4 reasons why Subaru’s overachieving Legacy could be the best mid-size sedan

Subaru received two Best Value Awards from Edmunds.com. The 2015 Subaru Legacy sedan and WRX performance compact. What did They say about Legacy?

The Subaru Legacy received a complete redesign for the 2015 model year and has been receiving plenty of accolades from the experts. Legacy sedan gets another award, this time from Edmunds.com who says the new sedan will retain its value better than all others in the Midsize Car segment.

Edmunds Best Retained Value Awards recognize the brands and 2015 models that have the highest projected residual values after five years based on their average "cash" True Market Value (TMV) price during their first five months in the market, or for vehicles introduced in November or December of 2014, through March 2015.

Why Edmunds likes Legacy

Edmunds says the newly remodeled Legacy four door sedan will retain 48.5 percent of its value after 5 years. Legacy is one of the only models that features all-wheel-drive as standard. They like it for its roomy cabin, upgraded interior and all-weather capability “making the 2015 Subaru Legacy a solid pick for a midsize sedan.”

Edmunds also said, the 2015 Subaru Legacy’s new look, improved fuel mileage, increased passenger comfort and new safety features make the redesigned sedan a more competitive sedan among its midsize rivals. What they didn’t like was its “lackluster acceleration” and “stiffer ride” compared to many competitors.

What we said:

We test drove the new Legacy last summer just after it was launched in the U.S. market. The new 2015 Legacy has received a complete remodel and gets a number of new high-tech goodies, safety features, improved fuel economy and extensive quietening revisions. It comes standard with Subaru’s excellent all-wheel drive system making it an ideal all-weather vehicle. What impressed us most this week, was the new Legacy’s level of safety with improved visibility, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and it’s standard new-generation EyeSight safety system making it the safest new mid-size sedan on the road.

According to Edmunds.com, the new 2015 Subaru Legacy and 2015 WRX are tops when it comes to retaining their value better than any other in the mid-size sedan and compact car segments. They are also the best bet if rain and snow accompany your commute.

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3 important updates are coming on 2016 Subaru Forester

Subaru announced pricing and updates for the 2016 Forester. What new refinements do consumers get for the modest price increase?

Subaru’s best-selling Forester gets new updates in safety and infotainment for 2016. The new model gets a modest price increase from $200 in the base 2.5i Forester to $700 for the 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited and 2.5i Touring models. The 2016 Forester 2.0XT Premium with a 2.0-liter Boxer engine and Lineartronic CVT with manual mode and paddle shifters, also gets a $700 price bump and starts at $29,195. 2.0XT Touring starts at $33,795 (+$700). All models will add $850 destination and delivery. What do Forester buyers get for the price increase?

What’s new for 2016?

The 2016 Subaru Forester SUV gets several upgrades for the new model year. New for 2016, Forester models equipped with EyeSight now include Steering-Responsive Fog Lights. This added safety feature uses the pre-aimed fog lights to individually provide enhanced illumination in the direction of a turn. 2016 Forester also gets new safety and infotainment upgrades.

New STARLINK safety and security

For 2016, Forester Premium, Limited and Touring trims now feature two new Subaru STARLINK Safety and Security packages. STARLINK Safety Plus package includes SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, Maintenance Notifications, Monthly Vehicle Health Report and Diagnostic Alerts. The STARLINK Safety Plus & Security Plus Package adds Stolen Vehicle Recovery Service, Vehicle Security Alarm Notification, Remote Lock/Unlock, Remote Horn and Lights and Remote Vehicle Locator.

STARLINK infotainment

All 2016 Forester trim lines now feature STARLINK, Subaru’s in-vehicle platform that gives drivers entertainment services and hands-free connectivity. Owners can use their smartphones and tap into nearly unlimited entertainment with apps like Pandora, iHeartRadio Aha, and Stitcher. The technology can deliver live traffic alerts and helps reduce driver distraction by displaying texts and allowing the driver to use voice commands for music and navigation (when equipped).

The 2016 Forester 2.5i base model features STARLINK 6.2” Multimedia with a 6.2-in. single-touch gesture display. Forester Premium, Limited and Touring trims get upgraded STARLINK 7.0” Multimedia Plus with a high-resolution 7-in. LCD screen featuring multi-touch gesture controls as standard.

The 2016 Subaru Forester compact SUV begins arriving at dealerships this summer.

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