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Used 2001 Subaru Outback

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2025
2001
Fuel Economy
21 combined mpg
Horsepower
165 - 212 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
  • H6, 3.0 Liter
Cargo Volume
12.4 - 68.6 cu ft
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2001 Subaru Outback Overview

2001 Subaru Outback Pricing

2001 Subaru Outback pricing starts at $2,427 for the Outback Wagon 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $24,190 when new. The range-topping 2001 Outback VDC Wagon 4D starts at $2,834 today, originally priced from $32,390.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Wagon 4D
$24,190
$2,427
$26,490
$2,435
$27,590
$2,668
$29,990
$2,619
$32,390
$2,834

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2001 Subaru Outback models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Outback Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Subaru Outback (2000-2004) a 4.3 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 86% recommend it. These figures are based on 644 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2001 Subaru Outback

"Good car so far"

"We have had very little problems with our subaru. Here in Seattle, this is the official car of the lower yuppie class. There are 8 on our block. We have never had any reliability issues. When it was new I did however find a few things wrong with it like the seat cushion was unstitching, and one taillight was holding water. The dealer fixed these issues right away without question. We like the space, 4WD, handling, and low road noise. The only detractors are a cheap plastic interior, poor acceleration, and not the best gas mileage for such poor pep...(20mpg avg). I had an old 1985 subie wagon with a pathetic 96hp 4cyl that got 34mpg. I wish they would target a 30mpg car with moderate performance."

"Still tons of these on the road, I can see why"

"I bought this from my mechanic 2 years ago with 229,000 miles on it. Already somewhat "beat up" (I got it dirt cheap, under $1K) it has been very reliable and has not given me any problems since almost 30K miles later. It was barely run for 2 months during the COVID lockdowns and still no problems after that. Much like Ford Taurus and many Toyotas, I see tons of 20 or so year old Outbacks (I can tell from the style) on the road. It's clearly a beater!"

"Rock solid"

"Other than the head gasket recall, the car has been absolutely worry free. If you get one used, make sure the head gasket has been replaced, though I think this applies only to the 2000-2002 4-cylinder Outbacks. The exhaust shield rattles too - it's annoying, but not harmful. Currently at 140K miles - oil changes at about 6K mile intervals, with, uh, less than religious maintenance. Not a lot of passing power, but gets the job done. Gearing is a bit tall as it runs 3500rpm in 5th. I think the heater is kind of slow, although the A/C is awesome. Mileage is okay, not great - about 21 city, 27 highway - I average around 23 mpg in mixed driving. The car is a bit narrow, so 3 across in the rear seat is cramped. The front seats are comfy for long trips though - they've stayed fairly firm over the 10 years I've owned this car."

Overall 2001 Subaru Outback Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2001 Subaru Outback is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2001 Subaru Outback quality a 4.4 out of 5.

2001 Subaru Outback Reliability

The 2001 Subaru Outback receives an average consumer rating of 4.3 overall and a 4.4 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2001 Outback Features

According to drivers of the 2001 Outback, here are some of its best features:

  • Durable, hardy, spacious
  • Name it, it's all great.
  • Reliable powerful versatile great for traveling
  • Fun to drive, reliable, everything I need
  • AWD wagon, reliabilty, good looks

2001 Subaru Outback MPG by Trim

2001 Outback Wagon 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

2001 Outback Limited Sedan 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

2001 Outback Limited Wagon 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

2001 Outback Safety

2001 Subaru Outback Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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2001 Subaru Outback
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.3
Consumer Rating
Based on 644 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.4
Performance
4.4
Quality
4.4
Comfort
4.4
Reliability
4.4
Styling
4.5

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2001 Subaru Outback Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Wagon 4D
$2,427
21 MPG
165 @ 5600 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
68.6 cu ft
166 lb-ft
3490 lbs
Limited Wagon 4D
$2,668
21 MPG
165 @ 5600 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
68.6 cu ft
166 lb-ft
3575 lbs
LL Bean Wagon 4D
$2,619
N/A
212 @ 6000 RPM
H6, 3.0 Liter
68.6 cu ft
210 lb-ft
3715 lbs
VDC Wagon 4D
$2,834
N/A
212 @ 6000 RPM
H6, 3.0 Liter
68.6 cu ft
210 lb-ft
3735 lbs
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2001 Subaru Outback Depreciation

A 2001 Subaru Outback has depreciated $618 or 23% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,973 and trade-in value of $663.

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2001 Subaru Outback Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$227
$2,591
$1,346
2023
$519
$2,072
$681
2024
$69
$2,003
$695
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$30
$1,973
$663
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2001 Subaru Outback Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3490 lbs.
EPA Passenger
95.9 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
95.9 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
16.9 gallons
Front Head Room
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room
43.3 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Minimum Ground Clearance
7.3 inches
Overall Length
187.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room
53.9 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
2000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
68.6 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
36.7 feet
Wheel Base
104.3 inches
Width with mirrors
68.7 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Roof Rails
Available
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
19 mpg
Highway
25 mpg
Combined
21 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission Type
Manual
5 speed
Available

Performance

Horsepower
165 @ 5600 RPM
Torque
166 @ 4000 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Third Row Seat
  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

2001 Subaru Outback Safety

2001 Subaru Outback Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
2000 rating shown. 2001 may differ.
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0
Front Side
4.0
Rear Side
5.0

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Price
$2,427
$2,498
$2,202
$2,666
Consumer Rating
4.3
4.4
4.0
3.9
Fuel Economy
City 19/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG
City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG
City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG
City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity5555
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
4 years or 50000 miles
Horsepower
165 @ 5600 RPM
124 @ 5600 RPM
129 @ 5400 RPM
170 @ 5500 RPM
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.9 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.9 Liter
Drivetrain
AWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

2001 Subaru Outback Rankings

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FAQs

Is 2001 a good year for a Subaru Outback?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.3 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2001 Outback is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Subaru Outback 2001 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.3 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2001 Outback is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2001 Subaru Outback?

The 2001 Subaru Outback gets 19 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.

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