Subaru Eyesight

Bruce B · Jun 21, 2018

The lease was up on our daily driver (Toyota RAV4) and the wife and I were looking for a long-term vehicle to purchase. We all know as father time creeps upon us, our senses and reaction times diminish.
We felt Tesla still has a lot of work to do and honestly, I wanted something more dependable on long trips. Enter the Subaru Eyesight system.

We purchased a new Subaru with the Eyesight system and I can tell you IT WORKS!! If you are unfamiliar with the system, it has Collision Avoidance, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise and a slew of other features too numerous to mention. It's not Auto-Pilot like Tesla, and besides, if I wanted that, I'd hire a town car. What it does do is give you peace of mind that if you do have a momentary lapse of judgement, it keeps you safe. Plus, it's one of the best all-weather vehicles made!

NorthStar · Jun 21, 2018

Looks like a smart purchase Bruce.

Bruce B · Jun 21, 2018

Priaptor · Jun 21, 2018

Bruce B said:
The lease was up on our daily driver (Toyota RAV4) and the wife and I were looking for a long-term vehicle to purchase. We all know as father time creeps upon us, our senses and reaction times diminish.
We felt Tesla still has a lot of work to do and honestly, I wanted something more dependable on long trips. Enter the Subaru Eyesight system.

We purchased a new Subaru with the Eyesight system and I can tell you IT WORKS!! If you are unfamiliar with the system, it has Collision Avoidance, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise and a slew of other features too numerous to mention. It's not Auto-Pilot like Tesla, and besides, if I wanted that, I'd hire a town car. What it does do is give you peace of mind that if you do have a momentary lapse of judgement, it keeps you safe. Plus, it's one of the best all-weather vehicles made!

Thanks. My wife's lease is up and as I am closing in on retirement mode, I too am looking for a "reasonably priced" car for her as it is basically for her and the dogs. I am considering Outback, CRV, Volvo XC40, 2019 RDX and can't wait for the new RAV4.

If you can post some updates would appreciate it.

dan31 · Jun 21, 2018

We have a 2018 outback 3.6 and we are so pleased with the car. Several of the eyesight features can be adjusted or turned off. We leave them on and they have be very useful. The fit and finish on the car are much better than a Suburu from years ago. Subaru’s have always been a good value. It’s a great car and little competes with it without spending a lot more. I was considering the new Audi allroad and I think the outback 3.6 is a better car regardless of the price difference.

Bruce B · Jun 21, 2018

NorthStar · Jun 21, 2018

Nice, it has class, and I like the color too.

Bruce B · Jun 21, 2018

NorthStar said:
Nice, it has class, and I like the color too.

Thanks!

What I like about it as well is that it can recognize motorcycles and pedestrians..... even BEHIND YOU!

NorthStar · Jun 21, 2018

The interior is nice and comfy too? ...Color?

cjfrbw · Jun 21, 2018

My 2004 Subaru WRX wagon turned out to be my favorite car. Built as solid as any of the luxury makes I had (Infiniti, Lexus) and is still solid 13 and a half years later.

Of course, it looks like a silly little station wagon/chick repellant, but as a driving machine, you learn to luv the little guy.

NorthStar · Jun 21, 2018

Those are 4-wheel drive too right...good for the snow and the dirt roads to drive up the mountains.

Happy summertime, today's the first day.

Bruce B · Jun 21, 2018

NorthStar said:
The interior is nice and comfy too? ...Color?

Mike Lavigne · Jun 21, 2018

been thinking about what is an appropriate and respectful response as a guy who sells Honda's and thinks that Honda Sensing is overall superior to Subaru Eyesight....and Bruce is my friend.

and after considering posting a bunch of comparative information, I think it's better to just mention that Subaru 'Eyesight' has it's strengths and weaknesses, and that the other major players have their safety suite of accident avoidance features. then leave it up to the reader/buyer to investigate if they choose.

the Subaru is very popular in our market and makes a fine car. and I'm happy that Bruce found a car he likes.

Bruce B · Jun 21, 2018

Mike Lavigne said:
the Subaru is very popular in our market and makes a fine car. and I'm happy that Bruce found a car he likes.

well you know Mike that I did say "daily driver". I'm the retired one..... the wife is the daily driver and this is what she chose. I chose the AMG, she chose the Subaru..... blame her!!!

Besides... look at that driver's seat in the photo. I could never fit that close to the steering wheel!!

GMKF · Jun 21, 2018

Mike Lavigne said:
the Subaru is very popular in our market and makes a fine car. and I'm happy that Bruce found a car he likes.

Overall all new "collision avoidance systems" are good. They improve safety one way or another.

The main differences is the "graphic" presentation of the information they gather. Just look at the new Audi A8 and its gazillion screens and systems.

And Subarus are very nice cars. Kinda pricey in Germany.
Enjoy your new ride Bruce !

Mike Lavigne · Jun 21, 2018

GMKF said:
Overall all new "collision avoidance systems" are good. They improve safety one way or another.
The main differences is the "graphic" presentation of the information they gather. Just look at the new Audi A8 and its gazillion screens and systems.

And Subarus are very nice cars. Kinda pricey in Germany.
Enjoy your new ride Bruce !

actually the 'collision avoidance systems' main differences are how they gather data. and in how effective (break through the drivers stupor) they notify you or take over. graphical presentation means little if you are upside down in a ditch. or the engine is sitting in your lap. unlikely any screen message will allow you to react in time to the worst problems.

some are 'all camera' (Subaru), if you can't see it, the system can't either.

some combine radar and camera (Honda)......so cover more circumstances....and weather conditions.

some only flash warning lights, some wiggle the wheel to alert you....or steer you back into your lane. some stop the car, some stop the car in reverse.

there are lots of choices and methods.

personally for myself I don't care for any of it.....at this moment in time. I prefer a car to allow me to keep a watch. I don't want my cruise control to slow down unless I want to.....or the wheel to wiggle.

OTOH for my wife or daughter I want them to have every toy or whistle. and in a few years maybe me too. but not now.

GMKF · Jun 21, 2018

Mike Lavigne said:
actually the 'collision avoidance systems' main differences are how they gather data. and in what way they notify you or take over. graphical presentation means little if you are upside down in a ditch. or the engine is sitting in your lap.

some are 'all camera' (Subaru), if you can't see it, the system can't either.

some combine radar and camera (Honda)......so cover more circumstances.

some only flash warning lights, some wiggle the wheel to alert you. some stop the car, some stop the car in reverse.

there are lots of choices and methods.

I didnt express myself properly. I shouldnt have written graphic presentation.
It should have been user interaction methods, that you touch upon. (Vibrate your seat or E-Brake or flash a symbol in your HUD).

In my opinion the more redundant the system the better. Mercedes has near and far + intermediate radar plus cameras, infra-red and ultrasonic sensors.

As long as it keeps you out of the ditch

microstrip · Jun 21, 2018

Bruce B said:
well you know Mike that I did say "daily driver". I'm the retired one..... the wife is the daily driver and this is what she chose. I chose the AMG, she chose the Subaru..... blame her!!!

Besides... look at that driver's seat in the photo. I could never fit that close to the steering wheel!!

IMHO you should congratulate her - your wife bough the car she really preferred, independently of any bunches of comparative information. Audiophiles do it permanently and no one blames them ...

NorthStar · Jun 21, 2018

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The seats look super comfy and I like neutral grey.

* This is a great thread that you started Bruce; women should participate.

Bruce B · Jun 21, 2018

GMKF said:
Mercedes has near and far + intermediate radar plus cameras, infra-red and ultrasonic sensors.
As long as it keeps you out of the ditch

My Mercedes has many of these features, but at 4X the price, you should expect that. It’s good that manufacturers are implementing these safety features in more affordable automobiles. It’s especially good that the IIHS recognizes this which makes insurance rates much lower. There was a $450 price difference in Eyesight vs. non Eyesight vehicles.

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