or see the K5 models for sale near you. 

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The Subaru Legacy is available in five trims: Base, Premium, Limited, Sport, and Touring XT. Pricing starts at $26,380, slightly lower than the K5 and other rivals like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. You get all-wheel drive standard across the entire range. 

The Sport and Touring models benefit from a 260-hp turbo 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine. Similar to the K5, this bump in horsepower is greatly appreciated in all types of driving scenarios, especially when quick passing maneuvers are on the menu.  

Standard AWD: Unlike all of its main competitors, the Legacy stands alone in having all-wheel drive standard. This is one key reason why this Subaru sedan is popular in places where quick changes in the weather can make roads slick and hazardous. 

Roomy rear seats: Rear passengers enjoy 39.5 inches of legroom when perched in the Legacy’s backseat. This is among the best in its class and about 4 inches more than the rear legroom afforded by the K5. 

Optional turbocharged engine: Many Legacy shoppers will be fine with the price, power, and fuel mileage provided by the standard 182-hp 4-cylinder engine. However, we suggest at least taking a test drive of the more potent turbo engine used in the Sport and Touring XT. It comes at a premium, but the stronger acceleration it provides makes it a tempting choice, in our opinion. 

Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Legacy models for sale near you. 

The Kia K5 and Subaru Legacy are eminently practical sedans with nearly identical fuel economy, adult-friendly cabins, reasonably large trunks, and a solid roster of driver aids like lane-keep assist and automatic high-beam headlights. All-wheel drive is a common link, too, even if it’s ubiquitous on the Legacy. Each also has a wild side courtesy of an optional turbocharged engine in racier upper trims.

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for New 2025 Kia K5 vehicles and vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.

	2025 Kia K5	2025 Subaru Legacy
Popular Powertrains
Engine	2.5-liter 4-cylinder	2.5-liter 4-cylinder
Horsepower	191 hp @ 5,500 rpm	182 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque	181 lb-ft  @ 4,000 rpm	176 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
Transmission	8-speed automatic	CVT
Fuel economy	26 mpg city/36 mpg highway/30 mpg combined	27 mpg city/35 mpg highway/30 mpg combined
Also Available	Turbo 2.5-liter 4-cylinder, AWD	Turbo 2.4-liter 4-cylinder
Specs
Basic Warranty	5 years/60,000 miles	3 years/36,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty	10 years/100,000 miles	5 years/60,000 miles
NHTSA Overall Safety	5-Star	5-Star
Max Seating Capacity	5	5
Wheelbase	112.2 inches	108.3 inches
Overall Length	193.1 inches	191.1 inches
Width	73.2 inches	72.4 inches
Height	56.9 inches	59.1 inches
Turning Diameter	36.0 feet	36.8 feet
Headroom, Front	40.2 inches	39.4 inches
Headroom, 2nd Row	37.8 inches	37.2 inches
Legroom, Front	46.1 inches	42.8 inches
Legroom, 2nd Row	35.2 inches	39.5 inches
Shoulder Room, Front	58.0 inches	58.1 inches
Shoulder Room, 2nd Row	56.1 inches	57.4 inches
Cargo Volume	15.6 cubic feet	15.1 cubic feet

The K5 and Legacy are very evenly matched in several ways. Both come with a wide range of comfort and convenience features, including available wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation, heated seats, and larger available infotainment touchscreens. 

We love some of the Legacy’s perks, such as standard all-wheel drive and more rear legroom. Yet the K5 impresses with its more refined base engine and sharper design inside and out. Helping to seal the deal is a class-leading warranty that includes powertrain coverage of 10 years/100,000 miles, whichever comes first.