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September 20, 2006
Face-lifting of the European Subaru Legacy

Face-lifting of the European Subaru Legacy

The Subaru Legacy refresh that debuted in Japan this May has made it to Europe. New front and rear fascias distinguish the ‘07 Legacy from its predecessor and dramatically change the car’s appearance. The nose section is all-new, featuring new, more sculpted headlamps, a pronounced “V” crossbar in the grille, and very racy-looking front spoilers (on the 3.0R Spec.B cars). Moving aft, both the sedan and wagon get a chrome dress-up strip that runs the width of the car. The Spec.B wagon also gets roof-mounted rear spoiler.The new Outback gets different grille.

Cars fitted with the 3.0L 245 PS six-cylinder boxer get SI-Drive as standard. The SI-Drive system allows the driver to dial up three different drive modes: Intelligent, Sport, and Sport Sharp. Intelligent Mode is set up to maximize fuel economy, while Sport and Sport Sharp put a premium on responsiveness and performance. Also on the ‘07 models, 3.0L cars with automatic trannys receive wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

Inside, Subaru has upgraded the quality of the materials used, added a new center console, and even placed ambient lighting in the cupholders on some models. Dual-zone climate control is now standard, and on the Outback, the cargo area’s floor covering is reversible, with carpeting on one side and a waterproof surface on the other.

Complete details and pricing info (UK) can be found in the press release after the jump. Now all we need to do is sit and wait patiently for the gussied-up Legacy to land in North America.

Source: Subaru
Text: Richard Meaden / Photos: Kenny P