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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  spice - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By merle - April 9 - 2:43 pm

  I love my Outback. Its one of two we have; the other, a 97, is also in excellent shape and reliable. I feel very safe and secure when driving or a passenger in either Outback. Especially after a long winter!

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  Couldnt Be Happier - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By wyattearp - February 19 - 2:46 am

  With just over 9,000 miles on the car I couldnt be happier. Fit and finish is on par with any car that I have seen. Subaru is know for its reliability and loyal customer following and I can honestly say that I am a believer. The car looks great and has all of the interior comforts that you would expect. Highway driving is sure footed with AWD and the interior is pleasantly quiet. The leather seats are plush but also durable enough to take outdoor activities without worries. Interior space is great especially in cargo area and front seats. Commuting mileage averages 27.5mpg in 60% hwy 40% city driving. Recent 700 mile road trip averaged 31 mpg.

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  smooth yet tough - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By crusin texas - January 27 - 7:00 am

  A perfect vehicle for almost any occasion. Rush hour, around town, highway or back country roads. It handles superbly and responsive. If folks are aware of the notoriously short Texas Highway on-ramps then youd appreciate this cars power. Can go from a mere coasting at 20 mph to 70 in no time. Able to move down and around country roads without fishtailing all over the road. Around town, the maneuverability and quickness is great. Only had one problem -- stereo and climate control unit failure. But the dealer serviced the car quickly and provided a loaner until car was fixed.

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  Fast and Safe - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By Zipperhead - January 26 - 4:13 am

  This vehicle out preforms most cars on the road today. It is one one of the safest cars on the road and even comes with AWD. The interior and design is much like that you find in more exspensive cars from Lexus and Infiniti. You can not beat this car for the price.

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  Reliability - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By Earl Evans - December 23 - 4:30 am

  This is our 10th Subaru, all were reliable, great in snow, dealer is fantastic.

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  Best automobile - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By krinara - November 1 - 11:23 pm

  Subaru is "confidence in motion". I have owned many different brands, but the Subarus in that line up were the ones, that were the best bet for the money. The Outback 3.0 is the most reliable of the lot and I can say that I will always have a Subaru parked in my garage!

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  GREAT SEDAN - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By dfw outback - September 2 - 2:53 pm

  this car does it all. I love to drive it when my wife finally allows me to have the keys... we have two children and have taken some family trips with plenty of room for everyone. great car.

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  The Outback LL Bean Rocks - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By Newly_Loyal - September 1 - 9:30 am

  This is my second Outback. My first a 2001 was fun to drive - handled well and made me a Subaru Believer. Alas, the flat four was not powerful enough when I needed it. Now the 2005 LL Bean is a different story. The 6 cylinder at an improved 250 horses is just what the doctor ordered. It is slow off the line, but once moving, look out. I am not into a lot of auto froo froo. The leather seats are more of a nuisance than fabric. It is a shame that the Suby execs in their (in) finite wisdom insist that the "good" engine only gets installed in the uberdeluxe models! Some of us need the real utility of a workin wagon!

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  review - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By getty45 - July 10 - 10:00 am

  Great Amazing Car! Couldnt be happier. Great handling and power.

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  The best yet - 2005 Subaru Outback
  By busycee - July 4 - 10:00 am

  This is the 5th Subaru Wagon I have had since 1987 and it is definitely the best. It has great acceleration!