Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
20 -26 City / 29 -36 HWY
Horsepower
175 -256
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Elena S
Subaru legacy. I love my car!
Some problems in the beginning but nothing major. Wheel bearing has to be changed often. Besides that the car is great on gas, great in the snow. Very spacious for a car. I have had this car for 5 years now driving back and forth to school and it is been great.
accountCircle Melinda M
All wheel drive and goes great in the snow.
Good quality car. Subaru’s are reliable and last forever. They require low maintenance and are affordable.
accountCircle Sharon A
Comfortable high-end like sedan.
It looks and rides like a luxury vehicle without the luxury price tag. It also has the all wheel drive that is generally only offered in trucks and SUVs yet it is a comfortable sedan. Only weird issue with my specific vehicle is a random glitch in the computer that suggests my mpg is significantly higher than it really is. There’s no rhyme or reason why my vehicle’s computer has this glitch. It does not affect function at all though.
accountCircle Grace R
This car is great in the snow!
The Subaru legacy has great gas mileage. It drives smooth and does well in the snow. Heated seats front and back. Ac works fast, even on really hot days. The trunk is a little small, but still fits a good amount of stuff. I still haven't figured out all the beeps with the eyesight protection, which can get a little annoying. Overall, safe and fantastic car!
accountCircle Nancy B
My Subaru and what I love about it.
It drives great in snow. It is very reliable. Good on gas. Very elegant looking. Love the sunroof. I enjoy having four doors which makes it convenient. Big trunk. Roomy back seat. Love the adjustable seats. Has heated seats. I will always give it 5 stars.
accountCircle Sherry L
Subaru legacy review with outstanding handling.
I love the way my car handles on difficult road conditions with the all wheel drive. I wish Subaru would make a hybrid though for better gasoline mileage. My car looks sporty for a sedan and has a leather exterior which has held up well. I have upgraded wheels and tires that help with the overall look.
accountCircle Tyra P
Great vehicle! Safe and reliable!
I live my car it runs very well.. The only issue I have at time is the stereo system and it is really the monitor it has a glare out of this world and I am having some trouble with Bluetooth calling but other than that it is great. Drives well, holds its own on the road, safe for me and my child.
accountCircle Joe J
Engine rated very high for performance. It also rates high for safety. And the all-wheel drive is good for winter driving.
It is safe and has good value. Is priced affordably.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle V.adams
Battery
Gas cap wouldn’t open, replaced still sticks in winter, rear vision mirror doesn’t work....flip ones much better, battery drains in cold weather....must be run daily. Wouldn’t buy this car again, maybe because of where it was made...USA?
accountCircle J L
I wish I picked something else.
I do not like the drive of the car. Sometimes the car does not start, and I need to wait about 10 minutes for it to do anything. Seats are not the best for comfort. I only like the sound of the speakers, but sometimes that crackle. Not very good on gas either.
accountCircle Christina S
Subaru legacy for appearance.
Uncomfortable on long trips, electrical issues with windows, inconsistent gas gauge once below 60 miles left to empty. Inherited vehicles sleek look great in bad weather. Loud engine. Great speaker audio sound. Would not personal purchase vehicle at available cost.
accountCircle Jeff moss
Transmission
4 wheel bearings first 50000 miles. Speed sensors.when below 20 deg trans wont shift right.the colder the worse it gets.
accountCircle Toni W
Many safety features and good in snow.
The color is pearl, not white like I wanted. I like the blind spot alert feature. Remote starter only works when up close to vehicle.
accountCircle Brian B
While it's a nice car, oil issues seems to be problem.
It's a nice riding car, however, there have been problems. They eyesight goes out all the time. The oil isn't supposed to be changed until every 6,000 miles but always have to put some in
accountCircle Sandy W
The overall dependability of the Subaru legacy is very well.
The radio system is touch screen and it changes very easily so you need to be careful when moving your hand around the radio screen. I also feel that there is a lot of cabin noise when driving on the highway. Overall, I think the car is good quality and very dependable in slippery weather.
accountCircle Laura C
Pretty decent: drives well, limited space for front passengers with car seats.
The vehicle is generally okay but the gas pedal is a little more sensitive than I'd like. The front seats have plenty of room for tall people but the seats also scoot up enough for short people to fit comfortably as well. The back seat has a moderate amount of room but trying to fit multiple car seats in the back seat does not work out well for being about to have enough room for the front passengers. For a sedan there is a pretty decent amount of space in the truck for storage as well. Overall, the car is pretty decently made and drives well.

Subaru Legacy Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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2.5i
175 HP 30 MPG 5 Seats
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2.5i Premium
175 HP 30 MPG 5 Seats
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2.5i Limited
175 HP 30 MPG 5 Seats
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3.6R Limited
256 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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2015 Subaru Legacy Owner Reviews

4.53
208 Reviews
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5 stars 62%
4 stars 31%
3 stars 6%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Robert W on June 24, 2021
A good ride. It is comfortable, gets good mileage.
Performs very well and is totally addictive reliable. I have had no problems. I am 6’1” and weigh 285 and I find it a comfortable ride. I have owned several Cadillacs, a corvette, several suburbans and pickups and enjoy my Subaru probably more than most of the others. Easy to drive and has all the performance I need.
accountCircle Tammie B on June 24, 2021
The car is great for any age, be it ur older, or just starting out!!
I really am happy with vehicle it is very reliable and comfortable. There’s a ton of room in the back seat for my grandson. The trunk also has a lot of space for strollers, groceries an anything we are traveling with. We often use the Bluetooth to connect our phones to the radio.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Diana C.

The pros are the safety, and the backup camera, the interior, almost everything. The Gas mileage is good too. The Trunk is spacious enough and the internal seating gives you a lot of room to stretch. The A.C works great and cools the whole car.

likeFilled Danielle S.

Some of the pros are that it handles the snow like a champ it is very reliable and sleek looking. It also is good on gas and comes with a lot of standard options. The color options are really cool and the safety is great.

likeFilled Cynthia R.

The 2016 Subaru Legacy is reliable and safe. It includes a high quality sound system and is very spacious inside given its smaller size. The 4WD makes me feel comfortable driving in the inclement weather.

likeFilled Gail C.

All-wheel drive is perfect for my steep driveway. It is easy to park. The rearview camera is excellent compared with other car makers. A smaller vehicle is better for intown driving, and of course, the mileage is pretty good.

likeFilled Scott C.

All wheel drive. Safe. Lots of features. Handles really well. Very comfortable. Has a lot of room. Great trunk space. Minimal repairs. It is a great vehicle to have if you are having a family. It is very safe and handles so well.

likeFilled Susan S.

My Subaru gives me a quiet and comfortable ride. The car has all-time 4-wheel drive, which gives me piece of mind in all types of weather. I find the car, which is a 4-door sedan, to be roomy and well-designed.

likeFilled Dennis N.

Great AWD. Superb handling. Quiet acceleration. Comfortable and wide bucket seats. Spacious trunk. Generally very thoughtful ergonomic touches. Lots of storage inside the car. Good sound system. Excellent gas mileage for an AWD vehicle.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Diana C.

The cons of this vehicle are its shock system. A drive can get very bumpy and make for a not relaxing ride. I would say another con is the rubber protecting the car doors because it can easily come off.

dislikeFilled Danielle S.

One of the cons I have is that you must add oil in between oil changes. That is a pain in the neck for me. The other would be that it rusts easily. I do not have any other cons to add for this vehicle.

dislikeFilled Cynthia R.

The 2015 Subaru Legacy does seem to have some recurring issues associated with the gas cap and brakes. The 2015 Subaru Legacy also requires premium oil which adds up during oil changes, and does not have the newest software systems for its media interface.

dislikeFilled Gail C.

The mileage is not as good as what I had in my Toyota, but I am sure that is due to it being all-wheel drive. It would not be ideal for a driver with a large family. As an older driver, I find the technical operation of the perks prohibitive. I am pretty techno-resistant.

dislikeFilled Scott C.

The moonroof malfunctions a lot. I have had my car in 10 times for it. Brakes go easily as well. The brakes have gone a few times now and I do not drive it a lot. It is also very expensive to fill up with gasoline. It costs me over thirty dollars each time I want to get gasoline.

dislikeFilled Susan S.

The only negative -- really, the only negative -- to my car is that I like to take turns very fast and the car does not like to take turns very fast. The car seems to be a bit higher off the ground than a regular sedan, maybe because of the 4-wheel drive.

dislikeFilled Dennis N.

Glare makes the stereo system hard to read. Not as good gas mileage as other midsize cars. Paint and finish not always the best. Somebody integrity issues (the paint I mentioned above plus exterior trim that fell off).

Ranks #2 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2015 Subaru Legacy has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 13 other Midsize Cars.

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4.59
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4.53
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4.53

Ranks #3 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2015 Subaru Legacy has a combined MPG of 38 which ranks it #3 of 13 other Midsize Cars.

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44 MPG
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44 MPG
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36 MPG

Is The 2015 Subaru Legacy A Good Car?

Yes, it handles wonderfully in the winter. It is roomy and comfortable. It seems to be reliable, though I have kept the miles low on it.
Jamie L.
Yes, a great year round, all weather car. Great on gas, is a beast in the snow, roomy and eye pleasing on the inside.
Kat P.
It is a great car. I feel very safe in it because I know Subarus consistently score well in safety. I also know the car will drive well in the snow which are conditions I often drive in.
Elizabeth B.
It absolutely is! I have been quite happy with it over the past 3 years I have owned it. It is safe and reliable, and Subaru does a great job connecting with their owners and maintaining a good... Read More
Dennis N.
Yes, it's reliable and easy to drive. It drives well in snowy winters. It also looks good. The white color is appealing.
Kyle G.
Yes, it’s a sturdy car with a lot of helpful driving tools. Many times the car has stopped me from near collisions and helped me stay on the lane when faced with other distractions.
Angela T.
Yes, it is dependable and reliable. The gas mileage is excellent and the safety features are one of the reasons why I decided to get the car
Kelly S.
Yes very. The safety is great, it runs smoothly. The car feels like an extension of yourself. It's overall a very trusted vehicle with high safety features and a great cooling system.
Maria A.

How Reliable Is The 2015 Subaru Legacy?

Yes, it appears to be reliable but I have kept the miles on it. The one thing I noticed is that sometimes the tachometer runs high and it seems to lose power.
Jamie L.
My car has been pretty reliable. I haven't had any problems with her yet, which is good, it is a good car.
Kat P.
This car is very reliable. I have had no major issues. I had to get the battery replaced and my brakes replaced but that is very typical. No out of the ordinary problems.
Elizabeth B.
It is quite reliable. There have been a handful of recalls, but the service departments at the dealerships are responsive to those issues. I mostly just need the standard 6k servicing.
Dennis N.
I have found it be a very reliable car requiring little maintenance, only routine maintenance like any car.
Michelle B.
Yes it is reliable 9 out of 10 times. The only time I had issues was when my driving assistance tools malfunctioned but it was an easy enough fix.
Brandon C.
No none that I know of. I've had to take it in once for a recall but other than that it works just fine
Pauline S.
It does have its faults for example the black framing by the backseat door pops off once and awhile. Sometime after an extended period of not using it the car won't start.
Terri B.

Is The 2015 Subaru Legacy A Good Value?

25,000 depending upon the features and add-ons the car. I think for all wheel drive and CVT transmission it is a good deal.
Jamie L.
I bought my Subaru used through a used car dealership for 18,000. It was a good value for me at the time of purchase.
Kat P.
I bought this vehicle from CarMax and it was about 18,000 dollars. I thought this was a good value for the car.
Elizabeth B.
I bought mine certified pre-owned for around $24k, and I have found it is been a good value for me. So yes.
Dennis N.
I would expect it to cost under $10,000 used. It's a good value for an all-wheel drive vehicle that's reliable.
Joseph V.
I bought my legacy for $16,000 and it was worth the cost. For all the things included in the car I would recommend it to others.
Benedict L.
It cost about $24000 outright. I believe it is good value considering all the safety features that it comes with.
Samantha C.
It cost around 30-40 thousand dollars. I think it's a tad expensive but it does so much and really helps the drive out that it's worth it
Omar P.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do i perform the 2015 Subaru Legacy tpms reset?

Answer: Resetting the tire pressure monitoring system (also known as the tpms) in Your 2015 Subaru Legacy is fairly easy to do. The entire process can take around 10 to 12 minutes on average. The first thing You will...

How do i perform the 2015 Subaru Legacy oil light reset?

Answer: The oil change light on Your 2015 Subaru Legacy needs to be reset after every oil change so that the system can determine when the next oil change is due. The procedure only takes a few moments. First, turn the...

What's the 2015 subaru legacy windshield wipers size?

Answer: The windshield wiper blades on a 2015 Subaru Legacy are 26 inches on the driver's side and 17 inches on the passenger side. Retailers typically sell these as a pair, so one package will have one blade of each...

What kind of gas does the 2015 Subaru Legacy take?

Answer: The kind of gas the 2015 Subaru Legacy takes is regular gasoline. Car parts will someday become ineffective at some point. The fuel filter needs to be replaced every 30,000 miles. If it doesn't, You will come...

How much oil does the 2015 Subaru Legacy take?

Answer: For the best fuel economy and to prolong the engine life, it is best to use Genuine Subaru oil with a viscosity rating of SAE 5W-30 in the 2015 Subaru Legacy. How much oil the engine holds depends on which...

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Safety & Reliability

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