Anyone in the market for a new vehicle might have noticed the Subaru Outback recently was named Motor Trend's 2010 SUV of the Year.
Only hardcore enthusiasts, however, probably remember the fact Subaru's Forester took the same honor in 2009. The wins mark the first time in memory the same automaker has garnered the SUV title two years in a row.
Marcus Hall, sales manager at Adventure Subaru in Fayetteville, isn't surprised.
"The Outback kind of hits that sweet spot," Hall said.
Hall was referencing the fact the Outback generally wins praise for its combination of a fuel efficiency, comfort and ruggedness. Motor Trend agreed.
"It boasts car-like refinement, drivability and gas mileage on the road, yet is as capable in the rough stuff as all but the most off-road focused sport utilities," editor in chief Angus MacKenzie wrote.
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