2009 Subaru Legacy towing capacity
The 2009 Subaru Legacy is published in 6 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 2,700 to 3,000 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (3,000 lb) sits in light utility / small-trailer territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2009 Subaru Legacy with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5i 4dr Sedan | — | 170 | 170 | 3.9 | 2,700 | 4,325 | 3,275 | 1,050 |
| 2.5i Limited 4dr Sedan | — | 170 | 170 | 4.11 | 2,700 | 4,325 | 3,388 | 937 |
| 2.5GT Limited 4dr Sedan | — | 243 | 241 | 3.9 | 2,700 | 4,435 | 3,428 | 1,007 |
| 2.5GT spec.B 4dr Sedan | — | 243 | 241 | 3.9 | 2,700 | 4,435 | 3,543 | 892 |
| 3.0R 4dr Sedan | — | 245 | 215 | 3.27 | 2,700 | 4,325 | 3,511 | 814 |
| 3.0R Limited 4dr Sedan | — | 245 | 215 | 3.27 | 3,000 | 4,435 | 3,553 | 882 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2008
The 2008 Subaru Legacy carried a maximum tow rating of 3,000 lb. The 2009 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2008 Subaru Legacy page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2009 Subaru models
The rest of Subaru's 2009 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 3,500 |
| 2009 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 3,500 |
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 3,000 |
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2,600 |
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 2,400 |
| 2009 Subaru Forrester | 2,400 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.