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Subaru Outback 5GEN 2.0D Premium (2014-2020)
Also referred to as: Subaru Outback 5GEN 2.0D Premium 2019 and Subaru Outback 5GEN 2.0D Premium 2021.
Davey's MumBrisbane
- 4 reviews
- 2 likes
- Outback 5GEN 2.0D Premium (2014-2020)
- Verified purchase
Best car - luxurious, efficient and very easy to drive - not happy with the Head Unit
I have the MY16 Outback 2.0D Premium and it is luxurious, comfortable to ride in (back seat as well) and so easy to drive. My favourite features are the assisted cruise, auto high beam, collision warning/prevention, blind spot indicator light, heated and electric seats with memory...the list goes on. I love all the storage, the roof racks and the seats fold up and down so easily with an auto lever conveniently located in the boot as well. It is a fuel efficient and problem free car - I've had no issues at all except for the navigation maps and ...Read more
Head Unit. The luxury in it is similar to what we've seen in our friend's new Mercedes Coupe, so in terms of value for money, you can't beat it. ****UPDATE JULY 2018****** Unable to mirror my Smartphone and GPS on the vehicle's Head Unit because Subaru de-licensed the program on it called "Mirrorlink" in Jan 2018. When asked at Subaru's Service Centre, the staff advised there is no fix or patch for this and there are no updates available for the vehicle's own navigational maps which are well out of date. I am really unhappy with this response as I believe since the vehicle is still under warranty, it should be capable of mirroring a smartphone. I will be escalating this with Subaru. Also, the servicing is really expensive. As follows: Scheduled Service Interval 2.5i, 2.5i Premium 3.6R Premium 2.0D Premium 'A' Service 6 months or 12,500kms $311.74 $343.45 $312.60 'B' Service
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Susan dB
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
- Outback 5GEN 2.0D Premium (2014-2020)
- Verified purchase
Clutch not designed for 'steep driveways'!! Not recommended as a family car.
We bought a Subaru Outback in 2015 to get our family to sport, band and holidays to see the grandparents. The clutch has had to be replaced twice in two years - the first time at 31000km, and now at 67000km. The dealer asked if we live on a steep driveway! Isn't this car supposed to be an all-terrain vehicle?
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A-RNSW, 2065
- 5 reviews
- 2 likes
The Perfect All-rounder!
The AWD system on the Subaru Outback is excellent, the eyesight system is amazing, especially on long haul drives. The cargo space is much better than the Forester. The 2.0L Diesel motor from Subaru gets you around 700kms a tank, which is great. X-mode on the Subaru Outback is another awesome feature when going offroad.
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KahrivaSa, 5093
Salesman not honest that now DPF problem for me
hi guys I am rewriting my on my Subaru Outback 2015 auto diesel premium one,actually I bought my car first week of January 2016 from Jarvis Subaru Adelaide,when I went to car yard the salesman just told me diesel car has more fuel efficient more power than other model of car, he never told us diesel car not deigned for short trip only for longer trip,and the fkn hidden DIESEL PARTUCULATE FILTER (DPF).ok next day I had prepare the bank check afternoon signed paper picked up my first diesel car it was demo car 1100km on the clock (now I had bad d...Read more
reams every night DPF ) Ok, first DPF flashed February 2016 all clogged service guys advice me have to have drive long distances each week, DPF can regeneration burn soots itself,ok I did Second was flashed May 2017 same advice,they cleaned dpf update software for me, when the dpf starts regeneration RMP goes up,and very bad smalley in my car Third flashed was in May 2018 brought to Jarvis dpf clogged 20%, software made mistakes that dash light flashed,same advice drive long distance Last flashing is 30.6.2018 still now on,I can’t drive my car DPF clogged can make engine break down and fire,I I rang Subaru Australia, ACCC,Jarvis discus with them during this years I spent lots of my money and times to Subaru diesel PDF burning soot,I will never look again Subaru diesel.other brand diesel cars never happen DPF problem.highliy recommend don’t buy Subaru diesel avoid them,does anybody has same situation and problems with mine?what can I do after factory warranty ends?any good suggestions for me and legal aid?thanksSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
JulieRCanberra 2600, ACT
- 10 reviews
- 5 likes
Pleased with our new Subaru Outback.
We are enjoying our new Subaru Outback 2L premium diesel. Bought in mid January, we've put about 5,000 k on it. We've been driving Toyota hybrids for 10 years and, much as we liked them, they aren't suitable for hauling around our bikes. So, having once had a Subaru Sportswagon, that we kept for more than 20 years, we looked at Subarus early on. But it was between Christmas and New Year and the Canberra dealer couldn't be bothered talking detail with us, offering to have a more detailed chat next time we were in. This didn't sit well because we...Read more
needed a car quickly. We seriously considered buying either a VW or Skoda wagon but when we heard that both companies provided poor service, we decided to have another look at Subarus. We went to a different dealer (Capital Subaru) and selected the Outback. We are quite happy with it. I do wish it would automatically lock the doors when we start driving, which all 3 Toyotas did. And i wish I didn't need to manually unlock the doors when we turn the engine off, but no doubt we'll get used to that. We were hesitant about the back gate which opens on the press of a button. To us it seemed like another thing that could go wrong and require expensive repairs. I can't say we love the push button opening. If you accidentally press the button twice, it starts to open and then closes. And its easy to accidentally set it to open only partly (a safety feature but really irritating if you accidentally set it to open only a foot). When it went in for its 1 month free service I mentioned that the front passenger door seemed to be rubbing the dashboard. The service agent seemed really skeptical (which also annoyed me). But when I went back to pick up the car he advised that the 'knuckleheads' who'd installed the window tinting and reinstalled the door side panel incorrectly. They have ordered a replacement side panel at no cost, obviously. The car runs well, we enjoy driving it, it seems to get slightly better mileage that the sticker suggested. It handles and performs well, the eyesight technology seems to be a really good feature and I've been pleased that so many acquaintances have mentioned the Subaru's Boxer Diesel engine (I'd never heard of it but I'm not that interested in cars). I would prefer that the surfaces on the dashboard weren't so shiny, because they show every speck of dust, but I knew that would be an irritation going in. So far no problems with reliability or running and my previous experience with Subaru, and ongoing word on the street, is that we'll continue to be happy with Subaru's service.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
stevowwSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 3 reviews
- Outback 5GEN 2.0D Premium (2014-2020)
- Verified purchase
The SUV dreams can be made with The SUBARU Outback 2.0D Premium 2016
A solid very well built medium size SUV great for a retired couple touring anywhere in Australia, The excellent driving position and seats make the long distance driving enjoyable. The extra ground clearance gives me confidence on unsealed roads and tracks. The diesel engine is very fuel frugal and has plenty of grunt when tackling hills and overtaking. The big bonus are the safety features of "eyesight", lane changing alerts, adaptive cruise control, automated emergency braking and the sure footedness of constant all wheel drive. The cabin is ...Read more
roomy and very practical. The innovation of folded roof raiis is a great practical touch. This is the 6th SUBARU we have owned since 1979 and is "all we'll drive!" After 21/2 years of ownership and 60000km the Outback is going strong with more outback extensive travels. Have now used Cooper Ultimate Tyres which are a more comfortable riding tyre over the original. I have an electronic "shuRoo" installed soon after purchase and it works well in regional and outback areas where kangaroos are a hazard. It's such a comfortable touring vehicle. Love my Subaru Outback.Purchased in October 2021 for A$45,000.00.
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Nancy AustraliaAU
- 4 reviews
- 3 likes
Subaru diesel outback DPF no longer an issue
My Diesel outback was clogging up with soot with short distance drive but it has been reset 6 months ago to auto clean so it's no longer an issue. We nearly sold the car for this reason but so glad we didn't. Very fuel efficient uses 6.5 litres/ 100 km. rural . One of the best car I've had. Great for travelling for family of 4. Very happy with our local Subaru mechanic.
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PauSantiago, Chile
DPF Problems
I have an Outback Diesel 2015 with 57000km, and since 50000 km, started having problems with DPF (diesel Particulate filter) when was 20 month old, I began having problems, the warning ligtht's disconcerting flashing, so I took it to the dealer (Indumotora one la dehesa chile) it was the first os many visits over the next 3 months, during countless attempts, the dealer's technicians reset the DPF light, installed software upgrades, clean the filter, and at last they had change the DPF itself.
but hard to trust it will last again 50000 km??
so I'm trying to have it change for a gasoline outback don't know if Subaru will do it, I do not trust Subaru Diesel anymore.
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BJHBrisbane
- 4 reviews
- 5 likes
- Outback 5GEN 2.0D Premium (2014-2020)
- Verified purchase
Another great car from SUBARU
This is an update on the original review below. My Outback diesel manual now has 168000km on it. Still running the original brake pads, still running the Castro’s Edge 0w-40 engine oil (changed every 12500km) and still gets 5.4 to 5.8 litres/100km ona trip. 9.4 towing 1500 kilo trailer.
Ordered premium Diesel Manual In April 2015 and picked up in August. Was worth the wait. Updated from MY07 2.5 Manual Outback. This one is Diesel and 6 speed manual. Everything is better on this car than the version between. They are longer, wider, taller an...Read more
d better fitout. Travelled 28,400km's so far without a hitch. 4 trips to Sydney and the fuel economy just keeps getting better on this trip. just last weekend, driving at speed limits and on cruise control 99% of the time did 5.2 litres per 100kms down the New England Hwy and 5.0 litres on the way back via Pacific Hwy. 2nd trip down I towed a 400 kilo trailer and got 7.4 litres per 100km's which was the same as my old petrol Outback did standard on a trip with no load. Diesel is definitely the way to go if you do highway driving. It's quiet, roomy, good power on hills and economical with a long list of features. Now all its got to do is last 350,000kms like all the other Subaru's we've owned. July 6th, 2016 Update: Update on 2015 diesel premium 6 weeks to go and the car will be 12 months old. Has already clocked up 52,000km's. All the servicing has been done by Subaru Mt Gravatt. Nothing but servicing so far. Asked for a Dilution percentage read out each time and has never been over 3%. Mixed driving, mainly highway, with every 2nd weekend with some sort of trailer on it. Highway fuel consumption has settled down to 4.9 L/100km's on a trip to Sydney with 4 in the car. (had 5 now) Weekly work route sees 5.4 L/100km's. Got nothing bad to say about the car. Its got plenty of power for overtaking, has a huge boot, the roof racks have been handy on 4 occasions now. Tyres still have plenty of meat on them. They get rotated every 10,000kms. No squeaks or rattles. I guess you get the best out of a car if you use it for the right purpose. This car was meant for highway travel, not putting around the city doing short runs.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
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