1994 Subaru Legacy problems
The Subaru Legacy (Japanese: スバル・レガシィ, Hepburn: Subaru Regashi) is a mid-size car built by Japanese automobile manufacturer Subaru since 1989. The maker's flagship car, it is unique in its class for offering all-wheel drive as a standard feature, and Subaru's traditional boxer engine. The Legacy was sold as the Liberty in Australia out of deference to Legacy Australia, an organisation dedicated to caring for the families of military service veterans.
In 1996, a variant of the Legacy with heightened suspension called the Legacy Outback was introduced to compete in the burgeoning sport-utility vehicle class and proved to be a sales success for Subaru. The Outback line was split into its own model in 2008, known as the Subaru Outback.
As of 2008, 3.6 million Legacy models have been built since its 1989 introduction.
Production of the Legacy ended in Japan in June 2020, with the sixth-generation Legacy being the last model produced and marketed in Japan. Subaru of America announced in an internal email that 2025 will be the last model year for the Subaru Legacy. The Subaru Outback will remain in production, after being the company's top selling model in 2023.
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Common 1994 Subaru Legacy problems
The Subaru Legacy, particularly the 1994 model, is known for its reliability and impressive gas mileage. However, like any vehicle, it can experience certain issues over time. Here are some common problems reported by owners of the Subaru Legacy 1994:
- Head Gasket Issues: While the first generation Legacy had stellar reliability, the second generation, which includes the 1994 model, has a tendency for head gasket failures. This issue is caused by the coolant becoming pressurized and can lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly.
- Excessive Oil Consumption: Several model years of the Legacy, including the 1994 model, have struggled with excessive oil consumption. This can lead to increased maintenance costs and the need for more frequent oil changes.
- Infotainment System Errors: Some owners of the 1994 Legacy have reported issues with the infotainment system, including radio controls and display screen freezing or refusing to turn off. While these issues can be frustrating, they are typically covered by warranty.
- Burnt-Out Headlights: Another common issue reported by owners of the Subaru Legacy is burnt-out headlights. This can be a safety hazard and may require frequent replacement of the headlight bulbs.
- Engine Failure: In rare cases, the 1994 Legacy may experience engine failure, which can be a costly repair. This issue is typically associated with loud knocking noises and vibrations before failure.
While these issues can be concerning, it's important to note that the Subaru Legacy has a reputation for reliability and many owners have reported few or no issues with their vehicles. Additionally, many of these issues are covered by warranty and can be addressed by a qualified mechanic.
What is the most common problem with the Subaru Legacy?
Top Subaru Legacy Problems
- Cooling System Problems Cause Head Gasket Failure. ...
- Subaru Front O2 Sensor Recall. ...
- Failure in ABS causes pump to run continuously and wear down battery. ...
- Failure in ABS causes pump to run continuously and wear down battery. ...
- Engine Oil May Leak From Camshaft/Crankshaft Front Seals.
What are the most reliable years for a Subaru Legacy?
For the most reliable Subaru Legacy year in this lineup, we recommend picking up the 2006 and 2007 model years due to their excellent reliability ratings and fuel economy. Both 2006 and 2007 Subaru Legacy models received the “Seal of Awesome” award from CarComplaints.com.
Is the Subaru Legacy engine reliable?
Is the Subaru Legacy Reliable? The Subaru Legacy has gotten high scores for its reliability. RepairPal gave the Subaru an overall score of 3.5 out of 5. The Legacy also has good gas mileage, with owners claiming that it can consistently achieve 30MPG.
How long do Subaru Legacy engines last?
200,000 miles
The Lifespan of Subaru Engines and Safety Technology
Engine Lifespan: Subaru engines are known for their durability and longevity, with many drivers reporting engines that last well beyond 200,000 miles with proper maintenance.
What is the most common problem with the Subaru Legacy?
Top Subaru Legacy Problems
- Cooling System Problems Cause Head Gasket Failure. ...
- Subaru Front O2 Sensor Recall. ...
- Failure in ABS causes pump to run continuously and wear down battery. ...
- Failure in ABS causes pump to run continuously and wear down battery. ...
- Engine Oil May Leak From Camshaft/Crankshaft Front Seals.
Is the Subaru Legacy a reliable car?
The Subaru Legacy Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 16th out of 24 for midsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $563 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average, and major issues are less frequent than average, so major repairs are not common for the Legacy.
How long will a 1997 Subaru Legacy last?
I have a '97 legacy wagon that just rolled over 300K. I fully expect to get at least another 100K out of it. I also have a '98 Forester that's got 205K miles. If you take care of them and service them regularly, they'll outlast almost anything on the road.
How long do Subaru Legacy engines last?
200,000 miles
The Lifespan of Subaru Engines and Safety Technology
Engine Lifespan: Subaru engines are known for their durability and longevity, with many drivers reporting engines that last well beyond 200,000 miles with proper maintenance.
1994 Subaru Legacy car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Subaru Legacy problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seat belts problems
- Power train problems
- Air bags problems
- Service brakes problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1994 Subaru Legacy vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1994 Subaru Legacy
The NHTSA has received 63 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1994 Subaru Legacy. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1994 Subaru Legacy vehicles.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-04
- VIN: 4S3BC633XR9
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: A FEW MONTHS AGO, MY SON WAS DRIVING MY OLDER SUBARU AND SAID THE BRAKES WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR WHEN HE APPLIED THEM NOT FAR FROM HOME. HE PUMPED THEM AND SLOW CREPT HOME WITH THE CAR. I FOUND A RUSTED OUT LEAK AT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE CONNECTION LOCATION NEAR THE FRAME ON THE SIDE OF THE GAS TANK. I JUST SAW THERE WERE A NUMBER OF RECALLS FOR THIS EXACT SAME PROBLEM. I HAVE NEVER RECEIVED OR SAW ONE BEFORE. ARE THEY STILL VALATE? WHOM DO I CONTACT FOR SERVICE IF SO? MY SON WAS JUST LUCKY HE WASN'T ON A HIGHWAY!
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-08-22
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE RETRACTABLE MECHANIZED SHOULDER HARNESS DOES NOT WORK.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-06-19
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I WILL BE ACCELERATING AT ANY MPH AND THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY TURN ITSELF OFF. THE BATTERY IS STILL POWERING THE CAR (RADIO PLAYING, LIGHTS ON), BUT THE ENGINE WILL BE COMPLETELY STOPPED. STEERING AND BRAKES WILL BOTH LOCK AND REQUIRE MUSCLING IN ORDER TO GET TO THE ROADSIDE AND STOP THE CAR. THIS HAS OCCURRED 4 TIMES SINCE THE DATE GIVEN (6/09). THE FIRST TIME WAS ON THE INTERSTATE AND WAS A VERY CLOSE CALL. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-09-01
- VIN: 4S3BJ6336P7
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 1994 SUBARU LEGACY TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF 1ST GEAR. AFTER CAR WARMS UP, WITHIN A SHORT DISTANCE THE TRANSMISSION FAILS ALTOGETHER AND THE CAR WILL NOT MOVE. AFTER A COOLING OFF PERIOD, THE CAR WILL PROCEED FOR A SHORT DURATION. THIS IS APPARENTLY A COMMON ISSUE DUE TO DESIGN DEFICIENCIES CAUSING AN OVER HEATING AND COMPONENT FAILURE. IT IS NOT CORRECTED YET. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-18
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL PUMP WIRING SHORTED OUT IN THE GAS TANK. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-23
- VIN: 4S3BC6326R9
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING FOR APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS ALSO LEAKING EXHAUST FUMES, WHICH CAUSED HER TO HAVE HEADACHES. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH IN DRY WEATHER, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER WITHOUT CRASHING. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 142,000. UPDATED 02-14-08. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED HAVE SINCE SOLD THE VEHICLE TO D AUTO 214-629-0941 BUT WISHES TO PURSUE HEALTH DAMAGE IN RESPIRATORY AND MENTAL ANGUISH. UPDATED 02/14/08 *TR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-17
- VIN: 4S3BG6854T7
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DT: 1994 SUBARU LEGACY L ALL WHEEL DRIVE, THE MOTORIZED SEAT BELT BROKE. THE SEAT BELT IS CONNECTED TO THE DOOR, AND WHEN CLOSING THE DOOR THE MOTORIZED SEAT BELT WILL NOT RUN THE TRACK TO BE IN THE PROPER POSITION FOR SAFETY. THIS IS ON THE SHOULDER PORTION OF THE SEAT BELT. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE LAP BELT ALONE IS NOT SAFE USE. HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER, AND THEY TOLD THE CONSUMER THERE IS NO RECALL ON THE SEAT BELT, AND THE MOTORIZED SEAT BELT WAS ONLY UNDER WARRANTY FOR 3 YEARS. THE COST TO REPLACE THE MOTOR OF THE SEAT BELT IS AT LEAST $400. THERE HAVE BEEN OTHERS WITH THIS SEAT BELT MOTOR PROBLEM. BASED ON WHAT THE MANUFACTURER TOLD THE CONSUMER THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING TO THE MOTOR GOING OUT, NO NOISES, AND NO INDICATOR LIGHTS, IT JUST STOPPED WORKING. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-10
- Fire: 1
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY, DRIVER OBSERVED SMOKE COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER EXITED SAFELY, AND OBSERVED FLAMES COMING FROM THE AREA UNDER THE REAR OF THE CAR (STATION WAGON BODY, AWD MODEL) ABOVE THE DIFFERENTIAL AND NEAR THE GAS TANK. RESPONDERS QUENCHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS EXAMINED AND FOUND THAT THE WIRING FOR THE FUEL PUMP HAD THE INSULATION MELTED OFF, THE FUEL PUMP GASKET WAS COMPRIMISED, AND THERE WAS EVIDENCE OF FLAMES HAVING BEEN IN THE AREA. FURTHER INVESTIGATION FOUND THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN SHORT DISTANCES, THE DIFFERENTIAL BECAME "RED HOT". THE AXLE WAS REPLACED, AND THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES ON BOTH INTERSTATES AND SECONDARY ROADS, AFTER WHICH THE DIFFERETIAL WAS SEEN SMOKING FROM THE HEAT THAT HAD BUILT UP. THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE AXLE A SECOND TIME, WITH THE SAME OVERHEATING OBSERVED. IT IS THE MECHANICS' OPINION THAT THE INITIAL FIRE WAS CAUSED BY THE OVERHEATING DIFFERETIAL. FURTHER, HIS RESEARCH INDICATES THAT THE OVERHEATING IS CAUSED BY A FAULTY CLUTCH PACK AND SELENOID IN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-02-11
- VIN: 4S3BC6533R7
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WE HAVE A 1994 SUBARU LEGACY. WHEN THE CAR WAS OUT OR WARRANTY, THE DRIVER SIDE RETRACTABLE SHOULDER HARNESS BROKE. WE COMPLAINED TO SUBARU AND THEY FIXED IT AT NO COST TO US IN 1999. IT WASN'T WORKING AGIAN AND WE PAID TO HAVE IT FIXED IN 2000.ABOUT ONE YEAR AGO IT BROKE AGAIN. THE SHOULDER HARNESS WOULD NOT RETRACT. WE WERE TOLD BY SUBARU THEY WOULD NOT HELP US. NOW WE FIND OUT THAT IT IS A TICKETABLE OFFENSE NOT TO HAVE A SHOULDER HARNESS. THERE IS A LAP BLET AND AN AIR BAG. SO WE CALLED SABARU AND THEY TOLD US THEY WOULD BE REPONSIBLE FOR 50% OF THE BILL. WE WENT TO THE SUBARU DEALER YESTERDAY AND WAS TOLD THAT IT WOULD BE $1140 TO FIX IT. WE FEEL THAT IS AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT FOR A SAFETY ITEM. I CALLED THEM BACK AND THEY WILL NOT HELP ME OUT. THIS SAFETY BELT IS POORLY DESIGNED AND THEY HAVE ADMITTED AND REDESIGNED IT IN FUTURE MODELS. OUR BELT AUTOMATICALLY RETRACTS WHEN YOU TURN ON THE CAR AND HAS A CABLE AND A MOTOR. THERE IS ALSO A FEDERAL LAW THAT SAFTEY BELTS ARE GUARENTEED FOR LIFE. EVEN THE LAP BELT ON THIS VEHICLE NEEDS REPLACEMENT AS THE STICHING IS COMING OUT. *AK WE WOULD LIKE SOME HELP IN MALKING SUBARU RESPONSIBLE FOR OUR SAFETY WHILE WE ARE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE. ELLEN GOLDBERG
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-06-01
- VIN: 4S3BJ6339R6
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: MOTORIZED SEATBELT IS STUCK IN ONE POSITION. MOTOR STILL RUNS UPON OPENING/CLOSING OF CAR DOOR, BUT BELT DOES NOT MOVE IN TRACK. TWO FEET OF TRACK CABLE HAS FALLEN OUT OF ITS HOUSING.*AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-03-02
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT SLIDING RETRACTOR WILL NOT MOVE, MAKING USE OF THIS SEAT BELT INOPERABLE,
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-22
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 4S3BF6337R7
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: VEHICLE CONSUMED BY FIRE. FIRE INSPECTOR'S REPORT ATTRIBUTES CAUSE TO POWER STEERING HOSE SEPARATION AT PUMP.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-22
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 4S3BF6337R7
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: SPONTANEOUS EXPLOSION AND FIRE DESTROYING 1994 SUBARU AND DAMAGING ANOTHER CAR AND ADJACENT HOME. FIRE INSPECTOR ASSESSED CAUSE AS RUPTURED POWER STEERING HOSE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-15
- VIN: 4S3BC6331R1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I WAS STOPPED AT A LIGHT IT FELT LIKE MY CAR WAS ROLLING BACK, SO I APPLIED MY BRAKE AND THE AIR BAG WENT OFF. THE CAR HAS BEEN TESTED THREE TIMES AT THE REQUEST OF SABARU CORP. TO SEE WHAT WENT WRONG, THEY CAN NOT FIND THE REASON, THERE WAS NO COLLISION, THE CAR STARTS AND RUNS, I WAS TOLD IT SHOULD NOT DO THIS. THEY WANT ME TO PAY $500.00 OF THE $1000 TO REPAIR IT AND I DON'T FEEL THAT I SHOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR SOMETHING THAT WAS NOT MY FAULT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-05-01
- VIN: 4S4BJ65CXR7
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-08
- VIN: 4S3BJ6330R6
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING HEARD A BANG THAT CAME FROM THE LEFT FRONT TIRE. THEN, COULD HEAR A CLOCKING NOISE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, WHERE THEY FOUND OUT THAT COIL SPRING WAS BROKEN JUST LIKE MENTIONED IN RECALL 01 V 216 000. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: BECAUSE THE SEAT BELT DOES NOT RETRACT AUTOMATICALLY I HAVE TO CLIMB UNDER THE SHOLDER BELT WHEN GETING IN AND OUT OF THE VEHICLE I WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THET THE SAFE OPERATION OF A MAJOR ITEM REQUIRED BY LAW WOULD HAVE TO BE SERVICEABLE FOR THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE NOT AS IN THIS CASE THE HALF LIFE. *AK
PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-10-10
- VIN: 4S3BJ6331R6
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THE PARKING BRAKE RELASE BUTTON BROKE, DUE TO BEING MADE OF PLASTIC. *YD
PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-10-10
- VIN: 4S3BJ6331R6
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THE PARKING BRAKE RELASE BUTTON BROKE, DUE TO BEING MADE OF PLASTIC. *YD
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-10-11
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4S3BC633049
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH ON A TWO LANE HIGHWAY AND THERE WAS CONSTRUCTION ON THE ROAD. THERE WAS A SUDDEN STOP IN FRONT OF THE LANE. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS THIRD IN A THREE CAR ACCIDENT. SHE WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT DIDN'T HOLD . SHE HIT STEERING WHEEL. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. ALSO, AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY.*AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-12-10
- VIN: 4F3BJ6337R6
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SHOULDER BELT FOR THE DRIVER'S RESTRAINT BELT SYSTEM IS STUCK IN AN UNUSABLE POSITION AND WILL NOT MOVE ALONG THE TRACK. DEALERSHIP INFORMED CONSUMER HOW MUCH REPAIRS WOULD RUN, AND THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED.*AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE WIRE WHICH PULLS THE MOVABLE PART IS OFF THE TRACK AND HANGING, IT FAILED COMPLETELY SOMETIME IN JUNE OF 2001. *SLC
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-03
- VIN: 4S3BJ6337R6
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING UNDER WINTER WEATHER CONDITIONS VEHICLE WAS MAKING NOISES AND HANDLING IMPROPERLY. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT FRONT COIL SPRINGS WERE BROKEN. *AK CONSUMER FEELS THAT DUE TO IMPROPER SPRINGS THE FOLLOWING ALSO HAD TO BE REPLACED, SHOCKS, SHAFTS, STABILIZING LINKS, AND BEARINGS. *SLC
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-17
- VIN: 4S3BC6331R9
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVER SIDE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILED IN TRACK WILL NOT MOVE IN EITHER DIRECTION, TRACK CABLE PROTRUDES FROM TRACK. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-12-19
- Fire: 1
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FLAME SHOOTING OUT OF FILLER NECK UPON TAKEN OFF GAS CAP. MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER TO TAKE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER. DEALER CLAIMED THAT NOTHING COULD BE FOUND, AND DEALER'S TECHNICIAN INFORMED CONSUMER THAT STATIC FROM CONSUMER'S HAND MAY HAVE TRIGGERED FLAMES. PLEASE FILL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-09-04
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Number Of Deaths: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: MY FIANCEE WAS KILLED WHEN HIS CAR WAS INVOLVED IN A ROLL OVER ACCIDENT DUE TO TREAD SEPARATION ON A FIRESTONE TIRE. *AK (TIRESIZE: P185/70R14)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P185/70R14 )
Negative 1994 Subaru Legacy car reviews
Positive 1994 Subaru Legacy car reviews
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This car has been incredibly reliable, even at 160,000 miles. It's still going strong and reaching 200,000 miles is definitely achievable. It's a safe, economical, and dependable car.
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I just sold this car, four years later than I had anticipated. When I bought it in '96, my goal was to get four good years out of it and then purchase another used car. I must say, Subaru deserves credit for giving us eight good years with this high quality, dependable car. The engine is a powerful Quad 4 and the luxuries inside the car make it a joy to drive. I have always liked the looks of the '94 in particular, with their stainless steel door handles, one of those little things that make a certain car unique. Don't ever overlook a Subaru. They are one of the most reliable cars on the road and a great buy in used cars.
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I got this car last year and it's built like a tank! Although there are some rattles in the doors and tailgate (interior quality is the only area where Subaru trails Toyota and Honda), it rides smoothly and quietly. The 2.2 F4 engine is loud but super smooth through the rev range and hits redline so fast in 1st gear that I don't always shift in time. The shifter is a bit balky, but it may be due to the original clutch. The paint and alloys still look great, and the seat fabric is comfortable. It's an L model, but it's loaded up with heated seats/mirrors, cruise control, and power everything. The AWD has saved my butt at least once (although its weight saps performance and fuel economy). I would recommend the Subaru to anyone wanting to drive something different than those pesky Camrys and Accords.
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The car has been trouble-free for the first 100,000 miles, with only the rear shocks and front struts needing replacement. Although the AC is starting to fade, the car still looks and rides well.
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This car rolls on & on... and it's been the most reliable car I've had, right up there with my old Volvo 240. I really think Subaru deserves more recognition for building such rock-solid cars that function so well. Every component is of such high quality... and even almost 10 years later, the styling still looks great. I plan on driving this car until it finally gives up.
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Santiago Jerde 2024-06-17
Wow, this car has some serious power for its age and humble appearance! The acceleration is excellent. Although the clutch could use some improvement and there are some chronic CV boot/axle problems, overall it's a solid car that you can rely on.
Paolo Fay 2024-03-13
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with my 93 AWD wagon. I've had it for a few years now and put 45K miles on it. It's been such a reliable and safe car to own, until recently when the ECU and Ignitor went out and the car died suddenly. Unfortunately, the replacement cost was $1900, but other than that expensive problem, I've had not one issue with it. Overall, it's been a pleasure to own!
Larue Jakubowski 2024-02-22
I really appreciate this car. It's so reliable and always gets me to where I need to go. The AWD is fantastic, especially during the slippery winters here in MN. Even in -20 degree weather, it starts up without any issues. While I did have to replace the front CV joints twice, the engine has never given me any trouble. The gas mileage was a bit lower than I expected, around 19 mpg in the city, but it's still a fun car to drive even if it's not the fastest.
Rogers Pollich 2024-01-21
This sedan is incredibly reliable, even after being in an accident it still drives well. While the performance and styling may not be the most impressive, it's a great car for a high school or college student and will get you around without any issues.