2005 Subaru Legacy pricing starts at $3,755 for the Legacy 2.5i Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $22,870 when new. The range-topping 2005 Legacy 2.5 GT Limited Wagon 4D starts at $3,858 today, originally priced from $31,570.
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2005 Subaru Legacy models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Legacy Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Subaru Legacy (2005-2009) a 4.5 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 90% recommend it. These figures are based on 314 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2005 Subaru Legacy
"My baby for almost 10 years!!"
"this was my very first car. Bought it used and it had a little over 55,000 miles on it and almost 10 years later, it now has a little over 240,000 miles. Even though this car sits low to ground, it was AMAZING in the winter time (only got "stuck" 3 times in all the years I've owned it), never had to put snow tires on it, but I can only imagine how well the performance would've been if I had. The power steering pump needed to be replaced at about 180K, and the blower motor went out around 125K, but other than those two things, never had any major mechanical issues. The sound system was absolutely AMAZING and it was STOCK - never upgraded it, didn't see the need. But now, my head gasket is failing and I'm searching for a new vehicle - preferably an SUV, I just want more ground clearance than what a car can offer me. I'm gonna miss this car, but sheesh! I've owned it since my last year of high school and almost til the end of my twenties, sooo. It's been good to me!!"
"Fun and nice"
"I bought this 2000 Legacy sedan in 2005 with 34k miles, now in early 2008 it has 82K. I will only drive an AWD, as I live in the snowy hiils of central NY. It is a beast in any weather. I previously owned a Subaru Forester, and the Legacy is so much nicer to drive. It handles like a dream. You don't have to slow down nearly as much to make turns. The seats and ride are comfy. It has been reliable, inexpensive to maintain, and starts up like a gun every time no matter how cold."
"Fun car but..."
"I bought the car brand new in 03/05. Fun car to drive and to drive hard when it is running good. Tires appear to make a huge difference in handling characteristics, too big of a difference in my opinion. Had to replace a bearing in transmission at 62,000 (warranty ran out at 60,000). Car has never liked city speeds or cold and/or damp weather - car chugs (feels like gas is on and off...), very irritating and two dealers could not find a problem. The car has been having erratic idling/running issues since turning 100,000 and throws codes non-stop during these spells. Again, dealer can find nothing wrong but did suggest the cam shaft pulley/filter needed to be changed. Seriously. Bottom line, I would rather of kept the 10 year old car I had and the $32,000 I paid for this, my first new car."
Overall 2005 Subaru Legacy Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2005 Subaru Legacy is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2005 Subaru Legacy quality a 4.6 out of 5.
2005 Subaru Legacy Reliability
The 2005 Subaru Legacy receives an average consumer rating of 4.5 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2005 Legacy Features
According to drivers of the 2005 Legacy, here are some of its best features:
A 2005 Subaru Legacy has depreciated $668 or 19% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $2,776 and trade-in value of $917.
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2005 Subaru Legacy Annual Depreciation
Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$182
$3,444
$1,836
2023
$405
$3,039
$1,236
2024
$166
$2,873
$1,028
Now
$97
$2,776
$917
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
2005 Subaru Legacy Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
Owners of the vehicle give it 4.5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Legacy is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.
Is the Subaru Legacy 2005 a good vehicle?
Owners of the vehicle give it 4.5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Legacy is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.
What is the MPG for a 2005 Subaru Legacy?
The 2005 Subaru Legacy gets 17 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway.