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2020 Subaru Legacy Limited XT Review: AWD, Turbo, And Tech

August 14, 2020
Posted by Samson

2020 Subaru Legacy

2020 Subaru Legacy Limited XT Review: Not Just Another Sedan

"The 2020 Subaru Legacy combines electronic brains with mechanical power."

Powerful engine
Well integrated touch screen
Technology that combats distraction
Comfortable ride

Badly tuned transmission

The Subaru Legacy has always behaved differently than other midsize sedans, offering all-wheel drive and unorthodox boxer engines to stand out from the competition in cookie cutters. While the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry have dominated the market for decades, the Legacy has built a small but loyal following, mostly in the Subaru strongholds of the northeast and northwest.

With the revised Legacy 2020, however, Subaru wants to break out of its niche and directly challenge other midsize sedans.

As with its Outback sibling, the standout new features of the 2020 Subaru Legacy are an available 11.6-inch touchscreen and turbocharged four-cylinder engine, reminiscent of sporty turbo legacy models of the 2000s and 2010s. Our Legacy Limited XT test car had both items plus a sticker price of $ 35,095, compared to $ 23,645 for a base Legacy.

Design and interior

The style is subjective, but if you look at the exterior of the 2020 Legacy, it's clear that Subaru had different priorities. Nothing about the design is different or groundbreaking, and while it is a new generation of Legacy, the 2020 model is similar to its predecessor. The 2020 Legacy is slightly longer, taller and wider than the 2019 model, but has an identical wheelbase.

Under the skin, the Legacy rides on the same Subaru Global Platform as the automaker's other current models such as the Crosstrek and Ascent. Subaru claims that the 2020 Legacy has 70% stiffer torsional stiffness than its predecessor, which helps improve driveability and gives the car a more solid feel. Subaru also claims that the 2020 Legacy can absorb more than 40% more energy in front and side impacts.

Lots of screens seem like a waste of space, but Subaru got it right.

Typically Subaru, the interior is simple but well laid out. Our Limited test car (a step down from Touring's top trim level) had leather seats that were reasonably comfortable but could have used firmer cushioning. Subaru also threw in lots of shiny black plastic and fake chrome trim that caused significant glare in direct sunlight and looked like it was easily scratched.

The Legacy has an Environmental Protection Agency-rated passenger volume as top competitors like the Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Nissan Altima, Toyota Camry, and Volkswagen Passat. However, the headroom and legroom in both rows are only average. At 15.1 cubic feet, the trunk is a little below average.

Technology, infotainment and driver assistance

The 2020 Legacy gets the same 11.6-inch portrait touchscreen as the Outback. The screen is standard on all Legacy trim levels except for the base model (which has a 7.0-inch touchscreen), while Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across the board. For the first time, the Legacy will also have an integrated WiFi hotspot.

Big screens are all the rage these days, but most automakers seem to prioritize form over function. While a lot of these screens seem like a waste of space, Subaru got things right. As in the outback, the symbols are large and easier to read while driving. Climate control icons are also at the bottom of the screen – where analog controls and buttons are usually located – and Subaru included an important volume control. At some point, however, the audio system stopped working, a problem we didn't have with an Outback with the same head unit. It was fixed by restarting the car.

The 2020 Legacy also receives Subaru's EyeSight driver assistance suite, which uses front-facing cameras near the rearview mirror instead of the radars used by most other automakers. The adaptive cruise control with lane centering is standard, while the blind spot monitoring, the lane change assistant and the rear cross traffic alarm are optional extras. This is similar to the standard driver aid package for the Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, and Toyota Camry.

EyeSight has one advantage over competing systems: technology that ensures it is not used irresponsibly.

As with the Outback, EyeSight's adaptive cruise control easily maintained a steady pace, but was slow to respond when cars pulled in abruptly. However, the lane-centering function performance was poorer and showed a tendency to pull aside as if the car needed a wheel alignment. It also made the car drift out of its lane a couple of times. An outback test car didn't have these problems on the same track. Given the similarity between the two models (the Outback is essentially a legacy station wagon), the lack of consistency was worrying.

Even so, EyeSight still has one advantage over competing systems: technology that ensures it is not used irresponsibly. Subaru is one of the few automakers (along with BMW and Cadillac) to use a camera facing the driver to monitor the distraction. The DriverFocus system, which was introduced in the Forester, sends audible and visual warnings when the driver takes their eyes off the road. As in other Subarus, DriverFocus did its work in the Legacy unobtrusively and without false positives.

Experience at the wheel

The 2020 Legacy continues Subaru's use of its trademark boxer engines, which sit deeper in the chassis than other engine configurations, helping to lower the car's center of gravity. The base 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine was carried over from the 2019 model year, but it now produces 182 horsepower and 176 pound-feet of torque, up from 175 horsepower and 174 pound-feet previously. All Legacy models have standard all-wheel drive and a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

XT models get a more powerful 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a turbocharger. Together with the Outback and Ascent, it makes 260 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque. That's more than the 3.6-liter boxer-six this engine replaces, as well as the optional turbo engines on the Honda Accord and Nissan Altima. The Toyota Camry's 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 has more power (301 hp) but less torque (267 lb-ft).

The Legacy also beats the Hyundai Sonata in performance, though Hyundai is preparing a sporty N-Line model with a 2.5-liter turbo four that makes 290 hp and 310 lb-ft. This engine is already available in the 2021 Kia K5 GT.

The turbo engine offers a lot of power for an ordinary family sedan.

Regardless of the competition, the turbo engine offers a lot of power for an ordinary family sedan. Hence, the Legacy XT can easily be thought of as a bigger sibling of the Subaru WRX. However, this is not the case. That Legacy is decently quick (zero to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, according to Subaru), but nothing else is sporty. The chassis is designed for comfort and not for handling. This is a sensible decision as most mid-size sedans will actually be used. The Honda Accord and Mazda 6 remain the better choices for driving enthusiasts.

The CVT also sabotages the engine with uneven power output. As in the outback, the engine and transmission don't seem to be on the same side. The jerky acceleration feels like riding with a beginner learning to ride a stick. This car requires a different transmission or at least a readjustment of the CVT. That would turn a good car into a great one.

Fuel economy and safety

Turbocharged 2020 legacy models like our test car have a combined output of 27 mpg (24 mpg city, 32 mpg highway), compared to 23 mpg combined (20 mpg city, 28 mpg highway) for the old six-cylinder model. According to the car's on-board computer, we got an average of 24 mpg over a week. With the less powerful base engine, the Legacy is paired with 30 mpg (27 mpg city, 35 mpg highway).

The Legacy offers slightly better combined fuel economy in the city than a 2.0-liter turbo Honda Accord, but the Honda gets the same 32 MPG highway. The Nissan Altima is rated at 29 mpg (25 mpg city, 34 mpg highway) when combined with its optional turbo engine that uses variable compression to force out extra mpg. The Accord, Hyundai Sonata and Toyota Camry are also available with hybrid drives, but the Legacy is not.

The 2020 Legacy received the highest Top Safety Pick + rating from the Road Safety Insurance Institute as well as an overall five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration – the highest safety rating from the federal agency.

Subaru offers a three year base 36,000 mile warranty and a five year 60,000 mile warranty on the powertrain. That's about the average for a mainstream brand, though Hyundai and Kia offer longer warranty periods. Subaru also has an excellent reputation for reliability.

How DT would configure this car

The Limited XT trim level tested here seems to be the sweet spot of the 2020 Legacy range. It gets the turbo engine, which is worth the extra money over a base engine that hasn't impressed in other newer Subaru vehicles. The Limited is also the lowest equipment option for the DriverFocus camera system, but only as part of an option package that also includes navigation, an electric sunroof and a heated steering wheel.

At the same time, it doesn't seem to make sense to upgrade to the highest touring trim level. The only features that are added are a front camera and nappa leather seats. The Limited is already equipped with leather seats, but allegedly made of inferior material.

It's unclear how much aftermarket support the 2020 Legacy will get, but this seems like a car with potential. Subaru is unlikely to offer a new version of the old Legacy 2.5GT Spec.B performance model, but it would be great to see one of these cars with stickier tires, bigger brakes, and improved suspension to match its turbo-charged performance.

Our opinion

The 2020 Subaru Legacy continues to stand out from the crowd. The optional turbo engine gives this new model the much needed momentum, and the all-wheel drive traction remains beneficial even in snowy climates. In addition, there is the EyeSight and DriverFocus technology as well as one of the best integrated touchscreens in the industry. The Legacy was meant to appeal to more than just traditional Subaru fans.

The legacy is not perfect. The Honda Accord and Mazda 6 are better driver cars, and the Hyundai Sonata has its own clever technology in the form of Smart Parking Assist self-parking. The Nissan Altima is better able to balance turbocharged performance with good mileage bring, and the Accord, Sonata and Toyota Camry are all available with hybrid drives for even better MPG.

Nevertheless, the Legacy covers all bases and, with its standard all-wheel drive, offers additional insurance for bad weather.

Should you get one

Yes. With all-wheel drive and lots of tech, the Legacy is a great alternative to the mainstays of the midsize sedan.

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2020 Subaru Outback Touring XT Review: Big Screen

June 30, 2020
Posted by Samson

2020 Subaru Outback

2020 Subaru Outback Touring XT review: tons of technology

"The 2020 Subaru Outback is a robust, practical car that doesn't save on technology."

Powerful turbo engine
A large screen that justifies its size
Comfortable ride
Well-executed driver assistant technician

The price rises quickly with options

The Subaru Outback was developed under the motto "If you can't beat them, join them". In the 1990s, Subaru took one of its four-wheel suits and added some SUV-like styling details to create the outback. The model is still popular, even though other SUV cars have been pushed out of the market.

The outback remains a convincing SUV alternative, also thanks to a spacious loading space and all-wheel traction. The outback was revised for model year 2020 and expands the mix by more technology. The car is available with an 11.6-inch touchscreen and Subaru's DriverFocus system, which uses a driver-related camera to detect distractions.

Outback 2020 prices start at $ 27,655, but our test car was a Touring XT model priced at $ 40,705. It had every bell and whistle, including the large touchscreen, DriverFocus and a more powerful turbo engine.

Design and interior

The Subaru Outback 2020 is still essentially a car version of the Subaru Legacy sedan (which was also redesigned for the 2020 model year). The outback not only has a tailgate instead of a trunk, but also has plastic trim for an SUV-like look. The outback drives up a lot for a car too, so it feels more like an SUV. Its 8.7 inch ground clearance is actually more than a Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4.

The interior is typical Subaru, with a simple but reasonable layout.

Despite the redesign, it is difficult for you to distinguish the Outback 2020 from its predecessor. The new model is also quite large as the Outback 2019. It is a little wider and longer, but with the same wheelbase. The 2020 Outback runs under the skin on the Subaru Global Platform, on which most of the automaker's other models are based. Subaru claims that the 2020 Outback has 70% stiffer torsional stiffness than its predecessor, which helps improve handling and creates a more solid feel. According to Subaru, the new model can absorb more than 40% more energy even in front and side impacts.

2020 Subaru outback rear Stephen Edelstein / Digital Trends

The interior is typical Subaru, with a simple but reasonable layout. Our touring test car was fully leather-cushioned, but the materials didn't feel worthy of the $ 40,000 price tag. Like many other car manufacturers, Subaru opted for a piano-black plastic panel that scratches and smears easily and, in our experience, creates a lot of glare on sunny days.

In terms of interior space, the outback is inexpensive compared to the compact crossovers that you can buy for similar money. It has more front legroom than a Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4, and with rear seats folded down, more cargo space than a Ford Escape. However, the outback follows Subaru's own forester, thanks to its larger, more box-shaped body.

Technology, infotainment and driver assistance

The big technical news for 2020 is an available 11.6 inch touchscreen in portrait format. The screen is standard in all outback trim levels, with the exception of the base model (which has a 7.0-inch touchscreen), while Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across the board.

Many automakers have large screens installed, but most don't seem to know what to do with all of these properties. Subaru did something smart and straightforward – it just enlarged the menu icons. You don't have to blink to see anything on this screen, and the large icons are easier to find while driving. Subaru also placed icons for climate control at the bottom of the screen – roughly where analog controls are usually – and included an analog volume control, which is still the best tool for this job.

2020 Subaru Outback interior Stephen Edelstein / Digital Trends

The 2020 Outback also gets Subaru's EyeSight Driver Assistant technology, which uses forward-facing cameras near the rearview mirror instead of the radar equipment used by most other automakers. Adaptive cruise control with lane centering is standard, while blind spot monitoring, lane change assistant and rear cross traffic alarm are optional extras. The Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 are equipped with adaptive cruise control as standard. The Ford Escape costs extra, but the Ford system has a stop-and-go function.

Subaru did something smart and straightforward – it just enlarged the menu icons.

On the highway, adaptive cruise control was characterized by a constant pace, but reacted slowly when cars drove abruptly. In a straight line, the lane centering function did its job with the smoothest steering inputs, but had problems with even the slightest turns. These are issues that we have seen with most of the competitor systems, and overall performance has been good for a vehicle in this price range that lacks the more sophisticated sensor suites of high-end models.

Subaru is one of a few automakers (along with BMW and Cadillac) that use a driver-side camera to ensure that people don't use these technical features irresponsibly. The DriverFocus system, which was introduced in the Forester, sends audio and video warnings when the driver takes his eyes off the road. As with the Forester, we found DriverFocus to be fairly inconspicuous, with no false alarms.

Experience driving

Another big change for 2020 is under the hood. For the first time since 2009, the Outback is available with a four-cylinder engine with a turbocharger. As with all Subaru engines, a “boxer” configuration allows this engine to sit lower in the chassis, which helps improve driveability. Together with the Ascent, the turbo engine delivers 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque. You have to pay extra for this force. Base Outbacks receive from the Forester a 2.5-liter boxer four-cylinder with naturally aspirated engine that delivers 182 hp and 176 lb-ft.

The base engine offers competitive numbers for this segment, but the optional turbo engine is the partback of the outback. Only the Jeep Cherokee, which is available with a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder with 270 hp, offers a similar combination of performance and utility in a vehicle of this size.

2020 Subaru Outback touchscreen Stephen Edelstein / Digital Trends

Regardless of the engine, the outback receives a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and all-wheel drive. Like the Ascent and the Forester, the all-wheel drive system also has an “X-Mode”, which is designed for light off-roading. This doesn't turn the outback into a hardcore off-roader, but it comes in handy for unpaved roads and deep snow.

The optional turbo engine is the part of the outback.

On the road, the extra power of the turbo engine was a stroke of luck when other vehicles were overhauled. However, the engine and transmission did not always seem to be on the same side, which resulted in uneven power output, which we did not remember from the same combination when climbing higher. Although the outback was smaller and had a lower center of gravity, it did not have the cornering capabilities of the Ascent. The handling wasn't bad, but the outback's limits felt much lower than those of its big siblings.

Subaru also found a good balance between handling and driving quality. The outback felt almost luxurious and absorbed bumps without feeling floating and separate from the road. A comfortable ride is probably more important to the person buying this car than a few extra degrees of manageability. If you want a sporty Subaru, buy a WRX STI.

Fuel consumption and security

Our turbo test car has a combined output of 26 mpg (23 mpg city, 30 mpg highway). This is a significant improvement over the old six-cylinder outback, which could only produce 22 mpg together, and a little behind a turbocharged Honda CR-V (29 mpg combined) and a non-hybrid Toyota RAV4 (28 mpg combined). According to the car's on-board computer, we reached an average of 22 mpg over a week's drive.

The 2020 Outback received the highest Top Safety Pick + rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and a five-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Subaru offers a three-year basic warranty of 36,000 miles and a five-year warranty of 60,000 miles for the powertrain. That's about the average of a mainstream brand, although Hyundai and Kia offer longer warranty periods. Subaru also has an excellent reputation for reliability.

How DT would configure this car

Our ideal outback would be equipped similarly to the car we tested. It may be a significant price increase, but if you want technology, the Touring equipment variant is the right one. The Touring is the only equipment variant that is equipped with the DriverFocus deflection function as standard. It also has an 11.6-inch touchscreen, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats and an electric sunroof.

2020 Subaru Outback in front Stephen Edelstein / Digital Trends

We would shell out for the turbo engine too. Although we haven't had a chance to test the base machine, our experience in the Forester shows that this would be the wrong choice. The Forester felt sluggish with this engine and things are unlikely to change in the heavier outback.

Our opinion

The Subaru Outback is a familiar sight on roads in the northeast and northwest, but the latest version is aimed at a much broader appeal. The outback still offers great utility and all-wheel traction in a low-key package, but now with more technology and a better turbo engine.

For the last generation outback, buyers had chosen between an economical but underperforming four-cylinder engine and a powerful but thirsty six-cylinder. The Turbo Four of the 2020 Outback makes the difference and offers an urgently needed performance increase without destroying the mileage.

No one bought a 2019 outback for their infotainment system, but the 2020 model gets one of the largest screens in a mainstream car. Unlike its rivals Ford and Toyota, Subaru also used this large screen effectively. Subaru's EyeSight Driver Assistant technology is still among the best in this price range, and the DriverFocus feature ensures that it is not misused.

As the only car of a mainstream brand that is still on the market, the outback mainly competes against SUVs such as the Honda CR-V, the Toyota RAV4 and the Ford Escape. The Subaru is close to the competition in terms of interior space and fuel consumption, and shows how close they are to conventional cars. The outback also has a much stronger tech game thanks to its 11.6-inch touchscreen and EyeSight and DriverFocus driver aids. The 260-horsepower engine provides additional fun that most other small SUVs don't have.

Should you get one?

Yes. The outback offers an impressive combination of technology and utility.

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Subaru STI S209 Review: The Best STI Finally Hits The U.S.

March 14, 2020
Posted by Samson

Subaru STI S209

Subaru STI S209 review: The fastest STI comes to America

"The S209 justifies its price for Subaru super fans."

Incredible grip
Sharp, responsive chassis
Well behaved in the city
Aggressive style

Expensive
Additional performance is hardly noticeable

Subaru has a well-documented history of playing alphabet soup with hot rod cars. From the Impreza 22B to the BRZ tS, these special machines ranged from legitimate legends for road traffic to glorified equipment packages. This has led to confusion over the years. For connoisseurs, STI, which stands for Subaru Tecnica International, the company's performance-oriented sub-brand, is an acronym that stands for size.

We had a fair share of the seat time in the fifth generation WRX STI, based in Impreza, a car that is a bit unrefined compared to some of its competitors, but offers a lot of charm. But there is another STI offering that a US driver may not know about. Over the past 20 years, Subaru Tecnica International has launched a range of limited-production S-Line models that take STI performance to a new level. All were exclusive to Japan.

Subaru STI S209 Bradley Iger / Digital Trends

With the S209, the latest S-Line creation from STI, Subaru decided to change the program. Only 209 copies of the automaker's latest WRX STI are produced, all of which travel to the United States.

Each model includes a laundry list with upgrades for the STI garden variety and a high MSRP of $ 63,995. This type of coin takes the STI out of its original competition set, which is occupied by cars like the Ford Focus RS and the Honda Civic Type R, and places it next to the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 and the BMW M2 Competition.

Does the S209 have the hardware to secure its price?

Inside and outside

Although Subaru's performance is often linked to a rally competition on stage, S-Line vehicles focus more on the road course capabilities. For this purpose, the route intentions of this car are obvious at first glance, from the fenders on display to the canards and the unique rear wing. It is clear that the S209 has fast runtimes in mind. However, its extroverted aero is just the tip of the iceberg.

The strongest iteration of the Subaru 2.5-liter boxer engine EJ25, which we have seen in a production car, is hidden under the hood. It features a new intake and air filter design for improved engine breathing, larger injectors and a larger turbocharger that can deliver a maximum boost pressure of 18.9 psi.

Subaru STI S209 engine Bradley Iger / Digital Trends

There is also a trick intercooler water spray system. It works like an overboost function. With paddles mounted on the steering wheel, you can call up the system at will to inject water mist into the charge air cooler. This briefly lowers the temperatures for brief additional power surges.

The combination, which exhales through a unique low throttle exhaust system, is good for 341 hp and 330 pound-feet of torque, up to 31 hp and 40 pounds per foot. from the standard STI. Coupled with a six-speed manual gearbox with a tight gear ratio, the all-wheel-drive Sube is said to be able to perform sprints from 5 seconds up to 60 miles an hour on its way to a top speed of 162 mph from 5 seconds.

Subaru STI S209 Bradley Iger / Digital Trends

Sharper looks and more grunts are always welcome, but it's the suspension and suspension improvements that really set the S209 apart from its STI-branded brothers. Specially tuned Bilstein dampers are equipped with 10 mm lowering springs, a 20 mm stabilizer bar at the rear and pillow-like bushings for the front / rear side arms to improve body control. A two-piece strut tower bar and flexible front / rear stiffeners stiffen the body of the vehicle to maximize tire grip, improve cornering stability and improve steering behavior.

Speaking of tire grip, there are some of them. This is not only due to the improvements in handling, but also to the 265 mm wide Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT600A summer tires on which the S209 rolls and wrap the unique 19 × 9 inch BBS wheels. The braking force is provided by the same Brembo hardware that you find on a standard STI. However, a new material with a high friction pad replaces the standard pads to improve light resistance.

Subaru STI S209 interior Bradley Iger / Digital Trends

Inside, it usually runs as usual, although the steering wheel wrapped in Alcantara, the S209 emblem, silver contrast stitching and a serial badge in front of the gear lever help distinguish this S-Line car from other models. Subaru's 7.0-inch Multimedia Plus infotainment is standard and the only system offered in the S209. This means that navigation and the Harman Kardon sound system are not available. Fortunately, the touchscreen system supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so Google Maps, Waze and other supported apps are available to help close the gap.

Steering

The standard STI has earned a reputation for being a fairly stiff driver, and given the route focus of the STI S209, we expected this machine to have even less compliance in the city.

Imagine our surprise when the S209 not only proved good-natured in LA's urban sprawl, but also more comfortable than a typical STI. The lightweight, communicative clutch and the Recaro sports seats made the car's sporting intentions clear, but had only a minimal impact on daily driving behavior. We wouldn't mind strengthening the thighs a little more to keep the front occupants seated if it was fun.

Subaru STI S209 interior Bradley Iger / Digital Trends

Speaking of which, it should come as no surprise that the technical switchbacks of the San Gabriel Mountains highlighted the greatest strengths of the S209. The extra power under the hood – even if we pulled the intercooler paddles in the hope of a video game-like performance boost – isn't transformative, but the improvements to the suspension and suspension are.

The Dunlops offer breathtaking grip and are connected to a chassis that both wants to change direction and quickly forgive imperfect inputs. This makes the S209 a car that promotes trust if you familiarize yourself with its limits.

Subaru STI S209 Bradley Iger / Digital Trends

As with all WRX-based models, the overall sophistication of the Subaru pales in comparison to cars like the Volkswagen Golf R, but the quick fading of the VW in the rearview mirror on a good road will be a source of comfort for S209 owners.

Our opinion

Given its price, the fact that only 209 vehicles are built, and the lack of options available, the S209 is ultimately a model aimed more at collectors than enthusiasts. This is a bit of a shame, because the improvements in the entire car serve to noticeably increase performance without affecting driving behavior.

This is the most powerful WRX STI that has ever come out of a Subaru factory, but its price tag puts it in a league of cars that are likely to outperform it on a number of fronts. However, if Subaru applied these suspension and suspension modifications to a garden-style STI at a cheaper price, it would have a potential game changer in this segment.

How DT would configure this car

The only option available for the STI S209 is color – 128 units will be produced in World Rally Blue with matte silver wheels, while the remaining 81 cars will wear the Crystal White Pearl paint with gold wheels. Ideally, we would choose the World Rally Blue with the gold wheels of our test car, but we would be ready to settle for the combination of blue and matte silver.

Should you get one?

Most people, including enthusiasts, will want to see more powerful cars in this price range. However, if you have the resources and are a Subaru fan, this car is a real treat.
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