1990-1994 Subaru Legacy: Overview

Updated: 11/23/08

1990 Subaru Legacy LSi 4-door wagon
1994 Subaru Legacy
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1990-1994 Subaru Legacy 

  • Price Range:  $0 - $1,600
CG Rating

47

out of 100

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Pros

  • Antilock brakes (optional)
  • Wet-weather traction (AWD)
  • Acceleration (turbo)
  • Handling/roadholding

Cons

  • Fuel economy
  • Manual-transmission linkage
  • Noise

Vehicle Highlights

Legacy models are larger and more refined than the Subaru Loyale. They rode on a 101.6-inch wheelbase, 4.4-inches longer than before. Both the sedan and wagon arrived in L and LS trim levels, with either front-wheel drive or permanently engaged 4-wheel drive (all-wheel drive, or AWD). All models used a 130-horsepower 2.2-liter flat (horizontally opposed) 4-cylinder engine with four-valves-per-cylinder heads. The new Subaru engine could be paired with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. Power steering and 4-wheel disc brakes were standard on all models. Antilock brakes were optional on AWD LS models and on AWD L models with the Value Plus Option Package.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Subaru Legacy Touring wagon Rating
Performance 4
Fuel Economy 5
Ride Quality 5
Steering/Handling/Braking 5
Quietness 5
Controls/Materials 5
Interior Room 5
Room/Comfort (rear) 4
Cargo Capacity 4
Value within Class 5
Total Score: 47

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