2015 Subaru Legacy vs. 2015 Hyundai SONATA
In comparing the 2015 Subaru Legacy's and the 2015 Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Subaru Legacy has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2015 Hyundai SONATA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Subaru Legacy's and the 2015 Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Subaru Legacy is a better car than the 2015 Hyundai SONATA.
2015 Subaru Legacy vs. 2015 Hyundai SONATA Pricing
A used 2015 Subaru Legacy ranges from $8,993 to $18,999 while a used 2015 Hyundai SONATA is priced between $7,995 to $17,929.
2015 Subaru Legacy vs. 2015 Hyundai SONATA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Subaru Legacy loses 41.6 percent of its value and the 2015 Hyundai SONATA loses 44.7 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Subaru Legacy retains 3.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Hyundai SONATA.
2015 Subaru Legacy vs. 2015 Hyundai SONATA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Legacy is 8.4 out of 10 while the Hyundai SONATA's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Legacy being ranked 3 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Hyundai SONATA being ranked 6 out of 13.
2015 Subaru Legacy vs. 2015 Hyundai SONATA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Legacy is 8.5 out of 10. For the Hyundai SONATA the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Legacy a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SONATA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Subaru Legacy’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the 2015 Hyundai SONATA base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Legacy is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 666 miles. The SONATA is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 685 miles.This gives the 2015 Subaru Legacy the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Hyundai SONATA the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 2015 Hyundai SONATA has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2015 Subaru Legacy has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2015 Subaru Legacy and the 2015 Hyundai SONATA have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8993 - 18999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.415894
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7995 - 17929
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.446811
Subaru Legacy Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.449106 / 10
Reliability:
8.547319 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.139699 / 10
Reliability:
8.019096 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Subaru Legacy Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Hyundai SONATA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Subaru Legacy Trim Levels
2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 3.6R Limited
2015 Hyundai SONATA Trim Levels
Eco, Limited, Limited 2.0T, SE, Sport, Sport 2.0T
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
174 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 36 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
481 / 666 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 37 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 685 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3468 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
59 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3466 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16