Jump to content
Ford Transit Connect Forum
   

Trade in 2018 Subaru Outback for TC?


jwkruege
 Share

Recommended Posts

We have a 2018 Subaru Outback Premium which we are very happy with, but with our kids getting bigger every day, I think about upgrading in size but don't want a full-size minivan. So the Transit Connect Wagon (we're looking at the LWB passenger wagon as a family vehicle, not commercial) appeals to me since it has virtually the same footprint as the Outback but more internal space. Just soliciting opinions from current TC Wagon owners if you're so inclined to share your experience and talk us into joining the TC owner community.

 

The most important features we like about our Outback that we would lose with a TC are all-wheel drive (we live outside of Chicago) and the 8" touch screen head unit (TC only has 6.5", kind of nitpicky but makes a difference for my middle-aged eyes). I really like the ride of our Outback and the interior fit and finish--I will be test driving a TC soon to compare, but I've read/seen mixed reviews online about its comfort.  I'm also concerned hearing that they are discontinuing the TC in the U.S. next year.

 

Appreciate any input and Happy New Year!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

   
10 hours ago, jwkruege said:

all-wheel drive

 

 

That would be my concern in a snow area.  I don't have snow where I live.  The Transit Connect is good enough in the rain.  Someone else could weigh in on how they have driven in the snow.

 

 

10 hours ago, jwkruege said:

I really like the ride of our Outback and the interior fit and finish

 

 

For me, the Transit Connect is not luxury and comfort.  It does not offer luxury.  It's more of a vehicle which does the job.  I have seating for 7.  There's a lot of space.  The seats fold down for the occasional trip to Home Depot or Ikea.  Everyone can get in with their book bags, sports equipment, groceries, etc.  The ride is bumpy.  There is some road noise.  The HVAC system is loud when you're trying to blow more heat or air conditioning.  

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I actually test drove a 2022 TC yesterday at a local dealer and really liked it.  I give a slight edge to our Outback on ride and interior finish, but the TC was still plenty comfortable and I loved the handling around corners.  If Ford changes their mind and continues selling them in the US after 2023 (or a similar replacement), it will likely be our next vehicle.  I fear getting one used down the road would be a bad idea from the perspective of eventually not being able to get parts (since we would want to keep it probably 10+ years until the kids are out of the house).

Link to comment
Share on other sites

  • 3 weeks later...

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

 Share

×
×
  • Create New...