

Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Subaru WRX | |
Engine | 3.0L H6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6600 215 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 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 | 3345 lb. | 3450 lb. | -105 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 |
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 2021 Subaru WRX.