Subaru Legacy I Station Wagon (BJF) 2000 turbo (200 Hp) AWD


Overall Rating

8 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.5 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.8 / 5
Comfort 3.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Subaru Legacy:

The Subaru Legacy is a mid-size car built by Japanese automobile manufacturer Subaru from 1989 to 2025. The maker's flagship car, it is unique in its class for offering all-wheel drive as a standard feature, and Subaru's traditional boxer engine.
In 1996, a variant of the Legacy with heightened suspension called the Legacy Outback was introduced to compete in the burgeoning sport-utility vehicle class, and proved to be a sales success for Subaru. The Outback line was split into its own model in 2008, known as the Subaru Outback....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I Station Wagon (BJF) Overview:

Subaru Legacy (I Station Wagon (BJF)). With 260 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1430 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2000 turbo (200 Hp) AWD Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

A strong performer with excellent power delivery, offering a thrilling driving experience while maintaining the practicality of a wagon.

Fuel Economy

Impressive fuel economy for a turbocharged AWD vehicle of its power output, indicating a more efficient tune than the 220 Hp variant.

Best Use Case: Enthusiast / Mixed driving with performance focus / Highway

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Standard All-Wheel Drive (on most trims)
  • • Reliable Boxer Engines
  • • Practical Station Wagon Body
  • • Strong Performance Options (turbo models)
  • • Good for varied weather conditions

Cons:

  • • Dated Interior Design
  • • Higher Fuel Consumption on some trims (especially early turbos)
  • • Limited Modern Safety Features
  • • Some base models can feel underpowered
  • • Potential for rust in older models

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Subaru
Model:Legacy
Generation:I Station Wagon (BJF)
Modification (Engine):2000 turbo (200 Hp) AWD
Start of production:1989
End of production:1991
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Station wagon (estate)
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:200 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:100.3 Hp/l
Torque:260 Nm @ 3600 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:EJ20G
Engine displacement:1994
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Boxer
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:4.5 l
Coolant:6.1 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:92 mm mm
Piston Stroke:75 mm mm
Compression ratio:8.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:12.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:7.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:9 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:7.2 kg/Hp, 139.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5.5 kg/Nm, 181.8 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1430
Max. weight:1950
Max load:520
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1550 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:420 l
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Size:
Length:4600 mm mm
Width:1690 mm mm
Height:1480 mm mm
Wheelbase:2580 mm mm
Front track:1465 mm
Rear (Back) track:1455 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size205/60 R15
Wheel rims size15
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionSeveral levers and rods

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