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2022 BMW 228 Gran Coupe vs. 2022 Subaru Legacy Review

Picture of the 2022 BMW 228 Gran Coupe

2022 BMW
228 Gran Coupe

MSRP*: $35,700 to $37,700
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2022 Subaru
Legacy

MSRP*: $23,495 to $36,695
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Invoice* $33,700 to $35,560 $21,715 to $33,799
MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 24 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG 32 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 182 - 260 hp
Exterior Length 178.5 in 190.6 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.4 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 38.2 - 39.8 in
Rear 35.6 - 38.2 in
Front 37.3 - 39.4 in
Rear 37.2 in
Basic Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles 3 years/36,000 miles

*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
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Legacy than the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, due to its greater head- and legroom. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, drivers may find the Subaru Legacy a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

Convenience
With the Subaru Legacy you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 BMW 228 Gran Coupe is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Legacy. Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The BMW 228 Gran Coupe and the Subaru Legacy have similar Destination Charges.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is much slimmer than the Subaru Legacy, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Legacy.

Handling
The BMW 228 Gran Coupe has about the same turning radius as the Subaru Legacy, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is somewhat more powerful than the Subaru Legacy.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 228 Gran Coupe does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Subaru Legacy.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 228 Gran Coupe and the Subaru Legacy.

Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the BMW 228 Gran Coupe than that of the Subaru Legacy.