Subaru’s position on the used market has grown over the past five years thanks to a series of compelling designs that appeal not only to those searching for practical, all-wheel drive used cars, but also to drivers interested in an extra dose of performance behind the wheel. Used Subaru compacts, mid-size sedans and wagons and crossovers have found a huge audience in northern states where snow and ice are a fact of life during winter time, but the sheer competence of the brand’s lineup has also allowed it to gain serious ground in warmer climates as well. In addition to the reduced prices to be found on award-winning crossovers like the Outback and the Forester, many compact car tuners are attracted to used Subarus like the Impreza WRX. These rally-inspired turbocharged sedans and wagons have become the palette of choice for amateur racers and competitive track drivers across the country, thanks to inexpensive parts and exceptional out of the box performance. Subaru has also managed to inject some additional horsepower and flair into other models, giving vehicles like the Legacy a better chance when compared against secondhand European sedans.Popular Used Subaru Cars Subaru’s excellent stable of competent cars makes it tough to pick favorite; below, we’ll briefly examine three of the most popular used Subaru cars.
• Used Subaru Impreza WRX– The Impreza WRX and the WRX STI are two of the most appealing secondhand sports sedans and wagons on the market. With a very tunable turbocharged four-cylinder engine, radical styling and go-anywhere all-wheel drive, these compact rockets can match up with more exotic – and expensive – machinery for far less money. • Used Subaru Forester – This used Subaru crossover takes the interior space and high seating position of an SUV and marries it with rugged all-wheel drive, responsive steering and suspension and decent power – especially in the turbocharged XT model. The Forester is for many families the ultimate compromise between a full-on sport-utility vehicle and a much more livable sedan. • Used Subaru Legacy – The Subaru Legacy has managed to develop into a very competitive mid-size family car. Also available in wagon form until 2007, the Legacy’s mix of all-wheel drive and generous interior space have matched up well with its pleasing looks.
The Bottom Line On Used Subaru Cars Subaru’s growing status as an automaker has led to secondhand vehicles in some areas trade at a premium. This means that some used car shoppers may have to look around in order to find the best possible deal. From a value perspective, most used Subaru crossovers will be just as capable of taking care of a family’s needs as any much larger and thirstier sport-utility vehicle. From a performance angle, the Subaru WRX and WRX STI offer exceptional bang for the buck.
