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Subaru Legacy V Station Wagon 2.0i (150 Hp) AWD Lineartronic
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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)
V Station Wagon Overview:
Subaru Legacy (V Station Wagon). With 196 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1535 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 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 206 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.
2.0i (150 Hp) AWD Lineartronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The least powerful petrol option, offering adequate performance for city driving but can feel strained on highways.
Fuel Economy
The highest fuel consumption among the lineup, making it less economical for regular long-distance travel.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for superior traction
- • Spacious and practical station wagon body style with large boot capacity
- • Strong safety record with a 5-star Euro NCAP rating
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Unique Boxer engine sound and low center of gravity
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high on petrol models, especially with the Lineartronic CVT
- • Interior design might feel dated compared to some European rivals
- • Some engine options (e.g., 2.0i) can feel underpowered for the vehicle's size
- • CVT transmission might not appeal to all drivers
- • Limited availability of certain trims and engine options in some markets
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (facelift 2006): 2008 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | V Station Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i (150 Hp) AWD Lineartronic |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.2 Hp/l [45mm more] |
| Torque: | 196 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EJ204 More details about the engine EJ204 |
| 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: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 206 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.2 kg/Hp, 97.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 127.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1535 |
| Max. weight: | 2010 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 475 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1660 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 526 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 730 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4775 mm mm [45mm more] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Height: | 1535 mm mm [110mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Front track: | 1565 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Lineartronic |
| 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 |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16H |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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