Mar 12, 2009 · 5. The “Service Campaign” for the 1999 to 2002 2.5 L SOC engine consisted of adding “Genuine Cooling System Conditioner” (i.e. stop leak) to the coolant and extending the engine …

Apr 24, 2019 · Will the 2019 Subaru Boxer 6 cylinder flat engine last as long as the 2019 V-6 in the Honda Passport and Pilot?

Dec 2, 2009 · I know the late '90s Outbacks were prone to them. My son just junked a '99 (well, sold it to a mechanic for $800, which some way was a good deal) after the head gaskets failed for a second …

Jul 12, 2010 · I would opt for the larger engine, simply because it is a more pleasing vehicle to drive, due to the “effortless” acceleration and the lower level of engine noise. As to gas mileage, the 2.5 liter …

Jul 30, 2016 · I just purchased a 2017 Outback. I noticed a rattling noise (like marbles) coming from the engine upon startup in the morning only. The noise goes away after a few seconds. To me it sounds …

Jun 19, 2025 · Consumer Reports April 2025 annual car issue, reliability data for 2023 Crosstrek: much better than average in all 16 categories, except fuel system and in-car electronics, which are better …

Jun 9, 2018 · For reliability data on 2010 to 2107 cars, and predicted reliability for newer ones, the April 2018 Consumer Reports is a worthy source. With rare exceptions most Subaru models have scored …

Feb 23, 2015 · I’m interested in buying either a Subaru Outback or an Audi A4 Avant (quattro 2.0 T) in the 2005-2009 range. Most of the cars I’ve seen available have between 70-100K miles and, …

Jan 7, 2008 · There are actually 2 iterations of the 4-Cylinder engine–one with turbo-charger and one without. The 4 cylinder w/o turbocharger is merely “adequate” and will not satisfy someone with a …

Jun 8, 2010 · Hello. I am debating whether to buy a Subaru or a Volkswagen. I want a hatchback/wagon design and I like the compactness and gas mileage of the Volkswagen but I have heard they run into …