The Subaru Outback is now in its fifth generation and has really come of age – and for those looking for a capable semi off-road estate with bags of character, this is well worth considering. It represents a genuinely strong proposition in a growing sector of the UK car market. It's not short of rivals, which include the Audi A4 Allroad and the excellent Volkswagen Passat Alltrack. But the Outback is less of an estate-on-stilts than these cars, with a near-purpose-built style that shouts SUV without the compromises that come with these cars. Vauxhall's Insignia Country Tourer probably deserves a mention here too, though none of the above can hold a candle to the Subaru when the going gets tough. The Skoda Octavia Scout – while cheaper, smaller and slightly less capable off-road – is probably closest to the Outback in essence, simply in terms of its rugged, utilitarian character.Built for those who demand the versatility and reliability of an off-roader, along with the space and comfort of a large estate car, it's styled to look rugged, and Subaru claims the general idea for the current model was 'more Outback'.And what a practical, capable car this is. It's Subaru's flagship vehicle, selling in the hundreds of thousands worldwide, and it's one that perfectly reflects the brand's core values. It's hugely able on the road, nearly imperious off, has acres of space inside and cabin quality has moved up a notch too. It's not a big seller in the UK, but that's 12v Power Socket - Centre Console, 18in Alloy Wheels - Aluminium, 7in VGA Centre Display for Satellite Nav, Active Torque Vectoring, Adaptive Cruise Control, Airbags - Curtains, Airbags - Driver SRS, Airbags - Front Side SRS, Airbags - Knee SRS, Airbags - Passenger SRS, Airbags - Rear Curtain SRS, Anti Dust Filter, Automatic On-Off Headlights, Auxiliary Audio Input Socket in Centre C, BAS - Brake Assist System, Bluetooth Audio, Bluetooth Handsfree Phone Compatibility, Box Sub-Trunk - Under Cargo Storage, Brake Override, Cargo Hooks x4, Centre Console Box, Centre Tray, Climate Control - Dual Zone, Daytime Running Lights, Defrosters - Front and Side, Door Mirrors - Power Folding and Heated , D
