Subaru Legacy Saloon (2003 - 2010) boot space, practicality and safety

06 June 2019 by David Ross

Parkers overall rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5

The Legacy saloon hasn’t been crash tested by Euro NCAP yet but the previous generation Outback (which is effectively an off road version of the Legacy) was awarded four stars for adult safety and this car should perform as good if not better. In addition to the surefooted handling, the Legacy offers all the usual safety equipment including six airbags.

Security equipment ticks the usual boxes too with remote central locking and a Thatcham approved alarm and immobiliser. The 3.0R Spec B models with automatic gearboxes also get an electronic stability control system.

With 433 litres of boot space, the Legacy is useful for carrying luggage. It offers more space than a Peugeot 407 for example and the opening is wide, giving good access. On the downside, the rear seats do not fold down for longer items, limiting versatility. If you need maximum practicality then go for the Sports Tourer (estate) or Outback body shapes.

Stowage up front is good with decent door pockets, two separate cupholders in the central console and a deep cubby box between the front seats.

Basic equipment

The basic equipment list includes equipment that is standard across all versions of the Subaru Legacy Saloon (03-10).

3x3 point rear seat belts
ABS
Alarm
Alloy wheels
Body coloured bumpers
Driver`s airbag
Electric mirrors
Folding rear seats
Front electric windows
Heated mirrors
Height adjustable drivers seat
Isofix child seat anchor points
Metallic Paint
PAS
Passenger`s airbag
Rear electric windows
Remote locking
Side airbags
Space saver spare wheel
Steering wheel rake adjustment

Equipment by trim level

To view equipment options for a specific trim level, please select from the following list:

Equipment included on some trim levels
Air conditioning Audio remote CD CD Multichanger Climate control Cloth seat trim Cruise control DVD Electric driver`s seat Electric passenger`s seat Electric sunroof Front fog lights Headlight washers Heated seats Leather seat trim Lumbar support Roof rails Sat Nav Steering wheel reach adjustment Traction control

Standard Trim standard equipment
CD Climate control Cloth seat trim

Standard Trim optional equipment
Front fog lights

Legacy standard equipment
Audio remote Climate control Cruise control Front fog lights Headlight washers Heated seats Roof rails Steering wheel reach adjustment Traction control

Legacy optional equipment
CD CD Multichanger Cloth seat trim DVD Electric driver`s seat Electric sunroof Leather seat trim Lumbar support Sat Nav

R standard equipment
Cruise control Front fog lights

R optional equipment
Air conditioning Audio remote CD CD Multichanger Climate control Cloth seat trim Electric driver`s seat Electric passenger`s seat Electric sunroof Headlight washers Heated seats Leather seat trim Lumbar support Steering wheel reach adjustment Traction control

R Spec B standard equipment
Audio remote CD Multichanger Climate control Cruise control DVD Electric driver`s seat Electric passenger`s seat Electric sunroof Front fog lights Heated seats Leather seat trim Lumbar support Sat Nav

R Spec B optional equipment
Air conditioning CD Headlight washers Steering wheel reach adjustment Traction control

RE standard equipment
CD Climate control Cruise control Electric driver`s seat Electric sunroof Front fog lights Heated seats Leather seat trim Lumbar support

RE optional equipment
None available

REn standard equipment
Air conditioning CD Multichanger Cruise control DVD Electric driver`s seat Electric sunroof Front fog lights Headlight washers Heated seats Leather seat trim Lumbar support Sat Nav Steering wheel reach adjustment

REn optional equipment
None available

Rn standard equipment
Audio remote CD Multichanger Climate control Cruise control Electric driver`s seat Electric passenger`s seat Electric sunroof Front fog lights Heated seats Leather seat trim Lumbar support Sat Nav Traction control

Rn optional equipment
None available

S standard equipment
CD Climate control Cloth seat trim Electric sunroof

S optional equipment
None available

SE standard equipment
Climate control Cruise control Electric driver`s seat Front fog lights Heated seats Leather seat trim Lumbar support

SE optional equipment
Audio remote CD CD Multichanger Electric sunroof Headlight washers Steering wheel reach adjustment Traction control

SEn standard equipment
CD Climate control Cruise control Electric driver`s seat Electric sunroof Front fog lights Heated seats Leather seat trim Lumbar support Sat Nav Traction control