Dhe Subaru Outback is a car that needs a long test drive. The first few meters give the impression of moving a sluggish fellow. This is also due to the continuously variable CVT transmission, which has been modified in the sixth generation of the Japanese off-road vehicle, but has remained a CVT transmission. The noise of the engine and propulsion rarely go together, which always gives the feeling that the car is hanging on a rubber band. Overcoming this is the task of the 2.5-liter four-cylinder boxer, which is the only one in the range in Germany. It develops a rather modest 169 hp and 252 Nm of torque. Theoretically, 193 km / h are possible, which we have not maxed out.
Interestingly, the car and driver adapt to one another as the time progresses, deceleration is increasingly accepted, and with a certain satisfaction the rev counter reports a gentle 2000 rpm at 130 km / h. Then the pleasant sound of the engine falls to the ear, as long as it is not chased away. Neither the drive nor the steering nor the chassis are made for rushed journeys; despite the sometimes dry bumps, the body moves considerably, and the heated steering gives little precision. If you take it gently, you will soon make friends with it.
The occupants enjoy generous space in neat seats, there is almost lavish space at the back, the angle of the backrest can be adjusted.
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Subaru Outback
In its somewhat rustic solidity, nothing seems to throw the outback off course. The fact that it has all-wheel drive is more or less a matter of honor for Subaru, and not only those who live on the mountain will appreciate it. The large touch-sensitive screen in the middle commands navigation, air conditioning or radio and, unlike the miniature letters between the round instruments, is easy to read. Around the prominently towering, not to be missed gear selector lever, there is useful storage space for odds and ends.
The Outback has grown by five centimeters to 4.87 meters compared to its predecessor, the ground clearance is also slightly larger, the trunk takes up 561 to 1750 liters via its pleasantly low loading sill. All of this makes it an original companion on small and large adventures, and the fact that it looks brisker than usual when it drives doesn’t have to be a disadvantage.
Even with the recent Outback, Subaru will hardly get out of its niche, but it will satisfy its unusually stable fan base. Around 45,000 euros would have to be invested, which is okay given the good equipment. A five-year guarantee is included. And there was a surprise at the end. The WLTP standard consumption is 8.6 liters of premium gasoline. Our decelerated test consumption also turned out to be 8.6 liters. There is seldom enough.
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