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 Industry Reviews

A roomy cabin, an upgraded interior and standard all-wheel drive make the 2015 Subaru Legacy a solid pick for a midsize sedan, especially if rain and snow accompany your commute.





The Legacy is unique in its class, thanks to its standard all-wheel drive and a roomy interior. A 2.5-liter flat-four engine that makes 175 hp is standard; a continuously variable transmission (CVT) is the only available transmission. There's an available 3.6-liter flat-six that cranks out 256 hp, and it also pairs with a CVT. With the 3.6, the Legacy offers decent performance and relatively dynamic handling. What it lacks in overall speed, it makes up for in all-weather versatility.


 Consumer Reviews

My niece needed a reliable car so I gave her my '94 Subaru Legacy. Then one day, for the first time ever, it wouldn't start. Our mechanic asked us to try our spare key. It started right up! After 200,000 miles, the key had worn out before the car! - Ginger C., Hood, VA

I love my '98 Legacy because no matter where I'm headed, there's fun behind every drive. The AWD has gotten me out of a couple tight spots, especially in the rough-and-tumble New England winters. I had a host of other options to pick from when getting my first car, but I had a funny feeling that choosing a Subaru would be the right choice. I don't regret a second in that car. I may only be 17 but I'll be a Subaru owner for life! - Brandon K., Avon, CT
Three generations of women in my family love Subaru! Sister, Mom and Gram have a Forester, Outback and Legacy and all have adventures to tell. Big roadtrips following winter storms to catch fresh powder, early mornings to catch glassy lakes for a paddle in the kayaks, long rides to classic California trailheads. - Chris C., Walnut Creek, CA
 Accolades

2014 IIHS Top Safety Pick+

The 2015 Legacy is an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ with optional EyeSight®.


Safety drives Subaru design.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has recognized Subaru with more 2014 Top Safety Picks than any other brand . In fact, Subaru is the only manufacturer with IIHS Top Safety Picks for all models for the last five years (2010-2014).

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Every Subaru model is designed with features important to you, from fuel efficiency to cargo space and all the creature comforts to love every day's journey.

  

Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV)

Every Legacy is a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV), meaning it exceeds California's stringent emissions standards and offers lower emissions than some hybrid or alternative fuel vehicles.

Available on: 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited


  

36 MPG Fuel Efficiency

The combination of the advanced SUBARU BOXER® engine and a highly efficient Lineartronic® CVT allows the Legacy to get up to 36 mpg** highway.

Standard on: 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited

  

Revised Steering and Suspension

Legacy features completely revised and retuned steering and suspension, resulting in both improved handling and a quieter, more composed ride.


  

Leather-Trimmed Upholstery

Enjoy the added luxury of heated, leather-appointed seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Together they bring Legacy's luxurious feel to an even higher level.

Standard on: 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited

  

All-Weather Package

The available All-Weather Package includes heated seats, heated side mirrors, and a windshield wiper de-icer to improve both comfort and visibility when the weather turns cold.

Standard on: 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited

  

17- and 18-Inch Wheels

Legacy comes with available 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels. If you're looking to put a little more rubber to the road, the Legacy 2.5i Sport comes with 18-inch wheels.

17-inch wheels standard on: 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited

18-inch wheels standard on: 2.5i Sport


 
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

Designed for optimal balance and an even distribution of power for maximum traction, Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive makes for better stability, efficiency, and a quicker response to road conditions.

Standard on: All Models


 

Power Moonroof

An available power-tilt/sliding moonroof lets you open up the sky while you're opening up the Legacy on the road.

Available on: 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited


 
 


From the little digital luxuries to the unique SUBARU BOXER® engine, every vehicle is intelligently designed for all the right reasons.

 

Bluetooth®

Bluetooth® hands-free technology lets you manage your phone and audio system by voice and controls on the steering wheel. Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones link directly through the Subaru audio system.

Standard on: All models



 

Premium Audio, SiriusXM and HD Radio

Legacy offers an available 12-speaker, Harman Kardon 576-watt equivalent premium audio system with 7-inch high-resolution touch-screen, and SiriusXM? Satellite Radio.

Available on: 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited

 

Rear-Vision Camera

A standard rear-vision camera enhances rear visibility when backing up. It even displays guide lines to help you see the vehicle's path and judge distance to other objects.

Standard on: All models

 

Voice-Activated GPS Navigation

Legacy offers an available GPS navigation system with XM NavTraffic® to help guide you to your points of interest, all via voice command. It also features a 7-inch high-resolution touch-screen display, HD Radio®, and SiriusXM? Satellite Radio.

Available on: 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited

  

Lineartronic CVT®

The Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) gets more performance out of less fuel. Combined with the capability of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, it's a win-win situation for the road ahead.

Standard on: All models

  

Dual-Zone Climate Control

Every Legacy features standard CFC-free air conditioning and cabin air filtration. The available dual-zone automatic climate control allows you to set different temperatures for both you and your passenger. That's personal comfort both the driver and the navigator can agree on.

Standard on: 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited

 
EyeSight Driver Assist Technology

Using two cameras mounted above the rearview mirror to monitor traffic, the EyeSight driver assist technology can react to conditions even before you do. An alert will be sounded along with a visual warning when it senses danger of a collision. It can even apply the brakes automatically if you don't. EyeSight also optimizes cruise control and can warn drivers when they're swaying outside their lane. Another way Subaru technology is looking out for you.

Available on: 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited


 

Starlink?

The new Subaru STARLINK infotainment system brings smartphone entertainment and communication to your dashboard, with an available 7-inch in-dash touch screen and voice controls.

Standard on: All models


 
 


From features like the control and handling of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to an extensive protection system, your safety is always at the forefront of Subaru design.

   

EYESIGHT® DRIVER ASSIST TECHNOLOGY

The available EyeSight driver assist technology monitors traffic movement, optimizes cruise control, and warns you when you're swaying outside your lane. It can even help slow down the car when danger is lurking. Another way Subaru designs vehicles with your safety in mind.

Available on: 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited

   

BLIND-SPOT DETECTION AND REAR CROSS-TRAFFIC ALERT

Available Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert give you added safety functions for those hard-to-see situations.

Available on: 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 3.6R Limited

 
    

SYMMETRICAL ALL-WHEEL DRIVE

Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive flows power to all wheels simultaneously for maximum traction. In slippery conditions, it instinctively sends power to the wheels with the best traction, helping you stay on the road and on course. Working in conjunction with other Subaru engineering features such as the Vehicle Dynamics Control, Antilock Braking System, and Electronic Brake-force Distribution, the Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system gives you the control, handling and confidence that competitive systems can't match.

Standard on: All models except BRZ

  

SUBARU BOXER® ENGINE

The horizontal layout of the SUBARU BOXER engine allows for a low center of gravity for improved response. It also sits low in the vehicle, helping it to drive under the chassis in a front-end collision and protect the passenger area.

Standard on: All models

  

SMART BRAKING SYSTEMS

The Antilock Braking System (ABS) prevents wheel lock-up and helps maintain driver control. Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) balances braking, while Brake Assist can sense a panic-stop situation and apply full braking force to help stop faster.

Standard on: All models

  

VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL

Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC), a stability control system, automatically senses steering and braking inputs to help keep the vehicle on the driver's intended path.

Standard on: All models


 

Advanced Protection System

Every Legacy features a total of eight front, front seat-side pelvis/torso, front seat cushion, and side-curtain airbags. The advanced system uses an array of sensors to help deploy the airbags in the most effective way possible.

The ring-shaped reinforcement frame is designed to shield and protect in a collision. Made of high-tensile strength steel, it directs impact energy around the passenger compartment, rather than through it.

Standard on: All Legacy models