| Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
| Model | Subaru Legacy | BMW XM | |
| Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 483 hp@5400 479 lb-ft@1600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 122.2 in | -13.9 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 201.2 in | -14.8 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 78.9 in | -7.2 in |
| Height | 59.3 in | 69.1 in | -9.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3600 lb. | 6094 lb. | -2494 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.2 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 60.3 in | -4 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 | 57.5 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.3 in | -2.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.8 in (over 2 rows) | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -3.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.7 | 64.3 ft3 | -49.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 64.3 ft3 | -49.6 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 2023 BMW XM.