DecodedCars2025 Subaru Legacy
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan, GT 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 182–260 hp
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 27 city / 35 hwy
- Length
- 191.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,541–3,788 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Strong performanceUp to 260 hp, versus about 200 hp for similar 2025 models.
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 16 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Subaru Legacy is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 191 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,541 lb (4dr Sedan).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (27 city / 35 highway), 0% better than the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG, for an estimated $2,250 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 Legacy — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Legacy →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Lafayette, Indiana
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2025 Legacy configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan | 191.3 in | 72.4 in | 59.1 in | 108.3 in | 62.2 / 63.4 in | 3,541 lb | |
| GT 4dr Sedan | 191.3 in | 72.4 in | 59.1 in | 108.3 in | 62.2 / 63.4 in | 3,788 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 / 35 / 30 | 0% | $2,250 | 295 |
| Legacy AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | -13% | $2,600 | 337 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru Legacy 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 10.1% |
Similar 2025 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru Legacy (this car) | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla | 50 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 Honda Civic | 49 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 Honda Accord | 48 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Toyota Crown | 41 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Toyota Camry | 51 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2025 Hyundai Elantra | 54 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Subaru Legacy.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2025 Subaru Legacy is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Subaru Legacy buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Engine — 3 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Service Brakes — 1 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Engine And Engine Cooling — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 1,500 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Subaru Legacy. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Legacy years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Legacy | 30 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 17 |
| 2023 Legacy | 30 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 10 |
| 2022 Legacy | 30 | 190.6 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 34 |
| 2021 Legacy | 30 | 190.6 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 31 |
| 2020 Legacy | 30 | 190.6 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 121 |
| 2019 Legacy | 29 | 189 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 123 |
| 2018 Legacy | 29 | 189 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 117 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Subaru. How we calculate this →