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Subaru Legacy V Station Wagon (facelift 2012) 2.0d (150 Hp) AWD
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)
V Station Wagon (facelift 2012) Overview:
Subaru Legacy (V Station Wagon (facelift 2012)). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7 l/100km). With a weight of 1557 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 9.6 s). The top speed reaches 203 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.
2.0d (150 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong torque delivery provides brisk acceleration and confident overtaking, making it feel more powerful than its horsepower suggests.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency, making it the most economical choice in the lineup for long-distance driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive for superior traction and stability
- • Spacious and practical station wagon body style with large boot capacity
- • Reliable Boxer engines and robust drivetrain
- • Excellent safety rating (5-star Euro NCAP)
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
Cons:
- • Petrol engine fuel economy can be higher than FWD rivals
- • Lineartronic CVT gearbox might not appeal to all drivers
- • Interior quality, while durable, can feel less premium than some competitors
- • Limited engine choices compared to some European rivals
- • Resale value can sometimes lag behind mainstream competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V: 2009 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | V Station Wagon (facelift 2012) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0d (150 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 3600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.1 Hp/l [55mm more] |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 1600-2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EE20 More details about the engine EE20 |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.9 l |
| Coolant: | 9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 203 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 224.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1557 |
| Max. weight: | 2075 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 518 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1726 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 526 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1700 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4790 mm mm [55mm more] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1535 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1545 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1545 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| 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 | 205/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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