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Dodge Magnum vs Subaru Legacy

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2008 Dodge Magnum

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2025 Subaru Legacy

Overview

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
Selected trimBaseLegacy Sedan
Body styleWagonSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20082025

Pricing & market

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
MSRP$23,420 (best)$26,810
Lowest listing price$11,659 (best)
Median listing price$21,695 (best)
Highest listing price$26,888 (best)
For sale now09 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
Combined MPG21 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG35 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
Horsepower178 hp182 hp (best)
Torque190 lb-ft (best)176 lb-ft
Engine size2.7 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6flat 4

Size & capability

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume71.6 cu ft (best)15.1 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,842 lbs3,492 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.6 in (best)
Wheelbase120 in (best)108.3 in
Length197.7 in (best)191.1 in
Width74.1 in (best)72.4 in
Height58.3 in59.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge MagnumBaseSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)5None reported (best)

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.

TrimDodge MagnumSubaru Legacy
1

Base

$23,420 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Legacy Sedan

$26,810 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SXT

$27,225 MSRP

Premium

$29,110 MSRP

3

SXT

$29,855 MSRP

Limited

$35,920 MSRP

4

RT

$31,780 MSRP

Sport

$36,410 MSRP

5

RT

$33,880 MSRP

Touring XT

$40,110 MSRP

6

SRT-8

$38,105 MSRP

Live inventory

Dodge Magnum vs Subaru Legacy FAQ

Which is better: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Dodge Magnum 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: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Dodge Magnum starts lower at $23,420. Live Subaru Legacy listings start at $11,659.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,420).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on horsepower in this comparison (425).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 Dodge Magnum or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
The 2008 Dodge Magnum leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,800).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2008 Dodge Magnum vs 2025 Subaru Legacy?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Legacy (5/5 NHTSA overall).