r/Subaru_Outback

Upgraded to a 2026 Wilderness edition, it’s definitely an upgrade from my 2023 Onyx XT. I am loving it!

I mainly trying to figure out what I could expect within the next 100,000 miles historically. What are somewhat common/tends to happen type of things after this generation/year hits 100,000 miles?
I’m not necessarily expecting to drive this car another 100K, but it’s possible.

I acquired the car 18 months ago, having put 34K miles on it. The car was super clean and well taken care of. Mainly highway usage. Since I’ve purchased it, I have done every recommended Subaru inspection, oil changes every 5000 miles, and proper maintenance. I haven’t really had any issues with the car at all since I bought it. However I definitely tend to be a “more aggressive“ driver. Meaning I might take corners fast and because this is a turbo, I like to accelerate.

So I definitely don’t drive the car like a grandma. And I do take it on long road trips somewhat often and some of those places can have rougher roads. Would love to know what I could potentially expect over the next 100,000 miles

I’ve wanted a Subaru my whole life. Finally got one this past weekend. I bought a 2021 Outback Touring XT with 40k on her. I’ve been doing a lot of reading about how to best care for it as I know they need a little more than most vehicles. I’m starting to trip myself out and thought I’d ask here if anyone has any advice on when I need service/what service I need at this point. Very excited and happy to be in the Subaru fam! Pics for tax!

2012 subaru outback 2.5, im just curious of what this holder or whatever it could be in the middle console of my outback could be for? Is it an attachment for something?

Just happened about 15 minutes ago. Doesn't look good for the driver.

Traffic is a nightmare, avoid this area if possible.

I have no idea what is going on. My car gave ZERO problems. Now it won’t even start???

EDIT: jumped the battery, got it to start! Thank everyone for the help. I am a new driver and this is my first car. I’m still learning and I really appreciate this community!! Now I’m off to buy a new battery!

I was changing my oil and accidentally added this Liquid Moly AFTER I had added the oil and filled it up instead of doing it before. I didn’t double check and read the instructions and apparently you are supposed to put this in BEFORE you drain it. So as of now, the new oil and this additive are currently sitting in my engine. Will this cause any harm in the future? Do I need to drain all the current oil and refill to get this out of the system so it doesn’t stay sitting in there? Stupid mistake I know, but any advice is appreciated. Not sure if this will cause any harm or not.

So im getting the oil changed and tires rotated when they tell me my foglights are broke and need replacing.

So i see the price they had and i google the aftermatket upgrade and say "better options are half the price. No thanks"

I drive to a parking garage to see what it going on myself and BEHOLD!!....the lights work fine.

Should i report this? If i wasn't so careful i might be out 800 bucks. Imagine if i 100% trusted the mechanic.

Today I finally tackled the problem with the display’s delamination.
I ordered the part yesterday, it was delivered today, and I got straight to work. Two hours later, the job was done. I have to say that I’m absolutely not handy or technically gifted – this was the first time I’d ever even taken a radio out. So take this as motivation: if I can do it, so can you. Subaru Germany wanted €1,400 from me for this; the display and the tools cost a total of €88 – about $100.
The installation made me break a sweat a bit, but it’s totally doable

should I get the rally armor mud flaps?

First time Subaru owner! Bought CPO ‘23 touring XT in Nov ‘25, named her Perla (color is dark mahogany pearl and had considered Pearl as a name for recently adopted kitten). Got 15% tint all around, 5% rear, 50% windshield in March ‘26. I’m considering chrome delete but the chrome is the “pearl” in the color name. Maybe a partial chrome delete? I want to get rain deflectors, bigger wheels, black rims, a thule, and add a towing hitch. I also like the idea of changing the interior lights and adding fog lights. Welcome any thoughts or suggestions!

New to the Outback family, leaving the XJ community after 13 years!

I got 2022 Outback Wilderness.

I just hit 70,000 miles and i’m going to drive this 2019 outback 2.5 premium until its wheels fall off, I think it’s barely broken in though.