2003 Subaru Legacy Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Kelley Blue Book Value®
$2,113 - $32,395
Used Fair Market Range
Crash Test Rating
Source NHTSA
MPG (up to)
22 City / 28 HWY
Horsepower
165-212
Seats
5
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Kelley Blue Book Value®
$2,113 - $32,395
Used Fair Market Range
Crash Test Rating
Source NHTSA
MPG (up to)
22 City / 28 HWY
Horsepower
165-212
Seats
5

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Subaru Legacy Models & Trims

L Sedan $19,795 - $21,295
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 15 x 6.0 in. - Aluminum, Steel
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
L Special Edition Sedan $20,295 - $22,195
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
GT Sedan $2,412 - $3,953*
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback Ltd Sedan $26,495 - $27,595
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback Sedan $23,245 - $30,895
Horsepower: 165 hp - 212 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 6-Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather, Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
L $19,795 - $21,295
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 15 x 6.0 in. - Aluminum, Steel
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
L Special Edition $20,295 - $22,195
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
GT $24,995 - $26,895
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback Ltd $26,495 - $27,595
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback $23,245 - $30,895
Horsepower: 165 hp - 212 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 6-Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather, Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
L Wagon $2,113 - $3,464*
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 15 x 6.0 in. - Aluminum, Steel
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
L Special Edition Wagon $2,728 - $4,235*
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
GT Wagon $24,995 - $26,895
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback Wagon $23,245 - $30,895
Horsepower: 165 hp - 212 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 6-Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather, Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback Ltd Wagon $26,495 - $27,595
Horsepower: 165 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4 Cyl, Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback H6 L.L. Bean Edition Wagon $30,195
Horsepower: 212 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 6 Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback H6 VDC Wagon $32,395
Horsepower: 212 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 6 Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback H6 Wagon $26,995
Horsepower: 212 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 6 Cyl
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback H6 L.L. Bean Edition $30,195
Horsepower: 212 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 6 Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback H6 VDC $32,395
Horsepower: 212 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 6 Cyl
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Outback H6 $2,609 - $4,140*
Horsepower: 212 hp
Engine Type: Gas Flat 6 Cyl
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 in. - Aluminum
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Sun Roof
Back-Up Camera
Premium Audio
Smart Device Integration
WiFi Hotspot
Keyless Start
Keyless Entry
Automated Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning

*Prices are Kelley Blue Book® Fair Market Range

Owner Reviews

4.41

37 Reviews

57% 32% 8% 2 star 0% 3%

Owner reviews are verified by our team and cannot be altered or removed.

The safest, most affordable option for a Michigander looking to survive winter.

I drive a Subaru legacy, luxury model. Though the car is a smaller sedan with a smaller engine, it gets decent gas mileage and four wheel drive makes it essential in the winter. The interior is high quality, with carpeted floors and seats. The dash is a mixture of black leather with faux wood overlay. The stereo is fairly outdated and lacks an auxiliary input.

- Jacob F

2003 silver Subaru legacy.

It is a very comfortable and reliable vehicle. It has a sun roof/ moon roof. A key fob. Electronic locks and windows. It has heat and air conditioning which both work great. I have yet to have any real issues with this vehicle aside from the belt squealing every once in a while when it gets wet. The windows and locks work just fine.

- Danielle M

It holds up year after year running beautifully with proper maintenance!

This car has never failed my husband or me while traveling. It is easy to maneuver. People say it does not look 15 years old! When we purchased this car, my husband said this is the last car we will buy and it has proven true so far! The only dislikes is that it does not have the latest technologies. No complaints about this car.

- Rita S
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Compare Models & Key Features

Drivers side profile with drivers side door open.
Front angle view.
Key Specs

Overview

MSRP

MSRP
$19,795 - $21,295
$20,295 - $22,195

Horsepower

Horsepower
165 hp
165 hp

Engine Type

Engine Type
2.5L SOHC SMPI 16
2.5L SOHC SMPI 16
Interior Features

Convenience & Comfort

Sun Roof

Sun Roof
Not Available
Standard

Alarm

Alarm
Optional
Optional

Keyless Entry

Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard

Power Mirrors

Power Mirrors
Standard
Standard

Cruise Control

Cruise Control
Standard
Standard

Power Windows

Power Windows
Standard
Standard

Rear Defrost

Rear Defrost
Standard
Standard

Premium Sound System

Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional

Power Steering

Power Steering
Standard
Standard

Dimensions

Front Leg Room

Front Leg Room
43.3 in.
43.3 in.

Front Head Room

Front Head Room
38.9 - 40.2 in.
38.5 - 38.9 in.

Rear Leg Room

Rear Leg Room
34.2 - 34.3 in.
34.2 - 34.3 in.

Second Head Room

Second Head Room
36.6 - 39.1 in.
36.6 - 37.2 in.

Trunk Volume

Trunk Volume
12.4 cu. ft.
12.4 cu. ft.

Entertainment

CD Player

CD Player
Standard
Standard

Heating & Cooling

Navigation & Communication

Seats

Standard Seat

Standard Seat
Cloth
Cloth

Passengers

Passengers
5
5

Pass Through Rear Seat

Pass Through Rear Seat
Standard
Standard
Exterior Features

Accessories

Standard Wheels

Standard Wheels
Steel
Aluminum

Rear Spoiler

Rear Spoiler
Optional
Optional

Dimensions

Tire Width

Tire Width
205/60HR15
205/55HR16

Wheelbase

Wheelbase
104.3 in.
104.3 in.

Turning Radius

Turning Radius
35.4 ft.
35.4 ft.

Length

Length
184.4 - 187.4 in.
184.4 - 187.4 in.

Width

Width
68.7 in.
68.7 in.
Mechanical Specs

Engine & Performance

Weight

Weight
3225 - 3400 .lbs
3285 - 3475 .lbs

Horsepower

Horsepower
165 hp
165 hp

Torque

Torque
166 ft. lbs.
166 ft. lbs.

Maximum Towing Weight

Maximum Towing Weight
200 .lbs
200 .lbs

4wheel Disc Brakes

4wheel Disc Brakes
Standard
Standard

Performance Tires

Performance Tires
Not Available
Standard

Engine Cylinders

Engine Cylinders
4 Cylinder
4 Cylinder

Drivetrain

Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Fuel

Fuel Capacity

Fuel Capacity
16.9 gal.
16.9 gal.

Combined

Combined
25 mpg
25 mpg

City

City
22 mpg
22 mpg

Highway

Highway
28 mpg
28 mpg

Suspension

Transmission

Safety Features

Features

ABS Brakes

ABS Brakes
Standard
Standard

Automatic Headlights

Automatic Headlights
Standard
Standard

Child Safety Locks

Child Safety Locks
Standard
Standard

Assistance

Air Bags

Driver Airbag

Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard

Passenger Airbag

Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard

Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

  • Overall

  • Front

  • Side

  • Rollover

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

  • Moderate Overlap Front

  • Side

    N/A

  • Roof Strength

    N/A

  • Driver-side Overlap Front

    N/A

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

JD Power Rating
Not Rated by JD Power

*JD Power Circle Ratings

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