The Subaru Legacy lineup has gone through six changes since its first introduction in 1989. Today, the last sixth generation, produced since 2014, is widely popular among various motorists.
The perfection of this model range is supported by a huge number of positive reviews and photos, both from experts in car evaluation and from owners. Especially positive in the reviews is a high level of variability when buying a Subaru Legacy car, affordable price, high technical characteristics and modern technological equipment.
In general, it is not surprising that the Subaru Legacy, whether new or old model, is in the first lines of the Subaru car rating. Cars from this manufacturer have always been and will be very popular.
Cars of the first generation Legacy have long been discontinued and now such a vehicle is extremely difficult to find. At the same time, Subaru Legacy at one time brought significant changes, as it was extremely different from all previously produced cars, as can be seen in the photo.
The car quickly gained popularity on a par with other cars from world famous manufacturers. However, in comparison with analogues, the first generation, unlike the Subaru Legacy 2019, was not equipped with top-end power units, but only high-quality spare parts were used in production.
Second generation
Subaru Legacy II generations are probably the most famous among all this lineup. This is due to the fact that the Subaru Legacy II received many global changes that are visible in the photo, which affected, first of all, technological equipment.
This model range is presented in three variations:
The most popular of them is the Subaru Legacy BG5, which has been actively tuned.
Subaru Legacy II generation lasted on the market for 4 years with a high level of sales. This seriously affected the manufacturer, so that subsequent upgrades made it possible to significantly improve the lineup.
Today, if you visually compare the Subaru Legacy 2 (2 generations) and Subaru Legacy 2019 from the photo, it is difficult to find something in common. Especially due to the fact that over time the car took the form of Outback.
Often tuning a Subaru Legacy car affected the shape of the rear bumper. Because of this, you can often find Legacy with non-standard appearance elements.
third generation
Following the Subaru Legacy II, the third generation Subaru has been on sale since 1998. Like its predecessors, the car quickly found its lover. In particular, the car was in demand in its native country - Japan.
The model is represented by the following variations:
The Subaru Legacy BH5 model has become especially popular, as evidenced by the reviews of the owners.
The main feature of the Subaru Legacy BH5 was that the car was directly related to the sports car class, as can be seen in the photo. Despite this, the Subaru Legacy Outback continued to exist.
fourth generation
In 2013, another updated version of Subaru appeared on the global automotive market, which became even less reminiscent of the Subaru Legacy II. At the same time, this car, like its earlier versions, received worldwide recognition and a high level of sales.
The updated model is represented by the following options:
Even today, many car enthusiasts who prefer Subaru cars to other cars remember and appreciate the Subaru Legacy BL5 and Subaru Legacy BP5, which are shown in the photo.
This vehicle had many features, the main of which was the equipment of the Impreza VRX STI sports engine.
The car left the market gradually, and a new generation of Legacy came to replace it, in particular the new Subaru Legacy Outback.
Fifth generation
The new Subaru Legacy, as adopted from the fourth generation, was released in two variations:
This Subaru Legacy car was equipped with four different engines at once, which, however, were sporty in any form. Plus, some changes have affected the rear bumper, which are visible in the photo - for clarification, it is best to watch the video test drive.
The main feature of this car is that the manufacturer paid much attention to the characteristics of the car, which was the exact opposite of the Subaru Legacy BH5 and Subaru Legacy BG5.
To date, this car is not outdated, and on the Internet you can still find expert opinions about the Subaru Legacy, photos and owner reviews.
Unlike earlier versions, new Subaru cars of the Legacy model are practically not affected by tuning. This also applies to the Subaru Legacy Outback.
sixth generation
This generation of 2019 Subaru Legacy cars is the last one to date. This model, like all predecessors, is represented by two variations, a sedan and a station wagon, respectively:
Particularly strong changes in the case of this Subaru Legacy touched the rear bumper. In addition, the car received many modern technological additions, in particular an on-board computer.
You can buy a sedan or station wagon today in many car dealerships around the world in all existing trim levels. For this, for example, the Kemerovo region is suitable.
Many Subaru Legacy owners visit the Drone, leave their reviews and share photos. If you are interested in the 2019 Subaru Legacy, it is recommended to refer to this online resource. In addition, there you can find the latest information about the Subaru Legacy B5.
Specifications
Each generation of the Subaru Legacy has unique specifications. If the first generation could not boast of having a top-end engine under the hood, then the 2019 Subaru Legacy has a sports powertrain.
Early models of the Subaru Legacy experienced tuning of the engine or, for example, the rear bumper several times. As a result, on the Internet, in particular on the core, you can stumble upon modified versions of cars from this model line.
latest generation
The latest sixth generation of Subaru Legacy cars is equipped with one of two engines. Each engine runs on gasoline and has unique power ratings:
The first motor is as follows:
- working volume - 2.5 liters;
- power - 175 horsepower.
The second engine, as well as the first, is an echo of the early version of Legacy. It is characterized by the following:
- working volume - 3.6 liters;
- type - 4-cylinder boxer;
- power - 256 horsepower.
Both power units, regardless of the type of car, whether it is a Subaru Legacy station wagon or a sedan, provide excellent performance. In particular, this applies to the fact that the new Subaru Legacy has a minimum fuel consumption.
You can study in detail the features of each engine by watching a video test drive or a photo on the Internet.
Notes
For cars from the Legacy lineup, the price has always been at an affordable level for the average consumer.
In terms of cost, the Subaru Legacy Outback and the sedan are not much different from each other.
In the manufacture of Legacy cars, high-quality spare parts are used. Due to this, it is possible, without any special fears and extra costs, for example, to remove the rear bumper. If you are interested in such a withdrawal, you are especially advised to see a test drive of the car.
Often, the controls of the car are on the left side. In the case of the Subaru Legacy Outback and the sedan, the car can be right-handed. Find clarification on this matter on the Internet on trusted resources.
On the Internet you can find many official photos of the Subaru Legacy.
Subaru Legacy III, 1999
After I bought a Subaru car for the first time - my comrades gave me a verdict - there will be problems. Machine with complex structure, need professional and expensive maintenance. Complete nonsense. "Subaru" is much simpler than most "Japanese" and very reliable. Our town is located in the mountains, our routes are remembered for a long time. That is, the relief is very similar to Japanese. For three years I rode a Subaru Impreza with a 1.6 engine and an automatic transmission. Not so long ago, I sold and just successfully turned up the older Subaru Legacy III - a real monster with a turbine. Excellent, powerful and well controlled machine. If before that, at times, all sorts of BMWs bypassed me on straight sections, then even AMGs can’t always “compete” with the Legacy (by the way, I only drive according to the rules of the road). The speed is usually no more than 100 km per hour, here, though, I keep it even at any turn (thanks to the boxer engine and the symmetrical all-wheel drive system for this). For driving on a mountain serpentine, such a Subaru Legacy III is just the perfect car. When winter on the roads accumulates up to 1 meter of snow, because they simply do not even try to clear them. So, my Subaru never fails in such conditions. During the entire period of operation with him there were no special problems. In the city, it “eats” up to 15 liters per hundred, if you press the pedal to the floor or get stuck in traffic jams (and we have round-the-clock traffic jams, so to speak). If you steer carefully and calmly (which is very uncharacteristic for a car with a turbocharged engine for 260 “horses”), then you can keep within 11 liters per hundred. Original parts are not expensive, finding them is also no problem.
Advantages : excellent, powerful and perfectly controlled machine.
Flaws : there are no such.
Eugene, Irkutsk
Subaru Legacy III, 2001
I own a Subaru Legacy III generation for 11 months. I'll try to rate the car as accurately as possible. Great seats, comfortable support. The climate works, which is good news. There are no cup holders - trouble, there is not enough space for all sorts of little things. When driving, bumps are felt, despite what kind of rubber is, but so far no one has complained. There is enough space in the rear seats for both adults and children. In the parking lots there is a place to frolic and climb (daughter 3 years old, son 9 years old). Road Subaru Legacy III keeps well, confidently. I tried to bring it in in the winter - it is completely controllable. Levels without problems with one movement of the steering wheel. There is a special system of dynamic distribution of forces. I was the first one to walk along the highway after a snowfall (20-25 cm), lay the path, the rest followed me and KAMAZ trucks followed each other on the right. But in the forest to the lakes - left the bumper. Bottom line, the car is only for the city. Off-road is a speed bump, nothing more. When you understand this, you stop demanding from him to conquer rural routes. The steering wheel is pleasant, not soft, not too hard, in general, some kind of pleasant. Doesn't like ruts. You have to leave it, shifting to the right or left. There are enough speakers, sometimes it’s nice to be the first to rush off at a traffic light. Of course, it is no longer a rival to new cars, but there is still enough enthusiasm. You still feel confident. On overtaking enough in any range. It doesn’t squeeze into seats, like on a fighter, but in the stream you can go with one of the fastest cars. Bottom line: a good, confident, reliable friend.
Advantages : reliability, ease of use, stability on the road, increased cross-country ability, balance of dynamic characteristics.
Flaws : consumption could be less. Low "urban" landing
Dmitry, Moscow
Subaru Legacy III, 2002
I purchased a Subaru Legacy III with a mileage of 52,000 km (I checked it at an authorized service, they said that it corresponds to the condition). Drove 20,000 km on it. During this time, I changed only “consumables”: oil, filters, pads - the time has come. Due to the condition of our roads, stabilizer struts can be attributed to consumables, and candles due to gasoline. Now the rear shock seems to be dying. Yes, I changed the drive seals in the front differential (“sweating”). I will say right away that miracles do not happen and you have to pay for everything: about 15 liters of oil in a car: engine, gearbox, 2 differentials. When driving, the rear arches make noise, especially on gravel. Low ground clearance (GX equipment - spoilers in a circle). High fuel consumption. Thoughtful box. Bad soundproofing. Rigid ride - low profile tires 205/50/16 in summer. But when you get behind the wheel - you get pleasure, Subaru Legacy III goes like on rails, it's all the same that under the wheels - snow, water or asphalt. Manageability is excellent, the car allows a lot, but the main thing is not to overdo it. I want another Subaru again. I drove the same, but 2-liter, eats less gasoline, accelerates a little weaker, a little more clearance. Basically, it's more practical.
Advantages : manageability. Dynamics.
Flaws : fuel consumption. automatic transmission.
Vladimir, Tomsk
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A difficult question, but if you want a spacious sedan with permanent all-wheel drive, pleasant steering and a responsive engine “for an inexpensive price”, you will have to answer it.
Subaru Legacy III and Subaru legacy Outback (BH)
When choosing a car, the Legacy sedan is often undeservedly forgotten. It so happened that in our country it stands, as it were, in the shadow of the Legacy Outback station wagon, which many (rightly) consider as an “all-and-at once” option. A family car with a large trunk, high ground clearance and all-wheel drive - isn't that a dream?
A dream, but you should not forget about the sedan either. It is not so versatile (sorry for the involuntary pun), and the clearance is smaller - 155 mm versus 200 for the Outback. But in everyday life and such a set should be enough for the eyes.
Those who don’t have enough, and for some reason the Outback is not interesting, can look at an intermediate option - a simple Legacy station wagon, not Outback. It sits lower, it doesn’t look so brutal, but the 528-liter trunk already noticeably dominates the background of the 464-liter sedan.
The Legacy-non-Outback also has a more diverse range of engines (4, not 2), there are plenty to choose from with an eye to the budget. The drive is like that of the fraternal station wagon, only full. Boxes — mechanics or an honest machine. In general, this is a car from those times when Subaru was not yet mired in small-volume engines and CVTs with a single drive. There is a place for a car enthusiast to roam.
More about Subaru Legacy III engines
Depending on the year of manufacture Legacy III meets with:
- two-liter naturally aspirated engine with a return of 125-156 liters. With.;
- the same engine, but with turbines and a return of 260-280 hp. With.;
- the atmospheric scale is continued by the 2.5-liter unit, 170 hp. With.;
- completes - a three-liter six-cylinder engine of 220 liters. With.
Mechanics is found in all variants, except for the three-liter - there is only automatic transmission.
Shine and poverty of complete sets
It was the turn of the nineties-zero. Subaru has not yet climbed into the premium, so the equipment is to match. In many versions there is no cruise control and driver assistance systems (even traction control!), As a class, there is no dual-zone climate control. There is no electric drive of the front seats even in the top version, just as there are no, for example, rear airbags.
In general, the maximum level of Legacy performance these days corresponds to the average configuration of a budget sedan from Renault or Hyundai. With the difference that Renault and Hyundai in the middle versions have a rear view camera, for example. Here, you can only do this on your own. And this is rather strange, because other Japanese cars of those years (like the Corolla Fielder) had both standard navigation and a DVD player. Subaru, on the other hand, is content not with a cassette recorder.
For the “shine” in the cabin of the Legacy III, leather and lurid wood-like inserts are responsible. It is not worth hoping for the safety of either one. Even the "youngest" copies on the market went into the second ten. What kind of security are we talking about?
But let your streaker's heart warm the MOMO steering wheel - a Subaru feature of those years, which is found on almost all versions. There is no particular benefit from it, but the spirit of Fast and the Furious and Need For Speed: Underground is with him!
Specificity and cost of service
It’s worthwhile to speak clearly and clearly right away: there is no longer any talk of children’s sores that crawl out in the first years of ownership. As there is no question of some kind of systematization and classification of problems. In a 20-year-old car, anything and anytime can crumble. There are a few common areas that you should definitely pay attention to:
- Oil and timing belt. The boxers (especially the 2.5-liter) do not digest oil starvation, therefore, the more regularly you change the oil, the longer the engine takes. Same with the timing belt. Particular attention should be paid to its condition and not to delay the replacement. If it breaks on the same 2.5-liter unit, valve bending is inevitable.
- Candles. Expensive, and the replacement is confusing, especially on supercharged 2.0 and naturally aspirated 2.5-liter engines. Almost half of the engine will have to be disassembled. So keep your fuel clean: ruining spark plugs is a matter of one unsuccessful gas station.
- Corrosion. Even without additional galvanizing, the body holds steady for years. But this does not apply to cars restored after an accident and, alas, station wagons. Their fifth door is covered with "saffron milk caps" much earlier than the trunk lid of a sedan.
- Power steering leaks are quite common. Fortunately, repair kits at a similar price are also often found. There is no need to change the rail assembly.
- There are no special questions about the suspension. During everyday operation, the shock absorbers take care of more than 60 thousand km, the suspension arms exceed 200 thousand. It is especially worth watching, perhaps, the anthers of the CV joints. Because the rubber bands are cheap, but the “grenades” themselves are not. Dirt will clog through the torn anthers, and the resource of the CV joints will decline. So be careful!
The agony of choosing a Subaru Legacy III
Finding a serviced, well-groomed, whole sedan is very, very difficult. The most common offerings on the market are:
Not just "bit-painted", but assembled from several copies, like Frankenstein's monster.
In addition, the right-hand drive, more than three owners, which does not redeem the price of 150 thousand rubles. And what does checking the history of the machine through?
The report is much more optimistic than you expect, looking at the photo. There are no arrests and restrictions, native TCP, the declared mileage is similar to the truth. No changes were made to the design, so there should not be any problems with registration. An accident in the database is listed as one and not the worst (“collision with a standing obstacle”). So you can see in a good body shop if this device was tied into a knot. And in principle, for their 150 thousand - why not an option?
Let's see another instance - more expensive.
Again, right-hand drive, sedan, mileage is suspiciously low, but visually the car looks more worthy than the previous one. What about her history?
Immediately draws attention to another year of release. Perhaps the traffic police made a mistake when they brought the car into the database. There are fines in arrears. Because of them, bailiffs can seize, and the new owner will have problems with registration. Duplicate TCP should not scare. With such a rich history and the number of owners, it is not surprising if there was also a duplicate of a duplicate issued to include everyone.
Take it or not
Buying a Subaru Legacy III is always a lottery and a surprise. The car is old and pretty beat up. He was loved to buy young and hot, who "annealed" on the roads and did not have the funds for timely and quality service. Before buying, carefully inspect the car and check the history.
If you find a "live" version, it will please you with a sporty disposition. In motion, the car is almost like a rocket. For her, it costs nothing to accelerate to one hundred and forty and not go into a skid. All-wheel drive and solid tires keep her firmly on the ground.
Text: Vladimir Andrianov
If you are or were the owner of the Subaru Legacy III, tell us what problems you encountered while operating the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help someone when choosing a car.
Despite the fact that the Subaru Legacy sedan was never sold in Russia in gigantic print runs, the car was respected in our country. The main reason for the low sales runs was the high cost of the car, and it, in turn, was due to the high technical level and reliability.
True, 4 years ago, after the cessation of production of the 5th generation, the car left our market. But with the launch of the 6th generation restyled Subaru Legacy, the prestigious Japanese car returned to Russia. And it's time to get to know him in more detail.
Model History
Compared to many Japanese car models, the Legacy model is relatively young. Its first generation appeared in 1989 year. The car was outwardly nondescript, but at the same time it had advanced technical stuffing. Boxer engines were installed on the car, with a volume of 1.8 to 2.2 liters. At the same time, the most powerful EJ22 engine developed a power of 280 hp. With. In addition, four-channel ABS, adaptive suspension and other "chips" of prestigious models were installed on the car.
Subaru Legacy first generation
But the main feature of the model was an all-wheel drive transmission, which at that time was installed exclusively on SUVs. This option has led to increased controllability of the machine.
However, due to the unfortunate appearance, the first generation of the Subaru Legacy was practically unknown in our country. At that time, none of the companies officially sold cars in our country, and gray dealers ignored the car because of the high price. Although single cars can be found, even now.
Second generation models appeared in 1993. Naturally, the right-hand drive version appeared first, but the left-hand drive version appeared 2 years later - in 1995. This model, perhaps, is known to all motorists, because the car was sold with us officially and in quite decent quantities.
Subaru Legacy second generation The car retained the philosophy of the previous generation, but at the same time its appearance was much more pleasant. This and official sales determined the success of the car in our country. The exact number of cars sold could not be found. But even visually, on the roads, they met more than often.
One of the "chips" of the second generation was the all-wheel drive suspension, which was installed exclusively on all versions of the model. True, front-wheel drive Legacy was sold in the Japanese islands and in small quantities came to us in the Far East.
third generation was released in 1998 in Japan. The car entered the world market only after 2 years, in 2000. Modernization was quite traditional. Appearance has not changed radically. The 1.8-liter engine was removed from the model, but a new three-liter power unit was added. There were a number of other changes, but we will not describe them. The main thing to say is that the model did not repeat the success of the second generation, and these cars were sold much less.
The model stood on the assembly line for a relatively short time, and in 2003 it was replaced by the next generation.
Subaru Legacy third generation fourth generation Legacy has been on sale since 2003. The car has radically changed its image. On the technical side, there were also serious changes. Powerful turbocharged engines began to be installed on the car. In addition to power units, almost all vehicle systems have undergone modernization.
As for Russia, despite the fact that the car was officially sold with us, it did not receive much popularity.
Subaru Legacy fourth generation Fifth generation release started in 2009. Compared with other generations, this generation in Russia is as little known as, for example, the first generation. Cars, although officially sold in our country, are rarely seen on the roads. In total, about 150 copies were sold annually. This was due, first of all, to the high price of cars, and not because of any technical problems.
Fifth generation Subaru Legacy Given this situation, sixth generation which appeared in 2014 year, it was decided not to sell in Russia. However, in the Far East, directly, the car is imported and sold in quite decent quantities. It seems no less than 150 cars, which were previously sold officially.
After assessing the situation, the Japanese realized that they made a mistake, and the car still has good potential and needs to be returned to the market. Moreover, the Subaru Outback, based on Legacy, has been and is still being sold.
In 2017, the sixth generation underwent a planned restyling, and then it was decided to return it to the Russian market. And we will consider it in more detail.
Sixth generation Subaru Legacy Appearance
Despite the fact that this is just a restyling, the appearance of the Japanese sedan has changed significantly. The radiator grille has changed shape and increased in size, which gave the car solidity. The headlights have become a wonderfully complex shape, but at the same time they fit very well into the exterior. By the way, they are LED on the Japanese sedan.
The front bumper seems to be without any special frills, although the large fake ventilation ducts on its sides are also aimed at creating the image of a solid car. And this is not surprising, because such a powerful market player as Toyota Camry appears in the competitors of the sedan.
Front view of the sixth generation restyled Legacy Since the second generation, the Subaru Legacy has been famous for its harmonious side view. And the sixth generation is no exception. Clear compasses carved wheel arches, moderately protruding trunk, everything is harmonious and fine.
Side view of the sixth generation Subaru Legacy after restyling Compared to the pre-styling model, you can see that, for the sake of modern automotive fashion, the sidewall lines have become more chopped and clear.
Side view of the Legacy before restyling The rear view of the updated sedan has changed little. The taillights have been slightly reduced. And most importantly, now they are fully LED.
Rear view of Subaru Legacy 6 generation As for the rear bumper, it is now more modern with an integrated exhaust system.
Rear dimensions of the new Subaru Legacy Summarizing the impressions of the appearance, it must be said that, despite all the updates, it remained old-fashioned and, it seems, the youth will not really like the appearance of the new Legacy.
In conclusion, about the overall dimensions.
dimensions
By tradition, the dimensions of the updated car have become larger than before. True, quite a bit. For example, the length has increased by only 5 mm, the width has increased more, by 60 mm, the height is the same by 5 mm. Thus, the dimensions of the new Subaru Legacy are as follows:
- Length - 4800 mm;
- Width - 1840 mm;
- Height - 1500 mm;
- Ground clearance Subaru Legacy 2018 - 150 mm;
- Wheelbase - 2750 mm.
Interior and interior equipment
The Japanese engineers decided not to radically change the front panel. But some changes that made it more modern were still made. First of all, the restyled Subaru has got a new steering wheel. The scales of the speedometer and tachometer have acquired deep stylish tunnels. And between them is a small 5-inch display, which displays information about the operation of engine systems.
The front panel of the new Subaru Legacy A large 8-inch multimedia system monitor is located on the center console of the car. Below it are clear and understandable scales for controlling the climate system. The sporty style of the sedan is emphasized by new sports pedals.
8’ LCD display of the new Subaru Legacy As for the materials from which the interior of the Japanese novelty is made, they are of the highest quality. And most importantly, in all configurations, the interior of the new Legacy is leather, which is not surprising, given who the Japanese sedan is going to compete with.
The trunk of the sedan is very spacious, its volume is 506 liters. If you fold the rear seatbacks, the cargo volume will be much larger.
The luggage compartment of the new Legacy Equipping the Japanese sedan with various electronic systems, in all trim levels, is very rich. The new Legacy has:
- Start/Stop button;
- Front seats with electric adjustment and position memory system;
- Steering wheel heating system;
- Heated front seats;
- Keyless access system in the car;
- Heated windshield washer nozzles;
- EBD brake force distribution system;
- Auxiliary braking system BAS;
- Lane control system LKA;
- Intelligent cruise control with ACCS radar;
- ESP stability control system;
- Anti-slip system TCS;
- Hill assist system HAC;
- AFS road lighting system in corners;
- Automatic high beam switching;
- Control system of "dead zones";
- The system for monitoring the physical condition of the driver;
- Frontal collision avoidance system;
- 2-zone climate control;
- Surround cameras;
- Automatic wipers with rain sensors.
Security systems need to be discussed separately.
Security systems
In addition to the electronic systems responsible for safety, described above, there are still 8 airbags on the car:
- Driver's;
- Passenger;
- 2 side airbags;
- 2 knee airbags;
- 2 side pillows-curtains on the windows.
Technical filling
There is only one power unit for the Japanese novelty, 4-cylinder boxer, 2.5 liters, brand FB25. This engine can be considered outstanding and it needs to be told in more detail.
Engine
This motor appeared as the deepest modernization of the no less legendary Subaru EJ253 power unit.
With the advent of aluminum cylinder blocks, it was noticed that the reliability of the motors suffers, since it is not possible to achieve the same resource as that of cast-iron heads. However, engines with aluminum heads had a much lower mass. Subaru engineers very elegantly solved this problem. They left the aluminum block, but at the same time it was lined with cast-iron sleeves, 3.5 mm thick. Thus, it was possible to achieve the reliability of cast-iron motors and the mass of aluminum. In addition, the engine received pistons with new friction-reducing skirts.
This engine has pretty decent power, despite the lack of turbocharging. It is 175 liters. With. The torque of this motor is 235 N * m at 4000 rpm.
Subaru FB25 engine under the hood of the new Subaru Legacy Subaru Legacy fuel consumption with these powertrains is:
- In the city - 10.1 l / 100 km;
- On the highway - 6.2 l / 100 km;
- In the combined cycle - 7.7 l / 100 km.
Other specifications
This power unit is aggregated with only one gearbox– 8-speed CVT variator.
The power steering on the car is electric. The suspension of all wheels on the new Subaru Legacy is independent, MacPherson type in front, and double wishbones in the rear.
Wheels on a car with a diameter of 18 inches. And the car itself is designed to install rubber size 225/50 R18. Brakes on all wheels are disc, ventilated. The handbrake of the car is electric.
Complete set
For the Japanese novelty, only two trim levels are provided:
- YI Elegance;
- YN Premium ES.
Let's analyze them in more detail.
Equipment YI Elegance- Lane control systems;
- Intelligent cruise control with radar;
- Cornering lighting systems AFS;
- Automatic high beam switching systems;
- Blind spot monitoring systems;
- Driver monitoring systems;
- Frontal collision avoidance systems;
Of the video cameras on the car, only the rear view camera will be installed. There are no front cameras on the sides in this configuration. .
Cars in this configuration will cost from 2,089,000 rubles ($31,600).
Package YN Premium ESWell, this is the top-end equipment of the Subaru Legacy, in this configuration there are all the systems described above. In the top configuration Legacy in our country will be sold at a price of 2,239,900 rubles, which corresponds to 33,900 dollars.
Summary
Traditionally, Legacy is not a cheap car, although the price cannot be called exorbitant either. But what do you get for this price?
Legacy is usually compared with its main competitor, the Toyota Camry. So which is better?
First of all, the dimensions, the Toyota car is slightly larger than the Subaru car. But at the same time, the trunk of the Legacy is more spacious.
Appearance . Here the question is subjective, but it seems that Toyota also wins here, the Subaru product looks, in comparison with it, old-fashioned.
What can take Subaru? First of all, despite all the reliability of Toyota, Legacy is considered even more reliable. In the USA, where the lion's share of Subaru sedans is sold, they say - "If you want to buy a car to last, buy a Subaru."
Of the other advantages, the Subaru Legacy all-wheel drive should be mentioned. Sedan engines, in addition to being more reliable, are also more economical. Well, there are also a lot more electronic systems on Subaru. True, while Toyota is cheaper.
And finally, all Legacy for Russia will be delivered directly from Japan, which once again should become a guarantee of the phenomenal reliability of the car.
Of course, if the question arises of what to buy a Subaru or Toyota, each consumer will decide on his own. But I think Subaru offers a more interesting car, though somewhat more expensive.
Video review Subaru Legacy 2018
For the first time the Subaru Legacy concept was released in 1987, the serial production of the model in Japan and the USA began only two years later. The car was offered with sedan and station wagon bodies. The cars were equipped with atmospheric and supercharged boxer "fours" with a capacity of 102–280 hp. With. The release of the first generation model ended in 1994.
2nd generation (BD/BG/BK), 1993–1998
In 1993, the second generation Subaru Legacy went on sale. The engines remained four-cylinder, but the weakest versions were gone. The strongest option was considered a car equipped with a 2.2 turbo engine with a capacity of 280 hp. With. The cars were completed with a five-speed “mechanics” or a four-band “automatic”. In 1994, a wagon appeared (in the Japanese market it was called Lancaster) with a plastic off-road body kit and increased ground clearance. In 1996, Subaru Outback became an independent model. Production of the "second" Subaru Legacy was discontinued in 1998.
3rd generation (BE/BH), 1998–2004
The third generation Subaru Legacy was produced from 1998 to 2003 with sedan and station wagon bodies. The cars were equipped with four- or six-cylinder boxer petrol or diesel engines. During this time, such versions of the car as Blitzen, STI,.
4th generation (BL/BP), 2003–2009
In 2003, the fourth generation Subaru Legacy went on sale, which is a third generation model with a 20 mm longer wheelbase. Cars were offered in versions with a four- or six-cylinder boxer petrol or diesel engine. The Legacy was supplied to the Russian market with 2.0 (150 hp), 2.5 (173 hp) and 3.0 petrol engines with a capacity of 245 hp. With. In 2009 there was a change of generations.
