Subaru Legacy BL
A refined, all-wheel-drive executive saloon powered by a high-revving naturally aspirated boxer engine.
- Power
- 165 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.2 s
- Top speed
- 133 mph
About the Subaru Legacy BL
The fourth-generation 'BL' Subaru Legacy represented a significant move upmarket, featuring a sleeker design and a more premium interior than its predecessors. The 2.0R trim introduced the EJ204 engine, a naturally aspirated DOHC unit that replaced the older SOHC engines, offering a more spirited, high-revving character. It retains Subaru's signature Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, providing excellent grip and balance that few contemporary rivals could match. While not as fast as the turbocharged GT models, the 2.0R is praised for its sharp handling, mechanical purity, and understated aesthetic.
Subaru Legacy BL specs
The Subaru Legacy BL produces 165 bhp (123 kW) and 187 Nm (138 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.2 seconds and has a top speed of 133 mph (214 km/h).
| Make | Subaru |
|---|---|
| Model | Legacy |
| Generation | BL |
| Trim | 2.0R |
| Years | 2003–2009 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.0-litre flat-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,994 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 165 bhp (123 kW) at 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 187 Nm (138 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.2 s |
| Top speed | 133 mph (214 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,370 kg (3,020 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 120 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Subaru Legacy BL rarity in CarSpot
The Subaru Legacy BL is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Subaru Legacy BL fun facts
- The BL generation Legacy was designed under the guidance of Andreas Zapatinas, who previously worked at Alfa Romeo and Fiat.
- The 2.0R's EJ204 engine features an unusually high redline for a non-performance executive saloon, peaking at 6,800 rpm.
- This generation of Legacy won the prestigious Japan Car of the Year award for 2003-2004, a first for Subaru.
