Legacy stock suspension - good enough?

Rev · 08-05-2005, 03:34 PM

I am planning on getting a new car around Sept/Oct and I can't rule out the Legacy GT. I don't want to test drive until I am ready to buy. I have read here that the suspension is not as aggresive as the WRX, which I think isn't very aggressive itself.

For those of you who have driven both, can you give me a comparison. How does the Legacy handle compared to other cars. Its it more BMW, or more Toyota Camery?

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Huffer · 08-05-2005, 03:43 PM

The Legacy is tuned to be a road touring champion, not a cone dancing tarmac machine.

It's a system designed from factory to provide you with better than average response but not to compromise comfort for passengers.

It's certainly capable enough around a few tight corners, but don't expect to have it sitting flat and level around them.

I think the suspension is on par with the 05 WRX, bearing in mind the WRX is a slightly lighter platform and therefore a little more skittish.

If you were planning to do more than just daily touring and commuting, I would be swapping the springs and swaybars for something stiffer.

08-05-2005, 03:34 PM	#1
Rev Scooby Specialist Member#: 9681 Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: NY Vehicle: 2010 Outback 2.5L White	Legacy stock suspension - good enough? I am planning on getting a new car around Sept/Oct and I can't rule out the Legacy GT. I don't want to test drive until I am ready to buy. I have read here that the suspension is not as aggresive as the WRX, which I think isn't very aggressive itself. For those of you who have driven both, can you give me a comparison. How does the Legacy handle compared to other cars. Its it more BMW, or more Toyota Camery? * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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08-05-2005, 03:43 PM	#2
Huffer Scooby Specialist Member#: 36735 Join Date: May 2003 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Wellington,NZ / Willoughby,OH Vehicle: 99 GF8 Impreza 2.0 2= 1998 BD + BK Legacy GT	The Legacy is tuned to be a road touring champion, not a cone dancing tarmac machine. It's a system designed from factory to provide you with better than average response but not to compromise comfort for passengers. It's certainly capable enough around a few tight corners, but don't expect to have it sitting flat and level around them. I think the suspension is on par with the 05 WRX, bearing in mind the WRX is a slightly lighter platform and therefore a little more skittish. If you were planning to do more than just daily touring and commuting, I would be swapping the springs and swaybars for something stiffer.