Turbocharged engines often get a bad rap when it comes to long-term reliability, but not all boost is bad news. In fact, some of the most dependable engines ever made just happen to have turbos ...

Subaru and flat, or "boxer" engines are practically synonymous with one another. Beyond the Japanese automaker and Porsche, no other major manufacturer regularly utilizes flat engine configurations ...

According to the 2025 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), Subaru is ranked as the 17th most reliable brand out there. This represents a somewhat worse result compared to 2024's VDS in which ...

Although Subaru didn't invent flat engines, and isn't the only automaker still using them, those motors have become a defining characteristic of the brand. (The same can be said for all-wheel drive, ...

Some brands produce cars, trucks and SUVs that are more reliable than key rivals. While inherent dependability is a huge factor, maintenance also plays a role in vehicle longevity. Some car, truck and ...

Since coming to market in the mid-1990s, the Subaru Outback has dominated the wagon/crossover segment. It’s carved out a unique position that made it the ideal middleground between a traditional ...

Get in-depth unbiased information on the Subaru Outback from Consumer Reports including major redesigns, pricing and performance, and search local inventory ...