’15 Subaru Outback

There are compelling mechanical reasons to buy the Outback, particularly Active Torque Vectoring for better grip side-to-side and X-Mode, which modulates throttle inputs for better traction. The interior is welcoming, upscale and accommodating, and the rugged floor mats are designed for the active lifestyle. (See related article: [email protected]

[email protected]'15 Subaru Outback Specifications Vehicle typeFive-door, 5-passenger midsize CUVEngine2.5L DOHC all-aluminum horizontally opposed 4-cyl. boxerPower (SAE net) 175 hp @ 5,800 rpmTorque174 lb.-ft. (236 Nm) @ 4,000 rpmBore x stroke (mm) 94 x 90Compression ratio10.3:1TransmissionLineartronic CVTWheelbase108.1 ins. (2,746 mm)Overall length189.6 ins. (4,816 mm)Overall width72.4 ins. (1,839 mm)Overall height66.1 ins. (1,679 mm)Curb weight3,593 lbs. (1,630 kg)Base price$24,895 (plus $850 destination charge)Fuel economy25/33 mpg (9.4-7.1 L/100 km)CompetitionChevrolet Equinox, Ford Edge, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Mazda CX-5, Toyota VenzaProsConsFans of last generation will rejoiceStyling won’t draw Subie newbiesBig improvements for 4-cyl. boxerMerely adequate for passingSpacious cabin, updated telematicsReal-world mpg not outstanding ">Outback Gets Out Front Among CUVs.)