2016 Subaru Outback Earns Kelley Blue Book’s 16 Best Family Cars of 2016

Herb Gordon Subaru is thrilled to announce that the 2016 Outback recently made Kelley Blue Book’s 16 Best Family Cars of 2016. In other words, the Outback not only meets the needs of families, it surpasses them, putting an emphasis on outstanding room for both passengers and cargo, as well as having excellent off-road capability.

The Award

Kelley Blue Book is the top provider of new and used vehicle information. Its team extensively tested and evaluated 24 different vehicles for two weeks, spending this time focusing on safety, comfort, convenience, spaciousness for both passengers and cargo, and the fit of several child safety car seats.

Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst of Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com, spoke in depth about the testing these vehicles had to undergo, saying, “For two weeks we drove, lived-with, folded down-seats-of, paired phones-to and installed-baby-seats in each and every one of the contenders. We loaded cargo, toted rowing teams to marinas – in short, we did everything that you and your family might do with a vehicle day-to-day.”

The Winning Model

He and the rest of the KBB team were impressed by way the the 2016 Outback combines confident design, standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, spacious interior, award-winning safety technology, and exemplary fuel efficiency. When equipped with the optional EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, this model earned the 2016 TOP SAFETY PICK award and the 2016 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award from IIHS. Additionally, this model represents the “go anywhere” vehicle with its acclaimed Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and its incredible safety, drivability, and durability achievements.

To test-drive the Outback or one of our many other outstanding Subaru vehicles, contact us today.

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