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- Subpar fuel economy, relatively tight backseat and trunk, outdated four-speed automatic transmission.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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Get this car - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By wesue4u - June 18 - 1:10 pmOwned high performance Audis (S6, S4), BMW (M3) and even a Mercedes or two but love getting into and driving this car as much if not more. The car is tight, quick and comfortable and looks very sporty with its 18 inch wheels.
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Ruby - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By Staypuft - May 28 - 2:20 pmI picked up my Ruby Red SE on Labor day and got the same lease deal they were offering on the 08. Drove many other cars and this was love at first drive. I am a very large person but the smallish size doesnt bother me. Everything seems to be cut to fit. Quality is top notch. I have been given compliments nearly every day. My kids think its a sports car and all the neighbors are jealous.
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2009 Legacy is Great - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By RB26301 - September 29 - 5:40 pmI just got my Legacy last week and its great! It handles extremely well in the snow and even did better then my Jeep Cherokee. The car is sleek, classy and comfortable to drive.
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Great Car! - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By Jim C - April 13 - 7:33 amI bought this car back in May of this year because I was looking to trade in my 2006 Chevy Equinox which I hated, so I saw an advertisement on tv for Subaru and decided to check it out. I never owned a Subaru before so this was a new experience for me, once I got in it and test drove it there was no turning back. The car drives great, handles great, over all just a fun car. The HK audio system is incredible, those are the types of audio systems they put in much more expensive vehicles such as BMW. The only thing I dont like about this car is that it seems to pull to the right and the dealership told me that awd vehicles tend to do that. Not sure if anyone else has experienced this??
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Best Kept Secret of All Time - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By SubaruFan - January 15 - 4:36 pmWe leased this car based on our positive experience with our 2008 Impreza Outback Sport. This 2009 Legacy Special Edition is an unbelievable value considering the TOP SAFETY ratings. This car has TOP IIHS safety ratings which is important to me for my college age daughter. THIS car handles and accelerates very well. It is EXTREMELY QUIET even at highway speeds. The four speed transmission is MORE than ADEQUATE regardless of what others have written. Highway gas mileage is above 30 mpg with City mileage ranging from 25-26 mpg. AWD, SAFETY, RELIABILITY (see Consumer Reports), Comfort, and STYLE make this car a TRUE winner in my opinion.
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Finally...The Car Ive Wanted - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By Cam - November 22 - 5:50 amI have wasted a ton of money in negative equity with a 07 Camry, 08 Altima, and 08 Accord (lease) before coming around to Subaru. I wanted to wait on a review until I put it in the snow. It was amazing. Everything about this car with its value really added up to a great experience so far. The dealer was great about letting me test drive and had a great purchase incentive. They got me out of my Honda lease and into one of the last 09 Legacy on the lot. The premium sound system is amazing. The car drives extremely well and the interior design is great. I like the 10 exterior better, but am in love with my 09 so far. Amazing ride in snow, rain, and in the sun. Highly recommended.
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An overlooked offering - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By Chris - November 4 - 10:43 pmI did a lot of research (both online and in person) before buying. Safety was a huge factor for me, so the great safety ratings and crash test results were a large part my decision. I ended up getting a 2009 Legacy Limited sedan. It handles very well. The 2009 has stability control standard. Feels pretty sporty around the curves. The AWD helps. The base engine has more than enough power for my driving habits. If you need more, get the turbo or 6 cylinder. The interior layout is great; very logical and oriented toward the driver. For a "family car" its a fun car to drive. Its a little small compared to other midsized sedans, but is comfortable for average sized adults.
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Love this car! - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By legacylover - September 19 - 7:00 pmMy new Legacy 2.5i SE is our 6th Subaru and arguably the best. The car is the smoothest riding and shifting car Ive ever owned. At the end of a long day there is nothing like my commute home in it (1/2 hour, city and country driving) to make me forget my day. Better still the fuel mileage is way better than I was expecting (about 29 MPG mixed driving conditions). The seats are really comfortable and the stereo is pretty awesome too. Even though the interior is a little smaller than comparable models, it fits around you giving you a nice blend of sport and luxury. Now I cant wait for wintertime driving and its AWD / traction control. Our other Subaru is 14 years old and we still love it.
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Suprise! - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By Brian - May 30 - 2:10 amOK, so my clunker died and it was time for new wheels. I am a 35 year old man, and a father. I wanted something fun, sporty, comfy, and fun to drive. And I found it! I could not be happier with my Legacy 3.0R Limited. The car is a rocket, smooth as silk on the road, and is loaded with enough features to keep me busy for the next 6 months figuring them all out. Nav works well, although sometimes takes an odd turn or two. The car is a beauty, and accelerates better than any I have ever driven (and I test drive frequently as I am a car lover). This is a drivers car in every way, and Subaru deserves more street cred after making a machine like this one! I truly look forward to driving.
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I am Impressed! - 2009 Subaru Legacy
By Robert Clarke - March 8 - 10:40 amI just got my Legacy a month ago and I could not be happier. We broke it in on a 3,000 mile trip to SC. It cruised through rain that had people pulling over because they could not see. We averaged 70 mph with the A/C on and the mileage was 31! Great safety with the 6 airbags and traction control. I have been told it had a 5 star rating. Great HK stereo, very quick with the 5 speed. Steering is precise and the roadholding is fantastic. I had two Audis and I like this more. Plus, if it did have a maintenance problem (which I dont think it will) it would be cheap to fix. A lot of car for 19K.
