[dlmiller]

I have a 2021 Subaru that can only remote start via the App that requires a subscription to their "STARLINK Safety and Security" service. It comes with 3 free years, however its $99 a year after that.

Not as egregious as other companies as I can get a factory remote starter installed. It appears that dealers deliberately order vehicles without the remote starter in order to push subscriptions.

[prh8]

With Subaru, you can also buy additional years for cheaper when purchasing the vehicle. I think I could do 10 years (7 additional) for 375. Personal preference now/later but that 375 goes on the loan anyways.

[dlmiller]

I wish that was an option for me. I bought it "used" with 1100 miles, last year.

That may have been an option, but I wasn't made aware of it. I had to sweet talk the Subaru support to get the free 3 years.

I was also under the impression it had remote start, which it does via the app, but not via the key fob without the remote module installed.

[prh8]

The remote module isn't stock on any trims, as it seems to be a bit pricey and it seems most people prefer the app remote start.

I think that you can have remote start (for fob) dealer installed after the fact though. Maybe check on that.

[anotherman554]

I doubt the dealer cares about subscriptions per see, they would be happy to install a factory remote starter for an additional fee.