Subaru Legacy Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Subaru Legacy reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots. So you can tell how much the Subaru Legacy truly differs from competing car models in reliability.
These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Subaru Legacy reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Subaru Legacy was a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Subaru Legacy has been recently.
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Subaru Legacy Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesHow do we select "competing car models"? Users of TrueDelta's car price comparison tool most often compare these cars to the Subaru Legacy.Models and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.
Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
Subaru Legacy Competitors' Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Subaru Legacy
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| Reliability and Durability of the Subaru Legacy: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
We keep cars for 10 years or more. I expect to drive this one for the next 15. |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Had the previous model. I never had any problems, it was a solid car, as all Subarus seem to be. |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
You see many Subarus still on the road. I have heard many stories of these vehicles still running great with high mileage. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Like most Japanese cars the Subaru is known for being reliable and durable. I have owned this vehicle for just over a year and with the exception of a leaky transmission line (assembly error) it has only required regular maintenance. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
subaru has been using the same basic engine design for years. the design is tested and proven to be very durable. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I beat the piss out of my car - but it still keeps coming back for more. The only problem I had was a wheel bearing going bad. This was fixed under warranty. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
proven engine and awd |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Low maintenance, tough enough to base a heavy duty version of the car, think Outback, will go hundreds of thousands of miles if you just remember to do the recommended maintenance. |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Here in Canada, we see extremes in temperatures. It gets very hot in the summer and very cold in the winter. You need a car that is built tough. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very dependable. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
@ 58k miles car seems to be very reliable. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
83,000 hard miles, heavily modified engine/turbocharger with not one problem. |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
As far very good |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Subaru has a good history of building cars that last. Ours has been great for the 50,000 miles we have owned it. |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Subaru reliability is legendary, and I have seen that so far. |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
In New England, I have witnessed the longevity of Subarus in extreme hot & cold. So far, the Legacy has been very reliable. The parts are very durable with the exception of exterior paint & interior painted trim which are thin & scratch easily. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Subaru’s are very reliable cars; if you keep up on your maintenance and don’t beat on it, it’ll last a long time. |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Good reputation, good past experience with Subarus in the family. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
These cars are built to last. |
| Reliability and Durability of the Subaru Legacy: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many more problems than any other Subaru I have owned. Lots of fit and finish issues along with failing wheel bearings and bad fuel injectors. |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Annual repairs have nearly doubled price paid for vehicle; substantial engine problems; none of the 4 recalls addressed engine issues. |
