4 Star Reviews for 2004 Subaru Legacy

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.42/5 Average
36 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Subaru celebrates its 35 years of U.S. sales by offering a 35th anniversary special edition of the Legacy L sedan and wagon. Included are all the usual features found on L models, along with the addition of a 35th anniversary logo on the front fenders, 16-inch alloy wheels, a six-way power driver seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel, a sunroof and embroidered floor mats. In other news, all Legacys get new red burl interior trim, while ebony-patterned interior trim is available on GT models.

Pros:
Cons:
  • Side airbags available only on GT models, smaller backseat than most competitors, no six-cylinder engine offered.

User Reviews:

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  • Could use more power - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    Purchased this vechile after experience with the Outback. Overall happy with car but could use more power. Some quality and fit issues.

  • Not happy - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    Technically not a lemon, but awfully close to one! In 80,000 miles Ive had a transmission replaced, three catalytic converters, three oxygen sensors, numerous cruise control problems, burning oil smell, creaking windows, etc. Finally got rid of it and found out that the trade-in value is next to nothing. But at least I am happy now!

  • 04 legacy anniversary edition. - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    Some fit and finish problems notably the weather stripping coming loose. Also had to replace sunroof because of wind noise, all done by dealer with no hassle. Otherwise very dependable. Only expense has been gas, tires and brakes. No repairs.

  • Subaru Me - Once More - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    I drive 80 mi a day to the City (elev. 4500 ft) from a a peaceful mountain valley (elev. 6500 ft). Have been doing so for 11 years in my 93 Legacy L AWD Sedan. It now has 290,000 miles and still going strong! I have since retired it to the teenager daughter. Enter my new Subaru. Looking forward to another 10+ years of confident all- weather driving without guzzling gas. Whole family loves Subarus. Dad, Mom and both brothers own one. And now I own two!

  • Best ride & handling combo - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    I leased a 2000 Legacy GT ( 5 speed ) for four years. All wheel drive with the rear differential proved quite fun when powering out of corners. But that brings up the week point of this car. Not enough power to go with the great suppension tuning and bank vault structual rigidity. Best combination of ride and handling of any car Ive driven. Quiet interior and very comfortable seats.

  • toms car - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    car is very reliable, but it doesnt have very much pick up. great family car comes with a lot of options stock. great wood grain interior

  • Best car for the money - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    Great car. I have over 121,000 miles on it now and still not a rattle or squeak. Runs and looks like new. This is my third Subaru, all very reliable. I have had only 2 out of pocket repairs. The head gaskets were replaced at 80,000 miles and new struts at 116,000 miles. Gas mileage is OK at 22-23 Mpg in town and 27-30 Mpg on the highway.

  • From Volvo to Subaru - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    I traded my (third) Volvo for the Subaru, chiefly because of the AWD. However, I love the car. It is agile, quick, easy to drive,and much more than my Volvos, it is fun to drive. And, of course, it cost about 40% less to buy. Now I cant think of why I paid so much money for cars that really didnt please me. (Snobbery, probably.)

  • Drivers seat is uncomfortable - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    We have the 35th Anniv Edition-L model. The dual sunroofs are great. I love the car..so far, so good for me. The problem is that my husband finds the front drivers seat very uncomfortable during a long ride. Weve tried different cushions, now were trying it without the cushions. There should be lumbar support. He has wide shoulders, and the bolstered seat is snug on him.Hes only 58" and the seat bothers his legs also. After driving larger cars (like Ford Taurus) the driving area does seem compact. People advise him that over time hell get used to it..well see. So in the meantime, I can do the driving and enjoy it!

  • Subaru Legacy GT Top of the Line?? - 2004 Subaru Legacy
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    I just bought a Subaru Legacy GT Sedan, my first new car! Overall it seems to be an excellent car. One problem: when I take it through a high powered, touchless car wash, the drivers side and passenger side windows leak! The dealer said there was nothing they could do; they took me through the car wash with another new Legacy and it also leaked. They said dont use touchless car washes. It is a design flaw I must learn to live with. Bummer, $27,000 for a car and I cant take it through the car wash! Subaru may be built to handle the winter roads, but they are not built to handle a touchless car wash!

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