#Subaru Legacy Touring Sedan

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Subaru Legacy Touring Sedan November Steps Concept, 1991. An open-roof version of the first generation Legacy that was shown at the 29th Tokyo Motor Show. It was powered by a 200hp turbocharged, 16 valve, 2 litre flat 4 engine

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2020 Subaru Legacy Tech Dive: EyeSight, DriverFocus, Starlink Shine

Subaru Legacy Touring XT 2020 (April)

The 2020 Subaru Legacy is a near-perfect car if you’re looking for solid transportation and extensive safety technology across all trim lines. Every Legacy has all-wheel-drive, and enough driver-assist technology to be virtually self-driving on highways while protecting pedestrians in town (called Subaru EyeSight), track and alert inattentive drivers (DriverFocus), and call for help in an accident (Subaru Starlink).

The new, 2020 seventh-generation Legacy also has front cupholders deep enough to not spill a 32-ounce Big Gulp, were the car capable of a 4-second 0-60 run (it’s more like 7 to 9 seconds, depending on the engine). The engine’s “boxer” technology, similar to what Porsche uses, lowers the car’s center of gravity. The front and back rows are spacious and the trunk is enormous. Highway mileage is in the upper thirties.

So what’s not to like? Not much. This Subie won’t move the excitement needle quite like Mazda or Honda does among midsize sedans. It’s not as dazzling as the 2020 Hyundai Sonata. There’s less ground clearance than the similar Subaru Outback crossover. The new infotainment system and navigation had a few quirks, the kind a firmware upgrade typically cures, and stop-start twisted the steering wheel and my thumb a couple of times (more below).

The Nappa leather cockpit of the 2020 Subaru legacy.

The Car for Inattentive Drivers?

You say you’re a good driver; I say I’m a good driver. Yet surveys find the majority of Americans self-describe themselves as above-average drivers, which is statistically impossible. And yet, we also know people close to us whose driving skills or cognition worry us: teenagers and others in their first few years of driving, aging parents, a spouse or partner who’s had a couple of fender-benders that were the fault of “the other guy,” and people who text or create on-the-fly playlists even when they know it’s unsafe.

Subaru is a leader among automakers in making virtually all its safety technology standard across every one of the six trim lines, or model variants, of this new 2020 car. Buy any Legacy Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, Limited XT, or Touring XT and you get:

A dual front-facing camera system, Subaru EyeSight, to keep you in your driving lane, warn of / brake for possible forward collisions, detect and brake for pedestrians at speeds up to 20 mph.

Full-range adaptive cruise control as part of EyeSight.

An active driving assistance system that controls speed and lane centering, pacing any car in front of you, also part of EyeSight.

LED low and high-beam headlamps with automatic high-beam control.

All-wheel-drive for extra grip in snow or rain, or on gravel roads.

Any Legacy other than the base model has safety telematics (called Subaru Starlink) standard. Blind-spot warning is available, optional on two trim lines and standard on three; it also includes rear cross-traffic alert and automatic braking while backing up. An excellent eye-tracking driver distraction system, DriverFocus, is standard on the top two trim lines and optional on a third.

One feature not offered is a surround-view camera array that primarily improves tight-spaces parking, but it also protects you (if you watch the screen) from running into kids’ tricycles or kids on tricycles. Rear auto-braking provides that protection.

With the 260-hp turbo engine (top two trim lines only), you’ll hit 60 in 6-7 seconds. Add 2 seconds for the 182 hp engine on other Legacies.

Legacy on the Road: Mostly Smooth Sailing

I drove the top-of-the-line 2020 Subaru Legacy Touring XT, about $37,000 including shipping, with warm brown Nappa leather, moonroof, an 11-inch portrait-orientation center stack LCD, vented front seats, heated fronts and rears, onboard navigation, and immense amounts of back-seat legroom and trunk room.

Subaru lie-flat boxer engine: two cylinders go left, two cylinders go right.

With the new, 2.4-liter turbo engine of 260 hp and continuously variable transmission on the Limited and Touring XTs, it was quick, hitting 60 mph in 6-7 seconds. Highway miles went by quickly. Under foot-down acceleration, there wasn’t much noise from the CVT transmission; some testers have noted it on the non-turbo Legacy that has to be pushed harder to get up to highway speeds.

Most four-cylinder-engine cars have an inline design. Most Subarus including the Legacy have horizontally opposed, flat or boxer engines. They are effectively V engines where the angle is 180 degrees, not the 60 or 90 degrees of V6 or V8 engines. The engine is more compact, has less inherent vibration, gives the car a lower center of gravity, and allows for a lower hood and better driver sightlines. Against that, the engine requires two cylinder heads. Porsche also uses flat-six engines in the 911, Cayman, Spyder, and Boxster. The term boxer alludes not to the small crate it fits in, but rather the in-out motion of the two adjacent pistons that looks like a boxer’s fists.

Where most automakers use a combination of radar and a camera for driver assists, Subaru’s Eyesight system uses stereoscopic cameras. It’s standard on the 2020 Legacy, Forester, Outback, and Ascent; and available on the Impreza, Crosstrek, and WRX.

Pedestrian Detection Saves Another Jaywalker

Highway driving was enjoyable with the driver assists, a nicely sound-insulated cabin, very good Harman Kardon premium audio, Wi-Fi on Starlink telematics cars, and USB jacks for four people. In town, the driver assists work well; a jaywalker who popped out mid-block was picked up and the car came to a quick (sudden) stop. But spirited back-roads driving was not as much fun as some other cars in its class, notably the Mazda6 and Honda Accord. The 2020 Subaru Legacy is based on the same new platform as the 2020 Subaru Outback crossover-almost-wagon. But the Legacy’s ground clearance is 5.9 inches to 8.7 inches for the Outback. So the Legacy is fine in the rain, snow, and on gravel roads, but not the first choice in Subarus if the road to your country cabin is deeply rutted.

Subaru has rudimentary self-driving capabilities utilizing EyeSight, although Subaru doesn’t consider it to be formal self-drive tech and has no Eye-something shorthand name such as, say, EyeDrive. (BMW might not be amused.) Once activated, it centers you on a highway and proceeds at a pre-set speed, slowing for cars in front of you. It combines Subaru’s Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control feature with Lane Centering. As with other vehicles, activation is a multi-step process.

DriverFocus, on upper trim lines, combines a camera and infrared illuminator. It watches to see if the driver’s eyes are on the road ahead.

DriverFocus: Big Brother Is on Your Side

Take your eyes off the road, and the DriverFocus eye-tracker tells you to pay attention.

Subaru DriverFocus, an eyebrow module at the top of the center stack, contains a camera and IR illuminator to track where the driver is looking, and rats you out after 10-15 seconds of not looking ahead. GM’s highly regarded Super Cruise self-driving technology uses eye-tracking also.

Some driver-attention monitors count the micro-movements a driver continually makes as he or she drives.

I had two concerns with my test car: I was startled a couple of times by the gas-saving stop-start system. Occasionally as the engine came to a stop at a traffic light, the steering wheel on my test car abruptly turned a couple of inches and twice caught my thumb that was loosely holding the wheel next to the spoke. After the second time, I decided to keep my thumbs off the thumb grips once this car stopped at a light.

The infotainment system had trouble parsing some spoken commands, wanted to drive me to the intersecting street with the same name plus “Extension” at the end, and occasionally would not connect an iPhone using two different Apple cables or with Bluetooth. On sunny days, the LCD was sometimes hard to read and the brushed chrome-look trim strip around the center display reflected the sun’s glare.

The Subaru Legacy instrument panel. The center multi-information looks busy. (It is.) But it also gives the driver lots of information at a glance. If this feels like TMI, you can flip to simpler views.

EyeSight Is Improved, Still Unique

Subaru says EyeSight has been improved and I sensed that both in the ability to pick up a car ahead from a greater distance and to be less affected in the rain. In some ways, EyeSight in snowy conditions may be better than radar in that windshield wipers clear the paths in front of the two cameras. If snow blocks the radar sensor, you have to get out and scrape it off with a brush or your gloved hand, assuming the driver knows where the sensor is located in the grille. Also, snow and rain reduce the effectiveness of radar to some degree.

Subaru Legacy Touring XT, the top trim line.

Safety Features Abound

Even if you are a statistically good driver, a car such as the Legacy improves your odds of staying safe. It also improves pedestrians’ odds: A 2019 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety study found Eyesight-equipped Subarus reduce pedestrian-injury claims by 35 percent. IIHS also found Subarus with second-generation Eyesight did better than first-generation systems dating to 2010. IIHS said it found no significant self-selection bias, meaning the idea that safety-conscious good drivers might seek out safe-seeming Subarus and Volvos. Separately, IIHS found Subarus with EyeSight had up fewer rear-end collisions and passenger injuries.

How solid is Subaru on driver assists and safety technology? Here’s a rundown:

2020 Subaru Legacy Key Safety Technology, Driver Assists

Trim lines: Entry Middle Top Lane departure warning Std Std Std Lane-keeping assist Std Std Std Lane centering assist Std Std Std Blind-spot warning — $ / Std Std Adaptive cruise control Std Std Std Forward collision warning Std Std Std Auto emergency braking Std Std Std Pedestrian detection/braking Std Std Std Safety telematics (Starlink) — Std Std Driver-assist package (EyeSight) Std Std Std Driver monitoring (DriverFocus) — — / $ / Std Std Active driving assistance Std Std Std The table shows features as standard (Std), optional ($) or not available (–) on entry (Legacy base), middle (Premium, Sport, Limited, Limited XT) and top (Touring XT) trim lines.

Should You Buy?

The 2020 Subaru Legacy is a solid midsize car for people who don’t need a status symbol. The Legacy wins a lot of awards but not all of them. Consumer Reports has it as the best midsize sedan and one of only 10 CR Top Picks among 300 models for 2020. In contrast, Car and Driver put the Legacy eighth behind the Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, and the Mazda Mazda6, among others. Guess which publication favors safety features and comfortable ride versus spirited handling? The Legacy is also a 2020 IIHS Top Safety Pick+, which means good ratings in crash tests, advanced or superior ratings in available front crash prevention, and (the plus part) acceptable or good headlamps standard.

We like the Legacy a lot, even if within Subaru this is an outlier, a sedan in a company known for outdoorsy crossovers and SUVs: Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, Ascent. The Ascent had arguably been the best midsize SUV until the Kia Telluride / Hyundai Palisade came along last year. The Legacy had been unique in offering all-wheel-drive, but the Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry added it for 2020.

The steering wheel has big buttons and rockers, all legibly labeled. If only all cars were this clear with switchgear.

Subaru is a relatively reliable brand. The car is eminently practical. From the side, though, it’s hard to distinguish from a half-dozen other brands. Fuel economy is good, an EPA combined rating of 23 mpg for the turbo models, 29 mpg for the non-turbo. Real-world mileage should be several mpg higher, and with judicious driving, the non-turbo could approach 40 on the highway.

If you’re shopping Subaru for max safety, we’d suggest: Move past the Legacy base ($23,645 with freight) because you can’t get blind-spot warning / rear-cross-traffic alert or safety telematics, and past the Legacy Premium ($25,895) because you can get BSW / RCTA, but not reverse automatic braking (RAB). Blind-spot warning matters: Not all young drivers know to check side mirrors and look over their shoulders; older drivers may know, but may not have the dexterity to turn their heads sideways.

Every Legacy has dual front USB jacks (above) and, except for the base model (below), two more jacks in the back. Note how every jack and switch is nicely and legibly lettered.

The Legacy Sport ($27,845) lets you get BSW-RCTA-RAB in a $2,245 options package, along with a power moonroof and onboard navigation, for $30,090 total. Or for $30,645, you can get the Legacy Limited that includes BSW-RCTA-RAB, and the one options package, $2,045, gives you the moonroof again, a heated steering wheel, and DriverFocus. The top two trim lines, the Limited XT ($35,095) and Touring XT ($36,795), give you nice and nicer leather, DriverFocus, and the moonroof. So the sweet spot may be the Legacy Sport plus the options package, or the Legacy Limited, at about $30K each. Cross-brand shoppers comparing front-drive-only midsize competitors should attribute about $1,500 of Subaru’s price to AWD.

The Subaru Legacy should be at the top of your consideration set along with the Hyundai Sonata, the ExtremeTech 2020 Car of the Year. If you want a sporty car, look to the Mazda6, the Honda Accord, or – this is not a joke – the segment best-seller Toyota Camry with the TRD Sport, as in Toyota Racing Division.

Now read:

2020 Hyundai Sonata Review: Car of the Year? (It’s That Good)

Honda Accord Review: Way Better, and Honda Even Fixed Display Audio

2020 Subaru Forester Review: The Safety-First, Can’t-Go-Wrong-Buying-One Compact SUV

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2020 Legacy (woah) ______________________________________ Subaru may have just made the best midesized sedan in its class with the 7th gen 2020 Legacy! Finally using their dynamic design language, we see things like actual sculpted body panels, 3D taillights and full LED headlights! Now the overall styling is similar but look closely and you can see LOTS of changes especially in the rear to add a sloping roofline, and a more sleek overall design. 🔥 Under the hood is the base 2.5L Flat 4 but who cares about that when you can get the Touring XT trim with a 2.4L turbo flat 4 making 260HP and 272 lb-ft of torque hitting 60 in 6.1sec (CVT only) and it gets 32MPG. 🔥 The new Subaru platform is much stronger and ridged and the boxer engine allows for its signature low center of gravity for a planted driving feel. There is a new suspension and added torque vectoring to the Symmetrical AWD system. The interior is INSANE for a Subaru with a massive new 11.6in touch screen that works similarly like the one in the Ram 1500 where you can split the screen, (standard is a 7.0in screen), Apple carplay & Android auto, NFC pairing, 12 speaker harmon Kardon audio, The Touring gets Nappa leather, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats and the very imprsssive Eyesight system with rear cross traffic alert, blind spot monitoring, lane keep assist, emergency braking, adaptive cruise cronteol and the new Driver Focus system that uses infrared lights to monitor your eyes to detect drowsiness ! ________________________________________ EXTRA: This over a Mazda 6?? ________________________________________ - - #Subaru #Legacy #Flat4 #Ascent #USA #indiana #japanese #japan #turbo #Wrx #XT #AWD #symmetricalAWD ||#powerful #performance #turbocharged #supercharged #advanced #Supercar #HyperCar #ItsWhiteNoise #CarLifeStyle #MadWhips #cars #Carstagram #AmazingCars247 An #allcarnews post https://www.instagram.com/p/BtlkY_unTzZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1w2ze1c6wy2pl

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Torque steer is also reduced with this type of powertrain layout since the front drive shafts are of equal length and weight.Īt the time of introduction, the Japanese and European market naturally aspirated models (1.6 and 1.8) received an unusual grille with a small central opening. The boxer design provides good vibration mitigation due to the principles of a balanced engine because the movement of each piston is largely countered by a piston in the opposing cylinder bank, eliminating the need for a counter-weighted rotating crankshaft ( harmonic balancer), but with some vibration from offsets. According to Subaru, their configuration of the engine inline with the transmission minimizes body roll due to the lower center of gravity compared with offset engines in most other vehicles. Subaru chose to continue their longstanding use of the boxer engine in the Impreza. Initial engine choices included 1.5, 1.6, 1.8, and 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engines. In late 1995, a two-door coupe was introduced. According to a Motor Trend article written March 1992 on page 26, the name of Subaru's new compact was, initially, to be called the Loyale, displaying an official photograph of the four-door sedan. The car used a shortened version of the Legacy's floor pan. Īnnounced on 22 October 1992, the Impreza was released in Japan in November and offered in either front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD) versions and as a four-door sedan or five-door wagon (Touring). Japanese models remain available in both configurations.Ī 2019 iSeeCars study named the Impreza as the lowest-depreciating sedan in the United States after five years. Since the late-1990s, some markets have restricted sales to the all-wheel drive model, putting the Impreza in a unique selling proposition in the global compact class, which is usually characterized by front-wheel drive. Subaru has offered front- and all-wheel drive layouts for the Impreza. Colloquially, the car is sometimes referred to as Scooby. For the fourth generation, this appearance package was renamed the XV ( Crosstrek in North America), and is sold internationally. The first three generations of Impreza were also available with an off-road appearance package called the Outback Sport, exclusive to the North American market. Since the third generation series, some markets have adopted the abbreviated Subaru WRX name for these high-performance variants. Mainstream versions have received "boxer" flat-four engines ranging from 1.5- to 2.5-liters, with the performance-oriented Impreza WRX and WRX STI models upgraded with the addition of turbochargers. The firm also offered a coupé from 1995 until 2001, and a 5-door wagon from the Impreza's introduction - this was replaced by a hatchback with the third generation. Subaru has offered 4-door sedan and 5-door body variants since 1992.

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It was introduced as a replacement for the Leone, with the predecessor's EA series engines replaced by the new EJ series. The Subaru Impreza ( Japanese: スバル・インプレッサ, Hepburn: Subaru Inpuressa) is a compact car that has been manufactured by the Japanese automaker Subaru since 1992. Subaru WRX (for Impreza WRX and Impreza WRX STI models) Front-engine, front-wheel drive (1992–present, JDM)įront-engine, all-wheel drive (1992–present)

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2022 Subaru Legacy /// AWD Traction for $38K

The All new 2022 Subaru Legacy is available in 6 trim levels starting with the

-Legacy Base: $22,995

-Legacy Premium: $25,245

-Legacy Sport: $28,790

-Legacy Limited: $29,945

This is the 2022 Subaru Legacy Touring XT and its presented here in Crystal White Pearl and it has a Napa Leather-Trimmed Seats in Sierra Tan, and it has a MSRP of $38,151

It’s powered by a 2.4 L H4 turbocharged and intercooled Boxer engine, DOHC 16 valves with Direct Injection that produces 260 hp @ 5600 RPM, and it has 277 lb ft of torque. It’s driven by a Lineartronic 8-Speed Continuously Variable Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission with Overdrive, and it has Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive w/ Vehicle Dynamics Control

In my reviews I always give you the horsepower and torque ratings, but what exactly is Horsepower and Torque? 

Horsepower is a unit of measurement used to denote power or the “rate at which work is done” by an engine or motor. Your car’s horsepower denotes how quickly that work can be done with more power allowing for quicker work. 

Torque is force multiplied by distance. In the case of cars, “the rotational equivalent of linear force.” Essentially, it’s the amount of force applied to an object with a twisting motion, such as a motor applying force to a crankshaft, which in turn, rotates your tires. 

So, what’s the difference between horsepower and torque? The two are very much two sides of the same coin as one goes with the other...torque being the force and horsepower being the rate at which that force is done. The difference is torque is doing the work, while horsepower is how fast that work is being done. 

So, now you know. Ok, let’s have a look out front... 

Out Front

-LED Steering Responsive Headlights and they are Auto-on/off wiper-linked headlights

-Black grille with Chrome strip and Chrome Subaru badge

-180-Degree Front View Monitor

-Body-colored front bumper with black accent rub strip and black lower air intake and body-colored lower valance

-LED Fog lights with chrome trim

-Up top there is a chiseled hood and above that is an acoustic laminated windshield with

-Two-speed windshield wipers with variable-intermittent mode and mist feature with wiper de-icer area

Along the side

-18" Aluminum Alloy Wheels: Black w/ Machine Finish wrapped in P225/50VR18 BSW All-Season Tires

-4-wheel independent suspension with struts and anti-roll bar up front and double wish bones with rear anti-roll bar out back

-4-Wheel Anti-Lock (ABS) Disc Brakes w/ Brake Assist with 12.4” vented front and 11.8” solid brake rotors

-Satin-chrome finish automatic Power Folding Side Mirrors w/Auto Tilt-Down and integrated turn signal indicators

-Body-colored door handles with chrome accent 

-Chrome beltline and window trim and 

-Up top there is a Power Moonroof w/Slide and Tilt

Out Back

-This is a fixed heated rear window

-I like the spoiler crafted into the rear lip of the trunk lid

-You see the Chrome Subaru badge and below that is the

-Rear Vision Camera

-These are LED brake and taillights. 

-There is a body-colored rear bumper with parking sensors

-There is a black rub strip fascia and below that are 

-Dual stainless steel exhaust outlets

Cargo

-The second-row seats 60/40 split flat-folding seatbacks

-Under the cargo floor, there is the compact spare tire 

-Max Cargo Volume behind first row: 

-Max Cargo Volume behind second row: 15.1

-Cargo floor length to first row: 

-Cargo floor length to second row: 

-Cargo width at beltline: 

-Cargo width at wheelhouses: 

-Cargo opening height: 

-Lift-over height:

Safety Systems 

-EyeSight Driver-Assist System w/ Automatic Emergency Braking

-DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System

-Lane Departure and Sway Warning

-Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control

-Traction Control System

-Whiplash-reducing front seats with height and tilt-adjustable head restraints

-Pre-Collision Throttle Management

-Reverse Automatic Braking System 

-180-Degree Front View Monitor

-Rear Vision Camera w/Guidelines

-Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and so much more

Dimensions

-Front Track: 62.2

-Rear Track: 63.4

-Max Width: 72.4

-Length: 190.6

-Height: 59.1

-Wheelbase: 108.3

-Ground Clearance: 5.9”

-Curb Weight: 3790 #

-Max Payload: up to 1141 #

-Max Towing: up to 2700 #

-Turning circle: 36.8’

-Fuel Capacity: 18.5 gallons

Safety

-IIHS Overall rating – Not yet rated

-NHTSA Overall Rating – Not yet rated

Performance and Specs

-0-60: 8.4 seconds

-Standing ¼ mile: 16.5 seconds

-Top Speed: 149 mph

-60 to 0 braking: 127’

Appearance

It’s a handsome, conservatively styled mid-sized sedan. It’s not flashy and it won’t stand out in a crowd, but it is a good looking car

Warranty

-Basic warranty: 3 yrs / 36k miles

-Powertrain warranty: 5 yrs / 60k miles

Roadside assistance: 3yrs / 36k miles

Economy

24 City / 32 Hwy / 27 Combined 

CO2 Emissions @ 15K miles – 6.6 tons yr

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Safest Compact Suv 2020

SUVs are really popular vehicles these days, and the smaller ones are a popular size for buyers, too. Many buyers also have safety high on their must-have list, especially since SUVs are great for transporting families. Carfax recently took a look at some safe small SUVs, and Mazda ranks highly on both the compact and subcompact lists. The 2020 Subaru Forester and 2020 Mazda CX-5 top the list of safest compact SUVs, while the 2020 Mazda CX-3 and 2021 Hyundai Kona lead the list of safest subcompact SUVs.

2020 Subaru Forester

Each year, NHTSA crash tests vehicles as part of our 5-Star Safety Ratings program. In addition, we do verification tests on advanced crash avoidance technology systems in vehicles. Here are the lists of vehicle models selected for each test. Best Safety Rated SUVS of 2020. Best Safety Rated SUVS of 2019. Find a Top 10 List - New Car and Used Car. Most Fuel Efficient. Based on fuel-economy. Auto manufacturers continue to make safety a top priority across all makes and models. Here are the 2020 SUVS that have the best safety ratings according to the National Highway Traffic Safety. The Highlander was all new for the 2020 model year, and it's a good SUV. But that's just it. In a large class full of three-row options, the Highlander falls short of being a class leader.

The 2020 Subaru Forester comes in first on the Carfax list of 16 safest compact SUVs of 2020. The Forester comes standard with Subaru’s EyeSight suite of driver-assist features as well as a rear-seat reminder. EyeSight provides adaptive cruise control, advanced adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist and sway warning, pre-collision braking, and pre-collision throttle management. Additional safety features, including blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic alert, are options. The top Touring trim also includes additional safety features, like reverse automatic braking and DriverFocus, which helps cut down on distracted and fatigued driving.

The 2020 Forester comes standard with all-wheel drive, providing the SUV with great traction. It also comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The 2020 Forester is also an IIHS 2020 Top Safety Pick+. It received a five out of five from the NHTSA.

Which Compact Suv Is The Safest

2020 Mazda CX-5

RELATED: The 2021 Mazda CX-5 Is Worth the Upgrade for the New Safety Features

The 2020 Mazda CX-5 is second on the list of safest compact SUVs of 2020. It now has adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and blind-spot monitoring standard for 2020. However, the automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection don’t work at speeds higher than 50 mph.

All trims of the CX-5 except the base one come standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, allowing for hands-free phone use and reducing driver distractions. The 2020 CX-5 is also an IIHS 2020 Top Safety Pick+ and received five out of five from the NHTSA.

2020 Mazda CX-3

On Carfax’s list of the 17 safest subcompact SUVs for 2020, the 2020 Mazda CX-3 came in first. The 2020 CX-3 comes standard with the Mazda i-Activesense suite of driver-assist features. That includes adaptive cruise control with stop and go, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, pedestrian detection, and a head-up display.

The CX-3 does also come standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. This subcompact SUV is an IIHS 2020 Top Safety Pick+. Sophos apple. It also received five out of five from the NHTSA.

2021 Hyundai Kona

Coming in second on the list of safest subcompact SUVs is the 2021 Hyundai Kona. The 2021 Kona comes standard with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and a driver attention warning system. All trims except the lowest one also come with blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Skipping up to the top Ultimate trim adds adaptive cruise control and pedestrian detection.

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All-wheel drive is available but not standard on all trim levels. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all trims of the 2021 Kona. The 2021 Kona is an IIHS 2020 Top Safety Pick. It received five out of five from the NHTSA.

Safest Luxury Compact Suv 2020

Carfax took a look at small SUVs available during 2020, examining ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). These ratings along with the advanced driver-assist features included in the SUVs helped determine which compact and subcompact SUVs made the lists. Buyers looking for small and safe SUVs should consider the 2020 Subaru Forester, 2020 Mazda CX-5, 2020 Mazda CX-3, and 2021 Hyundai Kona.

Safest Compact Suv 2020

Each year, NHTSA crash tests vehicles as part of our 5-Star Safety Ratings program. In addition, we do verification tests on advanced crash avoidance technology systems in vehicles. Here are the lists of vehicle models selected for each test.

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2021 Honda Accord review: As good as it's ever been

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2021 Honda Accord review: As good as it's ever been

You can (and should) get the Accord in Sonic Gray.

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The Honda Accord gets a few little improvements this year, none of which should hamper the perennial success of this easy-to-like family sedan. That’s more important now than ever, too, as the 2021 Accord faces against increasingly stiff competition. In addition to the Honda’s longstanding archrival, the Toyota Camry, companies like Hyundai, Kia and Nissan are offering better midsize options than ever before. Thankfully, the 10th-generation Accord was a winner from the get-go.

Like

Smooth, strong turbo power

Spacious, comfortable, quiet interior

Engaging and refined to drive

Lots of standard driver-assistance tech

Don’t Like

No all-wheel drive option

Not as efficient as some competitors

Infotainment tech could use a refresh

In fact, this Accord was so good out of the gates that its mid-cycle refresh is limited to just a few styling tweaks, minor cabin tech upgrades and some model positioning/packaging changes. Honestly, the biggest news for the 2021 Accord is an improved hybrid drivetrain, which my buddy Andrew Krok talks about in detail in a separate review.

Visually, the slimmer LED headlights and wider grille of my Sport tester don’t really move the needle one way or the other, although I have to say the Accord’s new Sonic Gray paint option — which originally debuted on the Civic — looks totally hot. LX and EX-L models roll on milquetoast 17-inch wheels, while Sport, Sport SE and Touring trims get snazzier 19s, wrapped in 235/40-series tires.

Honda’s 1.5-liter turbo I4 is still the base engine option, putting out 192 horsepower and 192 pound-feet of torque. A more powerful 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four is available with Sport and Touring models, bringing a healthy 252 hp and 273 lb-ft to the party. Sad trombone time, though: The Accord’s six-speed manual transmission option goes away this year. The 1.5T engine comes standard with a continuously variable transmission and the 2.0T has a 10-speed automatic. And before you complain, know that only a super-duper-small percentage of Accord buyers actually spec’d the manual gearbox. In other words, y’all only have yourselves to blame.

Another thing you can’t get on the Accord? All-wheel drive. I know AWD might sound like an oddity for a midsize sedan, but more and more automakers are embracing this foul-weather friendliness in an attempt to appease customers who simply don’t want an SUV. No longer reserved for the Subaru Legacy, the Kia K5, Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry all offer AWD now. Go to your Honda dealer looking for all-wheel drive and they’ll happily show you a CR-V.

These 19-inch wheels are unique to the Accord Sport.

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The 2.0-liter I4 is a total peach of an engine — as it should be, since it’s effectively the same unit used in the delightful Civic Type R. You can ride a smooth wave of torque from just 1,500 rpm, and the 10-speed transmission is happy to hang out in the lower end of the engine’s rev range, making the most of that turbocharged woosh. On the other hand, this means the 10-speed gearbox is often hesitant to kick down and go-go-go-go-go when quick highway passes are demanded, though if you run the Accord in its Sport mode, the transmission is not only snapper to shift, but holds onto gears longer, too.

With the 2.0-liter engine, the Accord should return an EPA-estimated 22 miles per gallon in the city, 32 mpg on the highway and 26 mpg combined. That’s… fine. But similarly powerful turbocharged competitors like the Nissan Altima and Subaru Legacy are slightly more frugal. Of course, if fuel efficiency is a top concern, you’re probably better off just sticking with the 1.5T, or for that matter, an Accord Hybrid.

The Sport 2.0T has largely the same suspension setup as other Accord models, save for the Touring, which offers adaptive dampers. But even without ’em, the Accord Sport strikes an excellent balance of comfort and composure; this car will eat up highway miles with cool, collected confidence and it won’t get all pissy if you toss it into a corner with gusto. The steering is nicely weighted and quick to respond and, generally speaking, the Accord feels more agile than just about anything else in the class, except maybe the Mazda6. Maybe.

The cabin might seem a little plain, but it’s quiet, comfortable and neatly organized.

Steven Ewing/Roadshow

More than its outright sportiness, though, the Accord has an aura of refinement that’s missing from other midsize sedans. There’s a feeling of premium solidity that makes this Honda effortless to drive. Combine that with a quiet cabin and comfortable seats, and long stints behind the wheel of the Accord are anything but fatiguing.

This Honda is an easy car to live with day to day, too. The interior might lack the flashy design of some newer sedans like the Hyundai Sonata, but all of the Accord’s controls are exactly where you expect them to be and every surface you touch looks and feels really nice. Head- and legroom is generous for both front and rear passengers and there are plenty of little storage cubbies throughout the cabin, including one underneath the climate controls that houses a wireless charging pad on upper trims.

Every 2021 Accord now comes with an 8-inch touchscreen running Honda’s Display Audio multimedia system. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard and can be operated wirelessly on any Accord that has the aforementioned charging pad. These are small tech upgrades, but thoughtful ones. That said, the Display Audio software really lags behind what a lot of other automakers offer in terms of design and functionality and the Accord can’t compete with the bigger screens and higher-res displays found in rivals like the Sonata and K5. Across its full portfolio, Honda could really stand to give its infotainment tech a boost.

Both 1.5-liter and 2.0-liter turbocharged engines are available.

Steven Ewing/Roadshow

At least driver-assistance tech is in high supply. Every Accord gets adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, traffic-sign recognition, forward-collision warning and automatic high-beam headlights. Unfortunately, blind-spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert isn’t available on the lower trim levels and you can only get a head-up display on the top-end Touring. It’s all great tech to have, but man, the lane-keeping assist and forward-collision warning sure are sensitive. I find myself turning them off more often than not.

Starting at $25,765 including a $995 destination charge, the 2021 Honda Accord remains competitively priced within the midsize sedan class. You can’t get into a 2.0-liter model for anything less than $33,105 and a top-of-the-line Touring will run you just under $38,000. That’s a few thousand dollars more than you’ll pay for an equivalent Hyundai Sonata Limited, though the latter doesn’t have as much power and isn’t quite as nice to drive. The Hyundai offers more striking design, a longer warranty and way better cabin tech, though — three things that are arguably more important for the average family sedan buyer.

Still, while some competitors might surpass the Accord in specific aspects, none feel as wholly well-rounded. Well-built, good to drive, refined and handsome, Honda’s midsize sedan continues to be a great buy.

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AI Traffic Pack by Jazzycat v6.5

This jazzycat AI traffic pack is an update to all the other traffic packs Jazzycat has done. This traffic pack is really nice, and the cool thing is that Jazzycat is updating these packs all the time. With this pack you will get a very large assortment of cars, trucks and buses. The nice thing about this pack, is that the trucks and busses are painted, and not like the standard AI in the game. I ran this pack with my “Painted trucks” and my “American trucks pack”. I had not trouble what so ever with anything. There are a number of Jazzycat traffic mods for this game, I highly recommend any one of them for you to use.

This new version added BMW 5 Touring(F11), Ford Mondeo Wagon, Nissan Primera Wagon, Opel Astra G Caravan, Volvo V40, Volkswagen Passat B4 Variant.

Full list of cars

Bentley Arnage T, Continental GT

Chevrolet Avalanche, Express G5500

Mercedes-Benz C-Class(W204), E-Class(W124, W210), S-Class(W220, W221), CLK(C209), ML63, Vito, Sprinter(903), (906) 211, 311 Passenger and Cargo

Renault Kangoo, Master, Master Cargo, Clio II, Megane III, Twingo

Subaru Legacy, Impreza

Ferrari F430, California

Saab 9-5

Jaguar XKR

Citroen C1, C6, C8, DS3, DS4

Aston Martin V12 Vantage

Peugeot 107, 206, 207, 308

Volkswagen Touareg, Golf 2, Golf 3, Golf 4, Golf 5, Golf 6, Polo, Beetle, Scirocco, Passat B5, Fox, Bora, Transporter(T4)

Dodge Grand Caravan

Cadillac Escalade

Lexus IS350

Harley Davidson

Opel Vectra C, Insignia

Dacia Logan, Duster

Chrysler 300C

BMW 3(E36, E46, E92), 5(E34, E39, F10), 6(E63), X5(E70), X6(E71), Z4(E89),

Smart Fortwo

Alfa Romeo 159, Brera, Mito, Giulietta

Porsche Cayenne, Panamera

Audi A4(B6), A6(C5, C6), Q7, RS5, TT

Fiat Ducato Camper and Van, Fiat/Abarth 500

Ford Scorpio, Transit Sportvan, Fiesta

Jeep Grand Cherokee

Seat Leon, Ibiza

Limousine

Volvo 850

Toyota Corolla, Yaris, Camry

Hummer H2

Version 6.5: added Peugeot 206cc, Nissan Primera P12(sedan) and 10 new skins for Iveco Daily and Ford Transit ’16.

Credits: Jazzycat Compatibility: ETS2 v1.28

Screenshots:

How to install mod for ETS 2:

Download this mod.

Extract it!

Paste the .scs file(s) into your My Documents/Euro Truck Simulator 2/mod folder.

Run game ~> Edit profile ~> Enable mod.

Enjoy!

Download AI Traffic Pack by Jazzycat for ETS 2:

Download

Source: AI Traffic Pack by Jazzycat v6.5

Readmore: http://ets2downloads.com/misc/ai-traffic-pack-by-jazzycat

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10 Top-Rated Best Midsize Sedans in 2019

There are many options in the sedan category, but these are the best sedans you can buy within your comfort zone.

Kia Rio

Kia Rio has attractive interior, and probably the most elevated safety features in the class which makes it best sedan. It’s nice to drive and comfortable with some new features and advanced technology.

Kia Rio Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive 1.6 L/97

MPG: 28 City / 37 Hwy

Engine: Regular Unleaded I-4 1.6 L/97

Pricing and Trims

LX: $15,390

S: $16,190

Kia Rio For Sale

Toyota Yaris

Toyota Yaris is a good sedan. It has standard features and a stylish cabin with comfortable driving. Its excellent fuel efficiency, smooth ride, nice handling, and overall quality and features make it a good choice.

Toyota Yaris Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive 1.5 L/91

MPG: 32 City / 40 Hwy

Engine: Regular Unleaded I-4 1.5 L/91

Pricing and Trims

L: $15,600

LE: $16,700

SE: $18,700

Toyota Yaris For Sale

Mazda Mazda6

The Mazda 6 blends a stylish interior and ensures smooth driving experience with the absolute most satisfying driving qualities in this segment. The nature of the interior materials is top-notch, nearly up to luxury car models in the highest Signature trim, and cargo room is available in top tier. Mileage is very great, as well.

Mazda Mazda6 Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive 2.5 L/152

MPG: 23 City / 31 Hwy

Engine: Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 2.5 L/152

Pricing and Trims

Sport: $23,800

Grand Touring: $29,500

Signature: $35,100

Mazda 6 For Sale

Kia Optima

Kia Optima is a 4 door handsome sedan. Its large cabin, friendly infotainment system and giant seats. New additions to the outside include commence front velum, LED lights and sharp exterior styling make it best sedan in the segment.

Kia Optima Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive 2.0 L/122

MPG: 21 City / 30 Hwy

Engine: Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 2.0 L/122

Pricing and Trims

Optima LX: Starting at $22,900

Optima S: Starting at $24,900

Optima EX: Starting at $26,800

Optima SX: Starting at $31,900

Kia Optima For Sale

Subaru Legacy

Subaru Legacy provides a smooth ride and Standard all-wheel drive. Performance is one of the weak points in the Legacy. Several rivals segment have more energetic powertrains and better handling, also Legacy’s trunk is one of the smallest in the segment.

Subaru Legacy Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive 2.0 L/122

MPG: 21 City / 30 Hwy

Engine: Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 2.0 L/122

Pricing and Trims

2.5i base: $22,545

2.5i Premium: $24,695

2.5i Sport: $26,795

2.5i Limited: $29,245

3.6R Limited: $31,545

Subaru Legacy For Sale

Volkswagen Passat

Volkswagen Passat has sufficient interior space, with a huge trunk and probably the roomiest back seats in the segment. But the Passat frustrates in interior quality. There’s only one powertrain rational choice, and this car is less athletic than many rivals.

Volkswagen Passat Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive 2.0 L/121

MPG: 25 City / 36 Hwy

Engine: Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 2.0 L/121

Pricing and Trims

Passat S: $24,000

Passat R-Line: $29,995

Passat SE: $31,650

Volkswagen Passat For Sale

Chevrolet Malibu

Chevrolet Malibu includes an 8-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, keyless open and keyless start. But its Interior quality fails to impress anyone, with heaps of hard plastics and a disappointing design. Trunk space is simply normal.

Chevrolet Malibu Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive 2.0L/122

MPG: 22 City / 32 Hwy

Engine: Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/122

Pricing and Trims

L: $22,095

RS: $24,220

Premier: $33,320

Chevrolet Malibu For Sale

Buick Regal

Buick Regal is more spacious cargo areas in the segment, but While some low on interior space. The Regal is a Sportback, but we can say a hatchback in a sedan body style. It comes with a good list of features like A 7-inch touch screen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, two USB ports, Bluetooth, a seven-speaker audio system, and a Wi-Fi hot spot are standard.

Buick Regal Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive 3.6L/- TBD –

MPG: 19 City / 27 Hwy

Engine: Gas V6 3.6L/- TBD –

Pricing and Trims

1SV: $27,065

Turbo Sport Touring: $28,615

Turbo: $31,465

Turbo Premium II: $31,615

Turbo GS: $34,115

Buick Regal For Sale

Hyundai Accent

Hyundai Accent has sophisticated styling, eager handling and businesslike cabin but Noisy powertrain and cramped rear-seat passenger space also. The Accent gets not too bad efficiency and handles well.

Hyundai Accent Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive 1.6 L/97

MPG: 33 City / 41 Hwy

Engine: Regular Unleaded I-4 1.6 L/97

Pricing and Trims

SE: $15,195

SEL: $17,550

Limited: $20,530

Hyundai Accent For Sale

Kia Stinger

The Kia Stinger is a four-door luxury sedan. The Stinger has automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, active lane control, and sounds sensor alerts. It is best to drive, taut suspension and muscular turbocharged engine.

Kia Stinger Configurations

SEATING: 5

Transmission: Automatic

Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive 3.3 L/204

MPG: 17 City / 25 Hwy

Engine: Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6 3.3 L/204

Pricing and Trims

Base: $32,900

GTS: $44,000

GT2: $52,400

Kia Stinger For Sale

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2020 Subaru Legacy named a semifinalist for Car of the Year

The 2020 Subaru Legacy was named a semifinalist for the North American Car of the Year award. The honor, which is voted on by 60 auto reporters in the U.S. and Canada, will be bestowed upon a winner during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. 

The 2020 Legacy has undergone a redesign. The sedan, which is built on the same platform as the popular Subaru Outback, gets a new 2.4 L turbo engine. The interior has also received some major upgrades featuring a new 11.6-inch HD infotainment screen as well as a larger cabin with increased legroom. 

A Touring trim has been added for the 2020 model year. The Touring option features a moonroof, heated seats and steering wheel, Napa leather seats and a navigation system. 

Subaru has also made the DriverFocus facial recognition program available on the 2020 Legacy. The program allows for five drivers to be loaded into the system and sets preferences for HVAC, seat location, and mirror position. DriverFocus also sounds an alarm if driver distraction or drowsiness is detected.

If you’d like more information on the 2020 Subaru Legacy, or you’d like to test drive a 2019 Legacy or Outback, pay a visit to the showroom at https://www.winnerauto.com/ in WIlmington, DE.

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Subaru Outback Outdoor XT: Four thumbs up, one down

Text and Photos By Michael Hozjan

My girlfriend told me it was payback. She’s like that, believes in the universe coming back and giving you your dues. This time it was the gods of electronic automotive gadgets; more specifically my Outback’s 11.6” infotainment screen had mysteriously locked up on me. Payback for what I had written about it in the Legacy piece (See below). The buttons seized up on me one night. Thankfully when I started up the Outback the next day everything was back to almost normal (it took longer to register my touches than the Legacy’s unit) and I was able to warm up my derriere and listen to my favorite tunes during the day’s outings.

Happily the rest of the Outback’s stay in my hands was pleasant, in fact very pleasant. It was the one time I had the Legacy and Outback back to back and the differences were obvious from the get go and not so subtle at that.

A welcoming interior invites you in.

To begin with, the Outback came with a soft-touch, water repellent seats made from vegan recycled materials. I don’t know if it’s psychological or not but as comfortable as the Legacy’s seats were during my run to T.O. and back, they paled by comparison to the soft-touch faux leather units. In fact the whole interior took on a posher aura. 

Second, the Outback came with the mightier 2.4L turbocharged boxer 4-cylinder engine that dishes out a very respectable 260 horses. Yes the difference is obvious and very much desirable, especially if you’re towing, as the capacity has now been bumped 800 lbs. to 3500.  The normally aspirated four can tow up to 2700 pounds.  Regardless of engine choice, a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is the only one available.

Needless to say, all Outbacks are all-wheel drive, a Subaru staple and with 8.7 inches of ground clearance this wagon is able to navigate everything most drivers will come across. 

Seven inches of ground clearance make the outback at home off the pavement.

Like the Legacy, the Outback rides on the new global platform that’s been stiffened and refined to improve composure and ride quality.

The roof rack is one of the bulkiest in the segment unlike some of its competitors’ racks is obviously built to carry your gear. There are holes in the front and back for tie down straps and the crossbars fold away inside the rack while rubber bottoms assure the paint won't get scratched.

The Outback is available in seven trim levels starting with the Convenience at a bargain basement price of  $30,695. Think about it, an all-wheel-drive, real-size suv that can actually carry five adults for a shade over 30 grand! 

For the entry price, the Convenience gives you the 2.5L, 182 horsepower engine, Subaru’s EyeSight technology and lane centering assist that thankfully can be turned off. (I did find it fighting me more than I cared for.)  Heated front seats and dual 7-inch infotainment screens (my choice) with sat radio and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

Sorry Subaru, as much as you love your screen. Here’s another reason why I don’t.

The $34,795 Touring package adds reverse automatic braking, power rear tailgate with hands free sensor, Subaru’s StarLink connectivity, rear and side vehicle detection and the 11.6 inch screen.

The Premier at $40,995 adds a front view camera, Nappa leather with ventilated front seats, a driver distraction mitigation system and 18” wheels.

The XT designation implies the aforementioned turbocharged engine.

My autumn green metallic Outdoor XT at $38,695 had X-Mode; an advanced AWD program to aide you in getting out of the sticky stuff and features hill descent control, also included was the all weather soft-touch seating, front view camera and 11.6 screen. Driver assist features of the Eye Sight system for my loaner included Pre-collision Braking, Pre-collision Brake Assist, Pre-collision Throttle Management, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Centering Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Sway Warning, Lead Vehicle Start Alert and lane Keep.

Oddly missing from the equation was a heated steering wheel. With heated steering wheels making their way into econoboxes I find it surprisingly strange that Subaru would not have it in their off-roader. Which would you rather have in our climate a large screen or warm fingers?

For that you have to step up to the $41,795 Limited XT which also adds leather seating, heated rear seats, seat cushion extender, body colored mirrors, and aluminum alloy wheels.

The top tier Outback, the Premier XT starts to get pricey at $43,795, but if have the coin it’ll get you seated in Nappa leather and ventilated front seats along with chrome trim on the mirrors and roof rails.

Ironically the Limited is the one with the most color pallets available.

On the road

Unlike the slew of SUVs on the market the Outback has its own signature look and you won’t have trouble spotting it at the mall parking lot. While its length has grown slightly to better accommodate rear seat passengers and some additional cargo, the wheelbase has been left the same. The added composure over the previous model comes from the new stiffer chassis. As I mentioned earlier my Outback had an air of luxury that the Legacy didn’t. Did that go to improve my ride quality? Maybe.

Above: 12V outlets, smart fold away eyelets, netted cubby holes make full use of the trunk space

The cabin is quieter over the outgoing model, the only kink in the armor were the Toyo Observe G3 Ice winters which proved to be exceedingly loud to the point that at highway speeds phone conversations were difficult.

Like the omission of a heated steering wheel in a vehicle that is clearly designed for winter I was surprised not to find a remote starter. After a particularly cold movie night, we exited the theatre to find all the other SUVs with their engines running, warming up their interiors for their owners. Not us. 

There’s a price to pay at the pumps for the stronger mill. I averaged 9.2l/100 kms or about two liters per hundred clicks more than the sedan.  

So which engine? If you don’t have a heavy right foot, the Convenience is an absolute bargain. Dishing out nearly eight grand more to get you into the base turbo model is a bitter pill to swallow, but I must admit I love the power of the turbo unit, the interior materials on my tester were top grade. The looker of the pack is undoubtedly the Outdoor trim with its gunmetal badging, blacked out trim and wheels. 

As SUVs go the Outback has a lot going for it, its low center of gravity means better handling that the high riding counterparts will never match, and while the Outback is not perfect, few vehicles are I do wish Subaru would drop the video game screens and give us more of what we want…and need.

Price as tested: $40,495*

*Includes dealer prep and destination charges. Thankfully Subaru does not have premium pricing for different color options.

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2020 Subaru Legacy Limited XT Sedan - Build & Price Review

The redesigned 2020 Subaru Legacy is a midsize sedan with standard all-wheel drive and a long list of driver safety features. The 2020 Legacy will be available in six configuration levels: Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, Limited XT, and Touring XT.

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2021 Mazda 6 Carbon Edition First Test: Fun, But Getting Old

There’s a question you must ask yourself before you consider the Mazda 6: What are you willing to give up for a sporty drive? We’ll help you answer. Compared to other midsize sedans, you’ll sacrifice some comfort, efficiency, and technology. We’ll also be a teasing voice in the back of your head. Forget that sensible stuff—this car is fun.

Athleticism and style distinguishes the Mazda 6 in this typically staid segment. But we’ve known that for a long time—in fact, for a few years shy of a decade. Since our first drive in a current 6 back in 2014, it has received a face-lift and an available turbocharged engine, both displayed in this 2021 Mazda 6 Carbon Edition—and not much else. Meanwhile, its competitors have become smarter, more frugal, and more refined. Is the 6’s fun factor enough to preserve its appeal against newer alternatives?

More Like “Carbon” Edition

Let’s get one thing straight: The Carbon Edition doesn’t have a single strand of carbon fiber anywhere on it. Mazda might like you to think the name implies the presence of that lightweight material, but it’s ostensibly a reference to the exterior details finished in black, like coal, a less glamorous form of the element carbon. Those darkened elements include the mirror caps, trunklid spoiler, and 19-inch alloy wheels. Carbon Edition Mazdas are coated exclusively in Polymetal Gray paint, with interiors resplendent in red leather. Oh, upgrades or adjustments that make the Carbon Edition perform differently than any other Mazda 6 Turbo? Nothing of the sort.

Remember that as you browse the Mazda 6 range, because the Carbon Edition’s aesthetics command a premium. It starts at $33,945; $2,280 more than a mechanically identical Polymetal Gray Grand Touring version. Meanwhile, the sporty-looking, V-6-powered Toyota Camry TRD starts at $33,180, and the turbocharged Kia K5 GT tops its range at $31,585. In the Mazda 6 lineup, there’s still room to go higher; the 6 Signature model runs $37,390.

Front-Drive Muscle

Carbon Edition or not, the Mazda 6’s 2.5-liter turbo-four engine is burly. It makes 227 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque on 87-octane gas, but filling it with 93 octane increases output to 250 hp and 320 lb-ft. Here in the Golden State, 91 octane is the best we can get, but nevertheless this Mazda 6 was the quickest current-generation example we’ve ever tested, accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds. That’s just behind the AWD-equipped Subaru Legacy XT (6.1 seconds) and Nissan Altima SR (5.8 seconds).

At the dragstrip, associate road test editor Erick Ayapana commented how the car is “very eager off the line, with a little hint of lag—and lots of wheelspin if you’re not careful.” As initially strong and surprisingly free of torque steer as it feels, the Mazda 6 “seems to run out of oomph closer to the quarter mile,” Ayapana said.

Alas, the Mazda 6 is no longer offered with a manual transmission, instead making a six-speed automatic mandatory. It works well, providing unobtrusive shifts and responding readily in manual mode. Yet we have to imagine that even one more ratio would improve things, particularly the unimpressive fuel economy—23/31 mpg city/highway trails most of the midsize sedan segment and pales against hybrids. In an era when transmissions commonly pack eight speeds or more, the 6’s six-speed evidences its age.

The Mazda 6’s brakes aren’t quite as sporty as some of its other dynamic attributes. More immediacy at the top of the pedal would change that, but the linear, progressive buildup of stopping power makes it easy to brake accurately. Its best 60–0 braking distance of 121 feet is middling, beating the Honda Accord’s 129-foot stop but behind the Altima SR’s 115-foot result.

Backroads Over Highways

If you seek a vehicle designed to just trundle through traffic, the Mazda 6 isn’t ideal; you might find yourself taking the long way instead. Like many other Mazdas, it’s imbued with agile chassis tuning and nicely weighted steering. At 3,519 pounds it’s no Miata, but like that little roadster, the Mazda 6 feels tossable and easy to place in a corner.

That’s borne out better in the real world than on our test track, where the Mazda 6 posted 0.82 g average on the skidpad and lapped the figure-eight course in 27.3 seconds at 0.63 g average. Those are somewhat lackluster results; the Honda Accord grips identically but completed the figure eight in 27.1 seconds. Road test editor Chris Walton was left slightly dismayed: “Stability control takes the throttle away, and there’s not much I can do about it. I just have to wait for corner exit for the power to come back.” Nor do the Mazda 6’s SUV-spec tires help its outright performance. Yep, you read that right.

In between smooth racetracks and byways, the Mazda 6’s sporty suspension tuning can be a drawback. Although solid body control keeps the car confidently planted, its ride feels much more stiff than plush. The amount of road texture coming through the suspension isn’t exactly relaxing. Nor is the pervasive resonant tire noise present even at around-town speeds.

Cabin Conundrums

Technology appointments in the Mazda 6 are an odd mix of old and new. It lacks Mazda’s latest infotainment system, instead relying on an 8.0-inch dial-controlled screen that’s low resolution and laggy. Image quality from the backup camera resembles early webcams. Like most Mazda 6 trims, the Carbon Edition has a small digital gauge display showing basic vehicle data, far less wow-inducing than competitors’ colorful and customizable equivalents. But there is a head-up display. Strangely, the 6 and the Miata are the only 2021 Mazdas that offer wireless Apple CarPlay. Yet despite USB ports front and rear, no wireless charging pad is available.

In the Mazda 6 Carbon Edition, the four outboard seats are heated, the front two are ventilated, and they’re all covered in that ravishing red leather. The seats are supportive and ergonomic, but the vehicle’s body structure limits overall spaciousness inside the cabin. That’s particularly evident in the second row and trunk—shame that the Mazda 6 wagon never made it here, isn’t it?

Is the Mazda 6 Worth Buying?

In 2021, the Mazda 6 is defined as much by fun as it is by age. Its tech features and fuel economy are surpassed by its latest competition and will only seem more outdated as time goes on. But its sporty drive and saucy looks will persist. Despite its shortcomings, the Mazda 6 remains a good choice for driving enthusiasts. Just remember that an all-new version, built on a rear-drive chassis and with an inline-six engine and whiffs of BMW, is rumored to be on the way.

2021 Mazda Mazda6 Turbo (Carbon Edition) BASE PRICE $33,745 PRICE AS TESTED $34,245 VEHICLE LAYOUT Front-engine, FWD, 5-pass, 4-door sedan ENGINE 2.5L/227-hp/310-lb-ft* DOHC 16-valve I-4 TRANSMISSION 6-speed automatic CURB WEIGHT (F/R DIST) 3,519 lb (60/40%) WHEELBASE 111.4 in LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT 191.5 x 72.4 x 57.1 in 0-60 MPH 6.2 sec QUARTER MILE 14.7 sec @ 97.6 mph BRAKING, 60-0 MPH 121 ft LATERAL ACCELERATION 0.82 g (avg) MT FIGURE EIGHT 27.3 sec @ 0.63 g (avg) EPA CITY/HWY/COMB FUEL ECON 23/31/26 mpg ENERGY CONS, CITY/HWY 147/109 kWh/100 miles CO2 EMISSIONS, COMB 0.75 lb/mile *Regular fuel ratings; 93 octane raises Mazda to 250 hp @ 5,000 rpm and 320 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm

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Road Tests: 2020 Subaru Legacy

Vital Statistics

Engine: 2.5 liter

Horsepower: 182

Torque: 176 lb-ft.

0-60 mph: 8.3 seconds

1/4 mile: 16.5 seconds @ 86 mph

EPA: 27 mpg city / 35 mpg highway

Energy Impact: 11.0 barrels of oil /yr

CO2 Emissions: 4.9 tons/yr

These days we hear a lot about leaving a legacy behind. But Subaru is not about to do any such thing, as despite slumping midsize family sedan sales here in the U.S. Subaru has just introduced an all-new legacy 4-door. And the only things it leaves behind are boring styling and outdated technology. 

If Subaru were to have a legacy, other than this 2020 Legacy sedan of course; it would be, making all-wheel-drive standard in the late 1990s. And for many years, the Legacy was your only mass-market choice if you wanted a 4-door with all-wheel-drive. 

That’s no longer the case, as other carmakers are increasingly seeing the performance, capability, safety, and of course marketing benefits of all-wheel-drive. Not to mention, systems are readily available from all of their car based crossovers. All that is to say, this new Legacy needs to offer a lot more than just 4-wheel traction to stay competitive. 

For starters, the 20-20 Legacy’s base engine is still a 2.5-liter boxer-4. But it’s been heavily revised to deliver both additional power, as well as increased efficiency. Horsepower is up 7, to 182; with 176 lb-ft. of torque. No more 6-cylinder option, but XTs get the Ascent’s stout, 260-horsepower 2.4-liter turbo. 

No manual transmission either; all come mated to a CVT. 

The boxer engine allows for a low center of gravity; and while never a handling standout, Subaru took advantage of their new global platform, which is 70% stiffer, and also lighter, to dial up the fun factor a bit. 

They’ve also put more effort into the suspension to reduce body roll, without sacrificing ride quality; and indeed, the Legacy now has one of the most polished rides in the segment. The MacPherson strut front and double-wishbone rear suspension remains family car soft, but there was noticeably less weight transfer through the cones. 

Active Torque Vectoring applies the brakes selectively, working with the all-wheel-drive system to channel power to the wheels that can use it most effectively; but you do need to keep inputs smooth, as Subaru prioritizes safety over everything else, and will shut things down quickly if it senses you’re getting out of control.

On that safety front, EyeSight with Automatic Emergency Braking, and Adaptive Cruise Control with a new Lane Centering function, is standard on all Legacies. 

Between the all-wheel-drive, and the relatively low power output, you won’t have to worry about wheel spin. 60 miles-per-hour reached in a leisurely 8.3-seconds. 

Power builds slowly, and really doesn’t come on in full until you’re near the top-end of the tach. Then, both it and you settle in for a workmanlike trip through the ¼. It’s not quick, but it would make a great bracket racer; as no matter what we did, we hit exactly 16.5-seconds at 86 miles-per-hour every time.

In panic stops from 60, we saw a fine average stopping distance of 115-feet; but with some very noisy ABS racket.

Ever so slightly bigger than before, there’s fractionally a little more space inside, but the Legacy already felt plenty roomy to us. 

What we can appreciate, is the Legacy’s more upscale turn. Materials are improved all around, and the space just seems more inviting than before. 

We’ve already seen this available 11.6-inch tablet-style touchscreen for Subaru’s Starlink multimedia navigation system in the Outback, and appreciate its quick response and ease of use. It’s in every Legacy except for base trim, which gets a 7-inch screen along with physical controls for the HVAC.

All Legacy climate controls include automatic operation. Other standard features include electronic parking brake, LED headlights, and remote keyless entry. Our Limited tester adds power leather seats for both up front, charge ports for rear passengers, and heated seats for all. 

Gauges have a traditional, and welcomed twin dial setup, with a small full-color info display in between. Everything is clear, precise, and easy to read. 

While far from flashy, the new, and more attractive exterior design will certainly attract a few more eyes than before. 

Fender flares are more exaggerated, and the rear deck is higher. Combine that with less glass in profile, and you’ve got an overall sleeker, lower looking silhouette.

Beneath that taller rear deck is slightly more trunk space, at 15.1 cubic-ft.  60/40 split folding seatbacks are standard. 

Government Fuel Economy Ratings are 27-City, 35-Highway, and 30-Combined on Regular gas. The Energy Impact Score is better than average, however, with 11.0-barrels of oil burned and 4.9 tons of CO2 emitted annually. 

Pricing begins at $23,645; with top Touring XT starting at $36,795.

So, a little more style and a lot more substance should go a long way towards keeping this Subaru relevant in today’s crossover-crazy world. And while we can’t say what your Legacy will be, despite the decline in sedan sales, this 2020 Legacy, looks to be a lasting one for Subaru.

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