After much consideration, we chose to purchase a 2...

After much consideration, we chose to purchase a 2017 Subaru Outback with a 6 speed manual transmission. The first time we drove into Toronto and were stuck in stop and go traffic, the clutch began emitting a horrible burning smell and was slpping. We mentioned it to Gemini Motors, our local dealer, who drove the car and told us all was fine. This was at the 20k service. Now, with less than 44000 kms on the car, the clutch is gone. Subaru refuses to cover this under warranty, claiming that this is the result of "ware and tare" (their spelling errors). We have driven over 1.5 million miles on cars with manual transmissions and have never had to replace a clutch. Our 2011 VW Golf had 170000 kms and the original clutch was perfect. Subaru has lost our business forever.