2013 Subaru Legacy - Wonderful Family Car
The main thing I like about this car was how much space is inside. I have two toddlers and we have a lot of stuff to carry around with us and it seems to fit everything perfectly. There is plenty of room for my kids' in car seats in the back and even when my long-legged husband rides in it, there is still plenty of leg room for him and the kid behind him. I also like the cupholder the folds down in middle of the back seat. That is very helpful when hauling children. The car doesn't seem to have any problem in the snow. It ran through it great last winter without any sliding. I love how it drives. It holds turns really well and is very smooth on our bumpy back roads. It definitely has power and it feels very sturdy and safe. I have hit one deer with it, completely crushing the front-end... (more)
The main thing I like about this car was how much space is inside. I have two toddlers and we have a lot of stuff to carry around with us and it seems to fit everything perfectly. There is plenty of room for my kids' in car seats in the back and even when my long-legged husband rides in it, there is still plenty of leg room for him and the kid behind him. I also like the cupholder the folds down in middle of the back seat. That is very helpful when hauling children. The car doesn't seem to have any problem in the snow. It ran through it great last winter without any sliding. I love how it drives. It holds turns really well and is very smooth on our bumpy back roads. It definitely has power and it feels very sturdy and safe. I have hit one deer with it, completely crushing the front-end, and I still feel very safe in it. I didn't know it had caused as much damage as it did because the jolt from the hit wasn't bad at all. One of my dislikes is the trunk. There is something that sticks down from the top, on the inside, and everything I try to put in it gets stuck on that ridge. I also don't like that you have to use your keys to open the trunk. I think that is a horrible feature.
We took this car camping this past summer at the river. I loved it because I put all the wet clothes on the hood and top to dry in the sun. We used the trunk open all day to put food in so the ants/bees wouldn't get in it. It was great to have such an all purpose car.
We took this car camping this past summer at the river. I loved it because I put all the wet clothes on the hood and top to dry in the sun. We used the trunk open all day to put food in so the ants/bees wouldn't get in it. It was great to have such an all purpose car.
Space would be the most positive thing about this vehicle. There is plenty of room for kids, adults, and "stuff". I even take my dog, a German Short-haired Pointer, with me in the front seat sometimes. I love that the car has AWD. We live in the country and it's nice to know you have a vehicle to get you around, no matter the terrain. When riding in this vehicle, you set up off the road more than in other cars. It feels shorter than an SUV but higher than a car, which I think is great. I really like to drive this car. It really holds on to the road and makes turns effortlessly. The small c... (more)
Space would be the most positive thing about this vehicle. There is plenty of room for kids, adults, and "stuff". I even take my dog, a German Short-haired Pointer, with me in the front seat sometimes. I love that the car has AWD. We live in the country and it's nice to know you have a vehicle to get you around, no matter the terrain. When riding in this vehicle, you set up off the road more than in other cars. It feels shorter than an SUV but higher than a car, which I think is great. I really like to drive this car. It really holds on to the road and makes turns effortlessly. The small cargo net on the back of the passenger seat is great to put books or toys in for the kids. That way the toys or books are off the floor where they could get tore up. The cup holders in bottom of the doors are really handy too. They are nice to put a bottle of water or a spare drink in. We also put sun screen or bug spray in there when we go camping. To be an AWD vehicle, you can not beat the gas mileage. My car gets about 28 mpg on these country roads, which is great.
I think the worst feature to this vehicle would be how the trunk opens. The only way I can get my trunk open is to use the key. So, if the car is running, I have to turn the car off, open the trunk, then start the car again. This can be very annoying. I also do not like that the gas tank lid has to be opened from inside. I don't know if it's my car in particular but the air conditioning has never been very cold. We can put it the fan on high and it take forever to cool the entire car down. I do not like that the speakers are in the doors. I know most, or maybe all, vehicles do this but it ... (more)
I think the worst feature to this vehicle would be how the trunk opens. The only way I can get my trunk open is to use the key. So, if the car is running, I have to turn the car off, open the trunk, then start the car again. This can be very annoying. I also do not like that the gas tank lid has to be opened from inside. I don't know if it's my car in particular but the air conditioning has never been very cold. We can put it the fan on high and it take forever to cool the entire car down. I do not like that the speakers are in the doors. I know most, or maybe all, vehicles do this but it doesn't make sense to me. I kick the speaker every time I need to push the door open with my foot. Then mud gets down in the holes of the speaker and I can't clean it out. I wish this vehicle had the feature of not being able to lock your keys in your car. I know it is a safety feature so I'm glad this happens sometimes but I don't like that it dings when the seat beat is not fastened. The reason I don't like this is because when I do take my dog with us, she is 50 lbs. As a puppy, she sets off the seat belt alarm because she is so heavy. I just wish there was a way to turn it off without have to buckle the belt behind the seat.
2012 Subaru Legacy - 2012 Subaru Legacy Positive Experience
The 2012 Subaru Legacy I purchased new has been an overall good car and I have had mostly positive experiences with it. The car is all wheel drive and hold the road very well, especially where I live, which is a mountainous area. The car holds itself well in inclement weather, and I have driven comfortably in it in snow and rain without having a bad experience. The car has pretty good fuel economy; I commute about 40 minutes each way to my current job and I have to fill up the tank about once a week. I have never had to add oil to the car and the car has needed minimal maintenance since I bought it. One inconvenience I did have with the car is that I busted one tire shortly after I bought the car and I had to replace all four tires, which cost me a fair amount of money. Also, when ther... (more)
The 2012 Subaru Legacy I purchased new has been an overall good car and I have had mostly positive experiences with it. The car is all wheel drive and hold the road very well, especially where I live, which is a mountainous area. The car holds itself well in inclement weather, and I have driven comfortably in it in snow and rain without having a bad experience. The car has pretty good fuel economy; I commute about 40 minutes each way to my current job and I have to fill up the tank about once a week. I have never had to add oil to the car and the car has needed minimal maintenance since I bought it. One inconvenience I did have with the car is that I busted one tire shortly after I bought the car and I had to replace all four tires, which cost me a fair amount of money. Also, when there is a change in temperature, the tire inflation light frequently goes on and goes off randomly. Other that, I have not had any issues with the car.
I have gone on the Devil's Backbone road that is all curves, and the car was able to be driven fast and still hold the road really well.
I have gone on the Devil's Backbone road that is all curves, and the car was able to be driven fast and still hold the road really well.
Able to turn on the car remotely in hot or cold weather, so that the temperature is comfortable when I'm ready to drive it. Good fuel economy. Holds the road well, even in bad weather. Fair price for value.
Able to turn on the car remotely in hot or cold weather, so that the temperature is comfortable when I'm ready to drive it. Good fuel economy. Holds the road well, even in bad weather. Fair price for value.
Having to replace all four tires at once, even if there's nothing wrong with the others. Confusing signals from the cars computer, including the tire inflation light and lights going on and off that don't signal a particular problem and have to be taken to a mechanic in order to be diagnosed.
Having to replace all four tires at once, even if there's nothing wrong with the others. Confusing signals from the cars computer, including the tire inflation light and lights going on and off that don't signal a particular problem and have to be taken to a mechanic in order to be diagnosed.
2009 Subaru Legacy - Greatest value for an all-wheel drive sedan
The Subaru Legacy can take all the abuse I throw at it and still look professional during the week! After owning SUVs and wanting to downsize, I was unwilling to go to a two-wheel drive system. Subaru has a long history of all-wheel drive vehicles, and the Legacy fit my needs perfectly! During the week, I appreciate the attention to detail on the interior, the quality Harmon Kardon sound system, and auxiliary ports so I can listen to my digital library through my iPod. The sunroof is standard and has become one of my favorite features of the car. During the week, I drive to my office job and fit in with the fancy business cars, but on the weekend, I throw a roof rack on top, grab the mountain bikes, and head out onto dirt roads to play. I've even done a river crossing to get to the tra... (more)
The Subaru Legacy can take all the abuse I throw at it and still look professional during the week! After owning SUVs and wanting to downsize, I was unwilling to go to a two-wheel drive system. Subaru has a long history of all-wheel drive vehicles, and the Legacy fit my needs perfectly! During the week, I appreciate the attention to detail on the interior, the quality Harmon Kardon sound system, and auxiliary ports so I can listen to my digital library through my iPod. The sunroof is standard and has become one of my favorite features of the car. During the week, I drive to my office job and fit in with the fancy business cars, but on the weekend, I throw a roof rack on top, grab the mountain bikes, and head out onto dirt roads to play. I've even done a river crossing to get to the trailhead! On the way home, I'll drive to a car wash, and by Monday morning, the car is back into business-professional mode. I canÕt think of any other vehicle that can blend those two worlds together so seamlessly!
I planned a trip to hike to a beautiful alpine lake in the Cascade Mountains of Washington. I had done all my research and driven several hours to get to the trailhead, but on the road leading to the start of the hike, there was a river crossing that had not been mentioned. I had already dedicated many hours, and I didn't want to turn back, so I crossed the river that was 2-3 feet deep and suc... (more)
I planned a trip to hike to a beautiful alpine lake in the Cascade Mountains of Washington. I had done all my research and driven several hours to get to the trailhead, but on the road leading to the start of the hike, there was a river crossing that had not been mentioned. I had already dedicated many hours, and I didn't want to turn back, so I crossed the river that was 2-3 feet deep and successfully made it to the other side. There was a strange sense of pride parking next to the lifted trucks on the other side.
There are many pros on this car. The all-wheel drive system is necessary for the weekend warrior venturing off the paved roads, but also comes in handy when the pavement is wet. I donÕt spin out when accelerating on a wet hill, and I can trust that I will not break traction. The seats are some of the most comfortable in any vehicle I have tried, and it really makes a difference on a long road trip. The gauges on the dash are a red color, which make driving at night so much more enjoyable. I canÕt imagine why car manufacturers would choose any other color. The sunroof is a great touch, and ... (more)
There are many pros on this car. The all-wheel drive system is necessary for the weekend warrior venturing off the paved roads, but also comes in handy when the pavement is wet. I donÕt spin out when accelerating on a wet hill, and I can trust that I will not break traction. The seats are some of the most comfortable in any vehicle I have tried, and it really makes a difference on a long road trip. The gauges on the dash are a red color, which make driving at night so much more enjoyable. I canÕt imagine why car manufacturers would choose any other color. The sunroof is a great touch, and I love that it is included in all trim packages. The engine provides plenty of power to get going, but isnÕt so overpowered that I feel like IÕm wasting gas. The boxer engine they put in this car sits low to the ground, so the car feels very stable when taking corners at speed. They must have taken a note from their rally cars on the performance end of their car models. I can also appreciate the details that elevate this over similar cars in the price range. The rims are high quality aluminum and not a hubcap over a steel wheel like some of the competitors.
As great as this car is, there are a few cons to keep in mind. This is not a large car, and there is minimal room in the back seat. Fully grown adults will feel cramped sitting in the back for any length of time. The trunk space also leaves a bit to be desired. When I pack for a camping trip, the trunk and back seat are completely full of gear, and I tend to pack light. The stereo system is a bit underwhelming when I want to turn up the volume, and as nice as the auxiliary input is, I wish I could control my music from the factory head unit. I should also mention that the all-wheel drive s... (more)
As great as this car is, there are a few cons to keep in mind. This is not a large car, and there is minimal room in the back seat. Fully grown adults will feel cramped sitting in the back for any length of time. The trunk space also leaves a bit to be desired. When I pack for a camping trip, the trunk and back seat are completely full of gear, and I tend to pack light. The stereo system is a bit underwhelming when I want to turn up the volume, and as nice as the auxiliary input is, I wish I could control my music from the factory head unit. I should also mention that the all-wheel drive system (the sole reason I pursued this car) is always on and negatively impacts gas mileage. I appreciate when itÕs there, but for most of my driving, I donÕt need all-wheel drive, and the extra miles per gallon would really add up on my commute. If you donÕt leave the pavement, you would be better suited in a car that is a little bit bigger and gets better gas mileage.
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