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Smart, sleeper for 2018
allen t, 07/06/2018
2018 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
If you live in an area that showcases the four seasons, this car should be high on your list to consider. There are more than a few other "sporty looking" cars that I could have chosen- but those 45R wheels that look so cool in the summer don't really help much in difficult weather. The Legacy has one of the best infotainment setups you'll ever find. Head and shoulders above entune, to name one. The tech in this car is something else. The layout and menu response is fantastic. One of the few cars that will give you three years of navigation built in....not 90 days. The Subaru driver assist (lane change, cameras, safety, etc) is top shelf. With regards to the power plant- if you live out in the desert, or a place with lots of open roads and little to no traffic, then you'll probably be less than thrilled with what the Legacy offers up. However, if you're in a more populated area where commutes are a pain and traffic lights abound- does it really matter if you don't have 350 horses at your disposal? Look at all the reviews for the Legacy and you'll find that generally the only "con" is a weaker engine. Well it's plenty capable of moving you around just fine. Earlier models of the Legacy labored more- but the 2018 seems to have been tuned/tweaked enough to address many of the previous shortcomings. More torque in the low range, and a smoother shifting engine made it a non-issue for me. Cosmetically, the interior layout of instruments is nearly flawless, but quality of materials...fit and finish could be better. If this was a 30k plus car- then I would have a problem. Comparing the quality to those of other 25k and under cars- and it's what you should expect. There is give and take in a car of this price range- and when you remember you're got Subaru's AWD system to get you through just about anything...well then a little plastic here or there is OK with me. Having said that, I do love the cloth and stitching on the Sport model seats. Really stands out. Some of the fabric around the door area or floors is a bit more less desirable. The Sport model is based entirely on looks- there is no boost in power or suspension. It's quite a beefy look though- the front is very aggressive in design and one of my favorite areas on the car. 19" wheels, yet they are not low profile summer slicks so you don't have to be concerned with what to do when winter arrives. Overall, a fantastic car to own, given the right circumstances as I laid out above.
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A step up from the Ford Fusion
Robert V, 01/19/2019
2018 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a company car for me and have been driving it for about 6 mos and 15k miles. Previous I had a 2014 Fusion SE for 90k plus miles. Compared to the Fusion the ride is better, the engine noise is less agricultural for a 4 cylinder. The CVT tries hard to be a real 6 speed auto. The on center feel is not as good as the Fusion, and seems to wander more. It might be the OEM tires. For similar money the Legacy is a step up with heated seats, nicer entertainment, quieter and smoother ride than the Fusion. Driven in snow the AWD is good but the factory tires are poor when braking and turning. If I owned it I would look for better 4 seasons tires. I have had a loaner Outback from the dealer and if you are looking for more cargo space and increased clearance it appears to be identical inside go for it. Mileage has been around 32 on trips and the large tank will get you far. If buying an Outback I might go for the 6 cyl but in the sedan the 4 is more than adequate. This car has the "eyesight package" which at times can be annoying, adaptive cruise works great , lane keeper will bounce you back and forth until you are sea sick.
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Great Value and Design
Dylan, 12/18/2018
2018 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
It's hard to compete with the price point of Subarus when you live in a snowy region and want AWD. Admittedly, I wanted a Subaru but fell for the Legacy because of the improved exterior styling of the 2018. The acceleration is below average for it's class but I'm not drag racing so it's okay. The ride is always smooth.
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AAA+++
Pop, 08/03/2018
2018 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Sport 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great Car
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Truly a lovely car
Moe the Northerner , 06/19/2021
2018 Subaru Legacy 3.6R Limited 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love every single bit of this 3.6 R limited. It is precise in steering, safe, comfortable and Powerful. Its CVT is responsive and performs amazing. Gas mileage in city is great, having a V6. I love the navigation. I had hard times with Voice Recognition for a day. It turns out that it runs smooth whenever you say the Province/State name in full rather than abbreviated. For example, I live in British Columbia, which we call BC. When I said BC in the command related to the address, VR did not work. When I switched to saying XYZ, Street name, British Columbia (in full), the navigation worked without any issues. Back seats are lovely. Mine has 4 heated seats and a heated steering wheel. I love that. Not to forget the friendly Eyesight. I like how safe the car is. My final comment is: this is by far the best ever car I have owned. I owned 3 SUVs and a Mercedes (C-class) before. Nothing is as good as my 2018 Subaru Legacy 3.6 R.
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