Subaru Legacy Test drive since 2009 station wagon
Subaru Legacy Wagon car overview
General impression In the domestic Japanese market, Subaru Legacy Wagon has an already established reputation for a sports station wagon. And among them, a turbine modification is considered an unconditional leader, the engine of which develops power up to 280 hp. But now, in a row, it was an additional universal, equipped with a 6-cylinder engine with a horizontal-opposition location of the cylinders.
The attractiveness of a car with a turbine engine, of course, lies in an extremely powerful thrust. In contrast to this, a 6-cylinder engine is needed for those for whom the main quality of the ride itself. After all, a simple, without a boost, the engine is distinguished by an instant reaction to the command to accelerate. And if this engine has as many as 6 cylinders, which are also located horizontally, against each other? After all, such engines have a remarkably balanced rotation, one might say, perfect harmony. Because of this, the smoothness of the course is also added to the acceptance, which in total gives what is called the pleasure of high-quality driving. It is important to emphasize that this is not about such comfort or luxury, which is an unchanged attribute of all high -class machines. By the way, when Subaru, which does not have in its asset of models, considered prestigious, announced the creation of a 6-cylinder opposition engine, I doubt the doubt that it did not follow the path of a simple increase in the category of its car. But thank God, everything turned out to be as it should. I believe that this demonstrates the best way as possible how important the main idea of \u200b\u200bLegacy is for the creators of this series of machines.
Both outside and inside the goal is one increase in the quality assessment of the machine
The main changes in appearance are the rear combined lanterns and giving a smoky shade to decorative details in the back of the body. Because of this, the type of car became emphasized calmly. In addition, in front of the near -light lamps of the HID type (bit) are installed. There was a new decorative grille of the radiator of special performance, aluminum wheels, etc. Inside the cabin, the upholstery of the seats, made combinators from leather and textured fabric, attract attention. In addition, it helps to increase the qualitative assessment of the machine design of the dashboard made for wood.
In the chassis, the chassis is additionally strengthened, which increased the controllability of the car. In addition, Bilstein shock absorbers (in the front suspension - inverted type) were used, which makes control of the car more reliable and light. The 6-cylinder engine develops a power of 220 hp. and maximum torque 29.5 kg/m. In general terms, it is the same as on the Legacy Lancaster model. True, the profile of the camshaft cams is slightly changed to adjust the torque. The adjustment is made in such a way that it steeply develops more at lower speeds.
Who needs a thrill - please, turbo! From 4 cylinders to 6 cylinders. The weight of the engine, as said, remained the same, and the cylinders increased. It seems just incredible, right? I was so for sure in doubt. But as soon as the car started off, it turned out that indeed, the front part is very light. Turning to the next lane, I sharply wrapped the steering wheel, and the front sight surprisingly easily reacted to the team.
The suspension also seems to be some kind of lightweight, but, nevertheless, the ride on it turned out to be comfortable. At the entrance to the turn, I tried to increase the speed, but I did not feel violations that could be expected due to an increase in the load on the front axle. The car seemed to peck in front, and in this position entered the turn. The torque, if compared with a 2.5-liter engine, is an order of magnitude more powerful. But, since the throttling occurs very smoothly, I did not feel any noticeable push. As if I were deprived of something - this is my sensation at that moment. But those who need such an exciting jerk can sit on a turbine machine. But those who are accustomed to enjoy the measured engine operation, who appreciate the acceptance of a simple atmospheric engine, probably should give preference to the GT30 modification. If we consider Legacy Touring Wagon in such a vein, it will become completely clear in which particular machine category that another leader appeared.
Source: CarView.co.jp
