1998-2003 Legacy OverviewSubaru Legacy Overview (1998 - 2003)
1998 - 2003
Tech Specs Summary
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- 114 - 130 mph
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- 8.9 - 11.1 seconds
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- 123 - 206 hp
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- 22.1 - 26.1 mpg
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- 3,109 - 3,715 lbs
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- 16.1 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 16.1 - 58.1 ft3 (Wagon)
This generation of the Subaru Legacy was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Subaru between 1998 - 2003. It's a front engined all-wheel drive car and came as either a sedan or wagon. There are three power levels available from either a 2 L Flat 4 gasoline engine or 3 L Flat 6 gasoline 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 2.5 GX which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 154 hp and a power/weight ratio of 21.05 lb/hp it has a top speed of 129 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Subaru Legacy Wagon 2.0 GL is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 423 miles and can store 16.1-58.1 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
