The Subaru Legacy is a mid-size sedan with a top speed of 230 km/h (142.92 mph).
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Max Speed
230 km/h 142.92 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Subaru Legacy is a station wagon with a spacious interior, offering ample room for passengers and cargo. Its exterior dimensions are 4600 mm in length, 1690 mm in width, and 1490 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2580 mm. The car has a front track of 1465 mm and a rear track of 1455 mm, making it stable and agile on the road.
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Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
5
Doors
5
Length
4600 mm 181.1 in.
Width
1690 mm 66.54 in.
Height
1490 mm 58.66 in.
Wheelbase
2580 mm 101.57 in.
Front Track
1465 mm 57.68 in.
Rear Track
1455 mm 57.28 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Subaru Legacy has a fuel-efficient petrol engine with different consumption rates in urban (18 l/100 km) and extra-urban (9 l/100 km) environments. This translates to a city drive range of approximately 5.56 km/l and extra-urban range of 11.11 km/l.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
18 l/100 km 13.07 US mpg 15.69 UK mpg 5.56 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
9 l/100 km 26.13 US mpg 31.39 UK mpg 11.11 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Subaru Legacy boasts a turbocharged 2.0L boxer engine that generates 220 horsepower and 270 Nm of torque. This powerhouse is paired with a standard all-wheel-drive system and a manual transmission for confident handling and performance.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
220 Hp @ 6400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
110.3 Hp/l
Torque
270 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 199.14 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
EJ20G
Engine Displacement
1994 cm3 121.68 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Boxer
Cylinder Bore
92 mm 3.62 in.
Piston Stroke
75 mm 2.95 in.
Compression Ratio
8.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharger
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-30
Coolant
6.1 l 6.45 US qt | 5.37 UK qt
Drive Wheel
All wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Several levers and rods
Brakes
The Subaru Legacy is a well-equipped vehicle with a robust braking system, featuring ventilated discs at the front and discs at the rear, supported by an Anti-lock braking system (ABS). It also comes with a hydraulic power steering system and a steering rack and pinion, ensuring a smooth driving experience. The car rides on 15-inch wheels with 205/60R15 tires.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
205/60R15
Wheel Rims Size
15
Weight & Capacity
The Subaru Legacy is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it a great option for those who want a responsive drive. With a spacious trunk and a decent fuel tank capacity, it's suitable for long road trips. However, its kerb weight is on the heavier side, which might affect its overall performance.
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Weight To Power Ratio
6.4 kg/Hp, 157.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5.2 kg/Nm, 192.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1400 kg 3086.47 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
420 l 14.83 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1550 l 54.74 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l 15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Subaru - Legacy I Station Wagon (BJF)
Station wagon (estate)
5
2580 mm (101.57 in.)
The top speed of the Subaru Legacy is 230 km/h (142.92 mph).
The Legacy uses petrol (gasoline).
The Legacy consumes 18 liters per 100 km in urban areas.
The Legacy consumes 9 liters per 100 km in extra-urban environments.
The Legacy has a 1994 cm3 engine displacement.
The Legacy comes with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Legacy features a multi-port manifold injection system.
Ventilated discs at the front and discs at the rear.
15-inch wheels with 205/60R15 tires.
Hydraulic power steering with a steering rack and pinion.
The Legacy's safety and all-wheel-drive capabilities are its strongest selling points. It also boasts a spacious interior and a comfortable ride.
The Legacy's fuel efficiency is middle-of-the-road compared to other midsize cars. It's not the most fuel-efficient option, but it's also not the worst.
The Legacy's acceleration is not one of its strongest suits. It typically takes around 8.5 seconds to go from 0 to 60 mph.
The power-to-weight ratio is 6.4 kg/Hp or 157.1 Hp/tonne.
The maximum trunk space is 1550 l or 54.74 cu. ft.
The fuel tank capacity is 60 l or 15.85 US gal or 13.2 UK gal.
