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Subaru Legacy IV Station Wagon (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 Station Wagon (facelift 2006) Overview:
Subaru Legacy (IV Station Wagon (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 1500 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 s). The top speed reaches 208 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5i (173 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A solid performer for an automatic, offering good torque for everyday situations, though acceleration is more relaxed than the manual.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for an automatic AWD wagon with decent power, making it a very practical and economical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for all-weather capability.
- • Reliable Boxer engines, especially the naturally aspirated variants.
- • Spacious and practical station wagon body style.
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys.
- • Engaging driving dynamics, particularly with the 3.0R spec.B.
- • Strong resale value for well-maintained examples.
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially with the 3.0L engine and in urban settings.
- • Interior design, while functional, can feel dated compared to some European rivals.
- • Some parts, particularly for the 3.0R, can be more expensive.
- • Limited ground clearance (150mm) for a vehicle with AWD capabilities.
- • Automatic transmissions can feel less engaging than manual options.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (facelift 2006): 2006 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | IV Station Wagon (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: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 173 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.4 Hp/l [65mm more] |
| 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: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 208 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.7 kg/Hp, 115.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 151.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1500 |
| Max. weight: | 1945 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 445 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1649 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 459 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 735 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 82 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4795 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Width: | 1730 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [50mm more] |
| 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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