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September 2004

Subaru Legacy Outback 3.0R

The Outback is one of the smarter crossover estates

September 2004

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Overall rating

4.0 out of 5 stars

Likes:

  • Impressive interior build quality and materials
  • Pleasant and involving to drive
  • Capacious carrying capability
  • Good level of standard equipment provided

Gripes:

  • No diesel engine a serious handicap
  • Lacks status with car-buying public
  • Standard estate almost as capable off-road
  • Fuel costs and emissions quite high