Acura ILX vs Subaru Legacy
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Subaru Legacy
Overview
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Legacy Sedan |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,300 | $26,810 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $13,901 | $11,659 (best) |
| Median listing price | $22,967 | $21,695 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $26,500 (best) | $26,888 |
| For sale now | 7 | 9 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp (best) | 182 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft (best) | 176 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.4 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,095 lbs (best) | 3,492 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 108.3 in (best) |
| Length | 182.2 in | 191.1 in (best) |
| Width | 70.6 in | 72.4 in (best) |
| Height | 55.6 in | 59.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura ILX | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $27,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Legacy Sedan $26,810 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $29,300 MSRP | Premium $29,110 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $31,300 MSRP | Limited $35,920 MSRP |
| 4 | Base $33,200 MSRP | Sport $36,410 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Touring XT $40,110 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Platinum White Pearl•ebony56,244 mi$22,967Acura of Seattle
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Acura ILX vs Subaru Legacy FAQ
- Which is better: 2022 Acura ILX or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Acura ILX vs 2025 Subaru Legacy on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2022 Acura ILX or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Subaru Legacy starts lower at $26,810. Live Acura ILX listings start at $13,901. Live Subaru Legacy listings start at $11,659.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Acura ILX or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,810).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Acura ILX or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2022 Acura ILX or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2022 Acura ILX vs 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura ILX (5/5 NHTSA overall); Subaru Legacy (5/5 NHTSA overall).