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2008 Subaru Legacy and 2016 Subaru WRX Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
| Model | Subaru Legacy | Subaru WRX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 104.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 180.9 in | 5.3 in |
| Width | 68.1 in | 70.7 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 58.1 in | -2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3365 lb. | 3433 lb. | -68 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 52.2 in | -1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 43.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 37.1 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 54.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Legacy
| 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru WRX
| 2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru WRX
| 2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
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