Subaru Dominate Resale Value
February 1, 2007 by Alborz Fallah
This is basically common knowledge now, if your going to buy a car, firstly, don’t buy a SAAB unless you like the idea of losing $15,000 every year, but if you like to get in a car which will retain its value, get a Subaru! The latest figures from Glass’s Guide shows Subaru is dominating the top 10 places for retained value in the SUV Compact vehicle category and performing exceptionally well for other categories as well.
“Subaru models have long been top performers in these independently compiled ratings. Retained value can make a significant difference for customers when it comes to selling or trading-in their vehicle. Subaru’s long-term record of excellent retained value is increasingly noted by fleet buyers and private customers alike.” Nick Senior, Managing Director, Subaru Australia
Glass’s Fleet and Residuals Guide, Passenger and Light Commercial Vehicles, for the December 2006 – February 2007 period shows Subaru Forester and Outback variants dominate the top 10 from the age of 12-60 months.
At the 12 month stage, the Subaru Forester models rank first and second and Outback third and fourth, with variants of each model trading the remaining six positions whilst in the medium segment, Liberty takes the top eight and in the small car category, Impreza variants fill the top six spots.
Positions change at 24 months with Outback dominating the top three and Forester fourth and fifth whilst the Liberty has has the top seven and the Impreza has the top four in their respective categories.
At 36 months, Outback ranks first, but Forester variants rank second to eighth. Liberty has the top seven whilst the Impreza has seven in the top 10 including first and second spot.
At 48 months, Forester is first to third and Outback four and fifth. Liberty variants are first and second and also take five other top 10 spots and the Impreza’s appear three times, taking the number one position as well. , while at 60 months Forester takes the top five spots.
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I have tried to read all the jargon, but can you answer a simple question for me?
I have juse purchased a Subaru 2.5i Outback, December last year, so it would be 2006 compliance plates.
I was told to use the BP Ultimate Fuel which is 98% octane. Is this suitable for this vehicle.
Simple answer, should I use BP Ultimate 98% octane or should I drop down to the Premium 95% octane?
Looking for a confirmation of exactly what can or should be used.
Regards,
Gordon Fogarty
After reading all the jargon, can you answer a simple question for me?
I have just purchased a Subaru 2.5i Outback, December last year, so it would be 2006 compliance plates.
I was told to use the BP Ultimate Fuel which is 98% octane. Is this suitable for this vehicle?
Simple answer, should I use BP Ultimate 98% octane or should I drop down to the Premium 95% octane?
Looking for a confirmation of exactly what can or should be used.
Regards,
Gordon Fogarty
the RON rating for your car is 91 so you can use any fuel!
its only the turbo charged subarus that need 98,
however in saying that
BP Ultimate is much better for your engine regardless
GOOD Re-sale Value? HAHA! You are too funny. My 2006 Outback Sedan, which I paid over $33,000 new for, now with only 10,600 miles on it, and the car has never been wrecked and is as good as new.. Guess what the trade in value is!?!? Only $20K. Who is going to take over a $13,000 loss in less than a year on a car that is practically new? No one, the re-sale value on Subaru’s are horrible!
Gordon,
Ive had 5 Subaru’s over the years and always run them on 98RON. Although it is not necesary, it makes a difference long term to economy and power. It is worth the extra few CPL.
Andrew,
Resale in Australia is not what it is in the US. Also trade in value is not indicative of private sale value. I lost $14k in 5 years on a 150000km Forester. That is resale value my friend.