Subaru car reviews

All-wheel drive is Subaru's unique selling point: 4x4 is standard on every car that Subaru sells in the UK (apart from the Justy city car). This Japanese brand achieved iconic status with two models in particular: the Impreza (a rally champion turned practical family car) and the Legacy (the country dweller's favourite).

Today, Subaru's glory days show signs of being well and truly over, with a range of rather lacklustre products. But what Subaru lacks in sales performance, it more than makes up for in reliability and aftersales.

New Subaru reviews

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Subaru Forester reviews

Ever since 1997, the Forester has been a left-field choice in the 4x4 SUV market. The Forester is now in its third generation and owners continue to rate it very highly. In terms of appeal, it's half-way between an estate car and a proper 4x4 - a true crossover vehicle along the lines of the Volvo XC70 and Audi A6 Allroad.

Subaru Impreza reviews

Ever since the first Impreza arrived in 1993, UK customers have lapped it up. The Impreza is unusual in that sales have been dominated by the high-performance WRX and STi versions, which do battle with the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, but more basic versions make an interesting and unusual choice too. All Imprezas are four-wheel drive. 

Subaru Justy reviews

The Justy is Subaru's supermini, which has been sold in the UK in several generations dating right back to 1986. The current Justy is merely a rebadged Daihatsu Sirion but it offers a good blend of space and comfort, as well as peerless reliability. The Justy does battle with city cars like the Hyundai i10 and Toyota Aygo.

Subaru Legacy reviews

In many ways, the Legacy defines Subaru's brand identity. It offers safe four-wheel drive handling and great practicality (especially in Sports Tourer estate guise), and owners love its dependability. Now in its fifth generation, the Legacy has a long track record to be proud of. But can it compete in a crowded premium car market dominated by the likes of the BMW 5 Series and Audi A6

Subaru Tribeca reviews

The Subaru Tribeca is a very large SUV in the same class as the BMW X5 and Audi Q7. If you've never seen a Tribeca, that's not too surprising - it's been a very slow seller, partly because it's only sold in petrol form, with no diesel option. Should you become one of the rare breed of Tribeca owners? Find out here. 

Subaru XV reviews

The Subaru XV, launched in 2012, is designed compete in an arena dominated by the Nissan Qashqai: the medium-sized crossover SUV. But does Subaru's expertise with four-wheel drive systems make the XV a front-runner?

Latest model: Subaru XV (2012-)

Used Subaru reviews

6 Used Subaru reviews available

  • Subaru Justy reviews

    1 review available (2007 - 2009) | Used price: from £4,995

    Subaru Justy 1

    The Justy is Subaru's supermini, which has been sold in the UK in several generations dating right back to 1986. The current Justy is merely a rebadged Daihatsu Sirion but it offers a good blend of space and comfort, as well as peerless reliability. The Justy does battle with city cars like the Hyundai i10 and Toyota Aygo.

  • Subaru Tribeca reviews

    1 review available (2006 - 2007) | Used price: from £8,150

    subaru tribeca 1

    The Subaru Tribeca is a very large SUV in the same class as the BMW X5 and Audi Q7. If you've never seen a Tribeca, that's not too surprising - it's been a very slow seller, partly because it's only sold in petrol form, with no diesel option. Should you become one of the rare breed of Tribeca owners? Find out here. 

  • Subaru Legacy reviews

    2 reviews available (2003 - 2011) | Used price: from £3,850

    Subaru Legacy 1

    In many ways, the Legacy defines Subaru's brand identity. It offers safe four-wheel drive handling and great practicality (especially in Sports Tourer estate guise), and owners love its dependability. Now in its fifth generation, the Legacy has a long track record to be proud of. But can it compete in a crowded premium car market dominated by the likes of the BMW 5 Series and Audi A6

  • Subaru Outback reviews

    1 review available (2003 - 2009) | Used price: from £4,375

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  • Subaru Forester reviews

    2 reviews available (2002 - 2012) | Used price: from £3,875

    Subaru Forester 1_ass

    Ever since 1997, the Forester has been a left-field choice in the 4x4 SUV market. The Forester is now in its third generation and owners continue to rate it very highly. In terms of appeal, it's half-way between an estate car and a proper 4x4 - a true crossover vehicle along the lines of the Volvo XC70 and Audi A6 Allroad.

  • Subaru Impreza reviews

    2 reviews available (2000 - 2010) | Used price: from £2,150

    subaru impreza 4

    Ever since the first Impreza arrived in 1993, UK customers have lapped it up. The Impreza is unusual in that sales have been dominated by the high-performance WRX and STi versions, which do battle with the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, but more basic versions make an interesting and unusual choice too. All Imprezas are four-wheel drive. 

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