Kia Optima vs Subaru Legacy
Overview | |
Years produced2001-2020 | Years produced1990-Present |
MSRP$22,900 | MSRP$22,895 |
Listings4054 | Listings6377 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryEven though Americans appear to be trading in cars for good, the midsize family sedan looks better than it’s ever been. Nearly every choice in the segment sports impressive design, engineering, and equipment, and the 2019 Kia Optima shows just how good a typical midsize car can be. From its stylish looks and wide range of engine choices to its roomy interior and sophisticated safety technologies, the 2019 Optima is more than just a great value. It’s a great car. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Subaru Legacy delivers a lot of what the typical Subaru customer is looking for, including standard all-wheel drive (AWD)—it's the only vehicle in its class to offer that. It is also fuel-efficient, has comfortable seats, and ranks as one of the safest vehicles on the market today. But, fit-and-finish questions linger, and the EyeSight safety technology can prove annoying, with frequent beeps and chimes. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3230 lbs | Curb Weight3499 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height59.1 in |
Length191.1 in | Length190.6 in |
Width73.2 in | Width82.0 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase108.3 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-2020 | 1990-Present |
MSRP | $22,900 | $22,895 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 9.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Even though Americans appear to be trading in cars for good, the midsize family sedan looks better than it’s ever been. Nearly every choice in the segment sports impressive design, engineering, and equipment, and the 2019 Kia Optima shows just how good a typical midsize car can be. From its stylish looks and wide range of engine choices to its roomy interior and sophisticated safety technologies, the 2019 Optima is more than just a great value. It’s a great car. | The Subaru Legacy delivers a lot of what the typical Subaru customer is looking for, including standard all-wheel drive (AWD)—it's the only vehicle in its class to offer that. It is also fuel-efficient, has comfortable seats, and ranks as one of the safest vehicles on the market today. But, fit-and-finish questions linger, and the EyeSight safety technology can prove annoying, with frequent beeps and chimes. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3230 lbs | 3499 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 59.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 190.6 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 82.0 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 108.3 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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