2003
Subaru Legacy

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$24,995
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Available trims

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  • 4dr L Manual
    Starts at
    $19,795
    21 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr L Special Edition Manual
    Starts at
    $20,295
    21 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr L Manual
    Starts at
    $20,495
    21 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4 Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr L Auto
    Starts at
    $20,595
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr L Special Edition Auto
    Starts at
    $21,095
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr L Auto
    Starts at
    $21,295
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4 Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr L Special Edition Manual
    Starts at
    $21,395
    21 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4 Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr L Special Edition Auto
    Starts at
    $22,195
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4 Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 2.5 GT Manual
    Starts at
    $24,995
    21 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr 2.5 GT Manual
    Starts at
    $25,895
    21 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4 Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 2.5 GT Auto
    Starts at
    $25,995
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr 2.5 GT Auto
    Starts at
    $26,895
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4 Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 2003 Subaru Legacy base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / 80,000 miles
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152-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

92% of drivers recommend this car
4.2 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
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Comfort 3.9
Interior 3.7
Performance 3.7
Value 4.4
Exterior 3.6
Reliability 4.5

Most recent

By masa from Alberta, Canada
Owns this car
July 6, 2019

Overall, this car is well above-average

*this is the Legacy L Special Edition, not the base trim Lots of positive things to say about this car, with only a few minor negatives. Pros: -EXCELLENT in the snow, rain, etc given the very well performing AWD, which is superior to all other AWD systems. -Easy to drive, easy to service (oil drain plug points forwards, very easy and simple to access) -good interior -- all added features have no issues (eg heated seats, power windows, etc) -good visibility and control -gas mileage is fairly good. Not as good as say, a Honda Civic, but much better than other cars in this class or larger sedans. -Put 30,000 kms since bought (used) with no problems other than regular maintenance Cons: -comfortable overall, but suited for persons of average height or less -automatic drive shifter is annoying to shift into drive -no auxiliary adapter -- built in sound system is not great (unless upgraded) -you have to push the fob button at least twice to unlock the back doors Neutrals: -accelerator pedal (on automatics) increases speed based on how quickly you push the pedal, as opposed to how hard you push it. This is something to get used to, as, if you are trying to access maximum power by pushing the pedal really hard, it won't make the car rev harder. Most cars don't work this way and it gives the illusion that this car is under-powered. However, I assure you, if you push the pedal quickly and allow it to rev fully to 6,000 rpm, it has adequate power.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Tyler from Provo, UT
Owns this car
October 16, 2018

Reliable but Not Much Power

One thing that I LOVE about my Subaru is about how reliable it is. It's an older vehicle and it will go forever! However, when it comes to speed it lacks quite a bit compared to most other cars.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 2.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 2.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2003 Subaru Legacy?

The 2003 Subaru Legacy is available in 3 trim levels:

  • GT (4 styles)
  • L (4 styles)
  • L Special Edition (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2003 Subaru Legacy?

The 2003 Subaru Legacy offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2003 Subaru Legacy reliable?

The 2003 Subaru Legacy has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2003 Subaru Legacy owners.

Is the 2003 Subaru Legacy a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2003 Subaru Legacy. 92.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.9
  • Interior: 3.7
  • Performance: 3.7
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 3.6
  • Reliability: 4.5

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