(23rd of 23 vehicles)
Whether you appreciate the handling virtues of all-wheel drive or need to navigate winter's worst, you'll find the 2012 Subaru Legacy to be a roomy, comfortable sedan with an edge in confidenc
If you're looking for a silky-smooth 6-cylinder sedan, the Legacy's boxer engine feels less refined than the traditional V-6 Camry and Accord offerings. The boxer 4-cylinder can feel slightly
While the three engine choices offer differing acceleration, the Legacy 2.5i, 2.5GT and 3.6R all share the same suspension, so ride and handling are consistent across the lineup. Ride quality is among the best in class, aided by the quiet cabin. Along with responsive steering and brakes, the low center of gravity of its boxer engine and all-wheel drive make handling stable and sporty. The 2.5-liter engine's 170 horsepower provides adequate though unspectacular acceleration and passing. The optional CVT works better than most and features a
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Review this carBy Bandit (WA) on Friday, January 11, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 1,033
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsPros: "solid comfortable quite ride"
Cons: "temp guage is light, heat slow on feet"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9
"I have the 2013 legacy premium with all weather package and added fog lights which I would highly recommend. This car is super comfortable and quiet. The seats are deluxe and with heated option can't be beat. The car drives super quiet on the road. Standard stereo is great and you can adjust where you want the sound to be. Only minuses are: 1. No temp guage just a blue light for cold and red light for hot. 2. Once warmed up it still takes 10-15 minutes to put out heat on your feet."
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By Gordie (OH) on Tuesday, January 08, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 76,000
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsPros: "Car compares well to others that cost $10K more."
Cons: "HVAC controls need simplification - not intuitive."
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"So many cars; so little time. I've owned many different brands but the Legacy might be the one I stick with. Mine is a 2010, 76K, and adding 2K per month. Symetrical AWD is tops -- always on, no doubts about grip. I average 32mpg on summer blends and 29+ on winter blends. Large, comfortable, fairly quiet inside at speed and definitely reliable. Only non-routine service points have been headlight bulb replacements. They are owner-serviceable but it's well worth the few bucks the dealer charges. My OEM tires lasted 65K before I replaced them -- unbelieveable. CVT with paddles is sufficiently engaging. No race car, but I get a lot out of the combination when I want to play. Really nice build quality and quite decent interior materials. Overall styling could be better but that is subjective. No hesitation to take clients and customers out in this car. The car always elicits compliments."
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