November 11, 2009 6:37 PM PST

Subaru takes a baby step toward tech

by Wayne Cunningham
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We had high hopes for the updated Subaru Outback. At recent auto shows, the company seemed like it was going tech-forward, displaying new Harmon Kardon audio systems in the Legacy and Outback. But our review of the 2010 Outback showed us that the company is still well behind the curve of car technology. Sure, the all-wheel-drive system is great, as is the car's general utility. And in how many SUVs can you get a manual transmission? But, aside from that new audio system and a very basic Bluetooth phone system, the new Outback doesn't have much to offer in the cabin tech department.

Read our full review of the 2010 Subaru Outback 2.5i.

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by jcmark42 November 11, 2009 6:52 PM PST
Subaru was never really known for tech; just pure utility and AWD. They must be doing something right if they are still doing better then Honda/ Toyota.
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by DecoyGSX November 11, 2009 10:44 PM PST
I agree, Subaru is function over form. Plus the STi is a great automobile. They could be like Mitsu and put a Rockford Fosgate audio system in that turns itself up and down randomly...
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