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2009 Subaru Legacy Features Review

June 15, 2009

FEATURES | 6 out of 10

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notable optional equipment
Kelley Blue Book

the base car is a bit of a stripper
Edmunds

all Legacys include staples like power windows and door locks
Cars.com

The 2009 Subaru Legacy isn’t especially plush. Even in the $30,000 versions, the latest high-tech features are absent.

Cars.com reports that all Subaru 2009 Legacy models "include staples like power windows and door locks, remote keyless entry and a CD stereo," so even the base trim 2009 Subaru Legacy has something to offer in this regard. Edmunds says this 2009 Subaru "base car is a bit of a stripper." Some of the latest expected tech features, such as a Bluetooth interface, an iPod interface, and live traffic updates, aren't available on the Legacy.

For 2009, all Legacys except the base 2.5i receive a new 385-watt Harman Kardon audio system with an eight-channel amplifier/equalizer, digital signal processing, and speed-sensitive automatic volume control.

Kelley Blue Book reports that "notable optional equipment" on this Subaru 2009 includes "DVD touch-screen navigation system, in-dash six-CD changer, power glass moonroof, leather seating, power driver's seat, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lights, heated side mirrors, wiper de-icer, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, wood-look trim and front sport seats." Edmunds advises that "other trims are well-equipped and can make the Legacy as luxurious and comfortable as some midsize cars wearing luxury badges."

Conclusion

Subaru has been fairly stingy with features in the 2009 Subaru Legacy, though the options list allows more.

FEATURES | 6 out of 10Expert Quotes:notable optional equipmentKelley Blue Bookthe base car is a bit of a stripperEdmundsall Legacys include staples like power windows and door locksCars.com The 2009 Subaru Legacy isn’t especially plush. Even in the $30,000 versions, the latest high-tech features are absent. Cars.com reports that all Subaru 2009 Legacy models "include staples like power windows and door locks, remote keyless entry and a CD stereo," so even the base trim 2009 Subaru Legacy has something to offer in this regard. Edmunds says this 2009 Subaru "base car is a bit of a stripper." Some of the latest expected tech features, such as a Bluetooth interface, an iPod interface, and live traffic updates, aren't available on the Legacy. For 2009, all Legacys except the base 2.5i receive a new 385-watt Harman Kardon audio system with an eight-channel amplifier/equalizer, digital signal processing, and speed-sensitive automatic volume control. Kelley Blue Book reports that "notable optional equipment" on this Subaru 2009 includes "DVD touch-screen navigation system, in-dash six-CD changer, power glass moonroof, leather seating, power driver's seat, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lights, heated side mirrors, wiper de-icer, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, wood-look trim and front sport seats." Edmunds advises that "other trims are well-equipped and can make the Legacy as luxurious and comfortable as some midsize cars wearing luxury badges." ConclusionSubaru has been fairly stingy with features in the 2009 Subaru Legacy, though the options list allows more. 2009 SUBARU LEGACY STYLING | [7 out of 10] Edmunds: "competitive with more expensive European marques” Autoblog: "metallic trim and crisp, contemporary styling" Motor Trend: "wood trim around the lower dashboard is the only letdown" Last year the Subaru Legacy was updated slightly, ...

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Other Choices:

The Altima and Passat are both sporty mid-size sedans that have very attractive, comfortable interiors, though the Altima isn't available with all-wheel drive and the Passat only offers it with the more expensive V-6 model. The Audi A4 is a more formidable alternative, with its fuel-efficient 2.0T powertrain, quattro all-wheel drive, and very attractive, upscale interior. Finally, Volvo and Subaru buyers have long overlapped, and the Volvo S60 has several sensible and attractive all-wheel-drive models. Neither of them offers performance like the GT Spec.B, but the S60 has a better ride and more comfortable interior. With its standard all-wheel drive and more of a reputation for performance than for being a bread-and-butter family vehicle, the 2009 Subaru Legacy competes with some of the more exciting-to-drive mid-size sedans, along with the most affordable of the European sports sedans. Both the S60 and the Legacy are due to be replaced next year.

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