The 2017 Subaru Legacy Near Lafayette LA is a real contender in the hotly contested midsize sedan market. While it was once a niche vehicle, the Legacy now offers the fuel economy, rear legroom, and tech features common in other class-leading vehicles. The EyeSight driver assistance feature adds reassurance for a slight additional cost, and both engine sizes are fuel-efficient. Although it is now offered in other vehicles, the Subaru Legacy is still a top choice for those who visit Subaru dealers in Lafayette looking for a sedan with all-wheel drive.
New Additions for 2017
The Legacy gets a new trim line this year: the Sport, which sits between the middle-of-the-road Premium and the top-of-the-line Limited. New upgrades include high beam assistance on the Limited model with EyeSight, as well as auto reverse braking.
Behind-the-Wheel Impressions
Like other Subaru vehicles, the 2017 Subaru Legacy gets its power from a boxer engine, where pistons are parallel to the road rather than in a vertical or V configuration. This puts the engine's weight lower in the vehicle, giving it nimble handling for its size. The standard four-cylinder, 2.5L engine offers power comparable to other vehicles in the class, but the CVT provides more responsiveness than is normally expected from a 175hp powerplant. For those who need more power, the 3.6L V6 engine puts out 256hp—which is more than enough for city driving. Speaking of that, the Legacy is quite and comfortable for around-town use, and it handles well in the corners.
36 MPG and All-Wheel Drive: An Unbeatable Combination
Great fuel economy and all-wheel drive typically don't come as a package, but the Legacy is a notable exception. Thanks to features like grille shutters that automatically close and a highly advanced CVT, the four-cylinder Legacy achieves a respectable 36 mpg on the highway.
Lead Vehicle Notification System
City driving can be difficult, particularly when traffic is backed up. Drivers often encounter trouble when they're doing other things while waiting in traffic and the light turns green. With the Legacy's Lead Vehicle Alert system, drivers are warned when the car in front has moved—which can save everyone from frustration during a traffic jam.
On the Inside
The 2017 Subaru Legacy Near Lafayette LA offers a comfortable, practical, and useful cabin for five passengers. The center stack features a 6.2" touchscreen infotainment system and a rearview camera, and the Sport edition comes with a two-tone, carbon fiber and black trim. There's ample passenger space for everyone and a staggering 15 cubic feet of cargo room. The controls are intuitive and include a multitouch command screen and easy phone pairing. The driver gets more than sufficient lumbar support, and rear seat passengers get a generous amount of legroom. On the Limited trim level, the rear seats are even heated.
A Look at the Outside
The Legacy has hit its stride as far as styling is concerned, and while its conservative looks aren't flashy, they will still look great in a few years. The Sport model, with its gloss black fog light housings, darkened front grille, and 18" alloys, is suitably restrained. From the rear, V6s are distinguished by their dual exhaust outlets made of stainless steel. All 2017 Legacy models have great visibility because of thoughtful additions such as the small window beneath the A-pillar.
Standard Equipment
The base model 2017 Legacy has a 2.5L, four-cylinder engine paired with an AWD system. Also standard are a 6.2" touchscreen infotainment system that comes with SiriusXM satellite radio, iHeartRadio integration, Pandora, HD radio, as well as USB and Bluetooth inputs. There are other extras such as cruise control, a parking brake, and the aforementioned backup camera. However, the 2.5i Premium offers additional creature comforts such as a power adjustable driver's seat, heated front seats, an upgraded infotainment system, and dual climate controls.
Options
As with most of today's vehicles, options are divided according to trim level. With the 2.5i Premium as a starting point, the following trim level is the Sport, which adds exterior and interior features. The Limited model includes leather seating and most options from other trim lines, and it has an available 3.6L V6 engine. Other add-ons include the EyeSight collision avoidance system, a navigation system, and a moonroof on the Sport and Premium models.
Power
The boxer-style engine is more than a novelty, as the configuration cuts down on vibration and lowers the vehicle's center of gravity for a more road-ready feel. The CVT (continuously variable transmission) uses special shift algorithms to mimic the feel of a conventional automatic gearbox. The four-cylinder 2.5L engine gets up to 36 mpg on the highway, and both engine options run comfortably on regular gasoline.
The Legacy's conservative styling isn't a real attention-getter, but it is timeless enough so that it won't look dated in a few years. To learn more about the Legacy, call us at (888) 486-3576 or visit Subaru Dealers Near Lafayette LA.
