Subaru Legacy sixth generation
The Subaru Legacy sixth generation (2015–2020): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 15 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: BN, BS
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,820 mm RDW | 4,800–4,840 mm TC | 4,816 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm RDW | 1,840–1,900 mm TC | 1,839 mm |
| Height | 1,610 mm RDW | 1,500 mm TC | 1,679 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm RDW | 2,750 mm TC | 2,746 mm |
| Front track | – | 1,580 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | – | 1,600–1,610 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,557–1,573 kg RDW | 1,543–1,714 kg TC | 1,630 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,657–1,673 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,100 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,000 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 425 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,973 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 60–70 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 210 km/h RDW | – | 210 km/h |
| Torque | – | – | 235–239 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/65R17, 225/60R18
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2015–2020: ★★★★★
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), 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
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
786 complaints for model years 2015–2020. 44 crashes · 7 fires · 21 injuries
- Visibility and wipers 230
- Electrical system 203
- Engine 55
- Transmission and drivetrain 37
- Fuel system 33
- Brakes 32
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 15 versions of the Subaru Legacy sixth generation
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European Union 6 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 version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–2018 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 158–159 g/km | 17,258 |
| 2015–2018 | 2.5 L | 129 kW (175 PS) | Petrol | 161 g/km | 10,304 |
| 2016 | 2.5 L | 129 kW (175 PS) | LPG | 161 g/km | 524 |
| 2015–2016 | 2.5 L | 108 kW (147 PS) | Natural gas | 136–137 g/km | 220 |
| 2016 | 2.5 L | 129 kW (175 PS) | Diesel | 161 g/km | 14 |
| 2015 | 2.5 L | 127 kW (173 PS) | Petrol | 172 g/km | 274 |
United States 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2025SIDI | 2.5 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 183 g/km |
| 2020–2022SIDI | 2.4 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
| 2015–2019 | 2.5 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA | 188–193 g/km |
| 2015–2019 | 3.6 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
Canada 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2022Full-size | 2.4 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 205 g/km |
| 2020Full-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 7.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 185 g/km |
| 2015–2019Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 7.9–8.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 182–194 g/km |
| 2015–2019Mid-size | 3.6 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 10.2–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235–241 g/km |
| 2015–2017Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.4–9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 216–222 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.