Overview & Reviews

Stability control is now standard on every 2009 Subaru Legacy except for 2.5 GT models equipped with the manual transmission, and all Legacies save for the base 2.5i receive an upgraded nine-speaker audio system. Additionally, a pair of new trim levels join the lineup -- the feature-laden 2.5i Special Edition and the 3.0 R model, the latter serving as a less expensive alternative to the 3.0 R Limited.

• Sleek interior and exterior design, powerful acceleration in 2.5 GT and 3.0 R trims, standard all-wheel drive, secure handling, top-notch safety ratings.

• Subpar fuel economy, relatively tight backseat and trunk, outdated four-speed automatic transmission.

User Reviews:

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  Glad we decided to test drive - 2009 Subaru Legacy
  By Michael - April 8 - 2:23 am

  My wife and I love our Subaru Limited. We have had it for 3 months and no buyers remorse here. Handling - no comparison with other models in its class. Steering and overall comfort is wonderful. Test drove Altima, Accord and Sonata. Though the others each had their perks and overall better gas mileage, the AWD and wonderful drive sold it for us. 3-4 MPG less was not an issue with so many other nice features. The vehicle turns on a dime and handles great in the rain. I cant wait to see how it handles under winter conditions. The HK sound system is great too but was not a reason to buy. The car sold itself for us.

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  Well rounded sports sedan - 2009 Subaru Legacy
  By RocPat - January 7 - 4:36 pm

  Researched all wheel drive vehicles for several months before deciding on the Legacy for numerous reasons. Im extremely happy with my decision and always look forward to driving it. It handles rain, snow, and freezing temperatures with aplomb. When the weather is nice its tons of fun to blast down twisty back roads. One of the most well-rounded vehicles Ive ever driven!

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  Love the features, Not so much performance - 2009 Subaru Legacy
  By mo77 - April 30 - 6:08 pm

  Owned this car 4 yrs. Up until the last few months of ownership, the car did well. At 90+ miles, it began to have issues. Interior features are superb. But performance is sub par. It rolls even with good tires. I suggest getting rid of the stock Yokohama tires. Acceleration is sluggish, probably due to the outdated 4 speed auto transmission. Manual auto shift great in snow. Inside, not roomy at all. Even center console was too small. I was fine at 52", but my 62" husband was not comfortable. Back seat is tight. Trunk room is good. AWD is its saving grace.

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  fast family car - 2009 Subaru Legacy
  By buggybear - April 3 - 7:10 am

  With the H6 engine, Bilstein dampers, upgraded audio and interior, and sporty AWD system, this car is a great drive for a utilitarian family sedan. Trunk and seating space is adequate but not great. Got it for about the same as the slab sided 4 cylinder 2010s hitting the lot -- great bargain except for poor mileage and some mechanical issues fixed under warranty. Composed at speed, the car is good for curvy New England back roads too. Auto trans is also OK with paddle shifters, but just OK (downshift blips are the best feature). This isnt a true sport sedan but its a nice compromise that allows a family of 3 to enjoy the open road (and allows a single driver to cut it up a little).

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  this car is amazing! - 2009 Subaru Legacy
  By hyadude - January 1 - 9:33 am

  Traded in my 05 mdx for the Subaru. I must say its fantastic! What a car! Performance is outstanding. The ride is super smooth, and the handling is fantastic. I really cant say anything bad about Subaru. This is the best sedan by far I have ever owned!