Is the 2019 Subaru Legacy a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B8.5/10
The 2019 Subaru Legacy Limited is a solid choice if you want a comfortable, safe, and reliable sedan with all-wheel drive, though potential buyers should be aware of the minor, yet manageable, issues.
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Pros
- Excellent safety features
- All-wheel drive standard
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Below average acceleration
- Limited rear seat space
- Occasional infotainment glitches
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
25 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,800/yr
Expected lifespan
250,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Oil consumption in 2.5L engine
- Infotainment system lag
- CVT transmission noise
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (3)
The 2019 Subaru Legacy has 3 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Structure (campaign 19V493000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump — Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may …
- Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump — Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.…
- Structure — Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Legacy and Outback vehicles. Spot welds located on the duct below the cowl panel may have been improperly applied, impacting the vehicle's body strength.…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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