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2013 Subaru Legacy

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Rating8.1

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Midsize Sedan
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$20,295 - $28,895
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Offers impressive room in both the rows

Lethargic scceleration from the base engine

Heated seats and mirrors are now standard features

Wonderful visibility due to minimal blindspots

Pre-fit audio system isn't for someone who likes music

The 3.6R Limited gets a powerful Flet-6 engine

Offers AWD as standard for added traction over tricky surfaces

Unrefined ride quality with the CVT

Navigation is available as a option on most trims

Specs & Features

$25,395

price

256 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

247 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

5-Speed Automatic w/Manual Shift

transmission

3.6L 6cyl AWD 5A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2013 Subaru Legacy is a midsize sedan offered in 5 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $20,295. For that price, it mainly competes with the Honda Accord, the Nissan Altima, and the Toyota Camry. Between 6 trims, the Legacy offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.5L Flat-4 engine with a choice between a 6-speed manual transmission and a CVT. This engine is capable of making 173 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 256 horsepower-making 3.6L Flat-6 engine mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. 

The Legacy reaches 60 MPH from zero in 8.6 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 7.1 seconds with the Flat-6 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Legacy can manage a combined EPA-rated fuel economy between 20 and 27 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 8 striking colors the Legacy comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

The 2013 Legacy can be bought in 5 trim levels and our recommendation is the 2.5i Premium trim level. This trim offers better standard features than the base 2.5i trim along with optional features such as adaptive cruise control, a lane-departure warning system and a collision-warning/mitigation system with brake intervention.

Trims

    Base
    $20,295 onwards
    • 16-inch steel Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Remote keyless entry
    Premium
    $22,495 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Driver Lumbar support
    Sport
    $24,495 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    Limited
    $25,895 onwards
    • 17-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Xm AM/FM/HD/Satellite

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Rating

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Horsepower

256 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

247 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

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2013 Subaru Legacy vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		8.9 sec16.7 sec-
    		5.5 sec--
    		6.3 sec14.8 sec-
    		6.4 sec14.8 sec-
    		7.2 sec--
    		7.4 sec15.8 sec130 mph
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    2013 Subaru Legacy vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/518 mi.
      		27 mpg38 mpg31 mpg18 gal.486/684 mi.
      		24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg18.5 gal.444/647.5 mi.
      		25 mpg35 mpg28 mpg17 gal.425/595 mi.
      		24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg17.2 gal.412.8/584.8 mi.
      		24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg18.5 gal.444/647.5 mi.

      2013 Subaru Legacy vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		187.2 in.71.7 in.59.3 in.5.9 in.108.3 in.
        		196.9 in.73.1 in.59.2 in.7 in.111.7 in.
        		196.3 in.74.4 in.58.1 in.5.2 in.115.6 in.
        2013 Mazda 6

        Ranked #3

        		193.7 in.72.4 in.57.9 in.5.1 in.109.8 in.
        		193.3 in.73.2 in.57.9 in.5.4 in.112 in.
        		192.6 in.72.8 in.58.4 in.5.2 in.108.9 in.

        2013 Subaru Legacy vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		14.7 cu.ft.103 cu.ft.75 cu.ft.
          		16.4 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.165.6 cu.ft.
          		65.7 cu.ft.98 cu.ft.120.1 cu.ft.
          		14.2 cu.ft.95.8 cu.ft.100.2 cu.ft.
          		13.3 cu.ft.100 cu.ft.83.7 cu.ft.
          		13.5 cu.ft.100.2 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.

          2013 Subaru Legacy vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		75 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.75 cu.ft.-
            		-15.4 cu.ft.--
            		71 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.71 cu.ft.-
            		-15.8 cu.ft.-98 ft.
            		120.1 cu.ft.65.7 cu.ft.120.1 cu.ft.-
            		165.6 cu.ft.16.4 cu.ft.165.6 cu.ft.-

            2013 Subaru Legacy vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		--3315 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.1211 lbs.3402 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-4051 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.1200 lbs.3400 lbs.
              		--3192 lbs.
              		--3427 lbs.

              2013 Subaru Legacy Sedan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              12

              Recalls

              0

              Investigations

              66

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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