Subaru Legacy vs BMW 5 Series
Overview | |
MSRP$22,895 | MSRP$54,200 |
Listings286 | Listings244 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryBMW was once known for sports sedans, and the 5 Series was one of the most prolific of those sedans. Sitting between the 3 Series and 7 Series in size and price, previous generations of 5 Series were known for a balance of performance and luxury, with impeccable engineering throughout. Today, the BMW 5 Series is largely irrelevant. The 3 Series is now so big that there is less reason to upgrade, and most buyers are more interested in SUVs anyway. The competition—including the Audi A6, Jaguar XF, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Volvo S90—has also gotten better. That doesn’t mean BMW has given up on the 5 Series. The current generation (codename G30) arrived for the 2017 model year, but it gets a midcycle refresh (or LCI, short for “Life Cycle Impulse,” in BMW speak) for 2021. Major updates include a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, a bigger infotainment touchscreen, and subtle styling changes. The 2021 BMW 5 Series is not like the 5 Series models of old. That may drive away hardcore car fans, but the 2021 model makes a strong case to new-car buyers, maintaining sportier-than-average driving dynamics, along with the tech and luxury features expected of a car in this segment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 | Engine2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 | Engine Name2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.1 cu ft | Cargo Space14.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3499 lbs | Curb Weight3765 lbs |
Height59.1 in | Height58.2 in |
Length190.6 in | Length195.8 in |
Width82.0 in | Width83.7 in |
Wheelbase108.3 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload800 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,895 | $54,200 |
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User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | 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. | BMW was once known for sports sedans, and the 5 Series was one of the most prolific of those sedans. Sitting between the 3 Series and 7 Series in size and price, previous generations of 5 Series were known for a balance of performance and luxury, with impeccable engineering throughout. Today, the BMW 5 Series is largely irrelevant. The 3 Series is now so big that there is less reason to upgrade, and most buyers are more interested in SUVs anyway. The competition—including the Audi A6, Jaguar XF, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Volvo S90—has also gotten better. That doesn’t mean BMW has given up on the 5 Series. The current generation (codename G30) arrived for the 2017 model year, but it gets a midcycle refresh (or LCI, short for “Life Cycle Impulse,” in BMW speak) for 2021. Major updates include a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, a bigger infotainment touchscreen, and subtle styling changes. The 2021 BMW 5 Series is not like the 5 Series models of old. That may drive away hardcore car fans, but the 2021 model makes a strong case to new-car buyers, maintaining sportier-than-average driving dynamics, along with the tech and luxury features expected of a car in this segment. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.1 cu ft | 14.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3499 lbs | 3765 lbs |
Height | 59.1 in | 58.2 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 195.8 in |
Width | 82.0 in | 83.7 in |
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 800 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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