Verdict
B
← Subaru Legacy · 1994-1999 · Mk2 BD/BG
Subaru Legacy Mk2 BD/BG
Headline trim: 2.5 GT-B Twin Turbo — 276 bhp, 0-62 in 6.5s.
BHP
276 bhp
0–60
6.5 s
Top speed
149 mph
MPG
20 mpg (US)
Used
$3,200-$11,000
Strengths
- Twin-turbo GT-B legend
- Outback variant added
- Symmetrical AWD
Weaknesses
- Head gasket EJ25
- Rust
- JDM imports prevalent
Notable tech
- BD/BG platform
- Saloon, estate, Outback
- EJ20 / EJ25 boxer
- Twin-turbo (GT)
- Symmetrical AWD
Common issues
- Head gasket EJ25
- Twin-turbo plumbing on GT
- CV joint wear
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk2 BD/BG's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
2.0 EJ20 boxer
BHP134
Torque186 Nm
0–6010.0 s
Top124 mph
MPG (US)25 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT
2.5 EJ25 boxer
BHP162
Torque230 Nm
0–608.7 s
Top128 mph
MPG (US)23 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT
2.0 GT Twin Turbo
BHP276
Torque343 Nm
0–606.5 s
Top149 mph
MPG (US)20 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT