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2008 Subaru Legacy consumer reviews

$20,495–$21,695 MSRP range
side view of 2008 Legacy Subaru
(52 reviews)
80% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.1
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.2
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.1
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This car is a sleeper! Very impressive sedan with

No other car in it's category is as affordable and as value packed as this model. Such a great combination which is not easily found. This car has been meticulously maintained by Subaru.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Subaru Legacy GT 2008

Awesome auto...looks super cool and it?s fast as a full grown chicken that has tasted flight for the first time. 5 speed stick shift is short and tight like a Japanese haiku. Sounds like a V8 with an aftermarket exhaust. Buy one right now

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Subaru Lover

My last vehicle was a jeep. This vehicle is like driving a dream compared to the last one. I get way better gas mileage driving back and forth to school. I love it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable vehicle we ever owned.

We have owned this Subaru Legacy for 10 years and it is just as safe and reliable as it was when we first purchased it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Don't get used!

Bought for my wife, and whew, wish I didn't. 128k miles, and tranny is almost dead. Sluggish start, and even acceleration. Interior/exterior is almost identical to that of a Volvo S60, was disappointed. Car insurance over priced too.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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The car is really comfortable when driving

The car is good I like the sound system and the heated seats the mpg is good I save lost of money on the gas and it?s great

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent

2008 Legacy GT 5spd manual - This car after 10 years still runs and drives like new. I rent cars frequently while traveling for work and few cars made today match the quality, performance, drive-ability, and reliability of this car. I hate to give it up specifically because I cannot replace it (Subaru does not make this car anymore).

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love it.

I am very happy with this purchase. It was a first car for my daughter and it gives me peace of mind that she is driving a vehicle with a good safety record.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Sleeper with the style of a daily driver

Currently own a 2008 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT model. Enjoy the added power of the turbo and the reliability of all wheel drive. Car handles well and has comfortable bucket seats. Car takes off and picks up well when you want a little extra punch to get up to highway speed or whatever the situation may be. I have also enjoyed the ability to easily upgrade the stereo system and the rims are interchangeable with the 09' WRX rims. Which look great on this model. Gas mileage is decent getting typically 25-30 mpg. I would recommend this car to a fellow subie enthusiast.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Least expensive car in repairs.

Car has great pick up and road handling in all kinds of weather. A little tight in the front even for the driver. A little more cabin room in the front would be welcome.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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