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1996 Subaru Legacy User Reviews

1996 Subaru Legacy Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 20 reviews

  • Performance:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5
  • Appearance:3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5
  • Overall:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5

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PROS
"ride" 6 reviews
"reliable car" 4 reviews
"power" 3 reviews
"space" 3 reviews
"fuel economy" 3 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 3 reviews

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micklegacy writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr GT AWD Wagon Review
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looks good

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a bit thirsty

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Good Car For The Money, Becoming Cheaper — well what can i say about these cars that have not already been said,goes like a rocket, looks great,handling is good for big estate car, no rust either. just a couple of silly scrapes to body work that i did pulling out of my drive early one morning, which are being repaired.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Dan writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr GT AWD Wagon Review
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Performance, build quality, handling.

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Fuel consumption.

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Scooby Legacy Gt — Understated, M3 crushing performance. Solid as a rock inside and out. Looks awesome in my opinion. Inside has all the toys you would possibly want or need, sucks petrol like an oil tanker though. Feels like a train on the road, grip, grip and more grip. 4WD security and boxer exhaust note makes the whole experience worth while.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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commuter writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr Brighton AWD Wagon Review
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Not a "head-turner"

commuter
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Value For The Money — Typical Subaru, keeps on running. Fuel efficient for an AWD vehicle. Handles corners well with a low center of gravity. With proper maintenance, these cars give you years/miles of service. Subaru loyal drivers can provide testimony to their longevity.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Rick writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr L Sedan Review
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love to drive it and the only car better than this subaru is a brand new subaru

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its getting old

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Will Defenitelly Get Another Subaru — good car performance are great for a 2.2 my car has presently 482 430 km and still going up hope I will make it to 500 000 km this is a great car to drive in snow lots of fun and easy to drift with

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Ray writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr GT AWD Wagon Review
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With the cargo room in it, the subwoofers absolutely SLAMMED! If i would have got it all painted the midnight blue the car would have been outstanding.

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Gas mileage......I only got about 20mpg.

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I'll Always Love My Slammin Subi! — I loved this car! Interior was a little lacking for me as it was an older car. It def had some pickup to it, just would have been better if they came out with a turbo gt model in 96.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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bobaraptor42 writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr LS AWD Sedan Review
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Fun and fuel efficient., with AWD Subaru standard

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I didnt find any

bobaraptor42
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Great Overall Sedan. Subaru Quality Shines — Great first car. Drove it everywhere. Hills, valleys, and mountains, you name it. This car did it all. AWD is a great plus to have in winter and slick roads. Took two small wrecks and had little to show for it. long lasting and fun, I would definitely reccommend it to anyone taht asked.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Matt writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr Outback AWD Wagon Review
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Fun sporty and go any where

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Not sure of any right now

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Great Dependable And Good Gas Mileage — This car was alot of fun to drive where ever i went. I did alot of highway driving between san diego and seattle and it always made the sisquox mountains seem like tiny hills.If i could find this car i would by it in a heart beat.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Anjum writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr GT AWD Wagon Review
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the sound system, cranking 2 10" Sony subs with a ken wood 800 amp, with a Sony full face front loader, NOISY very NOISY

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nothing

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Tricxy — the overall package is too good , i get all i need , a rally cars pick and speed, family car, and i can also go off road all in the same car amazing, and did i say it looks good. subaru did a car that was well tought out

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Cabrio_5774 writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr L AWD Sedan Review
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Good gas mileage, great handling for all types of weather

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sorta older car, my trunk leaks sometimes

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Ubi! — I love the fact that all Subaru's have all wheel drive, it comes in handy when I'm driving though the dreary streets of Oregon. the car is fun to drive when i have a new axle. The interior/Exterior would look better if i would've gotten it not totaled. Other than that, it's a miracle car. i love having it and the handling isn't too bad either. The car is a blast to have

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Bo writes:
1996 Subaru Legacy 4 Dr Outback AWD Wagon Review
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traction, realiabillity

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shajes at high speeds

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Great Car — Just a great car that keeps on running. This car has given me few problems, the traction is amazing. I love the visabillity and quallity of this car. Subarus are quallity cars I will never buy a Ford again, period

Primary Use: Utility (towing boats, transporting cargo, etc.)

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Cost $3,060 Average Instant Market Value $3,898 Average Instant Market Value $2,739 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 26 26 28
Horsepower 135 110 150
Crash Test Rating 4 4 4
Front Leg Room (inches) 43.3 43.1 42.6

Reviews From Other Years

2013 Subaru Legacy Reviews

Subaru 2.5 6 Speed Is A Good Car By Melkoun1

i'm nineteen years old and got the car brand new. its my first stick and its hold up really good. i like the appearance but definitely want to do some little tweaks, the six speed is great, seats are... Read More

It Will Be Hit Or Miss If You Get A Car The Has A Horrible Vibration By suby

would not have bought if i had test drove the car on the highway. car has serious vibration issues, and dealer cant seem to fix . going in for the forth time . I now hear that some cars vibrate and so... Read More

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2012 Subaru Legacy Reviews

Best Car For Your Money. Buy A Subaru - Join The Family By rossnovak

This is my first Subaru and the best overall car I have ever owned when it comes to simply getting you to your final destination. I can trust that I won't have any wild reliability issues and when I g... Read More

Very Nice Auto In Many Ways. Not A Hellcat Performance- Wise Like My 4th Gen 2.5gt By bonomia

I think I said it all above. If you need to be the fastest one on the road, keep looking. If you want to balance luxury, bells & whistles with solid performance and all weather confidence, this shoul... Read More

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2011 Subaru Legacy Reviews

Good Overall Car By bigalex76

it doesnt have the most power but it handles all weather conditions with ease. could be a little more leg room in the back seat. Gas mileage is great. Great car for a small family. Right amount of tru... Read More

The Impreza's Big Brother. By chris_rager

This car is great for a first car it's sporty and roomy. 0-60 is slow but once you pass 50 and you put your foot down it's fast. It's underrated because of the wrx sti impreza but is just as good. If ... Read More

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2010 Subaru Legacy Reviews

Super Car By jntwest

Ride, fuel economy for AWD car. CVT transmission nice. Very roomy. Very reliable. Great in the snow, Doors shut like a Mercedes, very solid. 60/40 back seat very useful for packing, especially ski... Read More

Spacious Luxury Awd Look A Like For Fraction Of The Cost By nyhans56

Being in the north east and being 6'6" and looking for fuel economy then this is the car to get. I am highly pleased with all of the cargo room that it has, I traded in my 2008 Tahoe. Subaru + manua... Read More

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2009 Subaru Legacy Reviews

Excellent, If Boring, Awd Sedan By azadorf

Owned this car for 3+ years. Excellent, boring, AWD sedan. It served its purpose and I enjoyed driving it. Probably the best handling sedan on the road in the snow. My 5th Subaru, so I'm a fan of thes... Read More

Good Daily Driver By consorziodenver

I have had this car for three years, and it has served its purpose well. I am getting ready to give it to my 16 year old, and I feel confident that it will protect him. While I don't like the lack o... Read More

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