Overview & Reviews
Two new models, the H6-3.0 L.L.Bean Edition and the H6-3.0 VDC, both featuring a more-powerful 3.0-liter engine, join the happy Outback family.
- The security of all-wheel drive, comfortable on pavement, capable on dirt, well-appointed interior.
- Questionable exterior styling, still not an SUV in terms of pure off-road capability.
User Reviews:
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Exceeds Expectations! - 2001 Subaru Outback
By ladywclass - December 7 - 10:00 amI have owned a number of new cars including several Suburbans. With kids grown and a move to snow country, I bought the OB new and have found it to be the best car I have owned in my life. Any other cars had to be taken back to the dealer within about 2 weeks with a long list of fixes. (Maybe they lowered my expectations for this car ... lol) I looked for several months before buying, and had intended to purchase a small SUV. The OB gave me the best of two worlds - the AWD and the hauling capacity of a small SUV with the comfort and better ride of a nice car.
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Excellent all-around car - 2001 Subaru Outback
By surfinbird - November 17 - 12:46 pmWonderful car. The boxer 4 has a unique sound and feel. Its a bit thirsty - the best mileage Ive gotten is 28 mpg. Build quality is first rate. Suspension is soft enough for comfortable distance driving but firm enough for the twisties. Seats are very comfortable. After all these years that car still cleans up and looks like new. The all wheel drive is very comforting on long trips in poor weather. This is a car that car be driven long distances in great comfort, Ive covered 800 miles per day on many occasions.
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Outback - 2001 Subaru Outback
By stevelew - July 19 - 2:00 amExcellent car. Great dealer. No problems so far. 30000 mile service was as expected $500.
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Was a great deer hunter - 2001 Subaru Outback
By Kirk - April 14 - 10:50 pmWe got the outback limited with 115000 miles on it. The only items I replaced were the wires and an alternator which was very simple to replace. The one thing that drove me nuts was the seat heater buttons. I was always turning them on, bad placement. I lost the car when a deer ran in front of me. I was going 75 mph and the car stayed straight as an arrow. The car was totaled by the insurance co. My wife and I did not get even a scratch. So we bought another 2001 outback with 68k on it. I hope to get 250000 k on this one. I still have to put up with that seat heater button.
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Head Gaskets Replaced - 100% Warranty - 2001 Subaru Outback
By suesailor - February 4 - 6:16 amMy 01 Legacy Outback Sedan was just diagnosed with leaking head gaskets when I had the oil changed. The car has 87k miles and is almost 9 yrs old. So I took it to my Subaru dealer in San Rafael, CA. They confirmed the head gasket problem, called Subaru headquarters, who agreed to a 100% parts and labor to install new head gaskets!! While they had the engine out they installed a timing belt ($84) and 2 drive belts ($35). I am ecstatic that they would warranty my 9-year old Subaru. Way to go! And it only took 3-1/2 days to fix.
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My Outback - 2001 Subaru Outback
By Myrddin - January 27 - 10:00 amAlthough this car was chosen by my wife, I can say I really enjoy driving it.. It really shines when the road is slick.. Two winters have proven its the car to have when the going gets slippery.. Mileage on long trips is has been in the 27MPG range when crusing at highway speeds.. The only drawbacks have been the placement of some controls, especially the seat heat switchs.. They are frequently turned on when you set some down between the seats.. All in all when it comes time to replace this vehicle we will get another Suberu...
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2001 Outback - 2001 Subaru Outback
By Doug - January 20 - 1:13 amThe Outback was our first "new" car, and we can certainly afford anything. This car has been completely troublefree, aside from the cupholder in the back seat that my kids stepped on (and broke). There is a lingering concern regarding head gaskets with the 2.5 engine. We have had no trouble at all. I do not know what incidence exists for these engines. We have a Subaru fanatic nearby who will change both sides for about $1500. Would I buy again? You bet - in fact, were shopping right now for a Forester for her, so that I can start driving the 01 Outback - my 91 Loyale has 209k on it, and running fine but a bit of an embarrassment in this neighborhood.
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LL Ban: Amazing Grace - 2001 Subaru Outback
By Dogman7 - May 30 - 10:00 amIn myfifth moth of ownership, with a 60- mile daily commute. I am 1005pleased with the car. I traded and Explorer Eddie Bauer and my wife has a Saab 9-5 wagon. This car is better than either. The Explorer felt agricultural by comparison, and while the Saab is comparable, its not worth the extra 10 grand. (Proof: We take the Subie on road trips.) This car is comfortable, good-handling, quiet, and sturdy.
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weak brakes - 2001 Subaru Outback
By t.ed - May 19 - 10:00 amJust past the 1 year mark with my vdc. overall it is fun. the engine is great- very strong and quick. handling is also great especially in bad weather. stereo sounds great although the cd player skipped and was replaced. the only downside is the brakes. backing up and applying the brakes sounds like they are falling off. a shim kit has helped alittle. the rotors needed to be ground down because they were uneven. generally they are mushy and do not instill confidence.
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My Big Red - 2001 Subaru Outback
By Bluesky821 - April 13 - 2:00 amLove this car. Only faults were two recalls and brakes had to be done before their time but half cost was covered by the warranty.
