The SUBARU LEGACY (1998-07) OUTBACK 5DR SW 2.5I 165 SE AWD is a five-door estate with a tougher, raised stance, sitting between a conventional family wagon and an SUV in the UK used-car market. Its all-wheel drive and petrol engine make it a distinctive alternative to ordinary front-wheel-drive estates. mycarcheck.com records 53 look-ups covering 44 different cars, a useful but modest snapshot. In those checks, the average private-sale valuation was £700, recorded mileage averaged 129,000, and annual mileage 5,000; cars had an average of three previous keepers. These figures describe checked examples, not a guaranteed price or condition. The Outback suits families and drivers travelling country roads or seeking confidence in poor weather; its roomy load area helps with holidays and errands. Against rivals such as the Volvo V70 Cross Country, it stands out for all-wheel-drive ability. Expect older-car running costs, and check maintenance history carefully before you buy.