BenTong Turbocharged February 10, 2016 Share February 10, 2016 How you wish you are sitting in a 2L turbo outback...!? ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
evo171 2nd Gear February 10, 2016 Share February 10, 2016 Hi lurker, Owning a forester'08 turbo model. No major problems, definitely wear-tear small issues. Good ride height (not too high) as it trade off with vehicle stability. Drawbacks were, (1) the sound proofing - both tyre and wind noise, (2) at the back as a high " centre spine" block people from easy getting in and out of the vehicle. All in all, good ride lasted me, 8 years. Just changed to the outback... because backside itchy, want to experience SUV vs. Crossover. However, tried the forester turbo, quieter ride(glad they improved the soundproofing) and definitely more powerful(for turbo). Drawback: interior is less than appealing unless you opt for the premium version one. Premium version meaning the Black Edition? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarylGoh Clutched February 10, 2016 Share February 10, 2016 Premium version meaning the Black Edition? Yes. They have a show piece at Leng Kee showroom. Sport seats and all, but hadn't ask the price. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarylGoh Clutched February 10, 2016 Share February 10, 2016 Thinking of replacing the Outback stock paintwork with those "frozen" matt-type colours? Anyone have experience with this? Maintenance easy? Easy to get scratches? Definitely no need polishing/ wax... I think. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenTong Turbocharged February 10, 2016 Share February 10, 2016 Thinking of replacing the Outback stock paintwork with those "frozen" matt-type colours? Anyone have experience with this? Maintenance easy? Easy to get scratches? Definitely no need polishing/ wax... I think. What's that? Can share more? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarylGoh Clutched February 10, 2016 Share February 10, 2016 What's that? Can share more? This picture from CarWerkz... dunno why cannot attach the link here but can find in this forum. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenTong Turbocharged February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 That looks expensive. If I were u I would go for ecu chip power upgrade. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little_prince Supersonic February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 1.1 L picanto go up genting also no problem lor Hi, I've been looking at Outback and Forester (non turbo). Wondering if any owners have tried driving up Genting and did it have enough power to scale the last leg of the climb or was the engine struggling? Will also be posting on Forester, Legacy threads to garner more feedback. Appreciate all inputs before I make my decision.Thank you !!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadhogger 2nd Gear February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 That looks expensive. If I were u I would go for ecu chip power upgrade.NA waste time and money Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker 1st Gear February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 Thanks for all feedback. Looking to get the Outback . Hope to finalize my deal soon and drive the car up Genting Highlands to enjoy the cool mountair air with the sun roof open Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker 1st Gear February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 Was asked by a fellow Forummer on why I'm selecting Outback over Forester. I guess many potential buyers are also in this dilemma. Although we each have our personal preferences, thought it will be interesting to some to share my reasons behnd my choice as this is one of the purpose of forums i.e. share and learn. Pros of Outback Prefer the quiter ride and more luxurious interior New Outback comes with Rear Vehicle Detection System (check out on Youtube) Don't want the temptation of Turbo and my driving style is more of relaxed type Less common on road as Forester is practically everywhere Prefer the more elegant design compared to the boxy FXT Cons of Outback Slightly higher road tax. But on a per month basis, its only $50 more Not sure about parking in tight places and need to get used to length of Outback Happy to hear from others on their reasoning so undecided buyers can benefit 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinceng Turbocharged February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 (edited) Thanks for all feedback. Looking to get the Outback . Hope to finalize my deal soon and drive the car up Genting Highlands to enjoy the cool mountair air with the sun roof open Congrats. Morning beats the raw brutal power from a N.A. engine, as compared to a "whining" turbo engine (pun intended). Edited February 11, 2016 by Vinceng Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenTong Turbocharged February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 Please la. Deep deep inside we would have preferred a 2.0T outback Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shibadog Turbocharged February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 Please la. Deep deep inside we would have preferred a 2.0T outback or 2.5L outback XT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
evo171 2nd Gear February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 (edited) Was asked by a fellow Forummer on why I'm selecting Outback over Forester. I guess many potential buyers are also in this dilemma. Although we each have our personal preferences, thought it will be interesting to some to share my reasons behnd my choice as this is one of the purpose of forums i.e. share and learn. Pros of Outback Prefer the quiter ride and more luxurious interior New Outback comes with Rear Vehicle Detection System (check out on Youtube) Don't want the temptation of Turbo and my driving style is more of relaxed type Less common on road as Forester is practically everywhere Prefer the more elegant design compared to the boxy FXT Cons of Outback Slightly higher road tax. But on a per month basis, its only $50 more Not sure about parking in tight places and need to get used to length of Outback Happy to hear from others on their reasoning so undecided buyers can benefit Better audio system and better FC too. And size its just a matter of getting use to, although tight turns and carpark can still pose a challenge sometimes. Edited February 11, 2016 by evo171 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linux8998 1st Gear February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 Was asked by a fellow Forummer on why I'm selecting Outback over Forester. I guess many potential buyers are also in this dilemma. Although we each have our personal preferences, thought it will be interesting to some to share my reasons behnd my choice as this is one of the purpose of forums i.e. share and learn. Pros of Outback Prefer the quiter ride and more luxurious interior New Outback comes with Rear Vehicle Detection System (check out on Youtube) Don't want the temptation of Turbo and my driving style is more of relaxed type Less common on road as Forester is practically everywhere Prefer the more elegant design compared to the boxy FXT Cons of Outback Slightly higher road tax. But on a per month basis, its only $50 more Not sure about parking in tight places and need to get used to length of Outback Happy to hear from others on their reasoning so undecided buyers can benefit Hi Lurker, Thanks for sharing. Is the Outback really quieter than the FXT? What will be your choice color for Outback? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenTong Turbocharged February 11, 2016 Share February 11, 2016 Last but not least. It's colder in the outback for rear seat passengers. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker 1st Gear February 12, 2016 Share February 12, 2016 Hi Lurker, Thanks for sharing. Is the Outback really quieter than the FXT? What will be your choice color for Outback? Yes. To me Outback is quieter than Forester. As for colour, this is highly subjective .....just chose what you like ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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