Subaru Legacy fifth generation

Subaru Legacy fifth generation
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The Subaru Legacy fifth generation (2010–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 57 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: BM, BR

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,730–4,790 mm RDW4,730–4,760 mm TC4,780–4,801 mm
Width1,780–1,820 mm RDW1,820 mm TC1,821 mm
Height1,540–1,610 mm RDW1,510 mm TC1,623–1,669 mm
Wheelbase2,750 mm RDW2,750 mm TC2,741 mm
Front track1,530–1,545 mm ASTRA1,570 mm TC–
Rear track1,530–1,545 mm ASTRA1,570 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,435–1,562 kg RDW1,485–1,624 kg TC1,659 kg
Mass in running order1,535–1,662 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight2,010–2,100 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer1,500–2,000 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer725–750 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–425 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,917 L EPA–
Fuel tank––60 L
Performance
Top speed195–230 km/h RDW–210 km/h
Torque196–350 Nm ASTRA–235 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/60R17, 215/50R17, 205/60R16

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011: ★★★★☆ · 2013–2014: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
9–12 years77.8% (76.1–79.3)77.9%2,591
13 years and older71.2% (68.6–73.6)69.2%1,214

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Suspension35.4%31.9%
Brakes30.9%30.2%
Tyres30.6%31.2%
Lights and electrics25.1%21.2%
Noise, emissions and leaks11.0%10.6%
Body, chassis and structure10.7%11.1%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

525 complaints for model years 2010–2014. 34 crashes · 5 fires · 24 injuries · 1 death

  • Transmission and drivetrain 134
  • Engine 104
  • Airbags 92
  • Electrical system 51
  • Brakes 40
  • Steering 40

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 57 versions of the Subaru Legacy fifth generation

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European Union 28 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2013–20152.5 L127 kW (173 PS)LPG152–160 g/km90
2011–20142.0 L110 kW (150 PS)Diesel158–163 g/km27,806
2012–20142.5 L127 kW (173 PS)Petrol173–174 g/km2,686
20142.5 L109 kW (148 PS)Natural gas135 g/km434
2013–20142.0 L110 kW (150 PS)Petrol164 g/km140
2011–20142.5 L123 kW (167 PS)Petrol191–195 g/km7,954
20142.5 L127 kW (173 PS)LPG152 g/km24
2011–20143.6 L191 kW (260 PS)Petrol226–232 g/km728
20132.0 L–Other fuel160 g/km336
2012–20132.5 L101 kW (137 PS)Natural gas153 g/km786
2011–20132.0 L110 kW (150 PS)Petrol188–191 g/km2,071
20132.5 L108 kW (147 PS)Natural gas135 g/km102
2011–20132.0 L110 kW (150 PS)LPG170–187 g/km294
20132.5 L–Other fuel194 g/km28
2011–20132.5 L123 kW (167 PS)LPG172–181 g/km576
2010–2013––Petrol192–196 g/km400
2010–2012––Diesel157–168 g/km564
20122.0 L–Petrol198 g/km26
20112.5 L195 kW (265 PS)Petrol250 g/km14
20112.5 L127 kW (173 PS)Petrol204 g/km10
20102.0 L–Diesel162 g/km11,998
20102.5 L–Petrol200 g/km4,368
20102.0 L–Petrol193 g/km1,498
2010––Other fuel190 g/km490
20102.5 L–LPG178 g/km484
20103.6 L–Petrol233 g/km468
20102.0 L–LPG176 g/km452
20103.0 L–Petrol237 g/km46

United Kingdom 10 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
20132.0i ES Nav2.0 LPetrolManual8.6 L/100 km NEDC199 g/km
20132.0i ES Nav Lineartronic2.0 LPetrolAutomatic8.1 L/100 km NEDC187 g/km
20132.0D S2.0 LDieselManual5.7–6.1 L/100 km NEDC149–161 g/km
20132.0D SE · 2.0D SE NavPlus2.0 LDieselManual5.9–6.4 L/100 km NEDC156–168 g/km
20132.5i SE Lineartronic · 2.5i SE NavPlus Lineartronic2.5 LPetrolAutomatic8.4 L/100 km NEDC196 g/km
20122.0i ES Nav2.0 LPetrol6-speed manual8.6 L/100 km NEDC199 g/km
20122.0i ES Nav Lineartronic2.0 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)8.1 L/100 km NEDC187 g/km
2010–20122.0D S2.0 LDiesel6-speed manual5.7–6.1 L/100 km NEDC149–161 g/km
2010–20122.0D SE · 2.0D SE NavPlus2.0 LDiesel6-speed manual5.9–6.4 L/100 km NEDC156–168 g/km
2010–20122.5i SE Lineartronic · 2.5i SE NavPlus Lineartronic2.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)8.4 L/100 km NEDC196 g/km

France 10 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2014LEGACY 2.0D Sport / Club–110 kW (150 PS)Diesel6-speed manual5.8 L/100 km NEDC153 g/km
2014LEGACY 2.0D Sport / Club SW–110 kW (150 PS)Diesel6-speed manual5.9 L/100 km NEDC156 g/km
2012–2014LEGACY OUTBACK 2.0D Club–110 kW (150 PS)Diesel6-speed manual5.9 L/100 km NEDC155 g/km
2014LEGACY OUTBACK 2.0D CVT Club–110 kW (150 PS)DieselContinuously variable (CVT)6.3 L/100 km NEDC166 g/km
2013–2014LEGACY OUTBACK 2.5L CVT–127 kW (173 PS)PetrolContinuously variable (CVT)7.6 L/100 km NEDC175 g/km
2013–2014LEGACY SW 2.5L CVT–127 kW (173 PS)PetrolContinuously variable (CVT)7.5 L/100 km NEDC174 g/km
2012–2013LEGACY Berline 2.0D Sport–110 kW (150 PS)Diesel6-speed manual5.8 L/100 km NEDC153 g/km
2012–2013LEGACY SW 2.0D Sport–110 kW (150 PS)Diesel6-speed manual5.9 L/100 km NEDC156 g/km
2013LEGACY Berline 2.5L CVT Club–123 kW (167 PS)PetrolContinuously variable (CVT)8.2 L/100 km NEDC190 g/km
2012–2013LEGACY OUTBACK 3.6R–191 kW (260 PS)Petrol5-speed automatic10.0 L/100 km NEDC232 g/km

United States 3 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–20142.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)All-wheel drive25–27 MPG (8.7–9.4 L/100 km) EPA205–221 g/km
2010–20142.5 LPetrol6-speed manualAll-wheel drive21–24 MPG (9.8–11.2 L/100 km) EPA231–263 g/km
2010–20143.6 LPetrol5-speed automaticAll-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA272–276 g/km

Canada 6 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2011–2014Mid-size2.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)8.6–9.2 L/100 km 5-cycle198–212 g/km
2013–2014Mid-size2.5 LPetrol6-speed manual9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle228 g/km
2011–2014Mid-size3.6 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.6–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle267–269 g/km
2010–2012Compact · Mid-size2.5 LPetrol6-speed manual10.6–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle244–262 g/km
2010Compact2.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle214 g/km
2010Compact3.6 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle269 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.