That's what I was thinking in February when I bought my '17, but I personally don't enjoy driving it like I do my 2010. I'm not complaining about the car itself, its safe, reliable, comfortable etc...just my personal preference and how I like to drive. I made the choice to buy it, but I have been second guessing that decision lately.
During inclement weather up here in New England, I use my Jeep Wrangler, (which is a 5 speed!) so the AWD is less of a factor than when I bought my last Legacy in the fall of 2009.