Subaru Legacy

Subaru's most popular car and the brand with the longest longevity, the Legacy first hit the U.S. streets in 1990 as a mid-size sedan and wagon.  It was offered in either front-wheel or all-wheel drive, until AWD became standard on all Subaru vehicles in 1995.  In 1991 and 1992, a turbo sedan and wagon were introduced.  A 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic have always been the transmission choices.
The Subaru Legacy was a conservative car with good performance, handling, and safety records.  It achieved the highest rankings from the Insurance Institute in 2006.  It is the model, particularly the wagon, that is most associated with the Subaru name in the U.S., while overseas the company is associated with performance cars.  In 1995 it gave birth to the Outback wagon, as a featured trim.  The Outback added a bit of outdoorsy adventure to the wagon, with its higher ground clearance, all-road tires, and exterior styling, until it became its own brand in 2000.  In 1995, the Legacy stopped offering a turbo engine.
As the Outback took its rugged image with it, the Legacy remained a dependable and durable family or commuter car.  It has also gradually refined its interior features, making it more luxurious and comfort-oriented.  Power features, heated leather seats, auto climate control, trip computer, and a sunroof show the evolving market for the Legacy.  In 2005, a turbo model returned after a ten-year absence, upping the now 173-hp 2.5 engine to 243-hp.  
The Legacy is also notable for being Subaru's rally car before the Impreza hit the scene.  It was one of only ten cars to finish the renowned WRC Safari Race in 1990.  For 2007, the Subaru Legacy comes in 2.5i and faster GT trims.