Subaru Legacy third generation
The Subaru Legacy third generation (2000–2004): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 38 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: BE, BH
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,610–4,730 mm RDW | – | 4,684–4,760 mm |
| Width | 1,690–1,750 mm RDW | – | 1,694–1,745 mm |
| Height | 1,470–1,550 mm RDW | – | 1,481–1,608 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650–2,670 mm RDW | – | 2,649 mm |
| Front track | 1,460–1,495 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,455–1,490 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,285–1,585 kg RDW | – | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,385–1,685 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,835–2,085 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,400–2,000 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500–750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 340–963 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,577–2,718 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 197–224 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 184–297 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/60R15, 215/60R16
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, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 66.0% (64.3–67.6) | 69.2% | 3,133 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 51.9% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 38.2% | 36.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 31.7% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 27.4% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 26.0% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 21.4% | 17.1% |
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)
334 complaints for model years 2000–2004. 33 crashes · 5 fires · 17 injuries · 1 death
- Engine 53
- Airbags 44
- Fuel system 42
- Tyres 24
- Speed control 24
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 38 versions of the Subaru Legacy third generation
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United Kingdom 29 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–20042.0 GL Saloon AWD | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.7–9.2 L/100 km NEDC | 209–218 g/km |
| 2000–20042.0 GL Saloon AWD | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.6–9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 206–225 g/km |
| 2000–20042.0 GL Estate AWD | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.1–9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 217–224 g/km |
| 2000–20042.0 GL Estate AWD | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.0–9.6 L/100 km NEDC | 215–229 g/km |
| 20042.0 AWD Sports Tourer | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 183 g/km |
| 20042.0 AWD Sports Tourer | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 183 g/km |
| 20042.0 AWD Saloon | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 182 g/km |
| 20042.0 AWD Saloon | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 178 g/km |
| 2000–20042.5 GX Saloon AWD | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.0–9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 215–222 g/km |
| 2000–20042.5 GX Saloon AWD | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.3–9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 221–232 g/km |
| 2000–20042.5 GX Estate AWD | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.2–9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 220–228 g/km |
| 2000–20042.5 GX Estate AWD | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.4–9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 226–234 g/km |
| 2000–20042.5 Outback Estate AWD | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.0–9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 216–227 g/km |
| 2000–20042.5 Outback Estate AWD | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.1–9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 218–235 g/km |
| 20042.5 AWD Saloon | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.1 L/100 km NEDC | 193 g/km |
| 20042.5 AWD Outback | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 203 g/km |
| 20042.5 AWD Outback | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 203 g/km |
| 20042.5 AWD Sports Tourer | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 198 g/km |
| 20042.5 AWD Sports Tourer | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 198 g/km |
| 20042.5 AWD Saloon | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2001–20043.0 Outback Estate AWD | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.9–10.5 L/100 km NEDC | 238–248 g/km |
| 20043.0 AWD Outback | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 233 g/km |
| 20043.0 AWD Saloon | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.6 L/100 km NEDC | 229 g/km |
| 20043.0 AWD Sports Tourer | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 234 g/km |
| 2001–20032.0 GL Estate AWD · 2.0 GL Estate AWD | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.6 L/100 km NEDC | 227 g/km |
| 2001–20032.0 GL Estate AWD · 2.0 GL Estate AWD | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 229 g/km |
| 2001–20032.5 GX Estate AWD · 2.5 GX Saloon AWD | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 230 g/km |
| 2000–20012.0 Classic Estate AWD | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 225 g/km |
| 2000–20012.0 Classic Estate AWD | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 236 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2002 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2000–2002CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2001–2002CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
Canada 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2004Compact · Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.0–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253–260 g/km |
| 2000–2004Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.9–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 251–262 g/km |
| 2001–2004Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.0–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253–269 g/km |
| 2002–2004Compact · Station wagon: Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.9–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 274–278 g/km |
| 2000–2002Station wagon: Mid-size · Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 255 g/km |
| 2001Station wagon: Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265 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.