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Honda Accord vs Subaru Legacy

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

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2026 Honda Accord

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2025 Subaru Legacy

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Overview

SpecHonda AccordLXSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
Selected trimLXLegacy Sedan
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262025

Pricing & market

SpecHonda AccordLXSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
MSRP$28,395$26,810 (best)
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

SpecHonda AccordLXSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
Combined MPG32 MPG (best)30 MPG
City MPG29 MPG (best)27 MPG
Highway MPG37 MPG (best)35 MPG
Fuel tank14.8 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda AccordLXSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
Horsepower192 hp (best)182 hp
Torque192 lb-ft (best)176 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecHonda AccordLXSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.7 cu ft (best)15.1 cu ft
Curb weight3,239 lbs (best)3,492 lbs
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)—
Wheelbase111.4 in (best)108.3 in
Length195.7 in (best)191.1 in
Width73.3 in (best)72.4 in
Height57.1 in59.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda AccordLXSubaru LegacyLegacy Sedan
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimHonda AccordSubaru Legacy
1

LX

$28,395 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Legacy Sedan

$26,810 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE

$30,695 MSRP

Premium

$29,110 MSRP

3

Sport Hybrid

$33,795 MSRP

Limited

$35,920 MSRP

4

EX-L Hybrid

$35,095 MSRP

Sport

$36,410 MSRP

5

Sport-L Hybrid

$35,495 MSRP

Touring XT

$40,110 MSRP

6

Touring Hybrid

$39,495 MSRP

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Honda Accord vs Subaru Legacy FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Accord or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Accord 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: 2026 Honda Accord or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Subaru Legacy starts lower at $26,810. Live Subaru Legacy listings start at $11,659.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Accord or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,810).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Accord or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
The 2026 Honda Accord leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (48).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Accord or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Accord vs 2025 Subaru Legacy?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Accord (5/5 NHTSA overall); Subaru Legacy (5/5 NHTSA overall).