Consumer Reports New Cars – November 2019

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Subaru WRX

With its blistering acceleration and tenacious cornering grip, the

WRX is built for the enthusiast driver. A manual is standard, and the

optional CVT has eight predetermined ratios that the driver controls

via steering-wheel paddles. Power is abundant, handling is nimble,

and the WRX is very capable on a track. But the ride is very stiff and

choppy, and the clunky shifter and abrupt clutch engagement make

the WRX frustrating as a daily driver. The higher-performance WRX

STI has a different transmission and suspension, and a more power-

ful 310-hp engine. Subaru’s EyeSight safety system, including auto-

matic emergency braking and lane departure warning, is optional.

Recent updates include enhanced suspension tuning, interior refine-

ments, and some new features.

Overall Score 53

Predicted Reliability 01

Owner Satisfaction 03

Road-Test Score 75

Front-Crash Prevention Opt.

Base Price: $27,195-$41,395

Body Styles: sedan

Trim Lines: Base, Limited, Premium,

STI, STI Limited, STI S209

Drive Wheels: AWD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear

Engines: 2.0-liter 4 turbo (268 hp);

2.5-liter 4 turbo (310 hp); 2.5-liter 4

turbo (341 hp)

Transmissions: 6-speed manual; CVT

Length (in.)..................... 180

Width (in.) ......................69

Height (in.) ......................58

Wheelbase (in.) .................103

Weight (lb.) ..................3,320

% weight front/rear .......... 60/40

Max. Load (lb.) ................ 850

Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 11

Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NR

Premium

CR overall mpg ..................26

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average

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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback wagon has a long-running reputation as a

smart alternative to an SUV, and the redesigned 2020 model doesn’t

stray from its proven formula. This next-generation Outback gains

elegance in its exterior design, while adding comfort and conve-

nience features. The base 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine also gains

a few horsepower. The old six-cylinder is replaced with a 260-hp

turbocharged four-cylinder on the XT trim. Both engines are teamed

with a continuously variable transmission. Fuel economy is said to

increase with both powertrains. All Legacy versions will be equipped

with EyeSight, a suite of advanced safety and driver assist systems,

including automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning,

lane departure warning, lane centering, and adaptive cruise control.

Overall Score NA

Predicted Reliability 04

Owner Satisfaction 04

Road-Test Score NA

Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 05

Base Price: $26,000-$45,000E

Body Styles: wagon

Trim Lines: Base, Limited, Onyx XT,

Premium, Touring, XT

Drive Wheels: AWD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear

Engines: 2.4-liter 4 turbo (260 hp);

2.5-liter 4 (182 hp)

Transmissions: CVT

Length (in.)..................... NA

Width (in.) .....................NA

Height (in.) .....................NA

Wheelbase (in.) .................NA

Weight (lb.) ....................NA

% weight front/rear .............NA

Max. Load (lb.) .................NA

Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. NA

Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........3,500

Regular

EPA combined mpg ..............29 Better than average

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