2015 Subaru Legacy Goes On Sale

2015 Subaru Legacy model has been completely redesigned and is currently going on sale. It mixes an excellent interior and exterior design, with safety technology and higher fuel efficiency. The new Legacy 2.5i comes standard with Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with manual mode and paddle shift control switches. It also boasts Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. The powerplant delivers 175 horsepower (129 kW) but remains to offer impressive fuel economy of 26 city/36 highway mpg.

Active and passive safety features now include driver and front passenger seat cushion airbags. LED clearance lights and tail light elements, a Welcome Lighting feature is also new on all trim levels. Legacy 2.5i also sports Infotainment System with 6.2" single-touch gesture and high resolution display, Subaru STARLINK, AM/FM Stereo HD Radio with single-disc CD Player, Aha and Pandora, Bluetooth audio-streaming and hands-free phone connectivity, Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS), iPod Control and iTunes Tagging capabilities, USB Port, Auxiliary Input Jack, 4-speakers, and a Rear Glass Audio Antenna.

The next trim level is the 2.5i Premium which adds All-Weather Package, Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control System, 10-way power driver's seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift handle, and an illuminated overhead console and front door pull handles. Here the upgraded Infotainment System features 7" multi-touch gesture and high resolution display, Bluetooth hands-free SMS text messaging connectivity, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, dual USB ports, 6-speakers, roof mounted satellite radio, and a vehicle information display.

As an option a moonroof package can be added to this trim level. Furthermore, Legacy 2.5i Premium offers available driver assist technologies such as Subaru Eyesight, Blind Spot Detection (BSD) with Lane Change Assist (LCA), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).

Next is the Legacy 2.5i Limited which adds Perforated Leather-Trimmed Upholstery, stylish 18-inch Alloy Wheels, Harman/Kardon Surround 12-speaker system and 576-watt Amplifier, 10-way power driver's seat with two-position memory, dual-mode heated rear seat backs and cushions, Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection System, exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals, fog lights, woodgrain-pattern accent trim, and center console rear A/C outlets.

Option Packages here include Moonroof Package, Keyless Access & Push-Button Start, Navigation and EyeSight technology. These packages can be also added to the Legacy 3.6R Limited, which is the last and flagship of the sedan line-up.

It include High-Torque Continuously Variable Transmission for its 256 horsepower (188 kW) 3.6 liter, 6-cylinder Boxer engine. Here, the fuel efficiency is estimated at 20 city/29 highway/23 combined mpg. HID low beam headlights with automatic height adjustment control, dual/stainless tips exhaust are also standard.

2015 Subaru Legacy models will be available at dealerships this summer.

Subaru Legacy (2015)

Source: Subaru