Subaru Legacy (seventh generation)

The Subaru Legacy (BW/BT) is the seventh generation of the Legacy range of mid-size cars. It made its debut at the 2019 Chicago Auto Show on February 7, 2019[3] and went on sale in the third quarter of 2019. This is the first Legacy model that isn't officially sold in Japan, as the nameplate usage ended there in June 2020.

For a complete overview of each generation, see Subaru Legacy.
Subaru Legacy (BW)
Overview
ManufacturerSubaru (Subaru Corporation)
Production2019–present
AssemblyUnited States: Lafayette, Indiana (Lafayette plant)
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size car
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, all-wheel-drive
PlatformSubaru Global Platform[1]
RelatedSubaru Ascent
Powertrain
Engine2.5 L 182 hp (136 kW) FB25 H4 (gasoline)
2.4 L 260 hp (194 kW) FA24 H4-T (gasoline)
Transmission8-speed Lineartronic CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,750 mm (108.3 in)[2]
Length4,840 mm (190.6 in)[2]
Width1,840 mm (72.4 in)[2]
Height1,500 mm (59.1 in)[2]
Chronology
PredecessorSubaru Legacy (sixth generation)

History

Series production of the seventh generation Legacy and sixth generation Outback started in July 2019.[4] The first of each model was driven off the SIA production line in Lafayette, Indiana on July 29.[5]

The seventh generation Legacy was not marketed in Japan. Orders for the sixth generation Legacy were accepted through June 22, 2020 and production was discontinued after that.[6]

Design

The 2020 model year Legacy was moved to the Subaru Global Platform (SGP), which is torsionally stiffer compared to the previous generation Legacy. Its exterior styling is similar to the previous generation model, but the headlights and the taillights are slightly restyled. The interior now features an 11.6 inch touchscreen on all trims except the base model, which has two 7 inch displays.[7]

Notable mechanical changes include an updated base engine, the FB25 now featuring direct injection, and a turbocharged 2.4 liter FA24 flat four engine from the Ascent for higher trim levels which replaces the outgoing 3.6 liter EZ36 flat six engine. 90% of the components in the new FB25 are new compared to its predecessor.[7]

In terms of safety, there is a new optional facial recognition system which uses cameras to warn the driver if the system detects that they are distracted or fatigued.[7]

Trim summary
United States Legacy key features by trimline[7]
  BasePremiumSportLimitedLimited XTTouring XT
Console Stereo 7" touchscreen11.6" touchscreen (navigation optional)11.6" touchscreen with navigation
Climate Control 7" touchscreen
Audio Speakers 4612
Mechanical Engine 2.5L FB25 DI2.4L FA24 Turbo
Transmission Lineartronic CVT
Drive All-wheel drive
Chassis Wheel size (in) 1718
ADAS EyeSight Yes
Blind-Spot Detection NoOptionalYes
Driver drowsiness detection NoOptionalYes

Outback
Subaru Outback (BT)

Body and chassis
Body style5-door mid-size crossover SUV/station wagon
RelatedSubaru Ascent
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,745 mm (108.1 in)[8]
Length4,860 mm (191.3 in)[8]
Width1,855 mm (73.0 in)[8]
Height1,680 mm (66.1 in)[8]
Chronology
PredecessorSubaru Outback (fifth generation)

The revised Outback was premiered at the New York International Auto Show on April 17, 2019 and went on sale at United States dealerships starting in Q3 of 2019. Changes and features mirror those made to the Legacy,[9] and the raised suspension of the Outback provides a minimum ground clearance of 8.7 in (220 mm).[8]

References
  1. Meier, Fred (7 February 2019). "Subaru Legacy Carries on for 2020 With New Platform, Turbo, Tech". Cars.com. Retrieved 29 March 2019.
  2. "World Premier of All-New 2020 Subaru Legacy Sedan" (Press release). Subaru Corporation. February 7, 2019. Retrieved 17 April 2019.
  3. "Subaru to debut all-new 2020 Legacy at Chicago Auto Show". 31 January 2019. Retrieved 28 March 2019.
  4. Krok, Andrew (July 30, 2019). "2020 Subaru Outback and Legacy start production, Forester reaches a sales milestone". Road/Show by CNet. Retrieved 22 October 2019.
  5. "Subaru Begins Production of All-New Legacy and Outback Models in the U.S." (Press release). Subaru Global Media. July 30, 2019. Retrieved 22 October 2019.
  6. Tsubakiyama, Kazuo (April 23, 2020). "東京スバル、レガシィ B4とBRZの受注終了をアナウンス" [Tokyo: Subaru announces end of orders for Legacy B4 and BRZ]. Car Watch. Retrieved 2 September 2020.
  7. Stoklosa, Alexander (7 February 2019). "2020 Subaru Legacy Sedan – All-Wheel Drive, New Turbo, Large Touchscreen". Car and Driver. Retrieved 7 February 2019.
  8. "World Premier of All-New 2020 Subaru Outback" (Press release). Subaru Corporation. April 17, 2019. Retrieved 17 April 2019.
  9. Capparella, Joey (April 17, 2019). "The 2020 Subaru Outback Adds a Turbo Engine and New Features". Car and Driver. Retrieved 24 April 2019.
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