Industry Reviews![]() With standard all-wheel drive, big-car comfort and lively performance, the
2012 Subaru Legacy is a solid choice among midsize sedans.
Look past the dowdy image, and the Legacy proves to be a sporty, all-wheel-drive sedan. All versions have a lively feel and a big interior. | 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![]() 2012 Top Safety Pick *Subaru remains only manufacturer with IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK Winners for All Models |
Lineartronic® CVTLegacy's available Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) gets more performance out of less fuel. Combined with the capability of All-Wheel Drive, it's a win-win situation for the road ahead. | BOXER® EngineDrawn from over 40 years of intelligent performance, the horizontal layout of the SUBARU BOXER® engine combines balance with power and efficiency. | Symmetrical All-Wheel DriveSubaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive was designed for excellent control, efficiency and quick response to slippery conditions. |
Smart Braking Systems Legacy's Anti-lock 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. | Premium Audio Legacy offers an available 440-watt 9-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system with iPod® control, HD Radio™, Bluetooth® audio streaming and XM® Satellite Radio. | Steering Wheel Controls The available leather-wrapped steering wheel includes cruise and audio controls. Also available are Bluetooth® hands-free phone and navigation system voice command controls. |