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2013 Subaru Outback

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#151 of 211 First impression '13 Outback by easypar

Sep 07, 2012 (8:33 am)

Picked our new unit up on Wednesday and turned 100 miles on the clock yesterday. I was allowed to drive a few of those miles and a couple of things jump out at me:
 
Smoother ride than my '10 Legacy. Overall length is about 2" more so I'm guessing that enough of that is in the wheelbase that it makes a difference.
 
The inflatable LUMBAR SUPPORT. OK, I've only ever driven one import that had one that could match the full size Ford/Mercury/Lincoln products that were our company cars, and that was the Infiniti M (older ones). One of my buddies had one and he and I used to take it on golf outings and we would alternate driving. It was really great in that Infiniti.
 
This new OB lumbar support is right up there with those units. Much better than in the Lexus we traded for this unit. So much so that I won't be taking my little foam pad one with me when we head off on our road trip next week.
 
Glad we have a real temperature gauge now, although cars overheating is not something that seems to be much of an issue like it was in the 50's and 60's. Better engines now!
 
The fuel economy gauge was a bit off-putting at first but I'm used to it now.
 
I should have much more in a couple of weeks when we get back from Cincinnati.
 
easypar

#152 of 211 Re: First impression '13 Outback [easypar] by ateixeira

Sep 07, 2012 (9:19 am)

Replying to: easypar (Sep 07, 2012 8:33 am)
Glad to hear you're happy with the seats. A very important part of the car, if we think about it!

#153 of 211 Re: First impression '13 Outback [easypar] by dcm61

Sep 07, 2012 (12:14 pm)

Replying to: easypar (Sep 07, 2012 8:33 am)
This new OB lumbar support is right up there with those units.
 
And the lack of ANY lumbar support on a 2012 Impreza, let alone the Sport Limited, is right up there with a 20th century base model.

#154 of 211 2013 Outback 2.5 by easypar

Sep 13, 2012 (8:43 pm)

Have had our OB for a week now (1600 miles) and must say we are pleased. As I wrote in previous posts heres's a few things of note:
 
Better ride and handling than our '10 Legacy, the road feel is excellent.
Power seems better and smoother.
Due to some of the problems stated by others with very low miles the dealer suggested, and we put 400 miles on prior to leaving Colorado.
Even with fewer than 1500 miles on it one tankful read (actual calculation) at 29.2 MPG. Not too shabby.
Plugged my iPad in and I noticed severe static on it. As one of the books I just downloaded I switched over to one that I had already listened to and it was the same. Will have that checked. Also when I plugged my phone into the USB to charge it the XM radio lost it signal and one of the symbols popped up on the screen. Punching the SAT button got it back on. Will try this some more with the radio on AM or FM. Come to that I'll try taking the radio off SAT prior to hitting the AUX button.
 
I have to double check but the distance between the wheel wells seems wider than in the Legacy.
 
All for now.
 
easypar

#155 of 211 Re: Road Noise on 2013 Legacy 3.6 ? [saedave] by sarawelder

Sep 21, 2012 (2:09 pm)

Replying to: saedave (Aug 16, 2012 6:08 pm)
I am considering buying the outback 2.5 limited. I have never owned a subaru before but I like their philosophy. You say the 2013 has little relationship to earlier models regarding noise, smoothness and response. The dealership said the 2013 had no real improvements from 2011, 2012. Are you comparing it to earlier models.?

#156 of 211 considering 2013 Subaru outback by sarawelder

Sep 21, 2012 (2:40 pm)

this is a really great forum!. I have never owned a Subaru before but like their philosophy. I am having real trouble doing direct comparisons as different makes use different terms.
 My prime concern is safety, with environmentally responsible a second. I think I have narrowed it down to fully loaded 2013 at about 34K vs volvo wagon xc70 ( not as much fun as OB or XC60 but great rear visibility. but sticker shock at 48K!!! ( 5 years free maintainance though including brakes and wipers) I am a 60 year old female with a bad back and am noticing that I am not the brilliant, alert driver that I once was.. hence my desire for collision avoidance etc. Can anyone help me in this decision?
 I know I want AWD as I live in a winter snow area and would need mild off road capability. Also as I am used to a van and I seem to live in my car and move large items often, I am loathe to go too small.thanks in advance for any help. Also does anyone know why the OB only gets 4/5 starts with the new rating system?

#157 of 211 Re: Road Noise on 2013 Legacy 3.6 ? [sarawelder] by xwesx

Sep 21, 2012 (3:24 pm)

Replying to: sarawelder (Sep 21, 2012 2:09 pm)
Oh, it has some real improvements over the prior model years. The first is that is used the new FB engine block. The second is that it claims 40% less body roll than the 2012, which equates directly to a better handling, more reliable (over the long term) car.
 
It also has the Eyesight system, which is new to 2013, and may play into that comment in your second post about your age and level of alertness. I wouldn't want something like that on my car, but you may find it to be a useful tool.
 
What vehicle do you drive now, as a point of reference?

#158 of 211 Nav and Bluetooth questions by frenchguy007

Sep 21, 2012 (3:30 pm)

Hi, I have a 2013 Legacy 3.6R with Nav. Every time I start the car I get the safety disclaimer on the Nav screen. It takes 4 seconds and then give me the option to agree or not. Is there a way to accept once and for all or is this something that comes on every time?
 
On the Bluetooth, mine seems to do funky things. It shows connected on my Blackberry but not connected on the Nav screen. I have to turn off the Bluetooth on my phone, re-start it and then connect with the car. If I do this the connection is fine for a few days then starts over with the same routine. Any thoughts?
 
By the way, I had a 2010 without the Nav. I did not like it at the beginning but am now a converted Subaru guy, this is a great car.

#159 of 211 Re: Nav and Bluetooth questions [frenchguy007] by xwesx

Sep 21, 2012 (3:37 pm)

Replying to: frenchguy007 (Sep 21, 2012 3:30 pm)
I love that fact that even though my new Ford has all this Bluetooth nonsense on it, I don't have a device to connect to it, so I cannot contrast the Subaru system as you presented it to any other systems out there.
 
There is something very relaxing about being able to simply be unavailable.

#160 of 211 Re: Road Noise on 2013 Legacy 3.6 ? [xwesx] by triumpher

Sep 21, 2012 (7:00 pm)

Replying to: xwesx (Sep 21, 2012 3:24 pm)
I went from the 2003 Outback to the 2013 and have to say it is a different vehicle, way larger and much better! It can easily compete with the 2011 Volvo station wagon my neighbor has!

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