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More than Just a Pretty Face
The taut suspension of the Legacy 2.5 GT Limited has been thoroughly revised for
even sharper response and greater road feel in the Legacy 2.5 GT spec.B. The
exclusive Bilstein Sport Suspension equips the Legacy 2.5 GT spec.B model with
performance-tuned shock absorbers for flatter cornering response.
Subaru engineers also replaced the MacPherson strut front suspension with an
inverted strut configuration similar to that in the rally-bred Impreza WRX STI,
including aluminum-alloy lower control arms. The multi-link rear suspension
gains aluminum-alloy rear arms and upper links in place of cast-iron pieces to
reduce unsprung weight (and thereby enhance handling response). Finally, the
18-inch alloy wheels are fitted with 215/45 R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE050A
summer performance tires.
Exclusive spec.B Interior
The striking Brick Red leather trimmed upholstery highlights the unique interior
styling of the Legacy 2.5 GT spec.B. The distinctive interior is further
differentiated from the 2.5 GT Limited model by aluminum-alloy pedal covers, a
3-spoke MOMO leather-wrapped steering wheel with integrated audio controls,
“spec.B” floor mats and an individually numbered limited-edition plaque.
The Legacy 2.5 GT spec.B further builds on the generous standard equipment of
the 2.5 GT Limited Sedan, adding the new Subaru Navigation System and an
upgraded audio system with MP3 capability. Standard features shared with the 2.5
GT Limited Sedan include dual-zone automatic climate control, performance-design
front seats, power moonroof, an 8-way power driver’s seat and a 4-way power
passenger seat (both with 4-stage heating) and heated exterior mirrors. All
Legacy models for 2006 feature, as standard equipment, Subaru Advanced Frontal
Air Bag System, front seat side impact air bags, active front seat head
restraints and side curtain air bags.
Big Power, Confident Control
The 2.5-liter intercooled turbo Boxer engine in the spec.B produces 250
horsepower @ 5,600 rpm and 250 lb.-ft. of peak torque @ 3,600 rpm. Putting the
power down is the Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive which, when teamed with a
5-speed manual transmission as in the Legacy 2.5 GT spec.B, employs a
viscous-coupling locking center differential with a 50:50 torque split. Slippage
at the front or rear wheels will transfer more power to the opposite set.
A 4-wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force
Distribution (EBD) is standard on all Legacy models. The 2.5 GT Limited and 2.5
GT spec.B models employ larger brake rotors than other Legacy models, with
ventilated rear discs in place of solid discs.
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