Should you buy a Subaru Hybrid? Top 6 reasons why you shouldn't bother

 

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Hi John,

What's wrong with Subaru hybrids? I'm surprised you glossed over that one without offering an explanation. How are they “underdone”? I have no info or knowledge to the contrary.

Thanks,

Brian

 

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