 13 - 2:44 pm

  We had a 2012 with 13000 miles and loved it but wanted leather and a better stereo so got the 2013. Several friends have new and old Subarus and they seem to have exceptionally good build quality and long-term endurance. The newer/bigger/taller models (2011-2013) are very quiet, roomy and comfy. I liked the looks of the 2012 front end better as it was dressier, but the 2013 is more sporty looking. This wagon is surefooted on Pacific Mountain highways where we drive. The suspension/steering "fix" made the 2013 handle more like a SUV. The 2012 had a feeling more like an Avalon on the road.

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  2013 subaru outback - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By tiger59 - June 25 - 11:43 pm

  never owned a subaru outback....so far...excellent! will get alot of funtionat of this wagon....big family trips!

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  10,000 Mile Review - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By bostonbulldog - April 22 - 7:17 pm

  We recently passed 10,000 miles on our 2.5 Outback Limited. Ill state right up front that so far we love this car. We have not had any realibility concerns and it has performed very well. The new engine and 2nd gen CVT work well together, and we find the drivetrain to be very responsive. We have been averaging 26/27 mpgs in mixed driving. Driveability and traction in bad weather has been great! On the downside, the mpgs have gone down since winter has arrived, although we have been using the remote start a lot. The premium radio is good but not on par with offerings from other mfrs, and the SAT radio seems to cut out a lot. Overall though it is proving out to be a good purchase.

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  Impressive Machine - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By jetpilot767 - April 3 - 8:26 pm

  I bought a 2013 Outback 3.6 Limited last month. Since then I have traveled from Georgia to New Hampshire to Michigan and Illinois visiting family and friends. All told, I put 3400 miles on the car very quickly. I had been looking at the Outback for several years since my 2002 BMW X-5 was getting a bit long of tooth. I am glad I did because just about all the complaints from other reviewers of the 2010- 2012 models have been resolved. The more I drive this car, the more I enjoy it. And it will go places that other crossovers only dream about.

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  SAP - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By gsctht - March 16 - 10:15 pm

  Traded in our 10 Legacy that we loved for the ground clearance of the Outback, ordered June of 12 and received in July so a year now and have loved everything about it. Ride was sportier in the Legacy and it probably isnt of Audi or BMW quality..(Maybe better) We have taken several long trips very comfortably and on the Hwy can easily get the 30mpg promised avg hand calc over the last year is shy of 26 and we do in town driving. 2.5i strong enough for anyone unless you just love having the 6 cyl, live @ 4000ft and go down the hill all the time. Works great in the snow. Nav is good not great, large back up camera. Recommend to anyone, Great Value.

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  Realy Nice Car - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By kkeppel - January 26 - 11:49 am

  I have driven full size American 4x4 pick-ups for the last 25 years. Divorce and gas prices caused me to down size. I love this car, it gets great gas mileage and can still get me to my hunting cabin in Maine. I must say that 30 MPG is not quite accurate. I am averaging 25.5 with mixed driving. I can get 28 on highway at 70 mph. The car is comfortable, nice riding and capable. I would buy another Subaru without question and I recommend one to anyone who needs a fun car thats good in snow and a little off roading.

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  After a month... - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By waskallywabbit - October 17 - 6:22 pm

  Like several others...Im a little disappointed in the mileage. My new Outback gets about 26 on my daily 27 mile (each way) commute. While that matches the "overall" mileage rating...I was hoping for better. My last vehicle, a Jeep Patriot, actually got its rated 27 mpg on that same commute. But the Outback is certainly more comfortable to drive. The steering takes a little getting used to...but only because its very tight and responsive. Before buying, I test drove everything in its class and its only real competition was the Forrester.

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  5K miles so far - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By cdaoust - October 14 - 1:22 am

  Issues Mileage! Dont know how they got a 27/30 EPA rating but I give it 24/27 - upsetting. I read they toyed with tranny to get more oomph on 2013 perhaps resulting in mileage loss. Engine same but EPA would have to retest right? Yes am lead foot but have noticed that even in slower traffic I only get a little over 27 at best. Tranny noisy! listen while test drive - if it doesnt bother you then it wont later. Worst when engine cold. Steering bit odd coming from mazda 6 - I wandered all over lane at first (you can find many reports on net of this) but now its OK/better. Pros Suspension/drive very good on road, AWD, Comfortable/Spacious interior, Bluetooth, Roof rack

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  Mechanical Masterpiece - 2013 Subaru Outback
  By phomat - May 13 - 12:16 pm

  Swapped my 1991 Acura NSX for this--wife wanted an SUV and I wanted a junk hauler. Have always admired Subaru for being unique, but poor gas mileage in the past kept me out of them. Theyve apparently solved the issue recently. Were getting better than EPA estimates, which is quite good for this size vehicle. The Outback has grown a lot since being a station wagon Legacy. Its now a full-fledged SUV, although, unlike most SUVs, it is sporty and utilitarian. Handles much better than expected (despite reviews Ive read). Corners flat unless driven excessively hard. CVT is really quite good providing you adapt your driving to the way it works.