2006 vs 2007
Since this review is being published after the 2007 model has arrived in dealerships, we thought it would be interesting to check out the main changes.
For 2007, there are no mechanical changes. As a result, the handling, power and performance levels are the same as in 2006. On the other hand, the base models lose several notable features, such as the heated front seats, the power-adjustable driver's seat and the retractable cargo cover (wagon).
Meanwhile, the wheels have shrunk from 17 to 16 inches and the outside mirrors are black. You have to select the Touring Package ($2,000) to get the 17-inch alloys and the body-colored mirrors, not to mention the sunroof and the mirror-integrated turn signals. Why is that? Quite simply, Subaru wanted to keep the base price of the Legacy Wagon under $30,000.
In my mind, the heated seats were a very attractive standard feature on base models. At least, the aforementioned core values of the Legacy remain untouched.
photo:Philippe Champoux
Since this review is being published after the 2007 model has arrived in dealerships, we thought it would be interesting to check out the main changes.
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| For 2007, 17-inch wheels are optional with the base model. |
For 2007, there are no mechanical changes. As a result, the handling, power and performance levels are the same as in 2006. On the other hand, the base models lose several notable features, such as the heated front seats, the power-adjustable driver's seat and the retractable cargo cover (wagon).
Meanwhile, the wheels have shrunk from 17 to 16 inches and the outside mirrors are black. You have to select the Touring Package ($2,000) to get the 17-inch alloys and the body-colored mirrors, not to mention the sunroof and the mirror-integrated turn signals. Why is that? Quite simply, Subaru wanted to keep the base price of the Legacy Wagon under $30,000.
In my mind, the heated seats were a very attractive standard feature on base models. At least, the aforementioned core values of the Legacy remain untouched.
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photo:Philippe Champoux