Six Star Magazine Six Star Magazine Autumn 2007 | Page 17

Championship. The heavy-duty, long-travel suspension features the same revised geometry as on the new Legacy, reducing the impact of bump steer and improving overall stability. With all of these refinements, the new Outback is more qualified than ever to tackle the demands of the average cottage road, campground or mountain pass. Value is standard The Subaru Outback comes standard with a long list of features and offers a number of value-added packages that produce even more comfort, convenience and performance. The Outback 2.5i is available with a Touring Package that includes a power, twin-panel glass moonroof, heated front seats, Outback 2.5i (Limited Package) Outback 3.0R (Premier Package) 17-inch alloy wheels and a limited-slip viscous-type rear differential. The Limited Package adds to those features the following: Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC), Variable Torque Distribution (VTD), leather upholstery and a premium sound system with SRS WOW™ audio enhancement. Opting for the turbocharged Outback 2.5XT is an easy choice – this high-performer offers so many standard features, there are no options packages available. These features include the heated, power front sport seats, automatic dual-zone climate control, raised-profile roof rails with lockable crossbars, and perforated leather upholstery. On the engineering side, the 2.5XT also gains VTD (5EAT SS only) and VDC. Last but not least, the 6-cylinder Outback 3.0R is also generously equipped in standard form. But the addition of the Premier Package gives this rugged sport utility wagon genuine luxury appeal. The package includes premium upgraded speakers, power moonroof, leather upholstery, power front seats with lumbar support and a GPS DVD-based navigation system with touch-screen display. With a series of significant refinements, a long list of standard features and a hard-earned