2015 Subaru Outback - Review & Test Drive

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The 2015 Subaru Outback is on an all-new platform, with symmetrical all wheel drive and a lineartronic CVT. It features active torque vectoring, electric power steering, and a 2.5L boxer four with 175 hp. The all-new infotainment system includes a standard touch screen display and back-up camera. The touch screen, unlike many in the automotive world these days, is actually quite responsive.
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Standard features include:
- Extensive soft-touch materials
- Acoustic windshield and liquid--filled engine mounts
- Active Grille Shutter
- 60/40 split folding rear seats
- Three trim levels
The 2.5i Limited Includes:
- 18 inch alloy wheels
- Perforated leather upholstery
- Heated front and rear seats
- Rear seat climate control vents
- 12 Speaker 576 Watt Harmon Kardon Audio System
- Blind spot detection
- Lane change assist
- Rear cross traffic alert
- 7-inch touch screen
Options Include:
- Moonroof package
- Keyless access & push button start
- Navigation
- EyeSight
- Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle
Eyesight Driver Assist System Includes:
- Adaptive cruise control (works very well)
- Pre-collision braking
- Vehicle lane departure warning
- Steering Responsive Fog-lights
MSRP as tested: $34,135
This video will take a look at the exterior, engine and drivetrain, wheels, tires, suspension, interior, features, as well as a quick test drive and summary of the fuel economy.
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  • @johnledbetter7618
    @johnledbetter76187 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for not having theme music

  • @chrise7649
    @chrise76499 жыл бұрын

    Your car reviews are so detailed, you make other car reviewers look bad. lol

  • @EmperorSeneca

    @EmperorSeneca

    9 жыл бұрын

    chris E i second this

  • @daprotech

    @daprotech

    9 жыл бұрын

    chris E Agreed! He does a fantastic job. Looks like he really enjoys what he does too. Keep up the great work!

  • @andrewbooton4161

    @andrewbooton4161

    9 жыл бұрын

    chris E Agreed although I find his starting almost every sentence with 'so' extremely annoying. It's a distracting habit.

  • @winstonchurchill3597

    @winstonchurchill3597

    8 жыл бұрын

    +andrew booton - Chill Andrew, it's just a car review.

  • @l.marcadella4099

    @l.marcadella4099

    6 жыл бұрын

    it helps that he is an engineer

  • @iraira2818
    @iraira2818 Жыл бұрын

    I understand this in an old video (maybe 7 years ago), but I like when you review vehicles. I particularly like that you don't have super loud; incoherent music playing in the background👍

  • @Simon-xi8tb

    @Simon-xi8tb

    Жыл бұрын

    That is exactly why i love his reviews. He needs to do more car reviews. I like his methodical approach.

  • @gregdzik3280
    @gregdzik32809 жыл бұрын

    This guy is just awesome! He has 2 brains - one for talking and another for driving and doing stuff, impressive! And lovely to listen him coz he talks Casey Affleck's voice!

  • @Sttm35
    @Sttm357 жыл бұрын

    Great location for engine oil filter. First I ever see anything like this.

  • @collinbradford924
    @collinbradford9248 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the best Outback review I've seen.

  • @EngineeringExplained

    @EngineeringExplained

    8 жыл бұрын

    Very welcome, happy to hear it!

  • @erict8600
    @erict86007 жыл бұрын

    you got one of the best car reviews out of all the reviewers, you speak clearly, hit all the points that is important, and have some technical info about it. Love it keep it up

  • @dblairw
    @dblairw8 жыл бұрын

    Easily the very best review of the latest generation Subaru Outback on the net ! Thorough, balanced coverage of the pros and cons. Level of detail well above the typical, and I learned several new facets of this clever AWD sport utility. Well done on the great review work and kudos to Subaru for the results of their latest Outback refresh.

  • @triplemiter
    @triplemiter8 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review! I appreciate the details you include, which are largely ignored in most other automotive reviews.

  • @HenryFL1
    @HenryFL18 жыл бұрын

    This is by far the best review of the Outback I've seen! Outstanding!

  • @andrewvondrus2054
    @andrewvondrus20549 жыл бұрын

    This is by far the most helpful Outback review I've seen posted on youtube, especially with the point-of-view camera angles which lets you feel as if you're in the driver seat during the majority of this video. Thank you for posting!!

  • @EngineeringExplained

    @EngineeringExplained

    9 жыл бұрын

    Andrew Vondrus Very welcome, glad you found it helpful!

  • @HankDCFC
    @HankDCFC9 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for some great reviews, I've watched several of your's and it's refreshing to listen to someone who clearly understands the level of engineering behind the products. Well done and keep up the good work.

  • @kurtdeprey392
    @kurtdeprey3929 жыл бұрын

    This was the first "Engineering Explained" review I've seen... and I'm hooked! This review of the new Outback was the most informative and well explained. Keep up the great work and thank you!

  • @abovewongart
    @abovewongart Жыл бұрын

    very true about the throttle. It goes hard from a stop

  • @lostmoon77
    @lostmoon778 жыл бұрын

    Really great in-depth review. You actually explained thins, which the other reviews on here do not.

  • @Ubi2447
    @Ubi24479 жыл бұрын

    Awesome review. I love you videos. Your review of the 2015 WRX helped me make my decision. Thank you very much for that. You ALSO drive in one of my absolute favorite areas for driving. Much love to a fellow Oregonian.

  • @edc5266
    @edc52669 жыл бұрын

    No one else ever mentions serviceability in reviews. Thanks!

  • @joekirklin
    @joekirklin8 жыл бұрын

    Love your reviews, guy. Thanks for not "reviewing" like most of the tools out there.

  • @media_factory_787
    @media_factory_7879 жыл бұрын

    very professional and thorough review. I liked your level of honesty and fairness.

  • @ArielBravy
    @ArielBravy9 жыл бұрын

    It was great seeing you today! It's a wild experience seeing you in person after watching your videos for years. :)

  • @EngineeringExplained

    @EngineeringExplained

    9 жыл бұрын

    Great to see you too, hope you had a pleasant Powell's experience!

  • @benjaminjenkins9634
    @benjaminjenkins96345 жыл бұрын

    Hey dude, great review. You're super detailed, super practical, and seemingly unbiased. Nice job.

  • @ryanosborne9769
    @ryanosborne97698 жыл бұрын

    I thought it looked familiar where you were driving. Got to love PNW! Awesome video by the way.

  • @TheCe1ticZombie
    @TheCe1ticZombie8 жыл бұрын

    Great review.

  • @DevDreCW
    @DevDreCW8 жыл бұрын

    Incredibly in-depth. Very cool

  • @gonchicab21
    @gonchicab215 жыл бұрын

    such a good review, good job!

  • @skepticalmechanic
    @skepticalmechanic8 жыл бұрын

    Great review! Thanks for the ride!

  • @dunwitch
    @dunwitch8 жыл бұрын

    Great review, I just bought a 2016 and your thorough analysis helped me make my decision.

  • @foxkenji

    @foxkenji

    4 жыл бұрын

    Corey Geving it’s 2020 and I’m thinking of getting an Outback. How is your outback holding up? Do you think it will last your 10+ years ? Any engine problems?

  • @ar43r
    @ar43r4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for dB information!!! Finally some information relevant for everyday Autobahn driver

  • @GUAMchild671
    @GUAMchild6719 жыл бұрын

    Good review! Very informative and clearly understood

  • @fightingfalconfan
    @fightingfalconfan9 жыл бұрын

    Good review; I think I know where you are for the reviews.

  • @ahmadalhaji
    @ahmadalhaji8 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the great review for my car of the future.

  • @lbljlionel4862
    @lbljlionel48624 жыл бұрын

    Very good and professional review. Thanks a lot, really helpful.

  • @KLF-1057
    @KLF-10575 жыл бұрын

    Very useful review as I choose my first Subaru. Thank you.

  • @xxBoilerMakerxx
    @xxBoilerMakerxx9 жыл бұрын

    What a great review. Thank you.

  • @mikldude9376
    @mikldude93769 жыл бұрын

    Great review , i wish we had you doing this in Australia, keep up the good work.

  • @mwops24
    @mwops249 жыл бұрын

    I own one these and it is amazing..actually took it off road today and pulled a little truck stuck in the mud👌

  • @thatguyfor2adefendtheconst732
    @thatguyfor2adefendtheconst7328 жыл бұрын

    very nicely edited video

  • @tomhammond89
    @tomhammond895 жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love your reviews because it makes me feel like I'm there checking out the car lol. I only wish it was a manual :(

  • @djdujour1168
    @djdujour11684 жыл бұрын

    Great detailed review. Thank you.

  • @cjohanning10
    @cjohanning103 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Test driving one soon.

  • @viyau10
    @viyau10 Жыл бұрын

    Very good review there pal

  • @findingApex
    @findingApex8 жыл бұрын

    Great review! Keep up the good work!

  • @pbmdh
    @pbmdh6 жыл бұрын

    Amazing car review. Extremely detailed. Subbed for doing a great job.

  • @johnkdaugherty
    @johnkdaugherty9 жыл бұрын

    Really well done video. Great work!

  • @bowman4502
    @bowman45027 жыл бұрын

    Great review

  • @LA6UOA
    @LA6UOA6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the review! We bought our 2013 Subaru Outback to day!! :-)

  • @MD-star
    @MD-star3 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful review. Thanks

  • @Haru-Kei
    @Haru-Kei9 жыл бұрын

    Great review as always, Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

  • @lion1896
    @lion18968 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for a very elaborate review.

  • @redmanhigh
    @redmanhigh9 жыл бұрын

    Seems that your Mobil 1 grey sharpie has plenty of ink left xD Great review as always. Always loved the subie outback.

  • @ecleoidol5739
    @ecleoidol57399 жыл бұрын

    btw thank you for the detailed reviews. Keep it up.

  • @molaroismorais1955
    @molaroismorais19556 жыл бұрын

    Great review..

  • @KleWdSide
    @KleWdSide8 ай бұрын

    Still a very good car nearly 8 years later.

  • @fjzar
    @fjzar9 жыл бұрын

    Good review!

  • @kimanikim8441
    @kimanikim84416 жыл бұрын

    i love your review

  • @846524162
    @8465241629 жыл бұрын

    Great vid boss, always enjoy these reviews.

  • @billowytrots8366

    @billowytrots8366

    9 жыл бұрын

    ey b0ss

  • @KenRuns09
    @KenRuns092 жыл бұрын

    I’m buying this car!!! Thank you for the review 😄

  • @NRP1991
    @NRP19919 жыл бұрын

    what a great video!!!

  • @Mortalomena
    @Mortalomena9 жыл бұрын

    Those roads look amazing, almost like the ones from the first need for speed for ps1 back in the day.

  • @caoYB
    @caoYB9 жыл бұрын

    Looking forward to test drive the 2.0 DIT Outback later this month

  • @omnymisa
    @omnymisa5 жыл бұрын

    I would like to see it running a bit off road and listen to your impressions in that regard, i think would be very interesting. Thank you!

  • @carlodanao8564
    @carlodanao85649 жыл бұрын

    An excellent review. Detailed explanation on all areas. Can you review the Outback 3.6R and the 2.0 Diesel?

  • @mfp15rrh
    @mfp15rrh7 жыл бұрын

    hi im roger sorry i forgot your name but i really enjoyed your review on the subaru outback yes they are great car's i soon will be getting another one 2016 outback yer awsome man you know yer stuff

  • @newenglandrailvideos5222
    @newenglandrailvideos52228 жыл бұрын

    because we saw this great review of this out back my dad and I went to get this car yesterday

  • @EngineeringExplained

    @EngineeringExplained

    8 жыл бұрын

    +NECrailfan 822 You hear that Subaru? :) Congrats on the new ride!

  • @newenglandrailvideos5222

    @newenglandrailvideos5222

    8 жыл бұрын

    Thanks and keep up with the great videos

  • @foxkenji

    @foxkenji

    4 жыл бұрын

    New England Rail Videos it’s 2020. How is your Outback doing so far? Would you say you made a good purchase ?

  • @Ahtraihue
    @Ahtraihue4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @Cyberdeamon
    @Cyberdeamon9 жыл бұрын

    Best things about wagons? The ability to chuck a single mattress in the back and crash in it overnight while on long trips. Miss my old 97 Camry.

  • @TheAleksa27
    @TheAleksa279 жыл бұрын

    Another amazing review in a row! I loved the off-road part of the Toyota Tundra review and I would LOVE to see you testing all the off-road/crossover vehicles off-road. It doesnt have to be 15 min off-road driving but a couple of bumps/hills/terrains... here and there so people can see, since a lot of people choose crossovers cause they plan on going off-road in certain situations. Keep up the good work!!

  • @EngineeringExplained

    @EngineeringExplained

    9 жыл бұрын

    Aleksa Nikolic Yep, I agree the part was fun - the challenging part is it requires approval each time from the manufacturer. Because the TRD Pro was clearly built for off-road use, I took it off-road (and then asked for forgiveness, as I didn't know I needed to ask for permission). Ultimately, several things will make a vehicle capable in rougher terrain: 4WD/AWD and ground clearance (as well as tire selection) probably play the biggest role, which this has. Obviously other smaller things like differentials, suspension travel, etc., but this is certainly set-up to be capable for mild use off the beaten path.

  • @eugenrommel9984
    @eugenrommel99843 жыл бұрын

    Really like Outback, ideal car for my lifestyle

  • @jarretbyrd1
    @jarretbyrd17 жыл бұрын

    Great & thorough review! You have a new fan.. But on the highway, consider not Cruising in the passing lane. Pet peeve.. Blessings - JB

  • @Brian-dd2df
    @Brian-dd2df8 жыл бұрын

    Hooray he didn't review the most expensive model.

  • @sunvavachi
    @sunvavachi9 жыл бұрын

    Thinking about this one.

  • @Tonyconner74
    @Tonyconner747 ай бұрын

    This is how a video should be done...🎉

  • @dleivam
    @dleivam9 жыл бұрын

    Great review, but I can't stop thinking about the April's fool day video :-)

  • @tomtodo834
    @tomtodo83410 ай бұрын

    Thanks

  • @brandonwright2067
    @brandonwright20674 жыл бұрын

    I love my 2011 Outback limited loaded mostly because it doesn’t have all those nanny controls

  • @WHBLT
    @WHBLT4 жыл бұрын

    The best car review I have ever seen....:/

  • @raylynch8850
    @raylynch88508 жыл бұрын

    like your shows.

  • @gary01453
    @gary014538 жыл бұрын

    Gr8 review I'm seriously considering an Outback right now! Have an infiniti m35x but mpg and ground clearance can't touch OB

  • @bugsyborromeo

    @bugsyborromeo

    7 жыл бұрын

    Have a look at a forester as well, same size, shaped different

  • @Sirweks
    @Sirweks5 жыл бұрын

    Good job..

  • @BlueL1n3
    @BlueL1n37 жыл бұрын

    Have the '15 Outback Limited with EyeSight, love the car, just wish they offered it in manual in the US. One thing about the infotainment/AC panel that has bugged me is the placement of the clock, feels very much like an afterthought.

  • @joslinnick
    @joslinnick9 жыл бұрын

    My dad has this exact same car and really likes it.

  • @JesusGodHolySpirit3

    @JesusGodHolySpirit3

    9 жыл бұрын

    Nick Joslin I love what this car has; but I don't have it yet - I am reviewing my options. What does your dad like and dislike about this car? Can you tell me?

  • @joslinnick

    @joslinnick

    9 жыл бұрын

    I don't really think he has had many negative things to say about it thus far.

  • @JesusGodHolySpirit3

    @JesusGodHolySpirit3

    9 жыл бұрын

    Nick Joslin Okay; what then does he like about it?

  • @IntoTheWild361

    @IntoTheWild361

    2 жыл бұрын

    Your dads a smart man, I bought mine yesterday it’s the best vehicle I’ve owned

  • @lilyparas7415
    @lilyparas74154 жыл бұрын

    My car love it thanks

  • @swayingGrass
    @swayingGrass9 жыл бұрын

    Need some city driving vid... Want to know how you drive in the city

  • @Liamissocolllike
    @Liamissocolllike9 жыл бұрын

    You should have a Tahoe or Yulon next on your list of reviews. I would really like to see your opinion on big SUV's. Happy Easter

  • @EngineeringExplained

    @EngineeringExplained

    9 жыл бұрын

    I'm going to have an Escalade soon.

  • @mikeessary4925
    @mikeessary49255 жыл бұрын

    Loved this review!! I'm looking at 2016 and 2015 limited. Which one would you choose sir?

  • @Skillow
    @Skillow6 жыл бұрын

    Interesting to see that I never see Outback reviews that show that you can store the cargo cover under the floor, on top of the jack

  • @jay4627
    @jay46275 жыл бұрын

    Wish you would have tested the flat 6, but still a great review

  • @Death-Squad90
    @Death-Squad908 жыл бұрын

    Great car but hate the CVT. Manual gearbox is okay since it is direct drive.

  • @cls63amgwagon34
    @cls63amgwagon349 жыл бұрын

    If you can find it (it's pretty rare) I suggest you review a Kia Rio5 SX fully loaded. It's a god car

  • @vischo
    @vischo7 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review, as always loaded with the technical stuff nobody else seems to care about. I had a 2014 Forester - bought in 2013 - and traded it in for a 2015 VW Tiguan, I loved the Forester but the infotainment was awful - it was the older one, which looks like an old Pioneer radio - and suspension was too rough for me having a small child back then. I've always wanted an Outback, but I really didn't like the old model, now this one looks way nicer and rugged. Haven't had a test drive yet. My main concern by now is that the VW has a very solid, sturdy feel to it, and really superb fit & finish, also well loaded with gadgets and small details aimed to make life easier; for instance it has a fatigue detection system, lumbar support not only travels front and back, but also up and down so you can hit right on the spot, all 4 windows have anti trapping system and one touch up/down in every door, and even though the audio system is not the biggest one - it's not the Fender system -, it has a very nice 8 speaker system that sounds extremely well. Seats in the VW are excellent too. And it has the most brilliant engine I've ever had in a car, punchy as hell. Its weakest points are visibility - compared to Subaru at least -, premium fuel consumption - 2.0 TSI + 4Motion - and space, for 2nd row seats and cargo, considering I'm about 6'2" I usually take most of the space of the poor soul that will sit behind me. I'd love to know what's your opinion on this trade. Thank you.

  • @abdallaamg297

    @abdallaamg297

    Жыл бұрын

    I wonder if by now you changed the VW to the Outback? VW are great overall but their engines and gearboxes unreliable. They all drink oil

  • @vischo

    @vischo

    Жыл бұрын

    @@abdallaamg297 I had the VW for 4 years without any problems. I traded it for an Outback, kept it for a couple of years, no problems, but 2.5 with no turbo and a CVT is not a good mix. Traded the Outback for a V6 Sorento and that was a nice change. The Sorento quickly developed interior noises and the leather sport seats were a bit too hard for my taste, you feel it on long trips; traded it in for a new Edge, that one offers a very good mix of power, tech and comfort.

  • @oldsteamguy
    @oldsteamguy4 жыл бұрын

    great for mulch

  • @martinsomething304
    @martinsomething3045 жыл бұрын

    Great review. I have an A4 avant 2018, except for The noise level and 190hk tdi i always Wonder what could have been. Next one is tesla, outback or a6

  • @jimdevilbiss9125
    @jimdevilbiss91259 жыл бұрын

    As many have said the best detailed review. Will you be doing one on the Subaru Forester? Thanks for all the information. Sales people should view these as many do not know much about their cars. 2012 Outback

  • @andrewthepanda95
    @andrewthepanda956 жыл бұрын

    He live in the Pacific Northwest I new those roads look familiar I don't live far from where he was driving.

  • @chrisswoboda
    @chrisswoboda7 жыл бұрын

    I actually very much prefer the navigation system in my 2017 outback as compared to apple maps!

  • @papayaman123
    @papayaman1239 жыл бұрын

    "Well that's probably enough work for today" hahaha

  • @lindaqueen2757
    @lindaqueen27573 жыл бұрын

    Excellent Reviews & very heloful. Please review & rate the Toyota Rav 4. Great Subby reviews.

  • @Alvnb521
    @Alvnb5218 жыл бұрын

    I find the mpg on the display to be at least 1 mpg higher than it actually is. I think the body roll is a good safety feature to discourage me from doing anything stupid.. One feature of the parking brake most people don't notice: If you apply the parking brake with your seat belt on, and it is in gear, it can be used as a hold, and will release when the accelerator is pressed.

  • @Dallashygienist

    @Dallashygienist

    7 ай бұрын

    Ty !! About to buy one.

  • @misterdimas6187
    @misterdimas61879 жыл бұрын

    Great video but I feel you didn't talk about brake response, throttle stiffness, and pushing the car much. Other than that its good.

  • @edwinlee4
    @edwinlee49 жыл бұрын

    hi, is it possible that in the future you use the old fashion way to calculate the mpg? cause I don't really trust the dash, like my ct200h, everytime it overstates 2mpg. Thanks.

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