| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 | |
| Model | Subaru Legacy | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 115.5 in | -7.2 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 193.2 in | -6.8 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 76.3 in | -4.6 in |
| Height | 59.3 in | 69.4 in | -10.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3400 lb. | 4680 lb. | -1280 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.4 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 60.5 in | -4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 40.4 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.8 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 22.9 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 66.0 ft3 | -51.3 ft3 |
| 2010 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
I can easily fit three our four six foot adults in the car comfortably. see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
I can easily fit three our four six foot adults in the car comfortably. see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Good sized back seat, could fit two adults very comfortably with plenty of legroom. see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
I can put adults back there, unlike the previous 2 WRXs. see full Subaru Legacy review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 BMW X5.