SUBARU LEGACY 2018: PLANNED RESTYLING OF THE MODEL

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Contents of the review:

Appearance
Salon
2018 Subaru Legacy Specifications
Security systems
2018 Subaru Legacy cost and configuration

The premiere of the 6th generation Subaru Legacy took place in early 2014 in Chicago and, as expected, the car was developed based on the concept of the same name, shown at the Los Angeles Auto Show in the fall of 2013. However, it is worth noting that, in contrast to the conceptual version, the production model received a more restrained appearance.

In 2017, exactly three years after its first debut, the Subaru Legacy underwent a long-awaited restyling., as a result of which the car received a retouched exterior and interior, improved driving performance and an improved level of safety, which was achieved through the installation of new systems and driver assistants.

Exterior Subaru Legacy 2018

In comparison with the pre-styling version, the new Legacy noticeably increased its aggression, retaining the well-known and so beloved by the fans of this model, the notes of sportiness.

"Muzzle" of the car It is represented by slightly modified head optics, a large false radiator grille with a massive chrome crossbar, as well as a more aggressive front bumper with a wide air intake and curiously beaten foglights.

Separately, it is worth highlighting the possibility of installing all-LED headlights "Steering Responsive Headlight", which is able to change the direction of the light beam following the steering wheel turn.

Dynamic sedan profile emphasize the heavily piled back front pillars, a domed roof, lean stern and large R17-18 rims.

Feed machine It meets with large parking lights, a relatively compact trunk lid with a small spoiler and a slightly adjusted rear bumper with a large exhaust nozzle.

The external dimensions of the novelty fit into the following parameters:

Length, mm	4800
Width, mm	1840
Height, mm	1500
Wheelbase, mm	2750
Ground clearance, mm	150

The height of the minimum ground clearance, as we can see from the table, is 150 mm, and the curb weight ranges from 1.604-1.734 tons. Buyers are offered a choice between 10 different body colors, including two new colors: Magnetite Gray Metallic and Crimson Red Pearl.

In addition, the manufacturer offered a choice between several color options for the rims, which opens up good opportunities for personalizing the car's exterior.

Interior Subaru Legacy 2018

The novelty has retained the architecture of the front panel of its predecessor, where, traditionally for Subaru cars, the emphasis is placed on ergonomics and convenience of the driver's workplace. Nevertheless, thanks to the use of higher-quality finishing materials, the interior began to be perceived an order of magnitude more noble and presentable.

Driver's "cockpit" It is represented by a convenient in size and cross-section with a multifunctional steering wheel with three spokes and a sporty decorated dashboard, represented by two deep wells and an LCD monitor of the trip computer in the center.

Thanks to the large markings and perfectly matched lighting, it is a pleasure to read the instrument readings.

The main place on the central dashboard is reserved for the Starlink multimedia center with a 6.5 and 8-inch touch screen (previously a 6.2 or 7.2-inch monitor was installed). Directly below the multimedia system is a stylish and easy-to-use climate control unit in the cabin, represented by a small display, a pair of multifunctional knobs and auxiliary mechanical buttons.

The five-seater salon is such not only on paper, but also in practice. Front riders comfortable seats with good lateral support, filling with optimal stiffness and a lot of adjustments are offered, allowing a person of any size to sit with maximum comfort.

Rear riders an equally comfortable sofa with three headrests and a folding center armrest is offered. There is plenty of free space here, not only in width and length, but also in height.

Trunk volume in the standard configuration of the cabin it is 506 liters, but it can be increased by folding the backs of the rear sofa (folded in a 60:40 ratio). Under the raised floor of the luggage compartment, there was a place for a compact spare tire and a small set of tools.

Immediately I would like to note that the manufacturer already in the database offers a noticeably expanded list of equipment, represented by a multimedia complex, climate control, keyless entry and engine start function from a button, gear shift paddles, etc.

Specifications Subaru Legacy 2018

The line of engines remained the same, while the manufacturer modernized the control electronics, which made it possible to achieve greater environmental friendliness and efficiency of engines:

4-cylinder boxer engine with a displacement of 2.5 liters, generating a maximum of 175 hp. and 236 Nm of torque, available at 5800 and 4100 rpm, respectively. Such a motor works in tandem with a modern continuously variable Lineartronic variator, which allows acceleration from 0 to 100 in 9.6 seconds. and accelerate to a maximum speed of 210 km / h. According to the passport data, the fuel consumption in the combined cycle is 6.2 l / 100 km.
The 6-cylinder boxer of the EZ series, with a volume of 3.6 liters. Its total output is 256 hp. and 335 Nm of peak torque at 6 and 4.4 thousand rpm, respectively. As in the case of the younger engine, it is paired with a similar variator, but officially cars with such an engine are not supplied to Russia.

Subaru Legacy is designed on the modernized "bogie" of its predecessor. According to the manufacturer, more than 90% of the chassis elements were replaced and improved in the new product, namely: the structure of the rear subframe was changed, the body rigidity was increased due to the use of more heavy-duty steel, the pistons and valves in the front struts were replaced and the levers were strengthened.

The front suspension is represented by McPherson struts, and the rear is an independent multi-link system. The braking system is represented by disc mechanisms "in a circle", while the front ones are additionally equipped with a ventilation system.

The manufacturer did not forget about the Symmetric AWD all-wheel drive technology, supplemented by the electronic torque distribution function and the Astive Torque Vectoring thrust vector control imitation technology, which migrated here from the Subaru WRX STI sports sedan.

Safety of the new Subaru Legacy 2018

The updated Subaru Legacy is armed with a wide range of modern assistants and systems responsible for the safety of passengers:

Two frontal and a pair of side airbags + curtain airbags for all riders;
Airbag in the area of the driver's knees;
ABS system;
Deceleration force distribution technology;
Emergency Stop Assistant;
Braking priority system;
Active torque control function;
SI-Drive system;
Assistant when starting to move on a slope;
Era Glonass system;
Electronic immobilizer;
Hand brake electric drive;
Tire pressure tracking technology;
Auto-lock function of doors at the start of driving;
Blind spot tracking function;
Cruise control;
Technology for reading the markings and monitoring transversely moving objects when driving in reverse;
Parking assistant;
Disc brakes on both axles (front with ventilation), etc.

As mentioned earlier, in the production of the body, the manufacturer made more extensive use of ultra-strong steel, which made it possible to increase its rigidity and, accordingly, safety.

Options and price of the 2018 Subaru Legacy

In the domestic market, Subaru Legacy is offered in two versions - Elegance and Premium ES, where the price of the basic version starts at 2.069 million rubles. (about 33.77 thousand dollars).

The list of standard equipment includes:

3.5-inch trip computer display;
Starlink multimedia complex with 8 ”screen, Bluetooth function and 4 speakers;
Folding second row of seats (60:40 ratio);
Look back camera;
System of keyless start of the power plant and access to the salon;
Multifunctional steering wheel;
Heated seats of the first and second row;
Power driver's seat;
2-zone climate control;
Rain sensor / light sensor;
Light alloy pedal inserts;
Two frontal and a pair of side airbags + curtain airbags for all riders;
Knee airbag for the driver;
ABS, BOS, BA, EBD, ATV and DVC systems;
Era-Glonass system;
Electronic immobilizer;
Automatic door locking function at the start of driving;
Wheel tire pressure monitoring sensors;
LED headlights, DRL and fog lights;
Headlight washers;
Cornering light function;
Power windows for all doors and exterior mirrors;
Tinted glass of the rear doors and glass of the tailgate;
Leather trim for seats, steering wheel and gearshift knob;
Light-alloy rollers R18 and more.

In the top-end equipment Premium ES (price from 2.219 million rubles), the list of equipment is replenished:

Electrically operated sunroof;
5-inch display of the on-board computer;
Navigation;
Interior mirror with auto-dimming function;
Technology for detecting objects in "dead" zones;
A system of information about a possible collision with cross-moving vehicles;
Lane change information system;
Cruise control;
Technology for assessing the fatigue of a person driving, and helping to keep the car within a given marking;
Pre-emergency gas pedal control technology, etc.

And for whom this is not enough, he can buy branded accessories.