Subaru Legacy 0–60 Times
The Subaru Legacy 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 39 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more.
The fastest tested production Subaru Legacy is the 2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.30 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.90 seconds at 99.5 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested production Subaru Legacy is the 1995 Subaru Legacy LSi, which took 10.30 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.70 seconds at 77.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Across the 39 verified production tests of the Subaru Legacy, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.47 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.71 seconds at 89.93 mph.
Fastest 0–60 5.30sec 2010 2.5GT Limited · stock
Average 0–60 7.47sec Across 39 production runs
Avg ¼ Mile 15.71sec @ 89.9 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 10.30sec 1995 LSi
Across 39 verified production runs, the Subaru Legacy ranges from 5.30 to 10.30 seconds 0–60, with a 7.47-second average.
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Subaru Legacy Performance Overview
Subaru’s Legacy performance record spans 1991 to 2023 across 39 verified tests, tracing a midsize sedan and wagon line that moved between turbocharged and naturally aspirated gasoline setups. Early BC/BF/BJ cars centered on the 160-hp EJ22T turbo flat-four, with the 1991 Sport reaching 0-60 mph in 7.9 seconds. The BD/BG/BK generation shifted to naturally aspirated EJ22 and EJ25D power, and pace dropped, including a 10.3-second 0-60 run for the 1995 LSi and a quicker 9.0 seconds for the 1999 Limited.
Performance rose sharply in the BL/BP years as the Legacy adopted the 243-250 hp EJ255 turbo flat-four. The 2005 2.5GT Limited reset the model line’s pace at 5.3 seconds to 60, matched by the 2006 2.5GT spec.B and the 2010 2.5GT Limited, while that 2010 car also produced the standout 13.9-second quarter-mile at 99.5 mph. Fifth-generation BM/BR cars then broadened the range with naturally aspirated FB25, EJ253, and EZ36 engines alongside the turbo EJ255.
Since 2015, the Legacy has settled into naturally aspirated and later mixed turbo/naturally aspirated gasoline formats rather than hybrid or electric variants. BN/BS peaked at 7.0 seconds in the 2015 3.6R Limited, while the current BW/BT generation is led by the 260-hp FA24F turbo and a 5.7-second 0-60 result from the 2023 Sport.
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Subaru Legacy 0–60 Times by Generation: BC/BF/BJ to BW/BT
7 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BW/BT | 2020–2024 | 7.10s | 5.70s — 2023 Sport | 8 | The BW/BT generation (2020–2024) averaged 7.10 seconds to 60 mph across 8 production tests, led by the 2023 Sport at 5.70 seconds. Output ranged from 182 to 260 hp across 2.4L Turbo F-4, 2.5L F-4 configurations. |
| BN/BS | 2015–2019 | 8.24s | 7.00s — 2015 3.6R Limited | 8 | The BN/BS generation (2015–2019) averaged 8.24 seconds to 60 mph across 8 production tests, led by the 2015 3.6R Limited at 7.00 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 256 hp across 2.5L F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations. |
| BM/BR | 2010–2014 | 7.16s | 5.30s — 2010 2.5GT Limited | 10 | The BM/BR generation (2010–2014) averaged 7.16 seconds to 60 mph across 10 production tests, led by the 2010 2.5GT Limited at 5.30 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 265 hp across 2.5L F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations. |
| BL/BP | 2005–2009 | 5.72s | 5.30s — 2006 2.5GT spec.B | 6 | The BL/BP generation (2005–2009) averaged 5.72 seconds to 60 mph across 6 production tests, led by the 2006 2.5GT spec.B at 5.30 seconds. Output ranged from 243 to 250 hp across 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations. |
| BE/BH | 2000–2004 | 8.95s | 8.80s — 2003 L | 2 | The BE/BH generation (2000–2004) averaged 8.95 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 2003 L at 8.80 seconds. Output was 165 hp across 2.5L F-4 configurations. |
| BD/BG/BK | 1995–1999 | 9.70s | 9.00s — 1999 Limited | 3 | The BD/BG/BK generation (1995–1999) averaged 9.70 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 1999 Limited at 9.00 seconds. Output ranged from 135 to 165 hp across 2.2L F-4, 2.5L F-4 configurations. |
| BC/BF/BJ | 1990–1994 | 7.90s | 7.90s — 1991 Sport | 2 | The BC/BF/BJ generation (1990–1994) averaged 7.90 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1991 Sport at 7.90 seconds. Output was 160 hp across 2.2L Turbo F-4 configurations. |
BW/BT 2020–2024
Avg 0–60 7.10s
Fastest 5.70s
Tests 8
2023 Sport
The BW/BT generation (2020–2024) averaged 7.10 seconds to 60 mph across 8 production tests, led by the 2023 Sport at 5.70 seconds. Output ranged from 182 to 260 hp across 2.4L Turbo F-4, 2.5L F-4 configurations.
BN/BS 2015–2019
Avg 0–60 8.24s
Fastest 7.00s
Tests 8
2015 3.6R Limited
The BN/BS generation (2015–2019) averaged 8.24 seconds to 60 mph across 8 production tests, led by the 2015 3.6R Limited at 7.00 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 256 hp across 2.5L F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations.
BM/BR 2010–2014
Avg 0–60 7.16s
Fastest 5.30s
Tests 10
2010 2.5GT Limited
The BM/BR generation (2010–2014) averaged 7.16 seconds to 60 mph across 10 production tests, led by the 2010 2.5GT Limited at 5.30 seconds. Output ranged from 170 to 265 hp across 2.5L F-4, 2.5L Turbo F-4, 3.6L F-6 configurations.
BL/BP 2005–2009
Avg 0–60 5.72s
Fastest 5.30s
Tests 6
2006 2.5GT spec.B
The BL/BP generation (2005–2009) averaged 5.72 seconds to 60 mph across 6 production tests, led by the 2006 2.5GT spec.B at 5.30 seconds. Output ranged from 243 to 250 hp across 2.5L Turbo F-4 configurations.
BE/BH 2000–2004
Avg 0–60 8.95s
Fastest 8.80s
Tests 2
2003 L
The BE/BH generation (2000–2004) averaged 8.95 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 2003 L at 8.80 seconds. Output was 165 hp across 2.5L F-4 configurations.
BD/BG/BK 1995–1999
Avg 0–60 9.70s
Fastest 9.00s
Tests 3
1999 Limited
The BD/BG/BK generation (1995–1999) averaged 9.70 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 1999 Limited at 9.00 seconds. Output ranged from 135 to 165 hp across 2.2L F-4, 2.5L F-4 configurations.
BC/BF/BJ 1990–1994
Avg 0–60 7.90s
Fastest 7.90s
Tests 2
1991 Sport
The BC/BF/BJ generation (1990–1994) averaged 7.90 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1991 Sport at 7.90 seconds. Output was 160 hp across 2.2L Turbo F-4 configurations.
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Subaru Legacy 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
39 production tests · 18 years ▾
2023 Subaru Legacy
1 production run Avg 0–60 5.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.30 sec
Production Tests 1
#07
2023 Subaru Legacy Sport
5.70sec 0–60
14.30s ¼ mi @ 99.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 5.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 99.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.4L Turbo F-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 260 hp
- Torque
- 277 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,760 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 14.5 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 23 C / 31 H / 28 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #7 of 39 production runs
How we verify Subaru Legacy performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Subaru Legacy trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Subaru Legacy 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
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Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Subaru Legacy performance FAQs
10 questions The 2023 Subaru Legacy Sport reaches 60 mph in 5.7 seconds. In our testing records, that current-year result also came with a 14.3-second quarter-mile at 99 mph. The Sport uses a 260-hp, 277-lb-ft turbocharged 2.4-liter engine and standard AWD.
The quickest Subaru Legacy on record is the 2010 Legacy 2.5GT Limited, which runs 0-60 mph in 5.3 seconds. It also holds the best quarter-mile result for the model at 13.9 seconds with a 99.5-mph trap speed, making it the benchmark Legacy for straight-line performance.
The fastest stock Subaru Legacy is also the 2010 2.5GT Limited at 5.3 seconds from 0-60 mph. Because all 39 recorded Legacy tests are production vehicles, there is no gap between the fastest overall result and the fastest stock result for this model.
The BW/BT Subaru Legacy, covering 2020 through 2024, averages 7.1 seconds from 0-60 mph across 8 tests. The quickest BW/BT car is the 2023 Legacy Sport at 5.7 seconds. Across this generation, output ranges from 182 to 260 horsepower with naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline engines.
The fastest BL/BP Subaru Legacy, the fourth generation from 2005 to 2009, is the 2006 Legacy 2.5GT spec.B at 5.3 seconds to 60 mph. That generation is also one of the quickest overall, posting a 5.72-second average across 6 recorded tests with turbocharged gasoline power throughout.
The BM/BR Subaru Legacy, sold from 2010 to 2014, averages 7.16 seconds from 0-60 mph across 10 tests. Its quickest version is the 2010 2.5GT Limited at 5.3 seconds. This generation spans 170 to 265 horsepower and includes both naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline engines.
Yes. The 2023 Legacy Sport posts a 5.7-second 0-60 time, while the best recorded Legacy Touring XT run is 6.1 seconds. Looking at broader trim history, Sport averages 7.52 seconds across 5 tests, while Touring XT averages 6.13 seconds across 3 tests, reflecting different year and powertrain mixes.
The Legacy 2.5GT Limited is quicker. Its best recorded 0-60 time is 5.3 seconds, versus 6.4 seconds for the 3.6R Limited. Across multiple tests, the 2.5GT Limited averages 6.09 seconds over 8 runs, while the 3.6R Limited averages 6.96 seconds over 5 runs.
Across 39 recorded Subaru Legacy tests, the average quarter-mile is 15.72 seconds at 89.9 mph. The quickest Legacy quarter-mile on record belongs to the 2010 2.5GT Limited, which ran 13.9 seconds at 99.5 mph. For the current model year, the 2023 Legacy Sport ran 14.3 seconds at 99 mph.
Across 39 recorded tests, the Subaru Legacy averages 7.47 seconds from 0-60 mph. Its average quarter-mile performance is 15.72 seconds at 89.9 mph. That places the Legacy’s overall performance range well below its quickest turbo models and above its slowest naturally aspirated examples, such as the 10.3-second 1995 LSi.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Subaru Legacy can do, not a single marketing claim.
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