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Verdict
Raised estate with all-wheel drive, rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP (test of 2014). The documented faults are rather nuisances (battery draining, jerking from the Lineartronic gearbox, windscreens cracking with EyeSight); the diesel needs to be driven on the open road so that its particulate filter does not clog.
- Reliability
- 4.0/5
- Indicative prices
- €7,500 – €37,000
- Monthly cost
- €525
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 2.5i Lineartronic, 2.0D manuelle.
2.5i Lineartronic
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Automatic · 175 hp · 8.6 L/100 km · Crit'Air 1
2.5-litre boxer with 175 hp and Lineartronic continuously variable gearbox. The only petrol version found in the sources.
2.0D manuelle
✓ RecommendedDiesel · Manual · 150 hp · Crit'Air 2
150 hp boxer turbo diesel with 350 Nm and 6-speed manual gearbox.
2.0D Lineartronic
Diesel · Automatic · 150 hp · 6.3 L/100 km · 166 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 2
Same 150 hp, 350 Nm diesel with Lineartronic gearbox; 6.3 L/100 km announced by La Tribune Auto (2015).
Market prices
€7,500 – €37,000
Indicative range: 2016 to 2020, 38,000 to 253,000 km, online listings from private and dealer sellers aggregated by LeParking.
Collected on 13 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Clogged particulate filter and oil dilution (diesel)
Severity 2/3 · CostlyThe diesel's particulate filter is very sensitive to short journeys; incomplete regeneration can dilute the oil. The Car Checker report also mentions clogging of the EGR valve.
- Versions
- 2.0D manuelle, 2.0D Lineartronic
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Battery draining
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingOwners report a battery that empties or fails; one explanation put forward is that an electronic module does not go into standby and draws current when the car is switched off.
- Versions
- 2.5i Lineartronic, 2.0D manuelle, 2.0D Lineartronic
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Jerking and hesitation of the Lineartronic gearbox
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingThe continuously variable gearbox can judder or hesitate at low speed under light acceleration. Subaru has updated its software several times; reprogramming the control unit has sometimes improved things.
- Versions
- 2.5i Lineartronic, 2.0D Lineartronic
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Cracked windscreen (EyeSight camera)
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingOwners and a US class action report windscreens that crack; replacement costs more because the EyeSight camera has to be recalibrated. Subaru denies any defect.
- Versions
- 2.5i Lineartronic, 2.0D manuelle, 2.0D Lineartronic
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Subaru Outback”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €212 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €64 |
| Maintenance | €26 |
| Depreciation | €223 |
| Total per month | €525 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€212
2.5i Lineartronic version: combined consumption of 8.6 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
8.6 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €212
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€64
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€26
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€223
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Subaru Outback V (BS) — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Have the fault codes read and ask whether the software updates (Lineartronic gearbox, control unit) were carried out by Subaru.
- Test drive at low speed under light load: look for jerking, hesitation or vibration from the Lineartronic.
- Test the battery and check that there has been no abnormal drain while the car was parked.
- Inspect the windscreen (cracks) and check that the EyeSight camera works properly.
- Diesel: check the oil level and condition (dilution), the DPF regeneration history and how the car is used (short trips or open road).
Questions to ask the seller
- How has the car been used (short city trips, or motorway and open-road driving)?
- Has the windscreen or battery been replaced? Has the EyeSight camera been recalibrated?
- Do you have the service invoices (oil changes, gearbox) and proof that the software updates were done?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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Škoda Octavia
III · 2013–2020
- Price
- €9,495 – €18,900
- Reliability
- 2.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Škoda Superb
III · 2015–2024
- Price
- €13,700 – €36,000
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Photo: Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0
Volkswagen Passat
B8 · 2014–2023
- Price
- €10,000 – €24,000
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Toyota RAV4
IV · 2012–2018
- Price
- €9,500 – €19,600
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
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Subaru XV
II · 2017–2023
- Price
- €15,000 – €24,000
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Hybrid
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Subaru Outback V (BS) (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Euro NCAP rating of the Subaru Outback?
5 stars, according to La Tribune Auto and Autozine (December 2014 test): 85% for adult protection, 87% for children, 70% for pedestrians and 73% for driver assistance.
What is the boot capacity of the Outback?
512 litres according to the km77 listing. La Tribune Auto gives 526 litres for 5 seats and 1,677 litres with the rear seats folded; the sources do not explain the difference.
Which engines are found in France?
A 175 hp 2.5i petrol with Lineartronic gearbox and a 150 hp 2.0D diesel, with either a 6-speed manual or Lineartronic gearbox (La Tribune Auto, Auto-Selection).
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