Subaru Outback vs Subaru Legacy
Overview | |
Years produced1990-Present | Years produced2000-Present |
MSRP$22,895 | MSRP$29,995 |
Average price$17,180 | Average price$22,231 |
Listings6469 | Listings8990 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
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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 SummaryOne of the nameplates that helped define the crossover craze now stands out as strikingly different. The 2025 Subaru Outback is one of the last remaining station wagons on the market. However, given that it's currently based on the soon-to-be-discontinued Subaru Legacy sedan, the Outback is likely to shift away from its current low-slung long-roof shape soon. That means this could be your last opportunity to park Crocodile Dundee’s favorite ride in your driveway. Verdict: The Outback offers a unique combination of practicality and value, but it’s held back by lackluster tech. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 | Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 | Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.1 cu ft | Cargo Space32.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3499 lbs | Curb Weight3641 lbs |
Height59.1 in | Height66.4 in |
Length190.6 in | Length191.1 in |
Width82.0 in | Width82.0 in |
Wheelbase108.3 in | Wheelbase108.1 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2700 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1990-Present | 2000-Present |
MSRP | $22,895 | $29,995 |
Average price | $17,180 | $22,231 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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. | One of the nameplates that helped define the crossover craze now stands out as strikingly different. The 2025 Subaru Outback is one of the last remaining station wagons on the market. However, given that it's currently based on the soon-to-be-discontinued Subaru Legacy sedan, the Outback is likely to shift away from its current low-slung long-roof shape soon. That means this could be your last opportunity to park Crocodile Dundee’s favorite ride in your driveway. Verdict: The Outback offers a unique combination of practicality and value, but it’s held back by lackluster tech. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.1 cu ft | 32.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3499 lbs | 3641 lbs |
Height | 59.1 in | 66.4 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 191.1 in |
Width | 82.0 in | 82.0 in |
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 108.1 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2700 lbs | |
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