

Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Subaru Ascent | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 113.8 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 196.8 in | -10.6 in |
Width | 68.1 in | 76.0 in | -7.9 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 71.6 in | -15.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3250 lb. | 4421 lb. | -1171 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 41.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 61.1 in | -6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.2 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 40.0 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 60.3 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 0.0 in | 52.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.6 in | -4.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.0 in | -57 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | -34.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.4 | 43.5 ft3 | -32.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 ft3 | 75.6 ft3 | -64.2 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 Subaru Ascent.