Subaru Legacy 2003 vs Subaru XV 2011

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Subaru Legacy
2003 - 2006
Subaru XV
2011 - 2016
Body: SedanCrossover / SUV
Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 2.0 - 3.0 (petrol)1.6 - 2.0 (petrol, diesel)
Both cars are available with petrol engines. Subaru XV is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types.

Performance

Power: 138 - 245 HP109 - 150 HP
Torque: 187 - 297 NM150 - 350 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.9 - 13 seconds9.3 - 13.8 seconds
In general, Subaru Legacy are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Subaru XV. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.5 - 11.75.6 - 6.9
Subaru Legacy petrol engines consumes on average 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than Subaru XV.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Ground clearance: 150 - 155 mm (5.9 - 6.1 inches)220 mm (8.7 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru XV can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 4.66 m4.45 m
Width: 1.73 m1.78 m
Height: 1.42 m1.57 m
Subaru Legacy is 21 cm longer than the Subaru XV, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Subaru Legacy is 15 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 433 litres380 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
no data1270 litres
Subaru Legacy has more luggage capacity.
Subaru Legacy has 53 litres more trunk space than the Subaru XV.
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Subaru Legacy is 0.2 metres more than that of the Subaru XV.
Gross weight: ~ 1`948 kgno data
Safety: no data
Quality:
high
no data
Average price (€): 180013 000
Pros and Cons: Subaru Legacy has
  • only petrol engines available
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
Subaru XV has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • higher ground clearance
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