Car Spaces

Subarus have long been sporty, capable cars that were some of the best values on the road. They were just kind of frumpy-looking. That’s no longer the case with the new Legacy wagon and its more rugged Outback sibling.But the real story is the wagons’ strides in refinement, power and handling. Step on the gas, and you’ve got a family hauler that drives like a sports sedan. Fold the rear seats, and you’ve got cargo space to rival a mid-size SUV.This year, base 2.5i models boast a four-cylinder engine with 175 horsepower. Type A owners should check out the optional 250-hp turbocharged four-cylinder. The Outback wagon also offers a 3.0-liter V-6, but the turbo four is far more capable.