Output varies, with figures of older models starting at 95 Hp (1991 Subaru Legacy I (BC, facelift 1991) 1600; 1991 Subaru Legacy I Station Wagon (BJF, facelift 1991) 1600) and, later on, reaching 265 Hp (2009 Subaru Legacy V/ Subaru Legacy V Station Wagon 2.5 GT AWD).
Fuel consumption is between 5.6 l/100 km (42 mpg) (Subaru Legacy IV (facelift 2006) 2.0d (150 Hp) AWD) and 12.3 l/100 km (19.12 mpg) (Subaru Legacy IV Station Wagon 3.0R spec.B (245 Hp) AWD Automatic), with petrol variants generally being on the higher end, and diesel – on the lower.
Ground clearance depends on the variant and can be 147 mm (5.8 in.), 150 mm (5.9 in.), 155 mm (6.1 in.), 160 mm (6.3 in.), or 185 mm (7.3 in.).
Subaru Legacy is mainly an all-wheel-drive model, with a few front-wheel-drive variants available from 1989 – 1994 model years.
The all-wheel drive of Subaru Legacy ensures the car performs well in all weather conditions, including snow.
Despite the brand’s strong reputation for reliability, Subaru Legacy owners report some major common gearbox (in recent models) and engine issues.