Similar to the Subaru Forester, the Outback's depreciation is slow and steady over time, resulting in relatively less depreciation in the early years, but higher depreciation as the car ages. Perhaps it is Subaru's home turf of New England, and their snowy, salty roads that result in the Outback continuing to lose value as the car ages.
The 2021 Subaru Outback is our top pick for the best model year value for the Outback. With the 2021, you would only pay, on average, 90% of the price as new, with 92% of the vehicle's useful life remaining.The 2022 and 2020 model years are also attractive years for the Outback, and provide a relatively good value. Our rankings consider multiple factors, including the Outback's price as new, current price, maintenance costs and remaining years of overall predictabe expenses. Our top ranked model year represents the most car for the money of the Subaru Outback models.
While the "Useful Lifespan" of a vehicle will vary greatly from one model to the next, and even one owner to the next, we have determined that twelve years is the most appropriate timeframe which will yield us good, usable data - and that any data beyond that timeframe becomes more dispersed, and ultimately less reliable. Moreover, maintenance costs beyond that timeframe become significantly more varied, as a vehicle owner's care of a particular vehicle will greatly impact its value, and ongoing maintenance costs. We are very much hopeful, however, that your car or truck will last well beyond twelve years, and that it gets you to where you want to go.
The Subaru Outback was bested last year by the Volvo V60 and its lifted Cross Country model. But with the automaker known for wagons barely moving these gorgeous Swedes, it's hard to justify the V60 as a winner except for those few who seek it out. Luxury wagons, the few that are left such as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Audi A6 Allroad, cost more than our $50,000 price cap, which knocks them out of contention for The Car Connection Best Car To Buy awards.
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Even after you leave our showroom in your New Subaru Ascent, there are still many ways that we at Frank Fletcher Subaru can help make your driving experience the best it can be. Our knowledgeable auto repair and service team are conveniently located at our dealership in Joplin, Missouri, so all of the drivers we serve can pop in for routine upkeep or an unexpected quick fix. Yes, we make buying and maintaining a Subaru vehicle easy, so you can spend more time having fun in it!
No matter where the road may go, what weather you may encounter or what life throws your way the new Subaru Outback is the best SUV for everything that you have in mind. It may be hard to believe that the Subaru Outback first hit the road 25+ years ago and with a BOXER engine, standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, and an unmatched commitment to safety has changed the way Eau Claire drivers spend their weekends. Here at Chilson Subaru, we have an extensive selection of the safest, most capable, and best-equipped Outback ever. Browse our inventory below or stop by the dealership for a firsthand look at all of the exciting updates and changes.
Some drivers may be inclined to simply sell or trade in their old car whenever they buy a new one, because that seems to be the most logical approach. But being strategic about the time of year you sell your old car can pay off in a major way, bringing in more buyer interest and ultimately more cash for your vehicle.
Selling a car privately can be a daunting and lengthy process, which is why so many people decide to take a hit financially and trade in their car to a dealership instead of listing it themselves. But, if you choose the time of year to sell your car wisely, you can potentially save yourself a great deal of time and trouble.
It's important to put a car on the market during the time of year when it's most in its element, experts told Business Insider. For drop-tops, sports cars, and classics, that's the spring and summer, when they're most fun to drive and when all their capabilities can be fully put to the test by potential buyers.
"If you live some place like California, probably any time of year is OK," Moody said. "If you live some place where it gets to be like 20 below, unless you're desperate, you probably don't want to go look at a car in someone's yard or meet them at the mall."
In some situations, getting an extended auto warranty is a smart decision. But in others, you may not need one. You may not need extended warranty coverage if you have a sizable savings account and are ready to cover a $500 or $1,000 repair bill. It may be best to invest in a vehicle protection plan for drivers who cannot afford to pay out-of-pocket for repair costs. An extended warranty helps you predict your auto budget more accurately, as most providers offer one-time or monthly payment plans.
Who wrote that?! ME. I wrote all of that back in the halcyon pre-pandemic years of 2014-2019. Back in the times before our current period of inflation and bananas car prices. So why ON THIS EARTH would I buy a new car?
Congrats !
We did used cars for years and did our research but ended up with thousands in repairs every time. Bought a new one in 2019 and zero regrets. Love the safety features too and peace of mind.
Hi justin, i was thinking of buying a 2011 subaru impreza hatchback 2.5i 5 speed manual with 145,000miles for $3995, was wondering what issues this year has? What to look for and keep a eye on if i do purchase? Thank you!
I was wondering how many miles I could expect to get out of a 2016 subaru forester XT. And if you had any maintenance advice other then what the factory reccomends that would definatly be helpful. I hope to drive the car for a very long time, Thanks Justin!
Our major service just three years ago included: Belts, radiator hoses, belt tensors, radiator fan, thermostat, water pump, crank seals, etc. Would that not have been a good time to appreciate whether the head gasket needed to be replaced? Apparently not for the subject never came up.
Last year around this time, I began noticing small oil spots on the driveway. We were new to the area where we live and out of the driving range of our old mechanic. We took it to an independent shop with great Yelp reviews. There my husband was told that the valve cover was the source of the leak. The shop owner said he had had success by applying a silicone rim to the area that could hold up to a year. He said the repair the car needed would be expensive but did not educate my spouse about the source of the problem tracking back to a failing head gasket! So the area was caulked with silicone and my spouse was told to have the job repeated if he saw any more leaks.
I guess your best bet is to research what other similar years and mileage are selling for, if its close have a pre purchase inspection performed and take things from there based on that inspection. Based on the almost 7 years old thing make sure the fluids have been changed, they are due again at 60k and make sure someone tests the PH level in the coolant.
Hi, I am considering buying a 2000 Subura Outback with 221,000 miles on it for my daughter. The current private owner has only had for 2 years & not much information before then. They are asking $1700.00 or best offer. They said runs good, no problems but it is not inspected and does have some rust over rear wheel well. I will definitely have a pre purchase inspection done but am concerned about the high mileage. I know you say these cars can go up to 300,000 miles & at that price if we only got 1-2 years out of it I would be happy. Just concerned about what type of possible repairs/ expenses we could be looking at for this model & mileage.
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I have bought a brand new outback 2013 with manual transmission and by now I drove 11,000 miles and never! Never experienced that problem. But after reading this thread it makes me worried that subaru will accept and allow something like this to happen.
I have a 2003 subaru impreza sportswagon. It is not really in my budget to buy a new car. I have had repeated problems with the engine over the years. My car was overheating quite a bit and I did have work done but it continues to have a problem. My mechanic says that it is probably the head gasket. I am considering buying a used engine, one that has 84, 000 miles on it for $2000 to put into the car. I guess I am trying to figure out if this is a decent way to keep this car on the road.
I drive a 99 subaru impreza L 2.2. I can happily say I just hit the 240k mark and everyything is runing fine. Only issue I have with vermont, the body is starting to rust out. Going too patch it the best I can and hope too reach 300k miles. I almost traded it in at one point as a down payment, when I went with my subaru over a newer car (06 ford focus) I took one test drive ( maybe 1/2 mile) hated the way the car felt driving vs ,my subaru. I will only buy subaru, when the time comes.
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