Of course, all-wheel drive (AWD) will be standard fare, as is the case with all Subarus, giving the Legacy optimal traction on slippery road surfaces as well as nullifying dreaded torque steer.
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| With a solid track record for driving dynamics, build quality and reliability, Subaru's newest offering already looks like a winner. (Photo: Subaru) |
No doubt Subaru, having learned a thing or two about driving dynamics from fielding the World Rally Championship winning WRX, will make these midsize models dance like Danny Kaye and Vera Ellen, with engines that sing like Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney - OK, I'm a White Christmas fan.
After that, if they can keep their build quality and stalwart reliability as high as previous models, the new Legacy will be a winner indeed.
Specifications:
- Price Range (est MSRP): $28,000 - $36,000
- Body Type: 4-door sedan/5-door wagon
- Layout: front engine, AWD
- Base Engine (est): 170 hp, 170 lb-ft, 2.5-L, 16-valve, SOHC H-4
- Opt Engine (est): 250 hp, 230 lb-ft, 2.5-L, 16-valve, DOHC turbocharged H-4
- Opt Engine (est): 250 hp, 250 lb-ft, 3.0-L, 24-valve, DOHC turbocharged H-6
- Transmission: 5-spd man (opt 4-spd auto, 5-spd auto with paddle-shift manual mode)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight (est): 1,350 - 1,450 kg (3,000 - 3,200 lb)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Fuel Economy (est city/hwy): 11.8 / 8.6 L/100 km
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Chevrolet Epica/Impala, Chrysler Sebring, Ford Taurus/Futura, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Magentis, Mazda 6, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Altima, Pontiac Grand Am (G6)/Grand Prix, Saturn L Series, Toyota Camry, Volkswagen Jetta/Passat
- Web Site: www.subaru.ca
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