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2008 Subaru Legacy AWD

The 2008 Subaru Legacy AWD is a sedan. It has a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine producing 175 hp (130 kW), with a 4-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 7.8 seconds and top speed is 118 mph (190 km/h).

2008 Subaru Legacy AWD
2008
Year
2,500 cc
Engine
175 hp
Power
Automatic (S4)
Trans.
Petrol
Fuel

ABOUT THE 2008 SUBARU LEGACY AWD

Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed August 21, 2026.

SPECS

Make Subaru Model Legacy AWD
Year 2008 Version / Trim Subaru 2008 Legacy AWD
Body Style Sedan Doors 4
Seats 5 Ext. Colour Satin White Pearl, Obsidian Black Pearl, Brilliant Silver Metallic, Diamond Gray Metallic, Garnet Red Pearl, Regal Blue Pearl, Newport Blue Pearl, Champagne Gold Opal
Steering LHD / RHD Manufactured In Japan
Drive All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Transmission Automatic (S4)
Engine 2.5L 4-cyl Engine Size 2,500 cc
Power 175 hp / 130 kW Torque 164 Nm / 121 lb-ft
0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) 7.8 sec Top Speed 118 mph (190 km/h)
Fuel Economy 20 mpg city / 27 mpg hwy
Wheelbase 2,615 mm Kerb Weight 1,350 kg (2,976 lb)

HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2008 SEDANS

Compared with other 2008 sedans in our database, its 175 hp is 36% less than the average 2008 sedan (272 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.6 seconds slower than average, and it is 16% lighter than the typical sedan.

2008 Subaru Legacy AWDAverage 2008 sedansDifference
Power 175 hp 272 hp (99 cars) -36%
Torque 164 Nm 336 Nm (99 cars) -51%
0–60 mph 7.8 s 7.2 s (98 cars) +9%
Top speed 118 mph 136 mph (98 cars) -13%
Kerb weight 1,350 kg 1,602 kg (117 cars) -16%
Engine size 2,500 cc 3,309 cc (117 cars) -24%

Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.

CLOSEST RIVALS

Other 2008 sedans with similar power to the 2008 Subaru Legacy AWD.

CarPower0–60 mphKerb weight
2008 Subaru Legacy AWD 175 hp 7.8 s 1,350 kg
2008 Nissan Altima 175 hp 8.3 s 1,390 kg
2008 Honda Accord 177 hp 7.4 s 1,450 kg
2008 Volkswagen Jetta 170 hp 9.0 s 1,290 kg
2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid 169 hp 7.4 s 1,500 kg
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OTHER YEARS OF THE SUBARU LEGACY AWD

FEATURES

Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Spare Tyre