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Subaru Legacy II (BD,BG) 2.2 (128 Hp) AWD Automatic
Overall Rating
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)
II (BD,BG) Overview:
Subaru Legacy (II (BD,BG)). With 190 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9 l/100km). With a weight of 1315 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s). The top speed reaches 188 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.
2.2 (128 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers smooth and reliable power delivery for comfortable cruising, though acceleration is more relaxed due to the automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
Maintains excellent fuel efficiency even with the automatic gearbox, making it a very practical and economical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for superior traction
- • Reliable Boxer engines (EJ series) with a low center of gravity
- • Strong performance options available, especially the turbocharged models
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class, especially the wagon variants
- • Good handling and stability in various driving conditions
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be average on some trims, particularly the larger engines with automatic transmissions
- • Interior design is somewhat dated by modern standards
- • Potential for head gasket issues on some EJ25 engines (a known concern for this era)
- • Limited availability of parts for older models in some regions
- • No official Euro NCAP safety rating available for this generation
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (BC, facelift 1991): 1992 - 1994).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | II (BD,BG) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 (128 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 128 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 57.9 Hp/l [50mm more] |
| Torque: | 190 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EJ22E More details about the engine EJ22E |
| Engine displacement: | 2212 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.9 kg/Nm, 144.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1315 |
| Max. weight: | 1795 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 451 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4595 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1405 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2630 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1455 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Several levers and rods |
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