Subaru Legacy second generation
The Subaru Legacy second generation (1995–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 22 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: BD, BG, BK
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,610–4,720 mm RDW | – | 4,719 mm |
| Width | 1,720 mm RDW | – | 1,694–1,715 mm |
| Height | 1,405–1,515 mm ASTRA | – | 1,600 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630–2,650 mm RDW | – | 2,629 mm |
| Front track | 1,460–1,465 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,455–1,465 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,125–1,425 kg RDW | – | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,225–1,525 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,780–1,980 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,200–1,800 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 368–1,019 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,605–2,718 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 180–208 km/h ASTRA | – | – |
| Torque | 172–223 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/60R15, 205/50R16, 185/70R14
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
652 complaints for model years 1995–1999. 112 crashes · 12 fires · 79 injuries
- Airbags 96
- Engine 89
- Brakes 59
- Electrical system 34
- Speed control 33
- Transmission and drivetrain 29
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 22 versions of the Subaru Legacy second generation
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United States 12 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1999 | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1999DOHC, CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1999DOHC | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1995–1998(FFS), CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1995–1998(FFS) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21–23 MPG (10.2–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240–263 g/km |
| 1995–1998(FFS), CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 240–251 g/km |
| 1998 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1998 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS), CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1997(FFS) | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 221–230 g/km |
Canada 10 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1999Compact · Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.2–10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235–244 g/km |
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.6–10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 221–242 g/km |
| 1999Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242 g/km |
| 1996–1999Compact · Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5–12.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–276 g/km |
| 1999Compact · Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 262 g/km |
| 1995–1998Compact · Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.5–11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242–253 g/km |
| 1995–1998Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.4–10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 239–251 g/km |
| 1995–1998Compact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.2–10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235–246 g/km |
| 1997–1998Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 267 g/km |
| 1997–1998Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.2–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 258–265 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.