The SUBARU LEGACY (1998-07) 5DR SPORTS TOURER 3.0 RN AUTO4 is a large, five-door estate, rather than an SUV or conventional family hatchback. It sits in the practical, roomy end of the used-car market, offering estate-car space with a more distinctive Japanese alternative to familiar European rivals such as the Ford Mondeo estate and Volvo V70. The 3.0-litre engine and automatic gearbox make it well suited to relaxed longer journeys, while the load area and five-door access suit families, outdoor hobbies and drivers needing everyday carrying room. Subaru’s all-wheel-drive system gives this Legacy a different appeal from many front-wheel-drive estates, especially in poor weather, though its larger engine may mean higher fuel costs than smaller rivals. Mycarcheck.com recorded 54 look-ups covering 38 distinct VINs, with an average private-sale valuation of £700. Checked examples averaged 119,000 miles, 5,000 miles annually and 4.6 previous keepers, useful context when assessing condition and vehicle history.