The Outback is great, not
The Outback is great, not like a turtle. I don't know about the VW but it looks like a good competitor. For us, the Outback has been a great car, with excellent long-distance road comfort. Since we want a high-clearance vehicle for potential off-road use, the Outback is perfect. Lower road clearance would be a problem. 4WD has been a great feature. It really depends on what you value when buying a car.