2020 Subaru Legacy Takes an Upscale Turn | MotorWeek Road Test 

Super comfortable ride with decent power. Update now allows you to turn off start stop feature on main screen. You get so much for your money and is very affordable.

Am I the only one that hates how car makers are basically shoving an iPad in the center console?

Subarus are always criticized for their bland styling , but as the years go by they still look good , as other more " modern " looking cars look outdated .

I miss the 03'-09' Legacies. It was still a family sedan, but if you were lucky enough to get a 2.5GT spec.B it felt like a proper sports car.

When SUBARU makes another LEGACY 2.5GT WITHOUT A CVT, THE WORLD WILL BE HAPPY! STANDARD HP FOR THIS SHOULD BE 227 JUST A STANDARD WRX! FAIL, I PASS

Overall it looks like a winner for Subaru except for the CVT , and the engine start/stop feature.

They transformed Dad's sports midsize into Mom's executive car. : (

Nice presentation as always! IMHO, future used cars will be electronic nightmares!!!

70% (!) increase in torsional rigidity...what was it made of before, jello?

Lots to dislike here. Auto start/stop, mandatory CVT, mandatory eyesight, electronic parking brake, and touchscreen based HVAC controls. I’ll keep my 1999 Legacy GT thank you.

I work at a Subaru dealership and the new Legacy is selling....slowly. I really think Subaru should've gone a bit less conservative with this redesign. The redesign of the Outback works because it's an Outback. People like the fact that it didn't change much. For the Legacy, they needed to do more. The XT trim will chop off 2 seconds from that 0-60, FYI, if that matters to the buyer. It's a punchy engine.

Wow what an upgrade!! The Interior is very Volvo like, great job Subaru!!

Should have been added an option for 6-speed manual...

I have a 2012 Legacy 2.5i Premium w/6MT. Have had a new Legacy as a loaner when mine was in for recalls. I will say, the new interior is A LOT nicer. The materials, fit, and finish are noticeably better. But the CVT does, and always will, suck.

>more power >less fun Come on Subaru. Gimmie the car I want. Give me a spec b with manual 6 speed

This man is permanently stuck in a late night infomercial.

It turned into a nanny car, just great......

His voice, Takes me back to when I didn’t even have license!! & living at momma’s house 😆 GOOD TIMES. PS.. plan on buying 1 too. Maybe a Toyota TDR 😁

His voice has barely changed in 40 years.

So this is the end of Subaru because a CVT and no manual, come on give me a break.

If I wanna buy a legacy id rather stick to the good'ol BL5 Spec B!!

I was looking for a car. My Mom cannot get into or out of my Jeep. I looked at many cars, but none really caught my eye. I never even gave any thought to a Subaru. A friend suggested we check out where she bought her Crosstrek. I test-drove a Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, and lastly the Legacy. I admit that none of the vehicles interested me. I walked past the Legacy three times. I finally asked for the key so I can give that a test drive and a fair shake since I gave the others a chance. We went to my friend's parent's house and I had them try getting into and out of the car. They did so with ease, and the father is 6 feet tall and he was like this is very roomy, very comfortable, and the trunk fits a transport chair, a walker, and the rolling walker with a seat. On the drive back I decided to research this vehicle and I decided to buy it. After some negotiating, I have the car and I love it. The touch screen is nice, but there are way too many things that can cause driver distraction. I am used to most of the functions now and it is no big deal.

CVT makes this a no go for me.

Finally, it's beautiful now.

when I watch these videos I´m taken back to 1990

Good job... John Davis!

“Great bracket racer!!!” 👍👍👍😂😂😂Good one👍😂😂😂

The styling reminds me of the last generation refresh Accord all around. ✌

I wish if their was a way to motorweek to review on a video the STI S209

CVT is a deal breaker here!

Thumbs up for Mr. Davis. CVTs are a Non-starter for me.

Wasn’t a fan of the Robin Leech like narration but the exterior driving shots were very much appreciated.

My dream!

I had a previous generation legacy. Nice smooth riding car but totally boring. The turbo makes this more interesting but starting at 35k with that option is too expensive.

Lost me at no manual transmission only cvt. Ill keep my 05 Legacy GT 5spd Turbo.

The rear looks odd without a visible exhaust tip.

"no manual version, all are equipped with a CVT". Me.....Goodbye......

It's a shame Subaru uses CVT and spurns manual gearboxes, as, without this handicap, the cars would have enough uniqueness to be at the top of many potential buyers' lists.

About as quick as my 98 Accord V6

The safety nannies are great for people over 90 and kids under 17

Increase the ground clearance and sales would improve.

Still in search of a reason strong enough to understand why Japanese car companies still prefer CVTs.

I was considering purchasing a new Subaru Impreza. The reason it is no longer considered, is because of the weak 2.0 engine. I own a 2018 Impreza 5 door. My only complaint, is the weak engine. I wish Subaru would discontinue the 2.0. Replace it with the 2.5. The 2.5 gives,another 30 horses and same mpg. Now, we are considering the Legacy. I will stay true to Subaru. I also own a,2020 Forester Premium level. It is a great vehicle. I just need another new car. Looks like I need to settle on the legacy.

How the hell does the base version not use the same engine as the turbo model without the turbo? It’s a far superior engine than the 2.5.

I own an 06 Legacy GT (my 3rd) . This 2020 with the available XT model fails by offering only a CVT and no performance styling cues (other than exhaust pipes) to indicate it's anything but a mundane version. At LEAST put a functional hood scoop to give it some sporting looks.

That 8.3 seconds 0-60 mph is pretty optimistic. Other testers have shown it takes between 8.6 and 9.0 seconds for that speed, the slowest in the segment (Camry can do it in 7.9 seconds with the standard four). For short ramps on the Merritt Parkway in CT that won't work - you are stuck with the turbo.

The 2020 Subaru Legacy! A great car if you lack a pulse.

I dont see the new exterior as an improvement. It looks like the old one except with way more weird, awkward design.

I can't believe this is the same car that kicked off Subaru's rallying career, what a snooze fest. Manufacturers should really create new makes rather than ruining the cars we've grown to love and respect, in the name of sales taking a dump on what the car stood for. I would rather a car die off that's how you make a future classic unlike watering it down to utter nothingness😤😤😤😡😡😡😡😡

Car is good exactly what I wanted , a sedan . However , There is one issue I only noticed once I bought the car , The forced engine turn off when at light bs , Does anyone know how to solved that stupid forced issue ?

No manual transmission in all models? What a shame...

Huhhh, cvt,smh but I did expect it just hated hearing it.

Looks like the Chevy SS in the front.

CVTs are crap. I'll never buy a car with one.

I'll keep my EZ36D 5EAT thanks.

I see a lot of dudes driving these, surprisingly

Mandatory CVT and no 6 cylinder option? Crossing this one off the list.

You guys may not like the new design of the new Legacy but I do, I think it's a nice looking car and I don't care if there is no manual transmission, I don't know how to drive manual anyways.

Ugh... CVTs

CVT and a 0-60 at 8.3 seconds time means no buy!

Hate there’s no manual option. Bring back the old Subaru days

This thing is for a type F personality.

4k please

Subarus are great vehicles if you aren't planning to keep one over 80,000 to 90,000 miles. The engines begin having trouble about this time.

Subaru is not listing! No CVT on Turbo Engine ( XT and WRS) !!!! Save it for smaller engine.

Subaru’s styling doesn’t stand out amongst other car brands or even themselves. They are just boring bland generic styled maybe that’s the price you pay for safety and features🤷‍♂️? Oh and cvt transmissions are hot garbage.

Stopped watching when he said they were CVT-only

Too bad they killed the wagon model and then eliminated the manual transmission, all in favor of chasing stats.

Unfortunately subaru sells what the mayority of the american market demans .

This is an old man car for sure

Yawwwwnnn.... Next!!! Kia and Hyundai design better cars for the masses than Subi now these days.

@0:22 and @2:57 😂😂😂😂

YAWN 🥱 what a boring sedan with the most boring exterior, boring interior, boring CVT, lazy acceleration, and so on.

Everything was going well until CVT came into the picture. no thank you!! will look for something else!!

Old dizein best

Cvt is too slow for this turbo engine, Subaru will regret!

Good grief, that’s such horrible acceleration for the technology available today. Would be hard to put out the money for a car that crawls to highway speed slower than full-size trucks.

Subaru owner here. This puppy looks bland. 2015-19 actually looks better.

2020 Toyota Highlander so copied Subaru front end

5hrs of slalom footage lol

Only one problem with this car, it's not an suv. ;-)

Depressing Grey or Death Black interior colors 🤮🤮🤮🤬 I’m sure you want your coffin to be lined with Grey or Death Black interior

2005-2009 look Sooooooooooo much better. This looks like a Camry, boring as hell

Boring!

Gosh what happened to Subaru? I'll Purchase a GT/GT Limited Turbo before I'd ever get these, Bleh!

Lost me at CVT.

hell no . this looks boring . last gen is much better

The inside is very nice. The outside is ugly. They put some ugly ass wheels on that car. There is too much competition in this segment now. Look at the new styling of the Korean cars. Very modern. The CVT's are warrantied till 100k. So keep it till then and sell it.