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Big Fun

The Subaru Legacy has gone from mid-size to full-size. It now competes squarely in the Camry/Teana/Accord class, in price as well as size. But while there’s never been a Subaru sedan as big as the new Legacy, there’s also arguably never been one that looks as uncomfortable in its own skin. It’s a slab-sided, upright shape with awkward proportions and bland details.

You can’t argue about the space on offer though. There’s acres of it inside, in all directions. That tall roofline and flat sides may do nothing for aesthetics, but they do provide for a wonderfully airy cabin. But the rear bench truly lives up to its name – it’s the flattest, least-contoured rear seat I have ever encountered. There’s a big boot too, as well as ample oddments space all over the cabin. +Continue Reading

An Unusual Suspect

The Legacy has always been a key model in the Subaru family. Over the past 20 years, 3.6 million have been sold. Besides sheer numbers, it has also been instrumental in raising the overall image of the marque.

It was the Legacy RS that led Subaru’s foray into the World Rally Championship. Though a first-timer, the car did remarkably well and the lessons learnt were put to good use when Subaru came up with the Impreza WRX. The WRX is one of the most successful cars in the history of the WRC series. +Continue Reading