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Subaru Legacy vs. Mini Coupe Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only 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.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency | |
 2018 Subaru Legacy |
Best
47%
Worst
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| 2015 - 2017 Subaru Legacy |
Best
75%
Worst
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 2012 - 2015 Mini Coupe |
Best
113%
Worst
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 2013 - 2014 Subaru Legacy |
Best
89%
Worst
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 2010 - 2012 Subaru Legacy |
Best
108%
Worst
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 2005 - 2009 Subaru Legacy |
Best
146%
Worst
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 2000 - 2004 Subaru Legacy |
Best
135%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Subaru Legacy
| Subaru Legacy Reliability And Durability: 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. full 2012 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2010 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2010 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2009 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2009 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2008 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
proven engine and awd full 2008 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2007 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2006 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very dependable. full 2006 Subaru Legacy review |
| Subaru Legacy Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2021 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The car feels durable and generally reliable, but expect some software glitches and likely more small issues than one may encounter in a Toyota. I still feel their cars to be more reliable than any American car though, and given the cars seem to have more thoughtfulness in their design/engineering I find this to be a worthwhile tradeoff.
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Subaru seems to have struggled with their build consistency as demand for their vehicles has surged. Avoiding the first model years is a safe bet.
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We have our first dealer visit next week for some defects that will be handled under warranty. Here's what that will cover:
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| 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. full 2005 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2002 Subaru Legacy review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Subaru Legacy
| Subaru Legacy Reliability And Durability: 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. full 2012 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2010 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2010 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2009 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2009 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2008 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
proven engine and awd full 2008 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2007 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2006 Subaru Legacy review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very dependable. full 2006 Subaru Legacy review |
| Subaru Legacy Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2021 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The car feels durable and generally reliable, but expect some software glitches and likely more small issues than one may encounter in a Toyota. I still feel their cars to be more reliable than any American car though, and given the cars seem to have more thoughtfulness in their design/engineering I find this to be a worthwhile tradeoff.
---
Subaru seems to have struggled with their build consistency as demand for their vehicles has surged. Avoiding the first model years is a safe bet.
---
We have our first dealer visit next week for some defects that will be handled under warranty. Here's what that will cover:
|
| 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. full 2005 Subaru Legacy review |
| 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. full 2002 Subaru Legacy review |
