Subaru Legacy (seventh generation)

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Subaru Legacy (BW)
2020 Subaru Legacy, front 10.1.20.jpg
Overview
ManufacturerSubaru
Production2019–present
AssemblyUnited States: Lafayette, Indiana (SIA)
Japan: Ōta, Gunma (Outback only)[1]
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size car
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, all-wheel-drive
PlatformSubaru Global Platform[2]
RelatedSubaru Ascent
Powertrain
Engine2.5 L 182 hp (136 kW) FB25 H4 (gasoline)
2.4 L 260 hp (194 kW) FA24F H4-T (gasoline)
1.8 L 174 hp (130 kW) CB18 H4 (gasoline; Legacy Outback, Japan)[3]
TransmissionSimulated 8-speed Lineartronic CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,750 mm (108.3 in)[4]
Length4,840 mm (190.6 in)[4]
Width1,840 mm (72.4 in)[4]
Height1,500 mm (59.1 in)[4]
Chronology
PredecessorSubaru Legacy (sixth generation)

The Subaru Legacy (BW) is the seventh generation of the Legacy range of mid-size cars, with the station wagon version the Subaru Outback (BT) being the sixth generation of the Legacy-based Outback range. It made its debut at the 2019 Chicago Auto Show on February 7, 2019,[5] and went on sale in the third quarter of 2019. Unlike the previous generations, the seventh generation Legacy will not be sold in Japan and Australia due to disappointing sales for its predecessor.

History[]

Series production of the seventh generation Legacy and sixth generation Outback started in July 2019.[6] The first of each model was driven off the SIA production line in Lafayette, Indiana, on July 29.[7]

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.[8]

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.[9] Those screens are manufactured by Denso and shared with the Toyota Prius Prime.[10][11] There are two separate Denso processors, one drives the infotainment system while the other operates critical vehicle functions.[12]

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.[9]

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.[9]

Trim summary[]

United States Legacy key features by trimline[9]
  Base Premium Sport Limited Limited XT Touring XT
Console Stereo 7" touchscreen 11.6" touchscreen (navigation optional) 11.6" touchscreen with navigation
Climate Control 7" touchscreen
Audio Speakers 4 6 12
Mechanical Engine 2.5L FB25 DI 2.4L FA24 Turbo
Transmission Lineartronic CVT
Drive All-wheel drive
Chassis Wheel size (in) 17 18
ADAS EyeSight Yes
Blind-Spot Detection No Optional Yes
Driver drowsiness detection No Optional Yes

Outback[]

Subaru Outback (BT)
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Body and chassis
Body style5-door station wagon
RelatedSubaru Ascent
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.8 L CB18 DOHC H4 T (JP)
  • 2.4 L FA24F DOHC H4 T
  • 2.5 L FB25D DOHC H4
Power output
  • 130 kW (174 hp; 177 PS) (1.8T)
  • 138 kW (185 hp; 188 PS) (2.5)
  • 191 kW (256 hp; 260 PS) (2.4T)
Transmission8-Speed Simulated Lineartronic CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,745 mm (108.1 in)[13]
Length4,860 mm (191.3 in)[13]
Width1,855 mm (73.0 in)[13]
Height1,680 mm (66.1 in)[13]
Chronology
PredecessorSubaru Outback (fifth generation)
Rear view
Interior

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 alongside the Legacy sedan. Changes and features mirror those made to the Legacy,[14] and the raised suspension of the Outback provides a minimum ground clearance of 8.7 in (220 mm).[13] In North America, the engine options, like the Legacy, are the 2.5 liter FB25D flat four that produces 182 hp (185 PS; 136 kW) at 5,800 rpm and the turbocharged 2.4 liter FA24F flat four that produces 260 hp (194 kW; 264 PS) at 5,600 rpm.

The sixth-generation Outback was marketed outside of North America starting in 2021. The Outback was released in Australia in February 2021, exclusively powered by the naturally-aspirated FB25D engine.[15] On March 23, 2021, TC Subaru Thailand officially introduced the all-new Subaru Outback SUV, imported from Japan. Power comes from Subaru’s 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated FB25D 'boxer' engine that produces 188 PS and 245 Nm. The engine is mated to a CVT with 8-speed sequential shift (Subaru calls it Lineartronic) that sends power to all 4 wheels via Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive.[16] The Outback was released in Japan in October 2021, powered exclusively by the gasoline direct-injection turbo CB18 engine.[17]

Outback Wilderness[]

2022 Outback Wilderness

The Subaru Outback Wilderness, launched for 2022 for the North American market, is a more off-road focused version of the standard Outback, it is also the first vehicle to be launched under Subaru's new "Wilderness" brand. The suspension is raised to 9.5 inches (240 mm), 0.8 in (20 mm) more than the standard Outback's 8.7 inches (220 mm) of ground clearance. All terrain tires are also added to the Outback Wilderness which are wrapped around black 17 inch wheels. There is also more extensive plastic body cladding as well as integrated tow hooks. The roof rack on the Outback Wilderness is also changed, and is rated for up to 700 pounds (320 kg). The Wilderness also has a higher final drive ratio of 4.44:1, compared to the 4.11:1 in the standard Outback, the only engine option for the Wilderness is the turbocharged 2.4L FA24F 4-cylinder boxer engine. Interior changes include orange stitching and accents as well as water resistant "StarTex" seats, also found on the Onyx edition outback.[18]

Sales[]

Subaru Legacy US/Canada Sales Figures[19]
Year United States Canada
2020 27,240 1,360
Subaru Outback US/Canada Sales Figures[20]
Year United States Canada
2020 153,290 12,556

References[]

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  2. ^ Meier, Fred (7 February 2019). "Subaru Legacy Carries on for 2020 With New Platform, Turbo, Tech". Cars.com. Retrieved 29 March 2019.
  3. ^ "諸元表 : スペック | 新型レガシィ アウトバック | Subaru".
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  6. ^ 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.
  7. ^ "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.
  8. ^ 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.
  9. ^ a b c d Stoklosa, Alexander (7 February 2019). "2020 Subaru Legacy Sedan – All-Wheel Drive, New Turbo, Large Touchscreen". Car and Driver. Retrieved 7 February 2019.
  10. ^ "11.6-inch Touch Display | Products & Services | What we do | DENSO Global Website". www.denso.com. Retrieved 2021-05-01.
  11. ^ "Safety and Cockpit Systems | Products & Services | What we do | DENSO Global Website". www.denso.com. Retrieved 2021-05-01.
  12. ^ 2020 Subaru Outback XT Onyx Review and Off-Road Test, retrieved 2021-05-01
  13. ^ a b c d e "World Premier of All-New 2020 Subaru Outback" (Press release). Subaru Corporation. April 17, 2019. Retrieved 17 April 2019.
  14. ^ Capparella, Joey (April 17, 2019). "The 2020 Subaru Outback Adds a Turbo Engine and New Features". Car and Driver. Retrieved 24 April 2019.
  15. ^ "Sixth Generation Outback is classy Subaru crossover" (Press release). Subaru of Australia. February 19, 2021. Retrieved 11 November 2021.
  16. ^ "ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ All NEW Subaru OUTBACK 2.5 AWD : 2,699,000 บาท (นำเข้า CBU)" (Press release). Headlightmag. March 23, 2021. Retrieved 23 March 2021.
  17. ^ "SUBARU 新型「レガシィ アウトバック」を発表" [SUBARU announces new 'Legacy Outback'] (Press release) (in Japanese). Subaru Global Media. October 7, 2021. Retrieved 11 November 2021.
  18. ^ Atiyeh, Clifford (2021-05-29). "Here Are the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness's Coolest Upgrades". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2021-06-05.
  19. ^ Sales, Timothy Cain·Subaru. "Subaru Legacy Sales Figures". GCBC. Retrieved 2021-06-05.
  20. ^ Sales, Timothy Cain·Subaru. "Subaru Outback Sales Figures". GCBC. Retrieved 2021-06-05.

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