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Subaru Legacy IV (facelift 2006) 2.5i (173 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)
IV (facelift 2006) Overview:
Subaru Legacy (IV (facelift 2006)). With 227 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1475 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 11.4 s). The top speed reaches 217 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.
2.5i (173 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers comfortable and smooth performance, though the automatic transmission slightly dulls the acceleration compared to the manual, making it more suited for relaxed driving.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, similar to the manual 2.5i, making it an efficient choice for an automatic AWD sedan.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for superior traction
- • Engaging Boxer engines with a low center of gravity for good handling
- • Reputation for strong reliability and durability
- • Comfortable ride quality and well-tuned suspension
- • Practical and spacious interior for a sedan
- • Distinctive styling that stands out from competitors
Cons:
- • Petrol engine fuel economy can be high, especially for larger engines
- • Interior design, while functional, can feel dated compared to some rivals
- • Some road noise at higher speeds, particularly on certain trims
- • Maintenance costs for boxer engines can be higher than conventional layouts
- • Limited dealer network in some regions could affect service accessibility
- • Automatic transmissions can dull performance on less powerful engines
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (facelift 2006): 2006 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | IV (facelift 2006) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5i (173 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 173 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.4 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 227 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EJ253 More details about the engine EJ253 |
| Engine displacement: | 2457 |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Coolant: | 6.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 99.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 217 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 117.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 153.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1475 |
| Max. weight: | 1930 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 455 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 433 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 720 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 82 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4730 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1730 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1495 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
| 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 [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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