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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  Its fun to drive again! - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By sierra - August 6 - 12:00 pm

  This car reminded me a car should be fun to drive! If you want to see what this car is about, include a drive on a windy country road.

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  Just LOVE it!!!!!! - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By lolasmom - July 15 - 10:00 am

  Today is the third day we have owned our Outback. This car is just a blast! Its quick and handles like a sports cars, but the interior is total luxury, and its roomy enough for dogs, kids and grocery bags. We have done it all in this car: around town, highway and off road driving. We went off road on jeep trails, this baby climbed over rocks and tree roots without a problem!! The Outback is just perfect, its everything I have ever wanted all rolled into one!!!

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  Great Ride - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By Jack - June 28 - 12:43 am

  The car handles like a dream. Like ALL other automatics they will shift at a point that is right on the cusp of the power between gears, particularly when not broken in yet. Fortunately this car comes with a manual/auto option on ALL models so shifting is a breeze and you have full control always. The gears immediately shift when commanded to do so. Also to other reviewers that think this car has "turbo lag" guess what its not a turbo. Its a naturally aspirated horizontally opposed 6 with fuel injection. Again wait for a few oil changes, Subes performance improves immensely as you pass the 30 K mark -- with power and smoothness. A very tight car new.

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  What a Cool Car! - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By pc2mac - June 7 - 12:46 pm

  Just drove got a XT last night. I was looking for something that can carry a lot of stuff, had AWD, and had decent power. What I got is something that feels like a luxury car with a ton of power and it is practical too. The fit and finish rivals my wifes Infiniti G35 sports coupe. It drives really nice and I cant believe how quiet it is for a 4 cylinder turbo. Got a great deal on one of the last 2005s they had. Looking forward to driving up to the Sierras in a couple of weeks up Highway 395 and hitting the dirt roads around the Owens!

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  05 Outback XT - Standard - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By rfisher - March 19 - 7:50 am

  I had a 2004 WRX which was too small for family of 5 with 4 dogs. Needed more space. Got great price at end of year for 05 with rebates and upgraded to Outback XT. I love the extra room and features of this car. It is built much better than the WRX.

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  Quality Cars - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By Jody - February 6 - 11:30 pm

  This is an amazing car. I have driven BMWs, Land Rovers, and some other top line vehicles. Standard features of the Subaru are options on cars like BMWs taking the sticker price well into the high 30s and 40s. The Subaru is an amazing quality car, with unique features. In addition, it is put together in America. I am hooked!

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  Best car to own for my type of needs - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By hsusieb - January 24 - 10:00 am

  Since I bought this car I have used it for highway,offroad, mountian, and city driving. The cars performance and comfort is second to none.

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  OUTBACK RULES!!! - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By maegokid - January 20 - 10:00 am

  OVERWHEMINGLY PLEASED WITH THE CARS HANDLING & INTERIOR AMENITIES. AFTER CAR SHOPPING FOR A WHILE EARLIER THIS YEAR FOR A NEW CAR, I HAD NEVER THOUGHT ABOUT GETTING A SUBARU UNTIL I TEST DROVE THE 2005 OUTBACK & FELL HEAD OVER HEALS FOR ITS DESIGN (IN/OUT) & EXTRAORDINARY DRIVING CAPABILITIES ON PAVEMENT OR OUT. IT FEELS GREAT TO OWN A WELL BUILT, STURDY, GOOD LOOKING CAR THAT ALMOST NOBODY DRIVES, FEELS LIKE YOU KNOW SOMETHING THEY DONT. I HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO COMPLIANTS; ITS A PLEASURE TO DRIVE ESPECIALLY WITH THE WINDOWS DOWN, HUGE MOONROOF OPEN & THE MUSIC WAY WAY UP.

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  Hold on to your hat. - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By eteh - August 22 - 4:46 pm

  I have had this car for about 1 week now and I cant say enough about how much I LOVE to drive this car. I commute about 60 miles every 2-3 days for work and this car has made every minute an absolute joy. Its quick, very quick (I hope I dont get a ticket) and handles like butter--very responsive. I had no problems making a u-turn in a fairly narrow street. We cant wait to start using it for all our outdoor activities. The trunk space is great for all our gear. The only problem is that the sub-woofer rattles the interior plastics at moderate volumes.

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  big bang for the buck - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By jack C. - August 8 - 11:06 am

  My new Outback Ltd. is extremely comfortable, with outstanding fit and finish. I chose the non turbo version although I was tempted by the power of the turbo; however with the mileage I put on a car I can save about $750 per year with the non turbo. Car is very versatile; will handle people, dogs and equipment and living in Florida it gives me a feeling of security knowing I have all wheel drive for those torrential downpours. This is my fifth Subie, but first Outback and this one is the best!