2005 Subaru Legacy GT Limited Road Test
5 avril 2005
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Andrew McCredie
, Canadian Auto Press
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As to one of BMW's strong suits, interior design and appointments, the 2005 Legacy GT is right on the German automaker's
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The Legacy's cabin and dash layout reminded me of BMW workmanship. (Photo: Subaru Canada) |
bumper. In fact, the Legacy's cabin and dash layout reminded me of BMW workmanship.
I suppose a styling criticism could be leveled at the seemingly out-of-place hood scoop, but since the intercooled and turbocharged engine requires copious amounts of fresh air, the functionality of the opening should forgive its appearance.
In all honesty, I really couldn't find much fault with the 2005 Legacy GT. Maybe I should try the base model?
Specifications (GT Limited):
- Price Range (GT Limited MSRP): $40,295 - $41,795 (base Legacy starts at $27,995)
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, AWD
- Engine: 250-hp, 250 lb-ft of torque, 3.0L, 24-valve, DOHC turbocharged H-6
- Transmission: 5-spd man (opt 4-spd auto, 5-spd auto with paddle-shift manual mode)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: 1,525 kg (3,362 lbs)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 12.4 / 8.6 L/100 km
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Chevrolet Impala SS, Chrysler 300C, Ford Five Hundred, Honda Accord V6, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Magentis, MazdaSpeed6, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Altima, Pontiac G6/Grand Prix, Toyota Camry, Volkswagen Jetta/Passat
- Web Site: www.subaru.ca
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