

Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 103.0 in | 5.3 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 179.5 in | 9.3 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.1 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 65.9 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 3440 lb. | 222 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.6 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 56.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 43.1 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 40.0 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 55.6 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.0 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -18.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -53.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Subaru Legacy.
2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |