The End of a (Subaru) Legacy

Farewell to the Subaru Legacy

After 36 years and nearly 1.4 million units sold in the U.S., Subaru has officially closed the chapter on one of its most iconic sedans: the Legacy. On September 12, 2025, the final Legacy rolled off the line at Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA), marking the end of a model that helped define Subaru’s American identity.

A Legacy Built in America

The Legacy was the first Subaru ever built in the United States, starting production in 1989. It embodies Subaru’s commitment to safety, reliability, and all-wheel-drive practicality. Over the years, it evolved through seven generations, each one refining its comfort, capability, and understated style.

SIA President Scott Brand called the moment “bittersweet,” noting the pride and dedication of the associates who built the Legacy for decades. With the Legacy’s departure, SIA will shift focus to producing the Subaru Forester and the upcoming Forester Hybrid, aligning with the industry’s pivot toward electrification and SUVs.

The Legacy’s Rally Car History

The Subaru Legacy may not be as famous as the Impreza in rally circles, but it carved out its own legacy on the track. The 1990 Subaru World Rally Team raced the Legacy to multiple podium finishes and three straight British Rally Championship titles

What the Legacy Leaves Behind

The modern iteration of the Legacy dropped its rally pedigree and represented Subaru’s commitment to building cars that were safe, capable, and quietly confident. It will be remembered as a reliable companion for millions of drivers.

The 2025 Legacy bows out with five trim levels, Subaru’s EyeSight safety suite, and (of course) standard all-wheel drive. While the base engine remains a modest 2.5L flat-four, the Sport and Touring XT trims offer a turbocharged 2.4L engine with 260 horsepower.

Subaru is moving forward with hybrid Foresters and electrified ambitions, but the Legacy will always be part of the Subaru story.