Subaru Legacy
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The all-wheel-drive sedan. The turbocharged Legacy GT and rally-bred RS are the enthusiast picks.
The Subaru Legacy is the brand mid-size sedan, long defined by standard all-wheel drive and boxer-engine character. While most Legacies are sensible family cars, the enthusiast highlights are the turbocharged Legacy GT and the rally-bred Legacy RS, which gave the sedan genuine performance and rally heritage. The Legacy GT, with a turbocharged boxer and all-wheel-drive traction, was a capable sleeper sport sedan. The Legacy also offered the rugged Outback wagon variant that eventually became its own model. The Legacy blended all-weather security with Subaru distinctive engineering. On WhipJury, Legacy submissions favor the turbocharged GT and the classic RS.
Frequently asked questions about Subaru Legacy
What is the Legacy GT?
The turbocharged performance Legacy, with a turbo boxer engine and standard all-wheel drive, a capable sleeper sport sedan.
Does the Legacy have all-wheel drive?
Yes, standard all-wheel drive is a Subaru hallmark, fitted across the Legacy range.
Is the Legacy reliable?
Generally yes, with Subaru boxer engines and all-wheel-drive durability. Some turbo and head-gasket-era engines warrant maintenance attention.
What is the Legacy RS?
An early-1990s rally-bred turbocharged Legacy that helped launch Subaru World Rally Championship effort before the Impreza took over.
Is the Outback a Legacy?
The Outback began as a rugged, raised Legacy wagon variant before evolving into its own model line.
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