2019 Kia Optima vs 2020 Subaru Legacy
Overview | |
MSRP$22,900 | MSRP$22,745 |
Average price$15,556 | Average price$21,290 |
Listings865 | Listings337 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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2019 Kia Optima 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. | |
2020 Subaru Legacy Reviews SummaryIt’s something we’ve said almost exhaustively on this site: Crossovers are king, and the age of sedans owning the road has waned. But you can’t fault us for reporting what’s happening out there, and if you bought your first car more than a decade ago, this may still be news to you. Their combination of cargo space, passenger space, and added ride height—with a seemingly minimal penalty when it comes to fuel economy—contributed largely to the proliferation of SUVs over the past 10 years. But what of the humble sedan? And what is an automaker to do when one of its best-selling segments becomes passé? If that automaker is Subaru, the play is to lean into the niche. For the 4-door, 5-passenger Legacy, that means a focus on practicality, efficiency, and safety. The Legacy has long been a pragmatic choice thanks to its standard all-wheel-drive (AWD), fuel-efficient engines, and easy-to-use interiors. The 2020 Legacy can still boast AWD and strong mileage, but Subaru has made some major changes inside its midsize sedan in an attempt to go more mainstream and grab a larger slice of the shriveling sedan market. Some of the technology Subaru added has been great, but one major change to the dash of the new Legacy makes us ask what Subaru is thinking. | |
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 | ||
MSRP | $22,900 | $22,745 |
Average price | $15,556 | $21,290 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 3.7 |
Expert reviews | 9.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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. | It’s something we’ve said almost exhaustively on this site: Crossovers are king, and the age of sedans owning the road has waned. But you can’t fault us for reporting what’s happening out there, and if you bought your first car more than a decade ago, this may still be news to you. Their combination of cargo space, passenger space, and added ride height—with a seemingly minimal penalty when it comes to fuel economy—contributed largely to the proliferation of SUVs over the past 10 years. But what of the humble sedan? And what is an automaker to do when one of its best-selling segments becomes passé? If that automaker is Subaru, the play is to lean into the niche. For the 4-door, 5-passenger Legacy, that means a focus on practicality, efficiency, and safety. The Legacy has long been a pragmatic choice thanks to its standard all-wheel-drive (AWD), fuel-efficient engines, and easy-to-use interiors. The 2020 Legacy can still boast AWD and strong mileage, but Subaru has made some major changes inside its midsize sedan in an attempt to go more mainstream and grab a larger slice of the shriveling sedan market. Some of the technology Subaru added has been great, but one major change to the dash of the new Legacy makes us ask what Subaru is thinking. |
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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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