Subaru Legacy Estate 1998-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A well built car with bonus of 4WD and great service network.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Great 2nd hand buy. Repairs are few but can be expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fun and easy to drive, competent all rounder, fast, firm and comfy.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Engine offers a sensible compromise of power and fuel consumption, AWD delivers confident road holding.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    So far so good.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Understated competence rather than German snob value.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfy home rather than country house hotel.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Immobiliser, no alarm, load cover. Best to leave empty anyway.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Helpful, realistic, friendly, professional, good value.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cylinder head gasket.

    Other

    4 wheel alignment.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes