Overview & Reviews

Subaru is building on last year's successful redesign of the Legacy by making a few additional improvements for 2006. For instance, Legacys with normally aspirated engines feature a new variable valve lift system that slightly improves horsepower and torque, while a new DVD-based navigation system has been made available on selected trim levels. The trim levels themselves have also changed slightly. The budget-performance 2.5 GT trim has been discontinued, leaving buyers to ante up for the pricier GT Limited. There's a new Spec B version of the GT Limited sedan with a firmer suspension and 18-inch wheels. Also note that GT wagons are no longer available with a manual gearbox. Base Legacy 2.5i sedans and wagons have bigger wheels, stronger brakes, an air filtration system and an engine immobilizer as standard equipment this year.

User Reviews:

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  fast car, small price. - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By matt - January 18 - 9:20 pm

  I just bought this car a few days ago and it is really a joy to own! The selling points for me were the 30 mpg along with the AWD. The handling is great and the Yokohama tires along with the 17" rims are very sharp. The 4 cylinder 168 hp engine is surprisingly quick and I like the available sport mode. At just over $23k it is a great buy. The only negative aspect is that the rear legroom is minimal.

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  GT Limited review - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By Candy Cunningham - January 10 - 7:13 am

  Overall, a great car for those who prefer high-performance than those who prefer vault-like quality. My GT cant compare to quality of Camry/Accord, but those are family cars, not drivers cars. This thing is fast, has AWD, and comes with every imaginable bell and whistle. People compare it to other $30K sedans, but, with incentives, you can get one for $26K, making it a bargain compared to BMW 325xi, Volvo S40 and Audi A4. Only cars that can keep up are BMW M3, Volvo S60R, and Audi S4 - all close to $50K. Ive had a few things go wrong, but warranty covered them.

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  I miss the German engineering - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By bluechipBMW - December 9 - 3:06 pm

  Yes, for the money this is a great buy. But if you are coming from a German engineered car you will be doing a lot of cross comparing. The power this car has is totally amazing which makes the fun factor so high. But the suspension needs to be improved in my opinion. I feel my previous A4 would out handle this car in turns but if you modify the Legacy with sway bars and springs then...no. But you will sacrifice your comfort. Also there is too much wind noise in the cabin. But if you are looking for something fun to drive at around $30k or less with great reliability then this is what you need.

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  Good, solid, fun car - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By Jon - November 17 - 7:43 am

  So far so good with 53k on the odometer. First time I have purchased a car used and it has worked out so far. I imagine that this would be a great everyday car for a middle-aged male not looking to sacrifice performance for everyday drivability. However, I bought this car with other intentions. With a few thought-out upgrades, you can turn this car into one heck of a ride. For about 1k you can keep up with a standard WRX, and for around 2.5k, you can run circles around an STi. A comfortable car on long trips and a a road demon when it wants to be (after a few tweaks.) Given that it holds up, I hope to have it for many years.

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  Spec. B. - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By Roger Wickersham - September 24 - 5:50 am

  I was looking at the Audi A3 or A4 and the Cadillac CTS and then I drove the Legacy and knew Id found the right car. Its beautifully finished with maroon leather seats (I think they call it Dark Brick). My car is the Spec. B version and the handling is the best of any car Ive ever owned. Very predictable and agile, but not jarring like my old Trans Am. Its also nice to know it was made in Indiana. I appreciate that. Ive been as far as Iowa in the car and really never got tired of the driving.

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  Great Car that Exceeded my Expectations - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By Noel - August 25 - 9:33 am

  I bought my 2006 Subaru Legacy GT to replace my Audi A4. I was tired of constantly repairing that car at great expense. Now that my car has 16K miles on it, I can report that I have had absolutely no problems with it (aside from a dead battery from my leaving the interior lights on for 4 days). After driving a German car for many years before this I can report that Subaru feels like a German car inside. Great interior. The suspension is nicely sprung and valved but the car does lean in turns more than I like. The engine is truly incredible. The car is faster than my 1980 Porsche 911 track car, which is not bad for a daily driver that included comfort. I would recommend this car!

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  Amazing All-Around Vehicle - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By Andrew Milham - July 24 - 12:33 pm

  This vehicle has been excellent. I could not be happier with my choice. Its fun to drive, it has an upscale look and feel to it, a comfortable interior, excellent Subaru reliability (rated #1 by Consumer Reports several times), and a friendly and helpful enthusiast following. And perhaps most importantly, it has received the highest marks possible for vehicle safety from the IIHS.

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  Just a really well built car - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By TW - May 29 - 2:00 am

  Bought new in 2006, just hit 60,000 miles. Still love the car. Its been reliable, drives well, good interior size. It really is a perfect sports sedan. 4 adults can fit comfortably, the interior is simple but well put together. The car offers a very good power & handling. Its just an absolute joy to drive. I love how small it is on the outside, yet you do not feel cramped inside at all, especially compared against IS250, CTS..etc.

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  Until you can afford your toy - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By drjeff - April 8 - 12:43 pm

  For a reasonable price, the Legacy GT is fast enough to be fun, agile enough to be safe, comfortable enough to be a family cruiser, and economical, reliable, and durable enough to be a daily commuter. This cars performance will surprise a lot of sports car owners, but its appearance doesnt attract speeding tickets or thieves. And if all that isnt enough, this car is more stable in bad weather than any SUV Ive ever been in. Unless you can count on dry roads, consider all wheel drive; Subarus AWD system incorporates superior engineering. See for yourself.

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  I Dare You - 2006 Subaru Legacy
  By Kevin - April 1 - 10:00 pm

  Ive had my 2006 Legacy sedan for about 5 months now and I dare you to find more car for the money. Top notch safety, beautiful interior (really, SO much less "cheap" feeling than Camry or Accord), very sporty exterior, strong engine, sure handling, tons of great standard features (never been a real car buff, but I love my 17" wheels!), and excellent predicted reliability -- all in the low to mid $20s. I have done a ton of car shopping lately (I am now looking for a new car for my wife; well probably get the Outback wagon) and nothing comes close to what you get for the price of this car.