2003-2009 Legacy OverviewSubaru Legacy Overview (2003 - 2009)
2003 - 2009
Tech Specs Summary
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- 120 - 151 mph
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- 6.9 - 11.3 seconds
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- 136 - 242 BHP
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- 23.2 - 50.4 mpg
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- 1,400 - 1,620 kg
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- 433 L (Saloon)
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- 459 - 1,659 L (Estate)
This generation of the Subaru Legacy was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Subaru between 2003 - 2009. It's a front engined all-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are five power levels available, ranging from a 136 BHP 2 L Flat 4 petrol engine to a 242 BHP 3 L Flat 6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Legacy is the Subaru Legacy 3.0R which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 242 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 152 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 151 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Subaru Legacy Estate 2.0D is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 685 miles and can store 459-1,649 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,700 kg.