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Background: introduced in 1990 the Legacy has been Subaru's best seller.

The Legacy has come in a variety of sedan and wagon models including the popular Outback wagon starting in 1996. 

Other models over the years have included the L, LS, LSi, turbo Sport (92-94) etc, most with the 2.2L engine. 
The 2.5L engine was new in 1996 in the Outback, GT and LSi models.

The Legacy Outback introduced in 1996 is now considered a separate line though it is based on the Legacy platform.

All wheel drive became standard in 1997- front wheel drives were always pretty uncommon anyway.
Special models have been offered over the years- in 1994 there was the Alpine Sport, in the 1999 the 30th Anniversary edition L, in 2003 and 2004 the SE etc 
2005 the 4th generation Legacy and Outback was introduced. Powered by a 2.5L 4cylinder with an optional 2.5L 4 cylinder turbo, the re-designed 2005 Legacy is available in 2.5i, Limited and GT wagon and sedan versions.  The 3.0 6 cylinder was not available in a Legacy sedan until the 2008 3.0R model

2007 was the last year for Legacy wagon, it was dropped for the 08 models. All 2008 and newer Legacies are sedans, and all Outbacks are wagons. 
2009 models all have standard VDC electronic stability control.
2010 models completely redesigned- bigger interior, new transmissions, framed doors, 3.6L engine replaces 3.0L... introduced at the NY auto show April 2009

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2009 seacrest green Legacy 2.5i SE
2009 seacrest green Legacy 2.5i SE. Seacrest green is a pale silvery green.

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6/24/09  2010s now arriving on car lots. All new and redesigned, slightly larger, more rear seat room,  3.6L 6 cylinder (used in the Tribeca) replaces 3.0L. 2 new transmissions for the 2.5L models- 6 speed manual and CVT (continuously variable transmission) automatic. All GTs are now manual.  Premium models are available with a number of 'Option Packages' Prices announced 4/29. Production started early May.  2.5i list price drops $800, no change for the 10 2.5i Limited. The new 6 speed GT Limited is up $1100 but the Legacy 3.6L Ltd drops $1570. Production starts 3/27 in Lafayette. Announced 6/18/09, EPA fuel economy ratings for the new CVT is 23/31, combined 26. That's a major improvement over the old 4 speed automatic.

March 2009,  2010 Legacy info released late March. All new and redesigned 2010 Legacy first showing will be at the NY Int't Auto Show in April. Larger inside but 1" shorter overall! Taller, more rear seat legroom, slightly more ground clearance.  The 4 cylinder has new 6 speed manual or automatic CVT transmissions. The 3.6L from the Tribeca replaces the 3.0L. Turbo GT is a manual transmission only.  Framed windows are a first for the Legacy and Outback. Cars expected in June-July?
 

  • 2009: Prices announced May 30, 2008. New 3.0R non-Limited model. 3.0R LL Bean name has been replaced by the 3.0R Limited. A name change only, because Subaru has stopped the affiliation with LL Bean.  All except GT manual now include VDC electronic stability control.

    • 12/10/08   new accessories iPod-iPhone interface for Legacy, Outback, Tribeca. iPod interface controls your iPod and iPhone through the factory stereo. Also recharges it except for 4th gen Nano and 2nd gen iPhone. Applicable on all Legacy, Outback, and Tribeca 2009-2008-2007 without Satellite radio. Available factory or dealer installed
    SPT turbo heat shield applicable on 2009-8-7-6-5 Legacy GT and Outback XT turbos. Helps keeps the turbo warm, retain heat which increases performance.
     
  • 2008 For 2008 Legacy wagons are discontinued and all Legacys are now sedans, and Outbacks are wagons. 2007 was the last year for the Legacy wagon. No price increase. The top of the line is the new 3.0R sedan 6 cylinder. This model comes with Bilstein Suspension and SI Drive like the GT specB,  5spd automatic SportShift transmission and new steering column Paddle Shifters etc. The GT specB continues, with new cloth, so there are now 2 performance models.  All Legacys are lightly re-designed with new rear end, a new steering wheel that now telescopes as well as tilts and has cruise control, with upper end models also getting steering wheel audio and SI Drive controls  One piece key and remote replaces the separate key and remote, Tire Pressure Monitoring is standard on all models. Satellite radio is now either XM or Sirius (was XM only). Re-designed outside mirrors with turn signals on the GT and 3.0R.

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  • 2007 price drops on many models. iPod plug, MP3 standard on all models. All models pre-wired for optional XM Satellite radio, and remote start (auto trans). Manual transmission dropped from Legacy SE wagon. New SI Drive (Subaru Intelligent Drive) standard on GT turbos. SI Drive allows the driver toselect from 3 drive modes designed for better economy, more aggressive driving, or most aggressive driving. GT Limited (there is no regular GT)  gets Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS.  GT LImited with Navigation gets the upgraded VDC, Vehicle Dynamic Control, all wheel drive system with traction control previously only on the Outback VDC wagon and Tribeca. GT spec.B now a full but limited production model,  only 3000 cars (was 500 in 2006). The 07 spec.B gets Subaru's first 6 spd manual transmision, memory power driver's seat, new gray leather with blue alcantara, Torsen limited slip rear axle and special floor mats.

    • 11/20/2006 crash test result:  Legacy GT sedan with Navigation, Tribeca, Forester XT Sports are on the list of only 13 cars that earned the top rating from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (iihs.org).
     
  • 2006 available mid July. Minor price increases. 4 cylinder horsepower now 175 (from 168). The base cloth model GT has been deleted which means all GT models are GT Limited with leather and sunroof etc.

    • Manual transmission has been deleted on 2.5i Limited and GT Limited wagon, you can still get a manual transmission on the GT sedan, 2.5i or 2.5i SE models.
    New 2.5i Special Edition SE model includes sunroof, power driver's seat etc.
    Navigation system now available on GT Limited sedan with automatic transmission as well as on a few Outbacks.
    Limited production GT spec.B sedan with upgraded Bilstein suspension, special leather interior, 18" alloys and more available October, 2005. Only 500 witll be made, all titanium colored with brick red leather, Navigation system each with a numbered plaque. The spec.B is the only way to get Navigation on a manual transmission.
    New color interior combinations but for the most part they remain the same.

    12/5/05 Crash test results: 2006 Legacy is a 'Top Safety Pick' Gold Award winner from Insureance Institiute for Highway Safety. iihs.org. Top Safety Pick winners reflect an elite fraction of the car market.
     

  • 2005 available late May 2004. This is a major 5year remodel as Subaru transforms the Legacy line  with an all new focus on comfort, a more current look, safety with 6 standard airbags, and performance with the 2.5L turbo Legacy GT.  The similarly new Legacy Outback model, more commonly called the Outback, also gets the same make-over but is on the Outback page

    • There's a new much more contemporary look, upgraded suspension for a smoother, quieter ride, and many other features.
    The models are 2.5i replacing the Legacy L, a new 2.5i Limited, and the GT and GT limited gets the new 250hp turbo engine. There is all new dashboard, body panels, new seats and etc etc. Along with the upscale emphasis, there is a focus on safety and all models have 6 airbags: front, front side, and front and rear side curtain airbags
  • 2004 There are now 2 emission-control models for the 4 cylinder only, not the H6 cylinders. The ' Ca' spec model for sale in California, Maine, Mass, New York, Vermont and the 'Fed' spec model for sale in the other 45 states. The L SE has been renamed L 35th anniversary and now includes power driver's seat and floor mats, new color wood trim. No major changes for the GT.
  • 2003: Major changes to GT line, new L SE (Special Edition) model.
  • 2002: No major changes. All models get delay-off dome light, 2 cupholders in center console. All wagons get smaller center rear headrest for improved visibility. All sedans get emergency trunk release.  GT models get the All Weather package, illuminated ignition switch, woodgrain door trim. Colors: new Silver Stone Metallic replaces White Birch, Reggata Red Pearl replaces Winestone. $30 price increase (GT more due to all weather pkg ), $30 delivery increase.
  • 2001The Brighton model discontinued, so the least expensive model is the L. The L and GT models remain very much the same. The big Legacy news for 2001 is the Outback Limited H-6 models. This 6 cylinder engine is only available in 2 Outback versions.
  • 2000 the Legacy extensively re-designed. The 3rd generation Legacy is longer, wider and more powerful, with improved safety components, side air bags on some models, limited slip rear axles, completely new rear suspension, new dashboard, power seat and a lot more. 2.5L engine now standard on all models.
  • 1999-1997-1998 30th Anniversary models
  • 1997-1996-1995 1996 2.5L engine offered on select models
  • 1995 1st re-design. Outback model introduced.
  • 1994-1993-1992-1991-1990: 1st generation. There were minor yearly changes, see sitemap

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