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Subaru Legacy and Volkswagen Jetta Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
140 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 17100 miles driven2017 Subaru Legacy
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  140 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 17100 miles driven
122 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 32100 miles driven2016 Subaru Legacy
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  122 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 32100 miles driven
25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven2016 Volkswagen Jetta Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven
93 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 41300 miles driven

Redesigned. Common problems with wind noise around the front side windows and the fuel door release.2015		 Subaru Legacy
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  93 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 41300 miles driven

Redesigned. Common problems with wind noise around the front side windows and the fuel door release.
48 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 57600 miles driven2014 Subaru Legacy
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  48 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 57600 miles driven
77 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 75800 miles driven2013 Subaru Legacy
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  77 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 75800 miles driven
58 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 79600 miles driven2012 Subaru Legacy
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  58 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 79600 miles driven
80 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 95300 miles driven2011 Subaru Legacy
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  80 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 95300 miles driven
52 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 103600 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Dramatic improvement in reliability compared to the previous generation.2010		 Subaru Legacy
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  52 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 103600 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Dramatic improvement in reliability compared to the previous generation.
37 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 124400 miles driven

Common problems with wheel bearings and CV joint boots.2008		 Subaru Legacy
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  37 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 124400 miles driven

Common problems with wheel bearings and CV joint boots.
26 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 114900 miles driven

Muliple reports of problems with head gaskets, cv joint boots, sway bar links, and wheel bearings.2006		 Subaru Legacy Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  26 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 114900 miles driven

Muliple reports of problems with head gaskets, cv joint boots, sway bar links, and wheel bearings.
31 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 125300 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Most common problems involve struts, wheel bearings, steering pump, CV joints.2005		 Subaru Legacy H4 Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  31 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 125300 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Most common problems involve struts, wheel bearings, steering pump, CV joints.

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Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Jetta Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Subaru Legacy and Volkswagen Jetta reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Subaru Legacys and Volkswagen Jettas with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Subaru Legacys and Volkswagen Jettas that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Subaru Legacy and Volkswagen Jetta lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Subaru Legacy and Volkswagen Jetta have been recently.

To see how frequently Subaru Legacy and Volkswagen Jetta problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Subaru Legacy

Subaru Legacy Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 Subaru is a brand known for reliability see full Subaru Legacy review
2010 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD		 Subarus are known for their reliability and longevity. They are much less common than most makes and are known for being different. see full Subaru Legacy review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 Very reliable see full Subaru Legacy review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 They are made to last. You see plenty of old Subarus still going strong, especially in cold weather regions like Canada and the US north East. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 I flagged brand and image here because I like how my LGT in distinct without calling attention to itself. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 Subaru has a pretty good reputation and image...although it is a bit quircky as viewed by some. Reputation (a good one) usually has a major affect on resale value. see full Subaru Legacy review
2002 4dr Sedan 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD		 where I live in the country most people have Subarus and the dealer is nearby and has a good reputation. see full Subaru Legacy review
Subaru Legacy Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 I flagged brand reputation & image as a dislike too because I see so many people asking questions like ‘LGT or G35 or 3 series?.’ These are great cars, but you don’t want to buy one if you want impress people. This is a plus or minus depending on who you see full Subaru Legacy review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Volkswagen Jetta

Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD		 German manufacturer. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD		 see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2003 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Volkswagen is a very reputable manufacturer see full Volkswagen Jetta review
Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD		 It's been interesting to see the mixed reactions I get when people learn that I bought a VW. I'm known for my research-minded ways when it comes to big decisions, so I think the reliability (or lack thereof) reputation that Volkswagen has caused people to be surprised by my purchase. But for as many horror stories that I've read or heard, I've also heard from many owners who swear by and love their VWs and have had minor to no issues. Given how in love with my car I am after just one week...I get why VW owners love their cars (but, I'll admit, I still have my fingers crossed that I won't be plagued with too many quirks or issues). see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 VW/Audi has a reputation of poor reliability and expensive to service. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2007 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I'm a little worried about how it'll hold up, due to VW's reputation. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 That people automatically assume that all VWs are unreliable just because they had problems with their cars in the late 90s/early 00s. The new Jetta and Rabbit are MUCH better than they used to be. The TDIs especially are very reliable. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2006 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 VW gets a bad reputation for reliability and quality though they build an excellent vehicle in terms of safety, handling and fun to drive. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 More work is needed to convince public that VW is a reliable brand. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2003 4dr Wagon turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 Image of a good car, well built, good handling with lackluster dealer service leads to uninspiring owner experience for many. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2002 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 Average car see full Volkswagen Jetta review