2012 Subaru Legacy

Reflecting Subaru's focus on value, the 2012 Subaru Legacy remains priced similarly to its primary front-wheel drive midsize competitors. The 2012 Legacy continues is available in 4-cylinder, 4-cylinder turbo and 6-cylinder performance levels, with the 4-cylinder/Lineartronic CVT (continuously variable transmission) combination delivering an EPA-rated 31 mpg highway. Standard, Premium and Limited trim lines are offered, with the turbocharged 2.5GT model available exclusively in Limited form. The 2012 Legacy models continue with the 'Top Safety Pick' rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). New for 2012, the Legacy 2.5i base model offers a new Alloy Wheel Package that includes 16-in. alloy wheels, fog lights and the All-Weather Package (2-stage heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors and windshield wiper de-icer). Previously, the All-Weather Package was available only on the Legacy Premium, where it remains optional, and Limited, where it remains standard. On Limited models, fog lights are now standard for 2012. New Legacy Audio Choices for 2012 The Legacy line offers two new audio choices for 2012. In the 2.5i and 3.6R Premium models, the new standard audio system includes AM/FM stereo, single-disc CD player with Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity and audio streaming, Radio Data Broadcast System (RDBS), iPod control capability, USB port, 3.5mm aux. input jack and 6 speakers. In addition, the vehicle comes pre-wired for XM / Sirius Satellite Radio, which is available as a dealer accessory and requires a subscription. Newly standard for the 2012 Legacy 2.5i and 3.6R Limited models and optional for the Premium models is a new harman/kardon display-type audio system that includes all of the versatility and connectivity features in the Premium models' new standard audio system (described in previous paragraph) and adds a 4.3-inch LCD display, HD Radio, standard XM Satellite Radio and plays through 9 harman/kardon speakers, including a subwoofer. All factory-equipped models with XM Satellite Radio receive an additional free month of the XM Select package. Three Levels of Legacy Performance The 2012 Legacy features three powertrain choices: Legacy 2.5i models are powered by a 170-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Boxer engine (with available PZEV rating) and equipped with a standard 6-speed manual transmission or the Lineartronic CVT (continuously variable transmission). The CVT is standard in the 2.5i Limited. The Legacy 2.5GT Limited is powered by a 265-hp turbocharged / intercooled DOHC 4-cylinder Boxer engine teamed exclusively with a 6-speed manual transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com) The Legacy 3.6R models are powered by a 256-hp 3.6-liter 6-cylinder Boxer engine and are exclusively equipped with a 5-speed electronic automatic transmission.

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