2024 Subaru Legacy vs. 2024 Toyota Corolla Review

Picture of the 2024 Subaru Legacy

2024 Subaru
Legacy

MSRP*: $24,895 to $38,195
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Corolla

2024 Toyota
Corolla

MSRP*: $22,050 to $27,150
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MPG - City 23 - 27 MPG 31 - 32 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 35 MPG 40 - 41 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 169-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 182 - 260 hp 169 hp
Exterior Length 191.1 in 182.5 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 70.1 in
Leg Room Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 38.3 - 39.4 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 38.0 - 38.3 in
Rear 37.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Legacy than the Toyota Corolla. The Subaru Legacy will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota Corolla.

Convenience
The Subaru Legacy will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota Corolla, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Subaru Legacy will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Corolla, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Subaru Legacy is much wider than the Toyota Corolla, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Subaru Legacy, which is slightly longer than the Toyota Corolla.

Handling
The Subaru Legacy has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Corolla, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Subaru Legacy is somewhat more powerful than the Toyota Corolla.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Subaru Legacy transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Toyota Corolla.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Subaru Legacy and the Toyota Corolla.