Overview & Reviews
Trim levels are revised on the 2007 Subaru Outback wagon. Subaru has added an entry-level 2.5i Basic wagon, and midway through '07, there will be a couple new L.L. Bean models that bundle a navigation system with the base 2.5-liter engine. Further, all Outbacks get MP3/WMA-capable CD stereos and an MP3 player input jack; Limited and L.L. Bean models have SRS WOW technology, which is said to improve the sound quality of compressed-format music. XM Satellite Radio is a new option. Other standard-equipment additions include a tire-pressure monitor (except on the Basic wagon); a new flywheel design to smooth out shifts on manual-transmission models; and on XT Limited models only, the driver-controlled SI-Drive engine program. Horsepower ratings for the turbocharged 2.5-liter and H6 engines have decreased slightly due to new SAE certification standards.
- Balanced ride and handling dynamics, strong power from turbo and H6 engines, exemplary build and materials quality, capable performer in snowy or light off-roading conditions.
- Snug backseat for a midsize car, automatic transmissions sap performance, stability control available only on high-line trim levels.
User Reviews:
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A Go anywhere, do everything vehicle - 2007 Subaru Outback
By TheSubaruNut - October 6 - 2:53 pmThis is our 4th Subaru since 1990. This one is the best so far. Style, fit and finish are superb. The stereo with XM radio is outstanding. Wonderful sound system. Handling is great and I love the 3 position switch controlling turbo performance. In the conservative Intelligent mode we get 24+ MPG and the engine has yet to be broken in. Change the switch setting to super high performance and expect to get a real thrill (but plan to pay for it in MPGs). Turning radius is very short and without a doubt the ride beats any Mercedes or Lexus Ive ever ridden in. Heated seats respond quickly and will roast your back side when set to high. We have the nav system, but yet to test it.
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Great car but cheap interior - 2007 Subaru Outback
By Brian - September 24 - 4:06 amOverall the car is great. I have the 3.0 L.L.Bean edition and its very luxurious. It has plenty of power and the fuel economy is ok I get about 15 mpg in the city but I could get 21 mpg city if i drive like a granny. The sound system is pretty good. I love the XM radio and the panoramic sunroof. The main thing I dont like about it is the quality of the interior materials. The leather feels very cheap and is not very soft. The leather around the parking brake is all cracked. The plastic around the AC controls is all scratched just from fingernails turning the dials. The factory Nav is useless! It gives you wrong directions and it always tells you to turn if there is just a curve in the road.
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Pretty happy, would change a few things - 2007 Subaru Outback
By petergibons - May 3 - 4:56 pmI really like the reliability and, ride, and performance of the car. That beings said here are a few things I would change, but I still like the car. Though I wont be getting another Subaru after the lease is up. The nearest dealership is 45 minutes away. And thats too far.
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Good value, nothing fancy - 2007 Subaru Outback
By js - April 25 - 9:00 pmWe bought the 07 Outback Basic from my parents when we had our second child. Its been reliable and rugged, and the high ground clearance has been great for the frequently-flooded streets of Houston. Its a boring car, but cant be beat for the price!
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Rock Solid car with only few minor glitches - 2007 Subaru Outback
By Thomas Leahy - April 13 - 3:14 amIve owned the 2.5 XT Limited 5 speed manual for 10 yrs ( bought it new ), currently has just over 130k miles. During that time Ive driven it HARD, towed 1 ton of hay behind it for about 10 miles ( no kidding I really have towed a trailer with about 1 ton of hay on board. Yes, it was overloading the car a bit, but it handled it fine, keeping the speed down of course ). I take it on gravel roads on camping trips regularly. Its very solid on wet roads in driving rain in the Pacific Northwest. Its solid in snow too, although I had not the best snow tires on it ( Hankook snow tires from Les Schwab, they were not great, dont recommend them, still needed chains to get up hill to my house ) Had one problem a few years ago where car would not start if the engine was hot : you run into the store for an errand and come out after 10/15 mins and car wont start. Wait another 20 / 25 mins and it starts fine. Happened intermittently. Took dealership a long time to track it down. Finally we replaced some sensor on the engine, I forget which one, and the problem has never re-occured. My wife doesnt like driving the car as she finds the position of the pedals very cramped and it forces her foot to an awkward angle for the gas pedal. Also, the back seats are pretty cramped. Its not really an ideal car for young kids in car seats as we found out. Agree with another reviewer that the roof rails are not the easiest to adjust. Was just barely able to make it work with a 16 cubic feet Thule cargo box. The gearbox is certainly not "smooth" but you get used to it and it does the job. Was told by the dealership when we bought it that it has a tougher gearbox and clutch to support the bigger engine on this turbo model so maybe thats why its not so smooth. But overall if you like to "drive", its a fun car to drive. You can throw it around twisty country roads and itll totally hold the road and go where you want it to go with no hesitation. Had a few minor repairs, mostly things like rubber boots on CV joints, mostly items I considered wear and tear from the way I drive it. Fuel efficiency is about what could be expected from a 2007 vintage AWD. Easily get 28mpg on a long highway trip and average 23mpg in mixed driving. I have been diligent in doing all factory recommended servicing right on schedule, not sure if that contributes to my good results, but it cant hurt anyway !
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Sweet & Sour - 2007 Subaru Outback
By Earl - March 29 - 9:20 amSubaru, like all other cars are mechanical beings. Some sweet some sour characteristics. Four wheel drive for the price they charge is unbeatable but steering is hard at low speeds. Overall it is a fine piece of transportation. The seats are uncomfortable after 15 minutes. The transmission is annoying because of lag when under hard acceleration and then rockets off when it catches up. Center console is useless because it does not act as an arm rest and you have to park the car to find anything in it and its small. Not enough storage space for personal items. Subaru needs to control their dealers so they dont try to fix your car when it isnt broke. That is the worst thing about it!!
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Does it all - 2007 Subaru Outback
By J dub - March 23 - 8:56 pmI wanted something that was fun to drive, tow my boat and get decent mileage. This was the perfect vehicle. I can get high twenties on the highway, tows my boat, offers the choice of a 5 speed manual (autos are for wimps), has a tremendous list of safety and comfort features, all wheel drive, and tremendous amounts of power for a family wagon. If you want to combine driving fun with economy, utility and safety, nothing in the price range comes close. In city traffic, the turbo is a blast. I have a sports car I put in storage when MN winter weather hits; this car will allow me to not miss it so much during the cold months. Its a blast.
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Nothing but trouble - 2007 Subaru Outback
By sstteevvee - February 25 - 8:26 pmI have owned a number of cars in my life, unfortunately this is easily the worst. Before 85,000 miles, this Outback has had the classic blown head gasket($2000+), catalytic converter gone bad($1000+), velocity joint boot/control arm/strut problem that ruined four tires. The car is just poorly designed. Its noisy, has uncomfortable seats(poor thigh support outside of drivers seat) and a terrible design of the cargo roof rails that doesnt allow for a secure attachment of crossbars or a wide spread of the cross bars.
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So far so good - 2007 Subaru Outback
By DUG7714 - December 14 - 9:43 pmTraded my Grand Cherokee for this. Much better driver, obviously. Power is similar but handling is a world better. 20 MPG on the first tank - about equal city, highway driving in the DC area. Expect that to improve a bit. Takes a while for turbo to kick in, but I had been driving in Intelligent mode a lot. After a weekend trip into the western PA mountains, my mileage seems to be improving. The seats were comfortable and the ride was great - hwy and city. I usually stop at least once on the 3 hour ride, but didnt feel the need to. Switched to Sport mode for most driving and have been enjoying the Sportshift manual. Also shopped BMW 328xi, Audi,Volvo,Saab. BMW came close, but too much $$.
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Subaru Outback, 2.5i Manual - 2007 Subaru Outback
By David - November 14 - 7:53 pmPurchased this Subaru after taking a look at VW Passat as well as other small SUVs and wagons. The Subaru had the best ride, best fuel economy, except for hybrids, and good looks too.
