Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) has reached a major manufacturing milestone, rolling out its six millionth vehicle—a 2025 Subaru Legacy Limited in Cosmic Blue Pearl—at its Lafayette, Indiana facility. The moment marks both a celebration of longevity and a poignant farewell, as the milestone vehicle also represents the final generation of the Subaru Legacy sedan, which will end production this fall.
“This milestone is a powerful reminder of how far we’ve come over the past 38 years,” said Scott Brand, president and COO of SIA. “I’m incredibly proud of our associates and the consistent dedication they bring to exceeding our customers’ expectations for safe, high-quality vehicles.”
The Lafayette plant, Subaru’s only manufacturing site outside of Japan, has become a cornerstone of the brand’s North American strategy. Currently producing the Ascent, Crosstrek, Legacy, and Outback, the facility is responsible for assembling approximately half of all Subarus sold across North America.
Yet the six-millionth vehicle comes with a hint of nostalgia. The Legacy, first launched for the U.S. market on September 11, 1989, was the very first Subaru built at SIA. Designed to compete in the mid-size sedan segment, the Legacy brought advanced technology and sharp styling to the table. Its wagon variant would later evolve into one of Subaru’s most successful and recognizable nameplates—the Outback.
Over its seven generations, the Subaru Legacy has garnered over 1.3 million U.S. sales. However, like many sedans, its market share has dwindled amid consumer preference for SUVs and crossovers. Subaru has acknowledged this shift by preparing for the next phase of its U.S. manufacturing roadmap.
Production of the popular Subaru Forester will begin at the Indiana plant this fall, with the Forester Hybrid following in spring 2026. This move not only expands the plant’s capacity but also aligns with Subaru’s broader push toward electrification and sustainability.
“Our associates have every reason to take great pride in this achievement,” Brand added. “They’ve weathered a number of industry challenges in recent years with resilience, never losing sight of their commitment to excellence.”
Looking ahead, SIA expects to reach another production milestone—its eight millionth vehicle—by November. As the automotive landscape evolves, Subaru’s U.S. plant remains a symbol of adaptability and forward-thinking manufacturing.
While the end of the Legacy may mark the conclusion of one chapter, it also underscores a strategic pivot toward electrified mobility and localized production. In the ever-shifting terrain of the automotive world, Subaru’s Indiana plant stands firm—part legacy, part future.
Source: Subaru