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Subaru Legacy I (BC, facelift 1991) 2000 turbo (220 Hp) AWD
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Subaru Legacy:
The Subaru Legacy is a mid-size car built by Japanese automobile manufacturer Subaru from 1989 to 2025. The maker's flagship car, it is unique in its class for offering all-wheel drive as a standard feature, and Subaru's traditional boxer engine.
In 1996, a variant of the Legacy with heightened suspension called the Legacy Outback was introduced to compete in the burgeoning sport-utility vehicle class, and proved to be a sales success for Subaru. The Outback line was split into its own model in 2008, known as the Subaru Outback....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (BC, facelift 1991) Overview:
Subaru Legacy (I (BC, facelift 1991)). With 270 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1375 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.7 s). The top speed reaches 230 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2000 turbo (220 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A true performance standout, delivering exhilarating acceleration and strong power, making it a thrilling driver's car.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a high-performance turbo engine of this era, fuel economy is on the lower side, prioritizing power over efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive provides excellent traction and stability.
- • Reliable Boxer engines known for durability and smooth operation.
- • Spacious interior and practical trunk space for a sedan.
- • Facelift brought updated styling and improved features.
Cons:
- • Base engines can feel underpowered, especially with automatic transmissions.
- • Fuel economy, particularly on larger engines and automatics, is not class-leading.
- • Interior design and materials are functional but lack premium feel.
- • Safety features are basic by modern standards.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (BC): 1989 - 1991).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | I (BC, facelift 1991) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2000 turbo (220 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 220 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 110.3 Hp/l [35mm more] |
| Torque: | 270 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EJ20G More details about the engine EJ20G |
| Engine displacement: | 1994 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.3 kg/Hp, 160 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 196.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1375 |
| Max. weight: | 1870 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 495 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 630 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 405 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 500 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4545 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1385 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2580 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1455 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 170 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Several levers and rods |
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