Subaru Legacy
The Subaru Legacy is a midsize sedan produced by Subaru from 1989 to 2025.
The Subaru Legacy is a midsize sedan produced by Subaru from 1989 to 2025, known for standard all-wheel drive and boxer engines. It served as the brand's flagship car in several markets before being discontinued after the 2025 model year.
What it is
The Legacy is a four-door midsize sedan that debuted in 1989. It was Subaru's flagship model in many markets and was notable for standard all-wheel drive across the lineup, along with Subaru's horizontally opposed boxer engine architecture. The model was sold in North America starting in 1989 and remained in production until 2025.
Why it matters
The Legacy stood out in the midsize sedan class for its all-weather capability, thanks to standard all-wheel drive and boxer engines. It was especially relevant to Canadian buyers, who valued its traction in snowy and icy conditions. The model competed on safety, interior space, and practicality, and was one of the few remaining sedans in Subaru's lineup in its final years.
Key details
The seventh and final generation offered five trim levels for 2025. Most trims used a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine with 182 hp, while Sport and Touring XT trims featured a turbocharged 2.4-litre four-cylinder with 260 hp. Subaru confirmed that 2025 was the last model year, ending Legacy production after 36 years.
In short
- Midsize sedan produced from 1989 to 2025
- Standard all-wheel drive and boxer engine
- Final generation offered 182 hp or 260 hp engines
- Discontinued after the 2025 model year
The Legacy was relevant to Canadian buyers because standard all-wheel drive made it attractive in snowy and icy conditions, especially in regions where winter traction is valued.
Quick questions
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_LegacySupports: Production years, class, standard all-wheel drive, boxer engine, and flagship status.
- Subaru — https://www.subaru.com/vehicles/legacy.htmlSupports: Discontinuation after 2025 and general model description.
- Subaru — https://www.subaru.com/vehicles/legacy/features.htmlSupports: 2025 engine specifications and fuel economy claims.
- Edmunds — https://www.edmunds.com/subaru/legacy/Supports: Final model year, trims, engine outputs, and overall model history.
- Cars.com — https://www.cars.com/research/subaru-legacy-2025/Supports: Body style, engine choices, trims, and standard all-wheel drive.
- CarGurus — https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/articles/subaru-legacy-buying-guideSupports: Historical firsts, U.S. market context, and standard AWD significance.