Subaru collected six awards from Kiplinger's Personal Finance for key ratings based on safety, value and performance. Subaru cleaned up across the board, with awards in six areas, for the Outback, BRZ, Forester, Forester 2.5X, Impreza, and the Legacy.
One of Subaru's flagship vehicles, the Outback, was named "Best in Class" in the wagons category, earning its 3rd Kiplinger award in a row since its 2010 redesign. Subaru also took home an award for most fuel-efficient sports car with their all-new BRZ. This gasoline sipper still packs a punch, with a 200-hp engine, standard navigation and other high-end features. According to Kiplinger, "Subaru's BRZ is downright sexy. In terms of quality - from fit and finish to materials and standard features - the Subaru finishes first".
The full list of award winners include:
- Subaru Outback named "Best in Class" in the wagons category
- Subaru BRZ wins "Most Fuel-Efficient" award in sports car category
- Subaru Forester 2.5X recognized for "Best Resale" among small crossovers
- Subaru Forester awarded "Worth a Look" recognition for small crossovers
- Subaru Impreza awarded "Worth a Look" recognition for cars under $20,000
- Subaru Legacy awarded "Worth a Look" recognition for cars priced $20,000 to $25,000
Kiplinger gives awards for top models in ten categories, including "Best in Class" and "Best New Models". The Forester, Impreza and Legacy's recognition as "Worth a Look" means they scored high enough to be considered for the top awards.
In addition to these new accolades, last month the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded every Subaru model a top safety pick, adding more merit to an already prestigious Subaru line-up.
