

Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
3.0L H6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6600 215 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 105.1 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 186.2 in | -5.3 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 68.1 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 56.1 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 3450 lb. | 3345 lb. | 105 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.4 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 51.0 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 44.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 53.7 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.6 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 33.9 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Subaru WRX.
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 |