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Subaru Legacy V 2.5i (170 Hp) AWD Lineartronic
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 Overview:
Subaru Legacy (V). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1549 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Subaru Legacy V generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, it generally received strong safety ratings in other markets like the US (IIHS).
2.5i (170 Hp) AWD Lineartronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth power delivery with the CVT, ideal for relaxed driving, though not the most engaging.
Fuel Economy
Potentially slightly better or similar fuel economy to the manual 2.5i due to CVT optimization.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive offers superior traction and handling.
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, especially for rear passengers.
- • Range of efficient and powerful Boxer engines.
- • Excellent visibility and refined ride quality.
- • Strong safety reputation (IIHS ratings).
Cons:
- • Exterior styling was considered conservative by some.
- • Infotainment system could be dated compared to rivals.
- • Some petrol engines can be thirsty, especially the larger ones.
- • CVT transmission (Lineartronic) can feel less engaging for some drivers.
- • Not officially Euro NCAP tested.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (facelift 2006): 2008 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | V |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5i (170 Hp) AWD Lineartronic |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.2 Hp/l [5mm more] |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 4000 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 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: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9 kg/Hp, 110.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 150 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1533-1565 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 486 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4735 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Height: | 1505 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1820 mm |
| Front track: | 1565 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Lineartronic |
| 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 | 05/60 R16 91V; 215/50 R17 90V |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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