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Subaru Legacy IV Station Wagon 2.0i (138 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)
IV Station Wagon Overview:
Subaru Legacy (IV Station Wagon). With 187 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1360 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 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 193 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.
2.0i (138 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Basic performance, requiring frequent gear changes to maintain momentum, but slightly more engaging than the automatic.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer good fuel economy, similar to its automatic counterpart, making it an economical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive for superior traction
- • Distinctive and reliable Boxer engine character
- • Practical and spacious station wagon body style
- • Comfortable ride quality and stable handling
- • Strong safety performance for its era
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially with larger engines
- • Some interior plastics feel dated compared to rivals
- • Certain Boxer engine maintenance (e.g., head gaskets on older models) can be costly
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds in some trims
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (BE,BH, facelift 2001): 2002 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | IV Station Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i (138 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 138 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.2 Hp/l [35mm more] |
| Torque: | 187 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EJ202 More details about the engine EJ202 |
| 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: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 193 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 101.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1360 |
| Max. weight: | 1925 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 565 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1649 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 429 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1600 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 715 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4720 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Width: | 1730 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Height: | 1470 mm mm [55mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Front track: | 1495 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1490 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 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 |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16V |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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