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Subaru Legacy III Station Wagon (BE,BH, facelift 2001) 2.0 (125 Hp) AWD
Overall Rating
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)
III Station Wagon (BE,BH, facelift 2001) Overview:
Subaru Legacy (III Station Wagon (BE,BH, facelift 2001)). With 184 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. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.1 s). The top speed reaches 188 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (125 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.0-liter engine provides sufficient power for city driving and light highway use, but can feel underpowered when fully loaded or during spirited driving. Manual transmission offers better control.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for an AWD vehicle, especially with the manual gearbox. Best for those prioritizing efficiency over outright power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for all-weather capability
- • Practical and spacious station wagon body style
- • Distinctive and smooth Boxer engine character
- • Comfortable ride quality suitable for long journeys
- • Robust build quality and generally reliable (with proper maintenance)
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be a concern, especially with the 2.5L automatic
- • Potential for head gasket issues on the EJ25 engine if not addressed
- • Older 4-speed automatic transmissions can feel dated and sluggish
- • Interior design and materials may feel less premium compared to some rivals
- • Limited engine options, with the 2.0L feeling underpowered for some
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Station Wagon (BE,BH): 1998 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | III Station Wagon (BE,BH, facelift 2001) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (125 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 62.7 Hp/l [80mm more] |
| Torque: | 184 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EJ201 More details about the engine EJ201 |
| 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: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1430 |
| Max. weight: | 1920 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1646 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 528 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1600 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4760 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Width: | 1745 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Height: | 1525 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1455 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R15 90H; 205/55 R16 89H |
| Wheel rims size | 6.0J x 15; 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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