GradeSubaru Legacy Reliability Grade
Excellent reliability
Grade a specific Subaru Legacy
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Subaru Legacy earns an A- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A- for its engine and an A- for its transmission. It ranks 2nd of 12 midsize cars we grade. Its engine (A-) and transmission (A-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 982 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Subaru Legacy reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2014, 2017 and 2023
Years to avoid: 2010 (stalling / loss of power)
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Subaru Legacy last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Subaru Legacy vs. other midsize cars
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry | A | A- | A |
| Mazda Mazda6 | B+ | A- | A- |
| Volkswagen Passat | B+ | A | A- |
| Nissan Maxima | A | B | A- |
| Subaru Legacy | A- | A- | A- |
| Nissan Altima | A- | B | B+ |
| Honda Accord | C+ | B | B- |
| Chrysler 200 | C+ | C+ | B- |
| Chevrolet Malibu | C | C | C |
| Hyundai Sonata | F | C | D |
| Kia Optima | F | C+ | D |
| Ford Fusion | D | F | F |
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Is the Subaru Legacy reliable?
Excellent reliability. The Subaru Legacy earns an A- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A- for its engine and an A- for its transmission. It ranks 2nd of 12 midsize cars we grade. Its engine (A-) and transmission (A-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 982 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Subaru Legacy last?
We estimate a well-maintained Subaru Legacy lasts around 210,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Subaru Legacy?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Subaru Legacy model years are 2014, 2017 and 2023.
What Subaru Legacy years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Subaru Legacy years to be most careful with are 2010. The 2010 grades a D overall (engine C, transmission F), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power, which a recall covers.
Is the Subaru Legacy transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Subaru Legacy transmission an A- (excellent reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Subaru Legacy engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Subaru Legacy engine an A- (excellent reliability).