Hello, just got back with my 2013 Outback, come from a long line of Nissan vehicles, 2 Xterras and a Titan. Downsized to the Outback due to no longer needing a truck and hating the MPG of pretty much everything Nissan has to offer right now.
Had an awesome experience dealing with Cole & Scott the Internet & Fleet Managers at Subaru Superstore in Gilbert, AZ. Gave me top dollar in trade for the Titan, so very happy.
Test drove a completely loaded 3.6R Limited with every option available with 27k miles and was very tempted, but ultimately I think the 2.5Ltr makes a bit more sense - particularly with the Timing Chain now rather than a belt on the older ones. Very surprised by the CVT Transmission, I did test drive a manual trans but really didn't like the bush botton parking brake and tall 1st gear.
I think me and my family will be very happy with this Outback and I will likely be a regular visitor here.
Plan on getting the thing a little dusty on some dirt roads here in Arizona very soon.