Used 2001 Subaru Legacy Consumer Reviews
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First and last subaru. Their junk
bgtpeifer222, 10/25/2011
2001 Subaru Legacy GT AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought my legacy just a few weeks ago. And talk about a big mistake. It has 180,000 miles on it and yes i know thats alot but the dealer clames they will run 280,000 easy. When i bought the car it had its normal subaru noises in it. And just today the rear of my transmission went out of it. No warning no nothing just a loud crack and then the rear of the trans binding. This car is JUNK. first and last one ill ever own.
Best buy for money
cd-in-pa, 08/25/2003
2001 Subaru Legacy L AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
While I've only had the Legacy for a short time (will review in another year after another 20k miles) it is one of the best cars for the money. I bought mine used for a very fair price. I compared the Legacy with the Accord, Camry and Altima and found that price alone was one of the best features. Performance in the Legacy surpased all the above cars. Interior and exterior design are simple but very appealing. Solid value.
Love It!
Nick, 02/28/2006
2001 Subaru Legacy L AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm really happy with my 2001 Subaru Legacy L. I've had it for 2 1/2 years and so far (knock on wood) no problems. I'm bringing it in for the 90,000 tune up, so we'll see how it does. I love the way it handles, it really sticks to the road. Gets great gas mileage on long trips across the country. I've had to replace the anti-knock sensor after the check engine light came on. About a $300 job. The Subaru service department is a lot more friendlier and efficient than in the past.
Fun to drive
Michael Bardsley, 10/15/2002
2001 Subaru Legacy L AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
When i was introduced to the car, the salesman took me to an offroad test area, and put the car through its paces. I was shocked at how well the car drove. Since we purchase this in Alaska, we moved back to the lower 48 in mid-winter, with the subaru (L Sedan) pulling a 3,000 Ib trailer down the Alcan Highway. It performed great. Since then we have even had to use it to pull a stuck ford focus out of the sand at the beach before the ocean ate it for lunch. My only complaint would be the tight fit for a tall person driving.
luv it !
Twinkie, 03/17/2004
2001 Subaru Legacy L AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Subaru in February 2001. Traded in a Taurus for it. Wow!! What a difference. I had a Subaru before my taurus, but hated the Taurus. MY SUBARU is great. I have less than 30,000 miles on it now in 2004, and have NEVER had a problem with it. I have a 5 speed, manual and Love it. I prefer it over the automatic as you can control your acceleration better. It is real peppy with the 5 speed! Handles snow & rain wonderful, and I actual feel like I am in a sport car when I drive it..LOL, a big change from the Taurus, which stunk taking corners...the Subaru handles corners like a sports car & handles bad weather better than most SUV's!!
Family car for those born to drive
tauyeung, 07/12/2002
2001 Subaru Legacy L AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Do your research and you'll find out about the excellent crash test rating. However, the Legacy L is also fun to drive when you get the manual transmission. It is not a fast car, but it has the same mass-to-horsepower ratio as a MINI Cooper base model. The Legacy L only needs 87 octane gas instead of 91 octane gas, which saves you money as well. It's roomy enough to move 6' book shelves (one at a time), yet drives like a car. Take it to the snow (which I did) and AWD shines.
Just couldn't get comfortable
Phylo74, 11/15/2002
2001 Subaru Legacy L AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have always liked Subarus, especially the AWD. I had an 83GL; 91Loyale; 97Impreza; 98Outback Sport, and an 01 Legacy. However, I recently sold my Legacy after only one year and 12000 miles. It's a reliable car with great traction, it just didn't have enough leg room, the steering wheel didn't go high enough, and there is a hard bar or something just under the seat cushioning that would make my thigh numb after about 20 minutes. I now drive my 2000 Mazda Protege instead- really comfortable.
Economical, Practical & Fun Family Car
dadof3, 01/20/2005
2001 Subaru Legacy GT AWD 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Our Subaru has over 30k miles and stillloving it. We were debating between thewagon or a minivan to haul our 3 kids. We also looked at the Passat wagon.The Passat rode smoother, but the price was way too high for comparable features. We are very satisfied withour choice- great price for what youget, decent gas mileage (compared to theminivan anyway), and enough room for the kids and their stuff- can fit threechild seats across the back row. Recommend a car top carrier for longertrips. Pros: Reliable, safe, fun to drive, andthe awd can't be beat for winter driving(live in WI)Cons: Interior quality could beimproved, gas mileage seems low for a vehicle its size, needs more pep.
Gas Hog
Billy Williams, 07/10/2017
2001 Subaru Legacy L AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've owned my car for a couple months it has 230000 miles on it it came from Pennsylvania and has terrible rust damage on it and under it. It gets terrible has mileage every and I do mean every 180 miles I have to put gas in it I fill it all the way up and from full to empty I only get 180 miles and then I have to fill it up again.
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Great for the Northwest roads!
greatnorthwest, 02/06/2003
2001 Subaru Legacy L AWD 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first Subaru and all I can say is "WOW"! Since my vehicle was purchased in September I have grown to love it more. It handles excellent in the Northwest rain and snow. It has a peppy 165 HP motor, not bad for a 4 cylinder! I would highly recommend getting the auto-dimming/compass mirror. I bought one after the fact, installed it myself (piece of cake) and no more rearview mirror glare from trucks.