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BMW 1-Series vs. Subaru Legacy Powertrain and Chassis 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
50%
Worst
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| 2015 - 2017 Subaru Legacy |
Best
96%
Worst
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 2013 - 2014 Subaru Legacy |
Best
62%
Worst
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 2010 - 2012 Subaru Legacy |
Best
89%
Worst
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 2008 - 2011 BMW 1-Series |
Best
89%
Worst
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 2005 - 2009 Subaru Legacy |
Best
165%
Worst
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 2000 - 2004 Subaru Legacy |
Best
134%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the BMW 1-Series
| BMW 1-Series Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Soild, no rattles, squeaks. full 2008 BMW 1-Series review |
| BMW 1-Series Reliability And Durability: Neutral | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Had minimal problems in 2 years. A failed window lift was all full 2012 BMW 1-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the BMW 1-Series
| BMW 1-Series Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Soild, no rattles, squeaks. full 2008 BMW 1-Series review |
| BMW 1-Series Reliability And Durability: Neutral | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Had minimal problems in 2 years. A failed window lift was all full 2012 BMW 1-Series review |
