1999 Subaru Legacy L 4dr Sedan AWD
I live in a rural hilly area. Had BIG problems in the snow with a pickup. Bought my Subaru, and now I offer folks stranded in the ditches with 4x4 pickups a ride into town. Get 22mpg in town, 29mpg cruising at 70 (both with aircon on). Have had zero problems of any sort at 48,000 miles. Local Subaru workshop has been spot-on with what little they've had to do. Sons (8&10) love being seen cruising around in sporty styled car.
Fold down back seats mean my 2 kids and I can pack the skis in no problem. AWD performance in winter weather really good. Heated seats in winter.
My opinion is original Michelins not as good as far cheaper Goodrich Touring T/A in the snow. If you want performance buy the 6 cylinder version.