Few other cars drive with the self-assured confidence of the Legacy, so you won’t be surprised by how uniquely it is accomplished. The horizontally opposed configuration of the SUBARU BOXER engine places the pistons 180 degrees apart, for a lower, flatter profile than other engine types.
This gives the engine, and therefore the overall vehicle, a lower centre of gravity and better sense of balance. Further, the pistons’ opposing movements inherently counteract each other, naturally helping to reduce vibration.
2.5-LITRE DOHC SUBARU BOXER
2.5-LITRE DOHC SUBARU BOXER
Max output
129 kW (175 PS) / 5,800 rpm
Max torque
235 Nm (24.0 kgfm) / 4,000 rpm
Fuel consumption*
7.7 lit./100 km
CO2 emissions*
176 g/km
Increased Stability
Because the engine block has a flatter profile and sits lower in the chassis, the overall vehicle is more stably balanced and resistant to side-to-side motion than other designs.
Long-lasting Performance
The engine’s flat design is inherently rigid and self-balancing to achieve durability and reliable performance, generating less vibration than V-type or 4-cylinder in-line engines in the same class.
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
Control leads to confidence, and stability creates an agility that excites in the Legacy. Subaru vehicles are gifted at inspiring confidence behind the wheel, thanks to the inherently stable design of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drivepaired with the uniquely balanced SUBARU BOXER engine. This system delivers power to all four wheels at all times for enhanced control on all roads and in poor conditions.
It has excellent side-to-side balance and handling precision, thanks to its main components being aligned longitudinally, whilst its low centre of gravity creates an especially engaging and responsive drive. The unique advantages of Symmetrical AWD make for exceptionally rewarding handling and empower you to better avoid danger.
Lineartronic
X-Mode
X-MODE helps to give you reliable control with a push of a button. The technology of X-Mode takes command of the engine, transmission, Symmetrical AWD, brakes, and other components to safely navigate, brakes, and other components to
safely navigate through challenging road conditions and varying terrain. When X-Mode is activated, Hill Descent Control automatically helps to maintain a constant speed when the Outback is travelling downhill.
SI-DRIVE
Sport Mode
This highly responsive mode is well suited for all-round conditions with its immediate acceleration. It puts the enjoyment back into high-speed driving on motorways or on winding roads.
Intelligent Mode
Offering gentle power delivery, this mode is ideal for cruising around town on local streets, covering long distances, or achieving high fuel efficiency. It also provides flexible control in the rain or on snowy roads.
