2016 Subaru Legacy AWD 2.5i Sedan
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- Photo: 2019 Subaru Legacy 2.5i in Crystal White Pearl, front right, 2024-10-06 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: 2015 Subaru Legacy (BN) 1X7A0307 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2016 Subaru Legacy AWD 2.5i Sedan is a 175-hp 2.5-liter sedan with a cvt and all-wheel drive. It starts at $21,745 MSRP and is rated at 30 mpg combined.
It makes 175 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 174 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 26 mpg city and 36 mpg highway (30 mpg combined).
The Legacy measures 188.8 inches long on a 108.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,468 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,745 ($29,446 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $22,540 ($30,523 *) |
| Destination Charge | $795 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5L DOHC 16-valve H4 (FB25), VVT |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 174 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, variable valve timing |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD — Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | CVT (Lineartronic) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 26 MPG |
| Highway | 36 MPG |
| Combined | 30 MPG |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 188.8 in |
| Height | 59 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,468 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.1 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.1 % risk) |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Subaru LEGACY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 11, 2016 · STEERING:COLUMN Park it
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the wheels.
Consequence: The loss of steering ability would increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lot number on the steering column, replacing the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783 or by visiting http://www.wtd65.service-campaign.com. Subaru's number for this recall is WTD-65. Note: Until the vehicles have been inspected, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles.
NHTSA campaign 16V292000
Nov 24, 2015 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016 Legacy vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 16, 2015, and Outback vehicles manufactured October 24, 2015, to November 17, 2015. Due to the improper tightening of the securing nuts, the drive shaft may separate from the rear differential.
Consequence: If the drive shaft detaches from the rear differential, it may strike the fuel tank and result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fastening nuts, and tighten or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500. Subaru's number for this recall is WQV-57.
NHTSA campaign 15V794000
Aug 10, 2015 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015 and 2016 model year Subaru Legacy 4-Door and Outback vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to July 27, 2015. Transmission oil may leak from a deformed seal cap on the propeller shaft yoke.
Consequence: If the transmission oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe, there is a possible risk of fire.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propeller shaft, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQU-56.
NHTSA campaign 15V502000
147 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Subaru LEGACY
Owner Complaints
147 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Subaru LEGACY (9 mention a crash, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 51 |
| Unknown Or Other | 41 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 17 |
| Steering | 16 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 SUBARU LEGACY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.