Subaru Legacy BM
Subaru's understated flagship, blending boxer balance with symmetrical all-wheel drive.
- Power
- 150 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.0 s
- Top speed
- 130 mph
About the Subaru Legacy BM
The fifth-generation Subaru Legacy (BM) marked a significant shift toward a larger, more refined executive profile, prioritising cabin space and ride comfort over the raw rally-bred character of its predecessors. In the UK, the 2.0i SE trim offered a well-appointed interior with leather upholstery and dual-zone climate control, though the saloon body style was eventually phased out in favour of the more popular Tourer. Its defining feature remains the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, which provides consistent grip and stability that few front-wheel-drive rivals in the D-segment can match. While the naturally aspirated 2.0-litre boxer engine is not a powerhouse, its low centre of gravity contributes to a composed and predictable handling balance.
Subaru Legacy BM specs
The Subaru Legacy BM produces 150 bhp (112 kW) and 196 Nm (145 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.0 seconds and has a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).
| Make | Subaru |
|---|---|
| Model | Legacy |
| Generation | BM |
| Trim | 2.0i SE |
| Years | 2009–2014 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.0-litre flat-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,994 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 150 bhp (112 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 196 Nm (145 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.0 s |
| Top speed | 130 mph (210 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,495 kg (3,296 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 100 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Subaru Legacy BM rarity in CarSpot
The Subaru Legacy BM 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
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Subaru Legacy BM fun facts
- The fifth-generation Legacy was the first to feature framed door windows, departing from the frameless design that had been a Subaru hallmark for decades.
- The 2.0i SE petrol model was one of the few variants in the UK range to offer a traditional six-speed manual gearbox alongside the Lineartronic CVT.
- Despite its executive aspirations, the Legacy BM maintained a perfect five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, bolstered by its high-strength ring-shaped reinforcement frame.