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Subaru Liberty 2012 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2012 Subaru Liberty? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2012 Subaru Liberty issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2012 Subaru Liberty in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Used Subaru Liberty and Outback review: 2003-2016
Ewan Kennedy road tests and reviews the 2003, 2004, 2009, 2010 and 2013 Subaru Liberty and Outback as used buys.
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Replacing a Liberty with a similar SUV?

The XV will be fine around town but is very small in the boot, and the same goes for the CX-3. If you want a similar cabin and boot space to the Liberty then go for the CX-5, but also have a look at the new Kia Sportage.

What to pick for second hand sedan?

I'd go for the Mazda6, which has a combination of class and comfort, and not the Falcon unless you're a sporty driver. The Liberty in that age was a bit 'off' by Subaru standards because of the Global Financial Crisis, and the 3.6 is no real improvement over the 2.5 unless you tow.

Subaru Forester annoying rattle

It's worth checking and easy to find out if it is the source of his annoying rattle. Another reader with the same problem found that it was the tailgate latching mechanism and a little bit of grease fixed it.

Used Subaru Liberty and Outback review: 1989-2012
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