| Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
| Model | Subaru Legacy | BMW iX | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 118.1 in | -13 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 195.0 in | -8.8 in |
| Width | 68.1 in | 77.4 in | -9.3 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 66.8 in | -10.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3250 lb. | 5659 lb. | -2409 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 41.5 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 61.5 in | -7.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 40.2 in | 3.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 39.5 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 58.3 in | -4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 0.0 in | 52.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.9 in | -5 in |
| Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 | -24.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 ft3 | 77.9 ft3 | -66.5 ft3 |
| 2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW iX.