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2008 photos (on this page) I Legacy and Outback models I Warranty, Maintenance I What's new for 07
model overview:  2.5i - 2.5i SE - 2.5i Limited - GT - spec.B - 3.0R Limited
prices  I dimensionssafety features I engine and mechanical specifications 
interior features I exterior featuresoptions I colors I instrument panel lights I speed statistics

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2008 GT spec.B, diamond gray

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Photos
exterior photo page; interior photo page 

quartz silver 2008 Legacy SE sedan
2008 Legacy rear end
Legacy gets a new rear end for 2008 (quartz silver SE shown). 
Those are reflectors in the bumper, not lights
3.0R 6 cylinder, metallic bronze
top of the line 3.0R 6 cylinder, metallic bronze shown, with 18" alloys, rear spoiler etc

2008 Legacy SE sedan

new tailights for 2008. That's a reflector in the bumper

optional splash guards, shown on 3.0R

2008 Legacy 2.5i SE, quartz silver shown
more photos

2008 Legacy GT specB (all GTs have a finctional hood scoop), quartz silver shown
rear spoiler
optional rear spoiler
front wiper de-icer
The front wiper de-icer heats up the lower windshield. 
(photo is an Outback, with a little snow..)
more 08 Legacy photos of the exterior, interior

the 4 alloy wheels are:


17" alloy with low profile tire is standard 2.5i 
2007 Subaru GT alloy wheel
2008 GT 17" alloy
3.0R 6cylinder alloy
3.0R 6 cylinder 18" alloy with silver finish 
redesigned 2008 Subaru Legacy GT specB 18 alloy wheel
redesigned for 2008 Subaru 
Legacy GT specB 18" alloy wheel


the three steering wheels are:
new for 08 steering wheel
new for 08 2.5i steering wheel with cruise control on right
Limited with leather shown.
All 08 steering wheels telescope and tilt
see dimension photos below

new for 08 GT with manual transmission steering wheel 
with audio (left) and cruise control (right)
All 08 streering wheels telescope and tilt.
Note the medal pedals are on this car.
see dimension photos below
GT with paddle shifters
new for 08 GT and 3.0R  with automatic transmission steering wheel with audio (left) and cruise control (right) and paddle shifters. All 08 streering wheels telescope and tilt
see dimension photos below
new for 2007 Legacy and Outback stereo with XM satellite
stereo and heater control knobs, 2.5i SE

 

new one piece Subaru 2008 Outback key and remote
new for 2008: one piece key and remote. You get 2 key remotes and 1 key,
all Immobilizer (chipped).  The 2 metals tags have the security and key code.

 

stereo auxiliary plug in the Outback and Legacy center console
all models have auxiliary stereo input
in the center console along with a power outlet
SI Drive on the 2006 GT and spec.B
SI Drive on Legacy GT,  spec.B
warm ivory cloth close-up
new for 2008, Warm Ivory cloth has lightly patterned cloth insets. 

 

Outback XT, gray leather interior
Sport buckets with perforated leather on Legacy GT, Outback XT

above: 2008 Warm Ivory cloth rear seat, center armrest.
Note the strip where the back and seat meet covers the child seat anchors

above: GT specB has memory driver seat, 2 settings
more 08 Legacy photos of the exterior, interior
more seat photos with measurements below
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What is a Legacy and Outback?  The Legacy is a line of cars with 2 models based on the same platform, the Legacy (this page) and Outback
The Legacy is a sedan, Outback is a wagon.

The Legacy, Outback, and Tribeca models are made by Subaru (Fuji Heavy Industries of Japan) in Lafayette, Indiana. Toyota builds the Camry at the same plant.

2008 Legacy and Outback models

2008 Legacy sedans
4 cylinder
2.5i sedan -- 2.5i SE --  2.5i Limited w/ VDC starting July 2007
4 cylinder turbo
2.5 GT Limited manual transmission-- 2.5 GT Limited automatic w/ VDC -- 2.5 GT Limited automatic w/ VDC, Navigation
2.5 GT spec.B, 6 speed manual w/ VDC, Navigation
3.0R 6 cylinder
3.0R Limited w/ VDC, Navigation
2008 Outback wagons
4 cylinder
Outback -- 2.5i -- 25i LL Bean w/ Navigation, and VDC starting with July 2007 delivery -- 2.5i Limited -- 2.5i Limited LL Bean Navigation, and VDC starting w/ July 2007 delivery
4 cylinder turbo
XT Limited with VDC -- XT Limited with Navigation and VDC
3.0L 6 cylinder
3.0R LL Bean with VDC -- 3.0R LL Bean with VDC and Navigation
 

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Break-in period  for the first 1000 miles
Don't race the engine, keep RPMs under 4,000 for the most part and vary the speeds with normal city/highway driving. Don't use the cruise control or go at one steady speed for a long time. Avoid hard starts and stops.

1st oil change: 3months/3,000 miles. 
3,750 mile oil changes, or at every 7,500 miles under very easy driving conditions (except turbo which requires 3750 oil service).
7,500 miles: rotate tires
15,000 miles: check hoses, belts, brakes etc
30,000, 60,000, 90,000 miles: 15k service plus replace all fluids, filters, spark plugs
Timing belt: replace at 105,000 miles
Timing chain on 6 cylinder should not need replacement

WARRANTY
subject to change and correction
see your local servicing dealer for full details and coverage on your specific car
Bumper-to-bumper: 3 year/36,000 miles. Includes Wear Item warranty covering pre-mature wear: brakes, clutch linings, remote batteries, wiper blades etc.
Roadside assistance 3yr/36000 miles by the Cross Country Motor Club at 800 261-2155, break-down, lock-out, flat repair etc
Powertrain: 5 year/ 60,000 miles
Corrosion: 5 year/100,000 miles
Emissions:
Federal spec LEV (low emission vehicle) 3 years/36,000 miles plus 8 year/80,000 mile extended defect warranty covering Major Emission Control Components (catalytic converter, electronic emission control unit, diagnostic device)
California spec PZEV (partial zero emission vehicle) sold and registered in CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, VT: 3 years/50,000 miles, plus 7 year/70,000 mile extended defect warranty with extensions to up to 15years/150,000 miles

Notes: 2.5L 4 cylinder models are available in either Fed or Ca spec.
Federal Emission Specification: Certified low emission LEV2 for sale in all states except CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, VT
California spec: PZEV, Super Low Emission Vehicle SULEV  for sale in CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, VT. 
Note: Californic PZEV spec cars are available for sale (order) in all 50 states but only offered standard in  CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, and VT with the 15 year/150,000 mile emission warranty.

Note Warranties do not cover wear or damage due to abuse, lack of maintenance or competitive driving. Exclusions may apply, wear replacement may be one time.

see your local servicing dealer for full details and coverage on your specific car
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2008 Legacy
What's new for 2008, model overview, updates
full specs are below, subject to change, correction
Updates
2008 Crash Test result
3/19/07 prices and specs announced
2/15/2007 Crash test results Safety crash test Legacy and Outback: NHTSA the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced that 24 2007 passenger vehicles, including the Subaru Legacy and Outback, received five stars in front and side crash tests, the highest government rating under the agency’s New Car Assessment Program. the full report
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.

CHANGES FOR THE 2008 LEGACY this is the 4th generation Legacy. The 3rd was 2004-2000, 2nd was 1995-1995, and the 1st generation was 1994-1990

Gone Legacy 2.5i SE and GT wagons are no longer available. All Legacys are now sedans and all wagons are now Outbacks.
New model: Legacy 3.0R Limited 6 cylinder performance sedan 
new colors
new Interior cloth color. Warm Ivory cloth replaces Taupe cloth

new headlights and tailights
new reflective silver fog light surround
new Child seat anchors hidden under flap
new Tire Pressure Monitoring now on all models
new Key and Remote now integrated in one piece
new Telecoping steering wheel on all models. This has not been offered previously.
new 3 spoke steering wheel, leather wrapped, with cruise, SI drive and audio control on GT and 3.0R models
new 2.5L 4 cylinder horsepower now 170@60000rpm, torque170@4400rpm (2007 was 175@6000rpm, torque 169@4400 rpm)
new Paddle shifters with rev-matching downshift blipping control on automatic GT Limited and 3.0R Limited. This is very fun! 
new SI Drive now with Sport# button on steering wheel for fast access, and programable Birthday and Anniversary date reminder
new 2nd Generation Automatic 5 speed transmission (turbo and 6 cylinder only), with new control unit, for more responsive downshifts, improved  components to reduce weight and friction, modified torque converted for improved economy.
new VDC all wheel drive with traction control now standard on 2.5i Limited starting July, 2007 delivery. See prices for model codes. 
VDC is also standard on GT with automatic transmission, GT specB, and the new 3.0R Limited.
VDC stability traction control system measures variables such as steering input, braking and vehicle angle, and applies individual brakes and/or reduces engine power to counteract skids or slides to help keep you in control. 
VDC includes on 4 speed automatics a traction control system which senses a loss of of traction and applies the brakes to the slipping wheels to maintain vehicle motion This is not the VTD system on the GT with 5 speed automatic.
VDC includes on 5speed automatic tranmissions and GT turbo models traction control system VTD Variable Torque Distribution. 45/55 performance oriented, front/rear power split with Limited Slip rear axle,
 

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STANDARD FEATURES on 2008 Legacy 2.5i sedan
subject to change and correction. Looking for a wagon? Check the Outback page

Emissions: 2.5i, 2.5i SE and 2.5i Limited models are available in either
Federal Emission Specification: Certified low emission LEV2 for sale in all states except CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, VT
California spec: PZEV, Super Low Emission Vehicle SULEV  for sale in CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, VT. 
Note: Californic PZEV spec cars are available for sale (order) in all 50 states but only offered standard in  CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, and VT with the 15 year/150,000 mile emission warranty.

Standard features on the 2008 Legacy 2.5i sedan

new Key, Remote Entry and Aalrm now integrated in one piece!
new Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) now on all models
new Telecoping steering wheel on all models. This has not been offered previously.

new 2.5L 4cylinder with 170hp, 170ft lb torque
17" Alloy wheels
Air Filtration
Immobilizer chipped key with Keyless remote entry
Alarm ignition disable
All wheel drive
Anti lock brakes 
Power windows 
Power locks
Power mirrors 
Air conditioning 

Stereo 100watt, AM/FM/CD player, R/RW discs, MP3, 6 speakers, with bass, mid-range, and treble adjustments (by Panasonic), aux (iPod) center console plug, pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio

2.5i standard features, continued...
2 front cupholders, converts to storage
2 rear cupholders
Variable speed front wipers
Rear defroster
Fold down rear seats
Sun visors with extensions
Dome Light
Sunglass holder
2 front map lights
Rear cargo light
Door assist handles
Aluminum alloy hood
Power outlet in center console
Brushed titanium trim by center console
(note titanium trim with woodgrain accents std on Limited and GT with taupe interior)
Pre-wired for optional Remote Start, automatic transmission only

Trip computer with instant/average economy, outside temp with freeze temperature alert, elapsed time function (resets with trip odometer). 

2008 2.5i SE (Special Edition) adds over 2.5i
everything the 2.5i has, plus....

glass sunroof
8 way power driver's seat

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2.5i Limited sedan adds over 2.5i SE
everything the 2.5i SE has, plus....

standard 4speed Sportshift automatic transmission
new for 2008 VDC all wheel drive with TCS Traction Control System will be standard starting with July 2007 delivery. See prices below for model codes

Dual Zone climate control 
Projector Beam Fog Lights 
Front passenger seatback net pocket
Windshield Shade Band across upper windshield
Elm woodgrain interior accents with warm ivory leather
Chestnut woodgrain interior accents with off-black leather
Leather interior, steering wheel, parking brake handle and shift knob 
6 disc CD changer in dash, 6 speakers now with MP3, and SRS WOW system
All Weather Package with heated seats, defrosting outside mirrors, front windshield wiper de-icer

Stereo 100watt, AM/FM/ 6 CD changer, R/RW discs, MP3, 6 speakers, with bass, mid-range, and treble adjustments (by Panasonic), SRS WOW audio enhancement, aux (iPod) center console plug, pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio

Trip computer with instant/average economy, outside temp with freeze temperature alert, elapsed time function (resets with trip odometer). 

The 2008 2.5 GT Limited adds over 2.5i Limited
everything the 2.5i Limited has, plus....

new 3 spoke steering wheel on all GTs: leather wrapped, with cruise, SI drive and audio controls 
new Paddle shifters with rev-matching downshift blipping control on GT Limited  with automatic transmission only and the 3.0R. Wow, this is a 'must have' feature!
new 2nd Generation Automatic 5 speed transmission (turbo and 6 cylinder only), with new control unit, for more responsive downshifts, improved  components to reduce weight and friction, modified torque converted for improved economy.
new VDC all wheel drive traction control system now standard on GT Limited with automatic transmission (in 07 was only available with Navigation). Includes VTD traction control.

Stereo 100watt, AM/FM/ 6 CD changer, R/RW discs, MP3, 6 speakers, with bass, mid-range, and treble adjustments (by Panasonic), SRS WOW audio enhancement, aux (iPod) center console plug, pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio'

Trip computer with instant/average economy, outside temp with freeze temperature alert, elapsed time function (resets with trip odometer). Navigation has this, and more...
Turbo which requires 3,750 oil service.
 
Engine: 2.5L 243hp Turbo intercooled 4cylinder, 241 ft-lb torque
Turbo which requires 3,750 oil service.
Quick Ratio Steering for precise, sporty control
Vented Rear Disc brakes
17" alloy wheels with low profile performance tires
Heavy duty dual mass reinforced manual transmission clutch
Optional automatic 5spd Sportshift
Leather interior: Perforated taupe or charcoal interior
Performance design front seats
Climate control, dual front zone
Power driver's seat - 8 way 
Power passenger seat, 4 way 
Power glass sunroof 
Electroluminescent dashboard gauges 
All Weather Package with 4 temp heated front seats, defrosting outside mirrors, windshield wiper de-icer
Turn signals in the outside mirrors 
Aluminum front door sill plates
Underbody cover
 


2008 GT spec.B adds over GT Limited
07 spec.B GT  06 speed test below 
2007 specB production was supposed to be 3000,  2006 spec.B production was  500 though I don't have actual counts

new 2 exterior color choices: Diamond Gray Metallic or new for 2008 Quartz Silver Metallic (previous models were all diamond gray)

new interior off black leather with black alcanatra inserts
new specB charcoal floor mats
new 18" 10 spoke alloys with new 'smokey' high-luster finish
new 3 spoke steering wheel on all GTs: leather wrapped, with cruise, SI drive and audio controls 
new SI Drive now with Sport# button on steering wheel for fast access, and programable Birthday and Anniversary date reminder

Includes all the standard features of the GT Limited such as VDC all wheel drive with Traction Control, SI Drive, 6 airbags, dual zone climate control, power sunroof, front power heated bucket seats, immobilizer key, alarm system, fog lights, CD changer, leather interior.....

Stereo 100watt, AM/FM/ 6 CD changer, R/RW discs, MP3, 6 speakers, with bass, mid-range, and treble adjustments (by Panasonic), SRS WOW audio enhancement, aux (iPod) center console plug, pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio

Turbo which requires 3,750 oil service.
 
the 2008 specB includes: 
6 speed manual transmission, available on spec.B only
Memory Front Driver's Seat, available on spec.B only
Torsen Limited Slip rear axle, spec.B only
Navigation system, touch screen (disc updates from store.kenwoodusa.com)
Bilstein Sport Suspension, inverted struts
Aluminum Alloy rear suspension arms and upper links to reduce weights
18x7" 10 spoke alloy wheels
215/45 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A low profile summer performance tires
Aerodynamic side ground effects, chrome trimmed, body colored rocker panels
Electroluminescent dashboard gauges 
3 spoke MOMO leather wrapper Steering Wheel
Audio controls in the steering wheel
Titanium Metallic colored interior trim
Aluminum alloy pedal covers 


2008 3.0R Limited
a new performance 6 cylinder sedan for 2008 

6 cylinder, 3.0L DOHC, 245hp@6,600rpm, torque 215@4200rpm
new 2nd Generation Automatic 5 speed transmission (turbo and 6 cylinder only), with new control unit, for more responsive downshifts, improved internal components to reduce weight and friction, modified torque converted for improved economy.
VDC all wheel drive traction control system with VTD traction control.

Navigation system, touch screen (disc updates from store.kenwoodusa.com)
Electroluminescent dashboard gauges
18" 7spoke alloy wheels
215/45 R18 low profile all-season tires
Bilstein Sport Suspension, inverted struts
Aerodynamic side ground effects with chrome trimmed rocker panels, body colored
new SI Drive now with Sport# button on steering wheel for fast access, and programable Birthday and Anniversary date reminder

new for 2008 Paddle-shifter with downshift blipping control on 3.0R and GT with automatic. Wow, this is a 'must have' feature!
new for 2008 3 spoke steering wheel, leather wrapped, with cruise, SI drive and audio control

Stereo 100watt, AM/FM/ 6 CD changer, R/RW discs, MP3, 6 speakers, with bass, mid-range, and treble adjustments (by Panasonic), SRS WOW audio enhancement, aux (iPod) center console plug, pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio
 

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2008 LEGACY PRICES
subject to change and correction
NOTE your purchase price may vary due to rebates and incentives, your dealer's mark-up or discounts, and of course any options
Notes
Price announced March 19, 2007. No price increase!!
Destination  $645 (up from $625)
Alaska residents add +$150 to destination, to $795

Emissions and Price
Federal Emission Specification: Certified low emission LEV2 for sale in all states except CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, VT
California spec: PZEV, Super Low Emission Vehicle SULEV  for sale in CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, VT. 
Note: California (Cal) PZEV spec cars are available for sale (order) in all 50 states but only offered standard in  CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, and VT with the 15 year/150,000 mile emission warranty.

NOTEyour purchase price may vary due to rebates and incentives, your dealer's mark-up or discounts, and of course any options

Legacy model
subject to change and correction

NOTE your purchase price may vary due to rebates and incentives, your dealer's mark-up or discounts, and of course any options

code
base MSRP
dest
total MSRP
base dealer
invoice
dest
total dealer
invoice
Legacy 2.5i sedan, manual transmission
check if you're Cal or Fed spec above
8AA Fed: $20,495
Cal: $20,695
$645 Fed: $21,140
Cal: $21,340 
Fed: $19,365
Cal: $19,571
$645 Fed: $20,010
Cal: $20,216 
Legacy 2.5i sedan, automatic 4 speed Sportshift transmission
check if you're Cal or Fed spec above
8AB Fed: $21,495
Cal: $ 21,695
$645 Fed: $22,140
Cal: $22,340
Fed: $20,277
Cal: $20,483 
$645 Fed: $20,922
Cal: $21,128
Legacy 2.5i SE sedan, manual transmission
check if you're Cal or Fed spec above
8AC Fed: $20,795
Cal: $20,995
$645 Fed: $21,440
Cal: $21,640
Fed: $19,639
Cal: $19,845 
$645 Fed: $20,284
Cal: $20,490
Legacy 2.5i SE sedan, automatic 4 speed Sportshift transmission
check if you're Cal or Fed spec above
8AD Fed: $21,795
Cal: $21,995
$645 Fed: $22,440
Cal: $22,640
Fed: $20,551
Cal: $20,757
$645 Fed: $21,196
Cal: $21,402
Legacy 2.5i Limited sedan, 4 speed automatic Sportshift transmission 
Note: this model will be replaced by model 8AF (below) in July 07
check if you're Cal or Fed spec above
8AE Fed: $24,095
Cal: $24,295
$645 Fed: $24,720
Cal: $24,940
Fed: $22,615
Cal: $22,821
$645 Fed: $23,260
Cal: $23,466
Legacy 2.5i Limited sedan with VDC, automatic 4speed Sportshift transmission
Note: this model will be replacing model 8AE  (above) in July 07
Check if you're Cal or Fed spec above
8AF Fed:$24,395
Cal:$24,595
$645 Fed:$25,040
Cal:$25,240
Fed:$22,890
Cal:$23,096
$645 Fed:$23,535
Cal:$23,741
Legacy GT Limited turbo, manual transmission 8AJ $28,295 $645 $28,940 $26,438 $645 $27,083
Legacy GT Limited turbo with VDC, automatic 5 speed Sportshift transmission
Late June availablity.
8AK $29,795 $645 $30,440 $27,807 $645 $28,452
Legacy GT Limited turbo, Navigation and VDC, automatic 5 speed Sportshift transmission  8AL $31,795 $645 $32,440 $29,528 $645 $30,173
Legacy GT Limited spec.B turbo sedan, manual 6spd transmission, with Navigation, VDC 8AS $33,995 $645 $34,640 $31,534 $645 $32,179
Legacy 3.0R sedan, Navigation and VDC, 5speed Sportshift transmission 8AV $31,259 $645 $31,940 $29,167 $645 $29,812
2008 Legacy
subject to change and correction
NOTE your purchase price may vary due to rebates and incentives, your dealer's mark-up or discounts, and of course any options
code
base MSRP
dest
total MSRP
 
base invoice
dest
total dealer 
Invoice
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dimensions
2008 SEDAN DIMENSIONS

new for 2008: telescoping steering wheel, moves from 7" to 8.75" as shown (hand measured). The wheel also tilts up/down
Wheelbase: 105.1
Overall Length 185.0
Width: 68.1
Height: SE and GT: 56.1; GT spec.B and 3.0R: 56.5"
Headroom front/rear (no sunroof): 39.5/36.5 
Headroom front/rear (with sunroof): 37.5/36.5
Legroom front/rear: 44.1/33.9
Shoulder room front/rear 54.4/53.7
EPA Interior volume 93.5cf, (with sunroof 90.9cf)
EPA Trunk Cargo volume 11.4cf
Ground clearance 5.9", GT spec.B and 3.0R  6.3"
Track:  front/rear 58.9/58.5
2008 - 2007 TRUNK MEASUREMENTS
hand measured
OVERALL TRUNK DIMENSIONS
hand measured

2007 legacy spec.B trunk measurements

A cargo floor length with seat upright 40"
B cargo floor length to top of seat with seat folded down 67"
C trunk width 42"
D width of opening from trunk 41"
E width of right (passenger) side 16", as shown 25" incl. 9" center section
F  width of rear seat left (driver) side 16" 
G height of opening from trunk 13" 
H width of center armest fold-down section 9"
TRUNK 3 WAY FOLD DOWN REAR SEATS
left, center armrest, right, lockable for security, hand measured
2007 Legacy, Outback sedan 3 way fold down rear seat
A left (driver) side 16"
B center armest pass through 9"
C right (passenger) side 16"

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center armrest folded down (9"); locking push-button folds seat

LEGACY SEDAN TRUNK OPENING DIMENSIONS
hand measured

2007 Legacy trunk measurements

A width at base opening 18"
B cargo floor length to seat base 40"
C trunk opening height 16"
D floor width at wheel well 42"
E trunk opening at middle top 33"
F trunk opening at top 40"
legacy sedan gas and trunk release, and trunk lock-out
gas, trunk release, trunk release lock-out

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SAFETY  2008 LEGACY

8/11/07 Crash Test 2008 Legacy: 5 Stars, front and side impact, from NHTSA

Seatbelts
5 passenger, all with full shoulder harness and lap belts
Height adjustable shoulder harness anchor points  (except center rear)
Child Seat
LATCH system (lower anchor and tether for children)
new Child seat anchors hidden under flap
Front Airbags
 Standard with Dual Stage Deployment. Dual Stage means:
Driver: detects distance of driver from steering wheel
Passenger seat: detects weight and will turn off airbag if passenger is under 75#. This status is displayed by the trip computer
Side Airbags
Standard front side airbags
Side Curtain airbags
Standard Front and Rear side Curtain airbags
Headrests
5 headrests
Crumple Zones
Front and rear
5mph Impact Bumpers
Front and rear
Re-Inforcements
Ring-Shaped reinforcement safety structure
dual front, single rear, all tied into a full perimeter protection system
Brakes
4 wheel, 4 channel anti-lock power disc brakes with ventialted front discs
GT and 3.0R: ventilated front and rear discs
DayTime Running lights (DRL)
DRL are standard with auto-off headlights
Auto-off headlights
Headlights are auto on-off with the ignition. A green indicator light is on when headlights are on.
Childproof rear door locks
Standard
Panic Alarm
 Standard using remote lock/unlock key fob
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2008
LEGACY MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
correction; S- standard, 0-option, na- not available
subject to change, correction
model
Legacy 2.5i, SE
Legacy 2.5i Limited
Legacy GT Limited,
GT spec.B
3.0R Limited
new model for 08
Engine 2.5L SOHC 4cylinder boxer engine
Horsepower 170@6000rpm, (2007 was 175@6000rpm)
torque 170@4,400 rpm (2007 was 169@4400 rpm)
i-active valve system, 16 valves
Platinum spark plugs
Cast iron cylinder liners
Aluminum alloy intake manifold
Sequential multi-port injection
Distributorless ignition
5 main bearings
Compression 10:1
Redline 6200
Spark plugs NGK FR5AP-11
Ignition Order 1-3-2-4
2.5L DOHC aluminum 4 cylinder boxer engine with SI drive
Turbocharged and Intercooled
Horsepower 243@6000rpm, 
torque 241@3600rpm
16 valves
AVCS Active variable valve control system
Iridium Spark PlugNGK:SILFR6A
Ignition Order 1-3-2-4
Cast iron cylinder liners
Composite resin intake manifold
Sequential multi-port injection
Direct ignition
5 main bearings
Semi-closed design
Compression: 8.4:1
Maximum Boost: 13.5psi
Redline 6500
Turbo which requires 3,750 oil service.
6 cylinder, 3.0L DOHC
Boxer design, 24 valve
Horsepower 245@6000rpm, 
torque 215@4200rpm
Aluminum block and heads
Composite resin intake manifold
AVCS active variable valve control system
AVLS active valve lift system
Sequential fuel injection
Direct electronic distributorless ignition
Compression 10.7
Idle speed: 650rpm
Spark Plug- Iridium
Firing order 1-6-3-2-5-4
Emissions, depending on your state Fed Spec: Certified low emission LEV2
California spec: PZEV, Super Low Emission Vehicle SULEV  for sale in CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, VT
Californic PZEV spec cars are available for sale in all 50 states but only offered standard in  CA, CT, NH, NY, MA, MS, RI, and VT with the 15year/150,000 mile emission warranty.
Transmissions 5spd manual with overdrive
Optional Automatic 4spd electronic SportShift
GT Manual: Reinforced 5 speed manual transmission with overdrive and dual mass flywheel (available sedan only)

GT Automatic: 5 speed
2nd generation electronic SportShift transmission, with steering wheel SI controls

spec.B: Reinforced 6 speed manual transmission with overdrive and dual mass flywheel  (no auto available)

Automatic transmission is not available on spec.B

No manual 6 cylinder available

Automatic 5 speed
2nd generation electronic SportShift transmission, with steering wheel SI controls

Gear ratio, manual trans 5spd manual
1st 3.454
2nd 2.062
3rd 1.448
4th 1.088
5th 0.780
final 3.90
5spd manual available on GT sedan only
1st 3.166
2nd 1.882
3rd 1.296
4th 0.972
5th .738
final reduction 3.900
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6 spd manual, spec.B only
1st 3.636
2nd 2.235
3rd 1.521
4th 1.137
5th 0.891
6th 0.707
final 3.900
no manual 6 cylinder available
Gear ratio, automatic transmission 4speed Automatic SportAhift
1st 2.785
2nd 1.545
3rd 1.0
4th 0.694
final reduction 4.111
5speed automatic Sportshift

1st 3.540
2nd 2.264
3rd 1.471
4th 1.0
5th 0.834
final reduction 3.083

5speed automatic Sportshift
1st 3.540
2nd 2.264
3rd 1.471
4th 1.0
5th .834
final reduction 3.272
model
Legacy 2.5i, SE
Legacy 2.5i Limited
Legacy GT, GT specB
3.0R
All Wheel Drive, Manual Transmission Viscous coupling 50/50 power split
no manual available on Limited
Manual trans: Viscous coupling 50/50 power split
(not available on wagon)
na
All Wheel Drive, Manual Transmission. spec.B only GT spec.B manual transmission: VDC all wheel drive traction control system. VDC stability traction control system measures variables such as steering input, braking and vehicle angle, and applies individual brakes and/or reduces engine power to counteract skids or slides to help keep you in control.
All Wheel Drive, Automatic transmission 2.5i Electronically controlled, constantly varying, front bias (90/10 front rear)
2.5i Limited: until July 2007, electronically controlled, constantly varying, front bias (90/10 front rear). Model code 8AE
Starting with July 2007 delivery, VDC is standard (below). Model code 8AF replaces 8AE. VDC includes on 4cylinder, 4 speed automatics a traction control system which senses a loss of of traction and applies the brakes to the slipping wheels to maintain vehicle motion (this is not the VTD system on the GT or 3.0R with automatic transmission).

GT:  VTD Variable Torque Distribution. 45/55 performance oriented, front/rear power split with Limited Slip rear axle, plus Steering Wheel SportShift gear controls.

2.5i Limited: Optional VDC with traction control(see below)
GT with manual transmission: Optional VDC with traction control (see below), SI Drive
GT with automatic  5 speed transmission, with or without Navigation VDC with VTD (see below), SI Drive
3.0R: VDC with VTD, (see below), SI Drive

VDC all wheel drive traction control system measures variables such as steering input, braking and vehicle angle, and applies individual brakes and/or reduces engine power to counteract skids or slides to help keep you in control.
VDC on 4 cylinder, 4 speed automatics includes traction control system which senses a loss of of traction and applies the brakes to the slipping wheels to maintain vehicle motion. This is not the VTD system on the GT.
VTD Variable Torque Distribution on 5 speed automatic. 45/55 performance oriented, front/rear power split with Limited Slip rear axle.

SI Drive, on GT and 3.0R SI Drive, Subaru Intelligent Drive, on turbo and 6 cylinder only. 
'Intelligent' mode provides a balance of power and economy
'Sport' mode provides more acceleration 
'Super Sport' mode provides more responsive throttle response
new SI Drive now with Sport# button on steering wheel for fast access, and programable Birthday and Anniversary date reminder
Suspension 2.5i, 2.5i SE, 2.5i Limited, GT: Front: Mcpherson strut type front, multi-link type rear
GT spec.B: Bilstein inverted front struts, aluminum alloy front control arms and rear control arms and upper links
3.0R: Bilstein front struts
Curb weight
manual/automatic, pounds
2.5i 3270/3325, 
SE 3305/3360
auto 3365
GT: 3415/3485
spec.B 3530
3545
model
Legacy 2.5i, SE
Legacy 2.5i Limited
Legacy GT Limited, spec.B
3.0R Limited
Limited Slip Rear Axle
na
na
S
S
Brakes
Power assisted anti-lock, 4 channel with EBD (elec. brake force distribution), 
Low wear indicator
11.5 vented front disc
10.6 solid rear disc
12.3 vented front disc
11.3 vented rear disc
Fuel economy testing changes for 2008 models New for 2008 Model Revised EPA Fuel economy testing methodswill result in lower but more realistic ratings for all manufacturers. New lower estimates (starting with 2008 models) more accurately reflect our current stop-and-go traffic and commute driving patterns, faster speeds and acceleration, air conditioner use, and colder outside temperatures. MPG estimates will also be adjusted downward to account for factors that are difficult to replicate in a laboratory, such as wind and road surface resistance. New fuel economy estimates will be lower for most vehicles. This is not because auto makers have designed the same vehicles to be less fuel efficient—it is because our new test methods take into account factors that have been missing or not fully accounted for in the current (2007 model)  tests. Because some vehicles are more sensitive to these factors than others, the impact of the proposed changes will vary from vehicle to vehicle. The city MPG estimates for conventional (non-hybrid) vehicles would drop on average by about 10-20 percent from (2007 model) labels, while the highway estimates would drop by about 5-15 percent, depending on the vehicle.  Hybrid vehicles, city MPG estimates would drop 20-30 percent from (2007 model) labels. highway MPG estimates, the change is about the same as for conventional vehicles. More from the EPA 
Economy city/highway
Tank: 16.9 US gals.
Low fuel light on at appr. 2.5 gals left
Regular unleaded
Economy manual: 20/27
Economy automatic: 20/27
Premium 91 Octane unleaded required
GT: Economy: manual 18/24
Economy automatic:  18/24

specB:  17/24

Premium 91 Octane unleaded recommended for optimum performance but is not required

automatic: 17/24 no manual available

Wheels/Tires
17" 5 spoke alloy wheels, 7jj, offset 55mm (2.17)
205/50 R17 88V
GT: 17x7jj 6 spoke alloys, 
215/45 R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE 91W
offset 55mm (2.17)

spec.B: 18x7" 10 spoke alloy 
with 215/45 R18 89Y Bridgestone Potenza Summer Performance tire
18x7jj 7 spoke alloys, 
215/45 R18 89W All Season 

 

Steering  2.5i, SE, Limited: Turning Circle curb to curb: 35.4 ft, wall to wall 38.1ft,  Steering wheel Lock-to-lock 3.2 turns, Ratio 16.5:1

GT: Turning Circle curb to curb 35.4, wall to wall 38.1ft, Steering wheel lock-to-lock 2.8 turns

spec.B and 3.0R turning circle 38.0ft, wall to wall 40.7ft,  Steering wheel Lock-to-lock 2.6 turns, ratio 15:1

Ground Clearance (inches)
5.9"
5.9"
GT: 6.1"; specB: 6.3"
6.3"
model
Legacy 2.5i, SE
Legacy 2.5i Limited
GT Limited, spec.B
3.0R Limited
end mechanical
top interior
2008 INTERIOR FEATURES
subject to change, correction
model
Legacy 2.5i, 
2.5i Special Edition
Legacy 2.5i Limited
Legacy GT Limited, spec.B
3.0R Limited
SI Drive, Subaru Intelligent drive
na
na
S
S
Sport design Electro-luminescent dashboard with full sweep on start-up
na
na
S
S
Dashboard: off-white letters against dark background, 
soft red center console lights.
Very readable, easy on the eyes
S
S
S
S
Power windows, locks, mirrors
S
S
S
S
Turn signals in outside mirrors
na
na
S
S
Air Conditioning
S, manual controls,
4spd fan
S: dual front zone Climate Control, 6spd fanS
Cruise control
S
S
S
S
Driver's Seat
2.5i: 6 way manually 
height adjustable 
with lumbar support
SE: 8 way power with lumbar support
8 way power with lumbar support
spec.B includes 2 position memory driver's seat
Power Passenger Seat
na
na
4 way power
with lumbar support
Fold down rear seats
Wagon: 60/40 fold-down split
3 way fold-down rear seat: left, center, right sections
Leather Interior
na
S
S
S
Steering Wheel
vinyl wrapped
Leather wrapped
Leather wrapped
spec.B includes audio controls
Sunroof, with sunshade
2.5i: na
SE: S
S
S
S
Tilt steering wheel
S
S
S
S
Sunvisors w/ slide-out side extension and illuminated vanity mirrors
S
S
S
S
Aluminum pedal covers
0
0
Std on spec.B 
0 on others
 0
Titanium metallic trim on center console and door
S
with gray interior
with gray interior
 with gray interior
Woodgrain trim on center console and door
na
with taupe interior
with taupe interior
with taupe interior 
model reminder
Legacy 2.5i
Special Edition
Legacy 2.5i Limited
Legacy GT Limited, spec.B
3.0R Limited
Navigation system, touch screen
na
na
0 sedan only with auto trans. 
Std on spec.B manual trans.
S
All Weather Package including Heated front seats with 4 settings, Defrosting outside mirrors, Heated lower windshield wiper de-icer, Limited Slip rear axle
na
S
no Limited Slip
S
S
Trip Computer in dashboard (resets with trip odometer)
Outside temperature
Fuel economy- instant and average
Distance to empty
Elapsed time, engine running
Passenger airbag on-off status
S
S
S

with Navigation
Keyless Remote entry, panic button, gate/trunk release
S
S
S
S
Alarm Security system, with chirp sound (easy to disable)
S
S
S
S
Engine Immobilizer Key (keyless, alarm & immobilizer page)
S
S
S
S
Wipers
variable front
2 speed Rear on wagon
variable front
2 speed rear wiper on wagon
variable front
2 speed rear wiper on wagon
variable front
Power Outlet center console
S
S
S
S
Lights: dome, glove box, box by trip computer, rear cargo or trunk, front door courtesy lights 
S
S
S
S
Illuminated ignition key ring (red lit)
S
S
S
S
Rear spoiler
S wagon
0 sedan
S wagon
0 sedan
S wagon
0 sedan
0
Cup Holders, 2 front 2 rear. The front 2 can be converted to storage.
S
S
S
S
Vanity mirrors, dual illuminated
S
S
S
S
Aluminum sill plate cover: front, rear door; rear gate sills  on wagon
na
na
S
S
Map Pocket, back of passenger front seat only
na
S
S
S
Floor mats, carpeted, front and rear
S
S

spec.B logo
S
STEREO
100 watt, CD single r/rw disc, am/fm/, MP3, aux plug in center console. 6 speakers. Bass, mid range, treble adjustments
100 watt, 6 disc CD Changer, r/rw, MP3, aux plug, SRS WOW, am/fm, 6 speakers. Bass, mid range, treble adjustments
model
Legacy 2.5i, 2.5i SE
Legacy 2.5i Limited
GT Limited, spec.B
3.0R Limited
end interior
top exterior 
2008 EXTERIOR FEATURES
subject to change, correction
S- standard, 0-option, na- not available
model
Legacy 2.5i,  SE
Legacy 2.5i Limited
Legacy GT Limited, spec.B sedan
3.0R Limited
sedan
Aluminum alloy hood
S
S
S with hood scoop for air intake
S
Dual chromed exhaust outlets
S
S
S
Body colored mirrors
S
S, defrosting
S, defrosting, integrated turn signals
Fog Lights, projector beam with reflective silver surround
0
S
S
Halogen headlights, auto off with ignition
S
S
S
Aerodynamic ground effects
S
S
S
specB and 3.0R with chrome trimmed, body colored, rocker panel
model
Legacy 2.5i. 2.5i SE
Legacy 2.5i Limited
GT Limited, spec.B
3.0R Limited
sedan
exterior
top
options
2008 Legacy options 
Factory or Port Installed List Price (cost)

Dealer installed prices may be higher due to parts and labor expense. 
Subject to change, correction. S- standard, 0-option, na- not available

2008 OPTION PACKAGES
Legacy 2.5i,
2.5i SE
 2.5i limited
GT Limited
GT spec.B
3.0R Limited
sedan
Popular Eq. Group 1a/b
Security System Shock Sensor, Auto Dimming Mirror/Compass $304 ($198)
0
0
0
 0
0
Popular Eq. Group 1c/d: Auto Dimming Mirror with Compass and Homelink, Security System Shock Sensor,  $381 ($248)
0
0
0
0
0
Popular Equip Group 2c: Fog Lights, Splash Guards (black) $515 ($371)
0
na
na
na
na
Appearance Group 1: Obsidian Black or Satin White rocker panel trim with chromed strip and rear spoiler. $784 ($330)
Note: choose the rocker panel color, either black or white, whichever goes best with the body color
0
0
0
na
na
Sport Trim Group 1: Obsidian Black or Satin White rocker panel trim with chromed strip, rear spoiler, and fog lights $1,146 ($552)
Note: choose the rocker panel color, either black or white, whichever goes best with the body color
0
na
na
na
na
Convenience Group 1: Auto dimming mirror/compass, Rear Dome reading light $268 ($175)
na- 2.5i
0- 2.5i SE
0
0
0
0
2008 INDIVIDUAL OPTIONS
subject to change, correction, S- standard, 0-option, na- not available
Legacy 2.5i,
2.5i SE
Legacy 2.5i Limited
Legacy GT Limited
GT spec.B
3.0R Limited sedan
Navigation system, available only on  GT Limited sedan with automatic transmission, or standard on the spec.B manual. See pricing above
na
na
0
auto sedan only
S
S
Security System Perimeter Alarm: impact shock sensor $121 ($79)
(a basic ignition disabling alarm is standard)
0
0
0
0
0
Remote Engine Start, automatic transmission only:  $442 ($288)
0
0
0
na
0
Auto Dimming Mirror/Compass  $183 ($119)
0
0
0
0
0
Auto Dimming Mirror/Compass with Homelink $260 ($169)
0
0
0
0
0
Armrest,  pop-up  $163 ($106)
0
0
0
0
0
Front bumper underguard
Rear Dome-Reading Light, $85 ($56)
na 2.5I
0 SE
0
0
0
0
Fog Light Kit $362  ($272)
0
S
S
S
S
Sedan Trunk Cargo net set, $64 ($41)
0
0
0
0
0
Splash guards: $153 ($99)
0
0
0
0
0
Front Hood deflector  $85  ($45) (not installed)
0
0
0
0
0
Rear Spoiler,  body colored $389 ($292)
0
0
0
0
0
Moonroof air deflector,  $91 ($59)
na -2.5i
0- 2.5i SE
0
0
0
0
Wheel locks $48 ($28)
0
0
0
0
0
Rubber Floor mats  $55  ($33) (carpeted mats are standard) 
0
0
0
0
0
more options
2.5i
2.5i SE
2.5i Limited
GT Limited
GT spec.B
3.0R
Limited
Stereo Satellite Radio
XM  $456 ($342), 1-888-539-7474, 800-XMRADIO
Sirius (late availability) $456, ($342), 1-888-539-7474
0
0
0
0
0
Stereo: Subwoofer/Amplifier $287 ($186), na with Navigation
0
0
0
na with Navigation
na
na
Rocker Trim: chrome strip rocker panel trim. Choice of either black or white only, whichever you think looks better. Perhaps black (matches the splash guards) on everything except a white car? $395 ($113)
0