2011 Subaru Legacy Comparison

The Subaru Legacy is a midsize sedan with standard AWD. Subaru has touted the benefits of their vehicles' all-wheel-drive capabilities for years, and the Legacy represents their most advanced sedan yet. This generation of Legacy was all-new for 2010 and had small improvements this year. While the Legacy may be the market's most recognized AWD sedan, it does have some competition.

Starting price: $19,999 + D&H
All-wheel drive only
2.5L 170-hp engine
Optional 100,000-mile/7-yr powertrain limited warranty ($2,050)
Safety: 6 standard air bags
Safety: braking (60-0 mph) – 121 ft

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One of the new entries in the midsize market is the Suzuki Kizashi, from Japan’s third largest automaker. It features European-inspired design and handling, as well as advanced safety features and premium interior materials more typically found in luxury cars – but at a sticker price starting under $20,000. The Kizashi was newly introduced in 2010 and has received upgrades for 2011.

Starting price: $18,999 + D&H
Front-wheel drive with AWD option
100,000-mile/7-yr powertrain limited warranty
Standard SmartPass™ key-free entry with push-button ignition
Named "Most Satisfying Midsize Car in America" by AutoPacific 2011 Owner Survey
Consumers Digest 2011 "Best Buy" award
Safety: 8 standard air bags
Safety: braking (60-0 mph) – 114 ft

We put them to the test so you could make a more informed buying decision. View Road Review's head-to-head comparisons of some of the most popular midsize sedans on the road today to find out which car is right for you.

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2011 Subaru Legacy

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	2011 Subaru Legacy	2011 Suzuki Kizashi
PRICE
Base MSRP	$19,995	$18,999
Popularly Equipped Model w/AT MSRP	$23,320 - Premium AWD	$22,049 - SE FWD $23,399 - SE AWD
Basic Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty	36,000-Mile/3-Yr	36,000-Mile/3-Yr
Powertrain Warranty	Transferable 60,000-Mile/5-Yr	Transferable 100,000-Mile/7-Yr
100,000-Mile Powertrain Warranty	Optional $2,050	Standard
SAFETY
Air bags	6 Air bags	8 Air bags Includes rear side airbags
IIHS Test Results (Front, Side, Rear)	Good/Good/Good	Good/Good/Good
Braking (60-0 MPH - Dry Conditions)	121 ft	114 ft
Braking (45-0 MPH - Wet/Winter Conditions)	213 ft	177 ft
Electronic Stability Control	Standard	Standard
Accident Avoidance (Max MPH - Wet/Winter)	34.09	36.81
PERFORMANCE
Engine (Base)	2.5L H-4 170 HP	2.4L I-4 185 HP
Transmission	6-Speed MT/CVT Auto	6-Speed MT/CVT Auto
Acceleration (0-60 MPH)	8.68 sec (AT)	8.57 sec (AT)
EPA Fuel Economy (Base AT, combined)	26 MPG (AWD)	26 MPG (FWD)/25 MPG (AWD)
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut Independent	McPherson Strut Independent
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone Independent	5-Link Independent
Wheels (Popular Model)	16-inch Alloy	18-inch Alloy
Drivetrain(s)	AWD	FWD or AWD
Handling/Slalom	62.5 MPH	65.6 MPH
Handling/Skidpad	0.79g	0.89g
TECHNOLOGY
Premium Audio (Optional)	Harman Kardon 440-Watt w/9 Speakers	Rockford Fosgate 425-Watt w/10 Speakers
Navigation	Available	Available
Traffic Conditions	Not Available	Available
Bluetooth Handsfree Calling	Available	Available
Bluetooth Wireless Streaming Audio	Available	Available
Rear Vision Camera	Available	Available
Rear Sonar Parking Assist	Not Available	Available
Rain-Sensing Wipers	Not Available	Available
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Air Conditioning	Standard - Manual	Standard with Auto Dual-Zone Climate Control
Power Windows/Door Locks	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat (Popular Model)	Standard 10-way	Standard 10-way with 3-position Memory
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard
Keyfree Push-Button Start and Entry	Not Available	Standard
Leather Seating	Available	Available
Sport Seats	Not Available	Standard All Models
Trunk Pass-Through	Not Available	Standard