CVT issues were fixed in 2016
CVT issues were fixed in 2016 or 2017; there aren't really issues with them anymore, at least, they have statistically the same reliability as AT and MT trans. I have a 2017 FXT and beat it silly off road, but it performs admirably. Wish they came with an intercooler in America like they do in Australia and UK. That makes it much better to drive off road, on steep hills, towing, etc. All in all, the CVTs in the newer Subarus do well, and stats/personal experience both reflect this.