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2001 Subaru Outback Review
Having it both ways.
2001 Outback Review Summary & Specifications
Subaru's line of Outbacks can conquer the worst road conditions, and the Outback Wagons continue to serve as sensible alternatives to big, heavy sport-utility vehicles. They are practical, comfortable, useful vehicles.The VDC and Bean models inject power, luxury and enhanced traction into the relentlessly sensible Subaru lineup. Six-cylinder engines coupled with the latest electronic stability control systems improve safety and increase performance at the same time. Though loaded with features, these top two models are also pricey. At $31,895, the Outback VDC is priced close enough to invite comparisons with base models from upscale manufacturers: Volvo V70 Cross Country ($34.900), Lexus RX300 ($35,655), and Acura MDX ($34,370). The best values in the Outback lineup remain the less expensive and highly competent four-cylinder models, starting at $22,895.
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| Vehicle Category | Midsize Cars |
| Editor | Dan Lyons |
| Model Lineup | Wagon ($22,895); Limited Wagon ($26,295); Limited Sedan ($25,995); L.L. Bean Edition ($29,495); H6-3.0 VDC ($31,895) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.0-liter dohc horizontally opposed 6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 2.5-liter sohc 4-cylinder; 3.0-liter dohc 6-cylinder |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual front airbags (all), front seat side airbags (VDC & Bean), ABS standard; traction control optional |
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| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Lafayette, Indiana |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-782 2783 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.subaru.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 31895 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Outback H6-3.0 VDC Wagon ($31,895) |
| Standard Equipment | (VDC) air conditioning, McIntosh 200-watt, 11-speaker AM/FM/cassette/CD, power windows, door locks and mirrors, cruise control, tilt steering, keyless remote, dual power moon roofs, leather-trimmed upholstery, Momo wood/leather steering wheel, eight-way power driver's seat, heated front seats and exterior mirrors, Halogen fog lights,front wiper de-icer |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | |
| Destination Charge | 495 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 32390 |
| Layout | all-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 212 @ 6000 |
| Torque | 210 @ 4400 |
| Fuel Economy | 20/27 |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 |
| Length/Width/Height | 187.4/68.7/63.3 |
| Track Front/Rear | 57.9/57.7 |
| Turning Radius | 36.7 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.5/51.3/43.3 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.2/51.9/34.3 |
| Trunk Volume | 68.6 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 |
| Front Suspension | Independent |
| Rear Suspension | Independent |
| Ground Clearance | 7.3 |
| Curb Weight | 3735 |
| Stock Tires | P225/60R16 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 |
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