I'm currently looking for a 5th Gen diesel, BUT...

After watching all the youtube Outback reviews in the world, many of them said the 5th gen petrol was underpowered so I kind of dismissed it.

With work I sometimes have to drive hundreds of miles and then into a field or down tracks with a loaded up boot and passengers BUT as i'm finding it difficult to find a suitable diesel, I'd love to hear from petrol owners if theres a noticeable lack of power going up inclines with loaded cars. I'm also considering A/T tyres and even a lift (1.5-2in) but with less torque in the petrol, I'm thinking a lift might be wasted?

I'm coming out of a BMW 540i G31 which had all the power, space and comfort but it was set up for speed. I don't expect the Outback to be the same but i'd like it to be 'capable'. I mostly got low to mid 30's loaded and in eco during spring/summer, I could get 42-44 with normal luggage in the back! How does that compare?

Has anyone set their cars up to be a little more 'off-road'?

Thanks

Looking though all the old posts on the site, i'm actually now leaning towards an 18-19 petrol :)

From my memory reading all the issues on the diesel engine you may be wise to consider the petrol version.
Additionally with tighter restrictions on diesel engines it is another nail in the coffin

That was all in the back of my mind.

I just put a deposit down on a petrol so will go and have a look and see if it feel right.

Please let us know how you get on with it

Bought it!

I was surprised at how nippy it was!

Bought from a dealer who is servicing it and its going to subaru for a gearbox service.

So i'm in the club! Will be adding some arches and protection ready for London carparks!

Congratulations and welcome to the Club
Enjoy it and let us know how you get on with it

Excellent news Greyman, would love to see some pictures when you get the chance too 🙂

Will upload when its here.

Bought a load of accessories from Subaru yesterday so that will be a day of fitting at some point. 😃

I could also do with a 12V socket in the boot. Does anyone know is theres a permanent live or something to tap off in the back please?

Here she is!

I have arches and door protectors to go on so watch this space!

Looks fantastic, thanks for posting - I'm biased as mine is the same colour 🙂