Subaru Announces Pricing on All-New 2000 Legacy &
Outback Models
 
1 July 1999
 
Subaru Announces Pricing on All-New 2000 Legacy & Outback Models
 
CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA)
announced today the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) on the
completely redesigned and re-engineered 2000 model year Legacy and Outback
models.
The next generation of the popular Legacy and Outback lines builds on the
company's heritage of all-wheel drive safety and performance and takes it to
the next level. The all-new Legacy and Outback models are wider and more
aerodynamic than their predecessors. They have undergone a complete structural
redesign making the new vehicles safer and quieter. The new models have an
enhanced Subaru All-Wheel Driving System featuring added performance and
handling with more low-end and mid-range torque, a new multi-link rear
suspension and available viscous limited-slip rear differential.
Subaru added higher equipment levels and upgrades across both model lines
with a weighted average MSRP increase of only 1.0% or $239. Legacy Brighton
and L models now have 2.5 liter engines. New safety features on all models
include daytime running lights, front seat belt pre-tensioners and force
limiters, three-point rear center seatbelts and a rear center seat headrest
(most models). Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is now standard across Legacy
and Outback models. Front-seat side-impact air bags (SRS), 6-way power
driver's seat and limited -- slip rear differential are now standard on the GT
Limited and Outback Limited models. Also new for 2000, all Legacy and Outback
models now come with standard 24-hour roadside assistance and are emission
certified in all 50 states.
"Our ability to add equipment to these completely redesigned vehicles for
a minimal price increase has resulted in the best value story we've ever had
for the Legacy and Outback lines," said Fred Adcock, senior vice president of
Sales.
The MSRP for the price leader Brighton Wagon begins at $18,395 for manual
transmission. For Legacy Sedans, the MSRP starts at $19,195 for the manual
transmission L model. The Outback line starts at $22,695 for the manual
transmission. Automatic transmission is available on all Legacy and Outback
models for $800. It is standard on the Outback Limited Sedan.
The redesigned Legacy GT sedans and wagons now come with 6-way power
driver's seat and viscous limited-slip rear differential. The GT Wagon
features a step roof and dual moon roof standard. Limited models are equipped
with front-seat side-impact airbags. For the 2000 model year, the new L models
have added a standard 2.5 liter engine, 15-inch wheels and tires, and a step
roof with roof rails on the wagon. Brighton models offer their best value
ever, adding the 2.5 liter engine, Anti-lock Braking System, power windows and
a step roof.
 
OUTBACK
The new Outback, designed expressly for the US market, is sleeker, longer
and wider. The vehicle has a more aggressive look with new lower body side
cladding and wider, larger diameter wheels and tires. Several performance,
comfort and convenience features have been added throughout the Outback line,
including liquid filled engine mounts and a standard 6-way power driver's
seat.
Outback Limited models now come standard with power moonroof (dual power
moonroof for the wagon), leather-trimmed upholstery and the All-Weather
Package which includes dual mode heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors,
front windshield wiper deicer and viscous limited-slip rear differential.
Delivery and destination charges remain at $495 for all vehicles except in
Alaska ($685). 2000 model year pricing for the company's Forester and Impreza
models will be released at a later date.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy
Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered near Philadelphia, the company
markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts and accessories through a
network of nearly 600 franchised dealers across the United States. All
Legacy, Outback and Outback Limited models sold in the U.S. are produced at
the company's American manufacturing plant, Subaru-Isuzu Automotive, Inc.,
near Lafayette, Ind.
 
SUBARU LEGACY & OUTBACK
2000 MANUFACTURER'S SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICES
(Current as of June 30, 1999)
 
Legacy Sedans 2000 MSRP*
L MT5 (2.5L) AWD $19,195
L 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $19,995
GT MT5 (2.5L) AWD $22,795
GT 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $23,595
GT Limited MT5 (2.5L) AWD $24,295
GT Limited 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $25,095
 
Legacy Wagons
Brighton MT5 (2.5L) AWD $18,395
Brighton 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $19,195
L MT5 (2.5L) AWD $19,895
L 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $20,695
GT MT5 (2.5L) AWD $23,695
GT 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $24,495
 
Outback Sedan & Wagons
Outback Limited Sedan 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $25,895
Outback MT5 (2.5L) AWD $22,695
Outback 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $23,495
Outback MT5 (2.5)L AWD
w/Integrated Child Safety Seat $22,895
Outback 4EAT (2.5L) AWD
w/Integrated Child Safety Seat $23,695
Outback w/All-Weather Pkg. MT5 (2.5L) AWD $23,195
Outback w/All-Weather Pkg. 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $23,995
Outback w/All-Weather Pkg. MT5 (2.5L) AWD
w/Integrated Child Safety Seat $23,395
Outback w/All-Weather Pkg. 4EAT (2.5L) AWD
w/Integrated Child Safety Seat $24,195
Outback Limited MT5 (2.5L) AWD $26,095
Outback Limited 4EAT (2.5L) AWD $26,895
 
*The delivery and destination fee is $495 on all models except in Alaska
($685). Prices shown do not include freight, licenses and state or local
taxes.
 
OPTIONS 2000 MSRP
4-Speed Automatic Transmission $800
 
-- Standard on Outback Limited Sedan
-- Available on Brighton, L, GT, GT Limited, Outback, Outback
w/All-Weather Pkg. and Outback Limited
 
All-Weather Package $500
(Includes Heated Front Seats, Heated Exterior Mirrors, Windshield Wiper
De-Icer & Viscous limited-slip rear differential )
 
-- Standard on Outback Limited Wagon and Outback Limited Sedan
-- Available on Outback Wagon
 
For more information, contact Kim Marino of Subaru of America,
609-488-8578.