2011 Subaru Legacy Reviews

After last year's full redesign, the 2011 Subaru Legacy sees only minor changes. The Harman Kardon upgraded sound system now includes satellite radio.One Notable exceptions, however, is the 2011 Subaru Legacy. For years now, the Legacy has resolutely kept the beat with its own drummer, and the current car is little different. Despite Itself setting apart in Such key areas, however, the Subaru Legacy is still a viable family sedan, with top crash test scores, decent four-cylinder fuel economy and comfortable driving dynamics. However, Some of the Legacy's quirks do have downsides. The turbocharged 2.5GT Is not available with an automatic transmission, the which limits its widespread appeal. The Ford Fusion and Suzuki Kizashi Also offer all-wheel-drive, while the Mazda 6 is a good choice for driving enthusiasts. The 2011 Subaru Legacy is a five-passenger sedan available in seven trim levels: 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 3.6R, 3.6R Premium, 3.6R Limited and 2.5GT Limited. The 2.5i comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels, automatic headlights, air-conditioning, cruise control, a height-adjustable driver seat, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, full power accessories, a rear 60/40-split-folding seat and a four-speaker stereo with CD player, auxiliary audio jack and steering-wheel controls. The 2.5i Premium trims adds 16-inch alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an eight-way power driver seat and an auto up / down driver window. The 3.6R models are essentially the same as the 2.5i models, but gain a six-cylinder engines, bigger brakes and 17-inch alloys for all models. The 2.5GT Limited adds to the 3.6R Limited, a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, six-speed manual transmission, 18-inch alloy wheels, summer tires, a hood scoop, a sunroof (optional on all other trims but 2.5i), foglights , unique interior trim and satellite radio. Optional on the Limited trims is a navigation system package, the which includes a touchscreen interface, voice controls, a rearview camera, Bluetooth phones and audio connectivity, and a different Harman Kardon sound system with a single-CD player, USB audio jack and iPod control . The all-wheel-drive 2011 Subaru Legacy offers a variety of engines and transmissions. The base 2.5-liter horizontally opposed (aka "boxer") four-cylinder engine produces 170 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque. Estimated fuel economy is 23 mpg city/31 mpg highway and 26 mpg combined with the CVT. A traditional five-speed automatic transmission is standard. Estimated fuel economy is 18/25/21. Every 2011 Legacy comes standard with stability and traction control, Antilock disc brakes, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. The 2.5GT stopped in an excellent 111 feet. The seats are comfortable and the Legacy's Provide plenty of headroom and rear seat legroom. Also we've noticed the nav system's functionality is hampered by Fussy touchscreen controls and small icons. That You Should Also note the sound quality from the base sound system is poor and We highly recommend upgrading the available Harman Kardon system. The 2011 Subaru Legacy Provides a smooth ride and respectable handling. The last time We checked in with our long-term Subaru Legacy, the car was dragging its feet a little (or maybe That was our staff of dragging its feet), having taken nine months to accumulate 23.212 miles. Here's an easy suggestion for an incremental model-year update, Subaru: more sound insulation in the wheel wells. An equally persistent but more troubling problem is the way the Legacy's steering wheel at highway speeds quivers. Subaru's every-7500-mile service schedule trades off simple oil changes and inspections with deeper dives. Prime example: Subaru will not let anyone adjust the stereo's equalizer while the car is in motion. This new Legacy is a game. Contributing to welcome these dynamics are the standard four-wheel disc brakes, 16-inch wheels with 205/60 Bridgestone Turanzas, a quick 14.5:1 steering ratio, and front and rear tracks stretched 2.7 inches and 3.3, respectively. Moreover, with help from the front, front side, and curtain bags of water, as well as dual rear-door side-impact beams, the Legacy, Subaru predicts, will from earn top safety scores from both IIIHS and NHTSA.