2022 Subaru Legacy Limited
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- Photo: 2020 Subaru Legacy Premium AWD, front 2.14.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2021 Subaru Legacy in Ice Silver Metallic, front left, 07-02-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 22 Subaru Legacy Premium by HJUdall, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2020 Subaru Legacy Premium AWD, rear 2.14.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2020 Legacy Premier GT (Canadian version) by Monsieurmaggot, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2022 Subaru Legacy Limited is a 182-hp 2.5-liter sedan with a cvt and all-wheel drive. It starts at $30,445 MSRP.
It makes 182 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 178 lb-ft of torque at 3700 rpm.
The Legacy measures 190.6 inches long on a 108.3-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $30,445 |
| MSRP with Destination | $31,440 |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5L DOHC 16-valve H4 (FB25, direct injection) |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, dual variable valve timing |
| Injection Type | Direct fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD — Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | CVT (Lineartronic, 8-speed manual mode) |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson-type struts with internal rebound springs, aluminum lower L-arms, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Double wishbone with subframe, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Dual-piston |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.4 in. ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.8 in. ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | 225/50R18 95V all-season |
| Tires Rear | 225/50R18 95V all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190.6 in |
| Width | 81.8 in |
| Height | 59.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in |
| Front Track | 62.2 in |
| Rear Track | 63.4 in |
| Interior | |
| Legroom Front | 42.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 39.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 57.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.8 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2022 Subaru Legacy Limited with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.1 % risk) |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Subaru LEGACY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 22, 2024 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Outback and Legacy vehicles. A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRA-24.
NHTSA campaign 24V227000
Nov 9, 2023 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
Consequence: An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.
NHTSA campaign 23V755000
34 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2022 Subaru LEGACY
Owner Complaints
34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Subaru LEGACY (4 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility/Wiper | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 2 |
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 2022 SUBARU LEGACY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.