Motor Image Pilipinas to unveil new Subaru Legacy, Outback

[AG4]

Motor Image Pilipinas to unveil new Subaru Legacy, Outback

October 06, 2009
Press photos from Motor Image, gallery photos by Vernon B. Sarne

Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the country, will soon unveil the fifth-generation Subaru Legacy and the Legacy Outback in the local market.

The Subaru Legacy is arriving just two weeks after it made its regional debut in Singapore. It boasts of improved space and a more comfortable driving experience while retaining the sporty nature that has made it popular over the past 20 years.

"The all new Subaru Legacy series has surpassed all expectations with its redesign and enhanced features. It has been highly anticipated and already won a couple of accolades. We are confident that the cars will add to an already strong following of the Legacy," said Hannah Tan, Motor Image Group's regional marketing manager.

Motor Image Pilipinas is bringing in the Subaru Legacy 2.5GT sedan and wagon variants equipped with four-cylinder DOHC engine. Both variants come with the Subaru-Intelligent Drive feature to suit various driving styles.

-Top Gear Philippines

265PS Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Sedan (P1.998M)


265PS Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Wagon (P2.098M)


260PS Subaru Legacy Outback 3.6 (P2.398M)


Click here for more info: http://www.topgear.com.ph/news/motor...legacy-outback


Related thread: Subaru Legacy Concept (preview of the next gen Legacy) http://tsikot.yehey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=56186

[Horsepower]

Weird. They still aren't bringing the Boxer diesels in.

[ghosthunter]

Doesn't the Legacy looks too much like the Mazda3?

[JackFlash]

Sadly from MotorTrend Review (my worst fears have been confirmed : NO automatic for the Turbo model):

"....Alas, the same cannot be said of the $28,690 2.5GT Premium and $30,690 2.5GT Limited, both of which come only with the manual and viscous-coupling AWD. It's a shame, really, because the six-speed is its Achilles heel, the weak link in an otherwise stout chain that includes a 265-horse turbo four, 18-inch alloys with 224/45 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tires, and larger brakes. What about the STI's hand-built six-speed? Too expensive, Subaru says. Of note are the engine's larger intercooler, new exhaust, and relocation of the turbo below the engine, all of which contribute to less turbo lag and more power. Despite the industrial-feeling gearbox, the GT should hit 60 in around 5.5 seconds. Fuel economy, at 18/25, is respectable but premium gas is required."- MotorTrend.


My wife doesnt drive Manual sadly. Guess I gotta cross this out. DAMN !!!!!!!!! Im truly heartbroken.....

As in, no AT at all for the sedan? That can't be right. Although I appreciate the sportiness of an MT, my er... age has begun to prefer the more relaxed driving from an AT, esp in Manila's horrendous traffic. Been wanting to get rid of the S40 but couldn't decide which bigger car to change it with. The Camry is too staid and too common. Accord, puede na sana. When I saw the Legacy, I thought, "now there's a bigger, sportier exec sedan..."

[AG4]

As in, no AT at all for the sedan? That can't be right. Although I appreciate the sportiness of an MT, my er... age has begun to prefer the more relaxed driving from an AT, esp in Manila's horrendous traffic....

The local spec 265PS 2010 Legacy 2.5GT comes with a 5-speed A/T.
The local Motor Image website is not yet updated but you can check out the specs at Motioncars' car chart: http://www.motioncars.com/carchart/h...aru_legacy.htm
...and Motor Image Singapore: http://motorimage.net/SG/showroom/Le...specifications

[JackFlash]

The local spec 265PS 2010 Legacy 2.5GT comes with a 5-speed A/T.
The local Motor Image website is not yet updated but you can check out the specs at Motioncars' car chart: http://www.motioncars.com/carchart/h...aru_legacy.htm
...and Motor Image Singapore: http://motorimage.net/SG/showroom/Le...specifications

This is such good news! Muchas gracias for the info and the links. Like EQAddict, I am now a happy man.

[ssaloon]

I'm not feeling the styling of the Legacy. I prefer the outgoing model's looks...

[alwayz_yummy]

I'm not feeling the styling of the Legacy. I prefer the outgoing model's looks...

i agree to that....but still my wife would not dig-in to the outback's body style: wagon....

[JackFlash]

I'm not feeling the styling of the Legacy. I prefer the outgoing model's looks...

If styling and looks were the only consideration, I'd opt for the Mazda6. But looking at the specs of the new Subaru Legacy, I am reminded of what the Fox said to the Little Prince: "What is essential is invisible to the eye." He could very well be referring to the turbo 265PS engine, AWD, 5AT. OK na sa akin yun.

[eggman]

Ok na buy lang dito ay yung Sedan at yung Outback.. Parang gusto ko yata yung 2.5 GT Turbo wagon!!

[Memphis Raines]

Yeah it does look like a Mazda 3 it just kicked-in Yo!

Subys have always been not that good in the looks department. Their styling is an acquired taste and takes some time to grow on you. Even the Impreza Sedan's front end has morphed into looking very much like a Chevy Optra.

But in the performance aspect, my oh my, puts a big grin on your face

[ronw123w124]

Finally, a worthy competitor to the Camry.

[JackFlash]

Yeah it does look like a Mazda 3 it just kicked-in Yo!

Subys have always been not that good in the looks department. Their styling is an acquired taste and takes some time to grow on you. Even the Impreza Sedan's front end has morphed into looking very much like a Chevy Optra.

But in the performance aspect, my oh my, puts a big grin on your face

If the current crop of executive sedans in the Phils were to play James Bond...

... the Camry would be Roger Moore
... the Accord would be Sean Connery
... the Mazda6 would be Pierce Brosnan
... the 2010 Legacy would be Daniel Craig

[basti08]

I think its now time for Mazda to bring a Mazdaspeed6.

[AG4]

I think its now time for Mazda to bring a Mazdaspeed6.

If only one existed.
Last I heard they have no plans for a Mazdaspeed version of the new 6/Atenza.

The original AWD turbocharged Mazdaspeed 6 (aka Mazdaspeed Atenza, 6 MPS) was discontinued with the last gen 6/Atenza.

[ronw123w124]

I went to the Subaru showroom this afternoon to see the new Legacy in the flesh and I'm very impressed with it. All I can say is WOW!!!

[ianmitsulancer]

I'm not feeling the styling of the Legacy. I prefer the outgoing model's looks...

IMO, its the outgoing Outback's that i like better. the New Legacy seems to be ok... more thoughts about it when i see it in real.

[ryan]

Old Outback was ok except that rear seat leg room was really tight...even a Civic has much bigger leg room.

But new Legacy looks promising! Hope to see actual one soon.

[splurnecky]

i hope the sedan does look better in person. if it does, then i'm out for a headache in choosing this or the genesis coupe. nothing immediate, i HOPE to do the purchase second quarter of next year.

for the same price range, the difference in specs don't vary as much. this is meant to be my alternative car, on days when you just need that driving pleasure lacking of an SUV. the outgoing legacy was one of my choices, along with the mazda6. but the wife prevailed arguing that she drives an e28 already, hence the SUV. but now i'm just as more determined to get myself a toy for a haven't grown up boy haha.

anyone care to indulge with me on this? to those who are in the better know, the new legacy or the genesis coupe?

[ghosthunter]

I just had the opportunity to test drive both the Subaru Legacy 2.5T GT sedan and wagon.

For people of my "frame", the Legacy would seat four in good comfort. Head room is great especially for the rear seat in the wagon. Leg room for both front and rear are spacious, even better than the new Benz E-class (which I also got to drive). With a small driver up front, there is literally enough room for a lapdance at the back seat.

The dashboard is well thought out in how the buttons and screens are placed. In fact it is much better than some more expensive luxury cars I have driven. Everything seems to be well organized in what it does from the radio/CD player to the climate control to the controls placed on the steering wheel. (Cruise control, radio, paddle shifts on the wheel).

Driving the new Legacy, the car feels firm but not stiff on it's suspension. The wagon feels slightly more softer (and comfy) to drive probably because of the higher curb weight. Rolling on 18 inch wheels of the demo car, you don't feel the roughness of the road but you still get enough feedback through the steering wheel to know what the car is doing.

Flooring the gas pedal while the car is in [S] mode, acceleration is smooth. Flicking the selector knob to choose [S]# mode, acceleration is much more pronounced and getting to 100 kph is also quicker. In this mode, you can also now use the paddle shifts to either down or up shift. The "gear" display in the middle of the dashboard also displays arrow "hints" if you can up or down shift based on the current engine rpm & car speed.

The car give the driver a feel of confidence even after a short drive, enough to make you want to flick the steering wheel in a vain attempt for a power slide. Unfortunately city roads isn't the place for such antics nor sane city driving speeds are ample to get the wheels to slide (yes I tried, hehe).

Overall, the Legacy is a great car as a executive sedan. A good match against the more expensive BMW 5 series in terms of performance and luxury. And the good thing is, the new Subaru Legacy is much more affordable at P2M and P2.1M for the sedan and wagon versions. My personal choice would be the wagon.