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SUBARU OUTBACK Used Car Review

Pros

Cons

  • SUV-rivalling ground clearance aids off-roading
  • Superb ride on rough, loose surfaces
  • Bountiful cabin space since 2009 model
  • Diesel option added to 4cyl and 6cyl petrol engines in 2009
  • On-road manners not quite as good as some rivals
  • Higher-than-average servicing costs
  • Diesel's turbo lag; 2.5i's so-so performance; 3.6R's thirst
  • Stability control can be over-eager on loose surfaces
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2012 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5i AWD CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON, 5 seats MY1

$8,800
Rathmines, NSW

07/05/2024

Top2012 Subaru Outback B5A MY12 2.5i AWD Premium Silver 6 Speed Manual Wagon

  • 112198 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2012 SUBARU OUTBACK B5A MY12 2.5I AWD PREMIUM SILVER WAGON 2.5L 4WD Embark on adventures with confidence in this sleek SUBARU OUTBACK AWD PREMIUM. With its powerful yet efficient 2.5-liter 4WD engine and a smooth automatic transmission, this vehicle offers both performance and reliability on any terrain. Equipped with all-wheel drive, it ensures stability and traction in all weather conditions, making it the perfect companion for your outdoor escapades. The premium interior boasts comfor

$17,490 Excl. Gov. Charges
Littlehampton, SA

Dealer used
20 hours ago

Top2012 Subaru Outback B5A MY12 2.5i Lineartronic AWD Premium Silver, Chrome 6 Speed Constant Variable

  • 123474 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

"Low KM gem alert! This 2012 Subaru Outback is the ultimate family car with all the bells and whistles you need. Priced at just $13,999.00 AUD, this B5A MY12 2.5i Premium Wagon with only 123474 km on the odometer is a steal. With features like GPS navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, rear vision camera, and a panoramic electric sunroof, this Outback is ready for your next adventure. The sleek silver exterior and luxurious black interior make this vehicle stand out from the crowd. Don't miss out

$13,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Yagoona, NSW

Dealer used
20 hours ago

Top2012 Subaru Outback 4GEN 2.5I Premium Grey Automatic Wagon

  • 132643 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

We're thrilled to present this exceptional 2012 Subaru Outback, a prime example of versatility and reliability that's just as comfortable on rugged terrains as it is on city streets. This automatic gem boasts a well-maintained interior and exterior, showing that it has been cared for meticulously by its previous owners. With its renowned symmetrical all-wheel drive, this Outback offers unparalleled stability and traction, making it a safe and dependable choice for any adventure. Its spacious ca

$15,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Melville, WA

Dealer used
07/05/2024

Top2012 Subaru Outback 2.5i B5A!!!

  • 232920 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto

**finance from $68,14 per week** Automatic Aircon AWD After market stereo Cruise control Reverse camera 🔧 Workshop City is now open at 56 Division Street in Welshpool and they have a special offer of a FREE SERVICE with every car purchased this month. They can help with all your maintenance and repairs. Buy a car this month to get a FREE SERVICE! ⚙️ *WE LOVE TRADE IN'S & WILL PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR CAR. * FINANCE AVAILABLE ON ALL OF OUR CARS. STUDENT VISA FINANCE TOO! * FINANCE AVAIL

$12,980 Excl. Gov. Charges
Victoria Park, WA

Dealer used
07/05/2024

2012 Subaru Outback B5A MY13 2.0D AWD Premium White 6 Speed Manual Wagon

  • 205179 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Location: Infinity Point Motors in Car City, Yard 14 415 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood, VIC 3134 Please contact us on; Looking for a reliable and stylish vehicle that can handle any adventure? Look no further than this 2012 Subaru Outback! Priced at just $13,990.00 AUD, this Subaru Outback is the perfect choice for those who value both function and style. This Outback is equipped with a 2.0L Diesel engine, ensuring powerful and efficient performance. With a 6-speed manual transmission

$11,990 Drive Away^
Ringwood, VIC

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2012 Subaru Outback B5A MY13 2.0D AWD Premium Silver 6 Speed Manual Wagon

  • 221616 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Subaru Outback2.0D Premium T/Diesel AWD Wagon. This vehicle presents very well with a Tidy Leather interior and tidy exterior. It has a Factory Electric Sunroof, Power Drivers seat with memory. It has Log Books with the complete up to date Service History. It has Satellite Navigation, Rear View camera, Dual Zone climate air conditioning, Cruise Control and more. It has just been Service and an RWC inspection completed. It come with a current PPSR clear title certificate.

$12,950 Drive Away^
Woongoolba, QLD

Dealer used
19 hours ago

2012 Subaru Outback B5A MY12 2.5i AWD Premium Silver 6 Speed Manual Wagon

  • 112198 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2012 SUBARU OUTBACK B5A MY12 2.5I AWD PREMIUM SILVER WAGON 2.5L 4WD Embark on adventures with confidence in this sleek SUBARU OUTBACK AWD PREMIUM. With its powerful yet efficient 2.5-liter 4WD engine and a smooth automatic transmission, this vehicle offers both performance and reliability on any terrain. Equipped with all-wheel drive, it ensures stability and traction in all weather conditions, making it the perfect companion for your outdoor escapades. The premium interior boasts comfor

$17,490 Excl. Gov. Charges
Littlehampton, SA

Dealer used
20 hours ago

2012 Subaru Outback B5A MY12 2.5i Lineartronic AWD Premium Silver, Chrome 6 Speed Constant Variable

  • 123474 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

"Low KM gem alert! This 2012 Subaru Outback is the ultimate family car with all the bells and whistles you need. Priced at just $13,999.00 AUD, this B5A MY12 2.5i Premium Wagon with only 123474 km on the odometer is a steal. With features like GPS navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, rear vision camera, and a panoramic electric sunroof, this Outback is ready for your next adventure. The sleek silver exterior and luxurious black interior make this vehicle stand out from the crowd. Don't miss out

$13,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Yagoona, NSW

Dealer used
20 hours ago

2012 Subaru Outback B5A MY12 2.0D AWD Blue 6 Speed Manual Wagon

  • 266470 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

*** LOCATED IN MEL'S WEST JUST 5 MINUTES OFF THE WEST GATE BRIDGE *** Great looking MY12 Subaru Outback with full service history, heaps of rego and comes with all on roads!! Features Include: 6 speed manual, power steering, air con, dual front airbags, side airbags, ABS brakes, cruise control, reverse camera, bluetooth, keyless entry, bull bar, alloy wheels, power windows/mirrors, central locking, tinted windows and much more! Drives and looks great, first to see will buy so dont miss

$9,499 Drive Away^
Altona North, VIC

Dealer used
08/05/2024

2012 Subaru Outback 4GEN 2.5I Premium Grey Automatic Wagon

  • 132643 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

We're thrilled to present this exceptional 2012 Subaru Outback, a prime example of versatility and reliability that's just as comfortable on rugged terrains as it is on city streets. This automatic gem boasts a well-maintained interior and exterior, showing that it has been cared for meticulously by its previous owners. With its renowned symmetrical all-wheel drive, this Outback offers unparalleled stability and traction, making it a safe and dependable choice for any adventure. Its spacious ca

$15,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Melville, WA

Dealer used
07/05/2024

2012 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5i AWD CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON, 5 seats MY1

$8,800
Rathmines, NSW

07/05/2024

2012 Subaru Outback 2.5i B5A!!!

  • 232920 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto

**finance from $68,14 per week** Automatic Aircon AWD After market stereo Cruise control Reverse camera 🔧 Workshop City is now open at 56 Division Street in Welshpool and they have a special offer of a FREE SERVICE with every car purchased this month. They can help with all your maintenance and repairs. Buy a car this month to get a FREE SERVICE! ⚙️ *WE LOVE TRADE IN'S & WILL PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR CAR. * FINANCE AVAILABLE ON ALL OF OUR CARS. STUDENT VISA FINANCE TOO! * FINANCE AVAIL

$12,980 Excl. Gov. Charges
Victoria Park, WA

Dealer used
07/05/2024

2012 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5i PREMIUM AWD 6 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON, 5 seats MY1

  • 256740 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2012 Subaru Outback *beautiful 2.5 engine *6 Speed Manual *Has nsw rego *Has full service history *Tinted Windows *4 Brand New Tyres *Reverse Camera *Bluetooth *Cold A/C Up for sale is my 2012 Subaru outback it's such a beautiful car to drive! Car does have a few marks and bumps but the price reflects that! $6,500

$4,500
Wagga Wagga, NSW

30/04/2024

WRECKING 2012 Subaru Outback 2.5i

  • 121295 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

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$5 Excl. Gov. Charges
Cabramatta, NSW

Dealer used
30/04/2024

2012 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5i PREMIUM AWD CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 228644 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2012 Subaru Outback Premium 2.5i for sale. Features: Reversing Camera Cruise Control Central Locking Remote Control Power Mirrors Power Steering Power Windows DVD player Satellite Navigation Roof Racks Power Sunroof 2 keys Full service logbook plus receipts. 2 months registration Selling due to upgrading to a newer model outback.

$9,500Negotiable
Doubleview, WA

06/04/2024

Overview of the Subaru Outback

Overview of the Subaru Outback

SUBARU OUTBACK GENERATIONS (SINCE 2003)

2003-2009

2009-2014

2015 onwards

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo diesel: 5.7 to 6.3 litres per 100km

2.5L 4-cylinder: 7.3 to 8.0 litres per 100km

3.6L 6-cylinder: 9.9 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO SUBARU OUTBACK

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: SUBARU OUTBACK (2009 TO 2014)

The main complaint by owners of this generation of Outback was a CVT transmission that was slow to select gears from Park.

After plenty of investigation, it seems the problem is the design of the transmission needing time to create hydraulic pressure to make the gear selection.

Subaru claimed at the time that the average delay between Park and Drive should be 1.5 seconds or less, but many owners reported that the lag was a lot longer than that.

Like other Subaru CVTs of the time, the solution was to take the car to a Subaru dealer and have the transmission reprogrammed. But again, according to owner feedback, the condition improved for a while before reverting to the way it had been before the fix.

The best advice is to drive any CVT in a mix of environments and conditions and decide for yourself whether you could live with the peculiarities of this type of transmission.

Beyond that, the head-gasket problems of previous Subarus were eradicated by this stage of the game, but check the service record is up to date and that the oil on the dipstick is clean and clear.