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SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 94 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Total Tests (2024)

94

Avg Mileage

24,273 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,187

Is the 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SUBARU brand average of 83%.

At 3 years old, 88% of SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 94 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 24,273 miles.

How does the 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars2879th out of 3,373(top 85%)
Rank among all SUBARU models71th out of 193(top 37%)
vs national average+6% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-4% (92% avg)
vs SUBARU average+5% (83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT has 24,273 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 2498cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,187
Per month£182/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT

The 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT is a large car with a 2498cc petrol engine. 94 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 85% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 24,273 miles at 3 years old, SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT Fuel Costs

The 2498cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,187 182/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 SUBARU OUTBACK TOURING SYM AWD CVT

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. Note: with only 94 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

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