Subaru

Subaru Legacy

Price $23,495 – $36,195
Fuel consumption 6.2 – 9.5 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 83%(view ratings)
The Subaru Legacy provides an alternative to standard mid-size sedan fare - and throws in all-wheel drive at no extra charge. The Subaru Legacy, which is additionally available with advanced safety systems like Subaru EyeSight, can be powered by either a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine (173 horses) or a 3.6-liter six-cylinder unit (256 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque). Transmission options for the Legacy include a six-speed manual, a continuously-variable automatic, and a five-speed automatic.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 83%
Driving 7/10
Safety 9/10
Interior 8/10
Reliability 9/10
Winter driving 9/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2014

N/A

Pros

  • Standard AWD
  • Impeccably safe handling
  • Comfortable, spacious, practical
  • Outstanding in winter
  • Reliable and durable

Cons

  • Firm ride (Outback)
  • Modest performances (2.5i)
  • Interior presentation too sober
  • Boring exterior (Outback)
  • A/C buttons are too small

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