Mazda 6 vs Subaru Legacy
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Subaru Legacy
Overview
| Spec | Mazda 6Sport | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sport | Legacy Sedan |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2021 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda 6Sport | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,475 (best) | $26,810 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $11,659 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $22,798 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $26,888 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 8 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda 6Sport | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG | 35 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda 6Sport | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 187 hp (best) | 182 hp |
| Torque | 186 lb-ft (best) | 176 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda 6Sport | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14.7 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,437 lbs (best) | 3,492 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in (best) | 108.3 in |
| Length | 192.7 in (best) | 191.1 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 72.4 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 59.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda 6Sport | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 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 | Mazda 6 | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sport $24,475 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Legacy Sedan $26,810 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Touring $27,075 MSRP | Premium $29,110 MSRP |
| 3 | Grand Touring $30,175 MSRP | Limited $35,920 MSRP |
| 4 | Grand Touring Reserve $32,675 MSRP | Sport $36,410 MSRP |
| 5 | Carbon Edition $32,950 MSRP | Touring XT $40,110 MSRP |
| 6 | Signature $35,900 MSRP | — |
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Mazda 6 vs Subaru Legacy FAQ
- Which is better: 2021 Mazda 6 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Mazda 6 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: 2021 Mazda 6 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2021 Mazda 6 starts lower at $24,475. Live Subaru Legacy listings start at $11,659.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Mazda 6 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2021 Mazda 6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,475).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Mazda 6 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2021 Mazda 6 or 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2021 Mazda 6 vs 2025 Subaru Legacy?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Legacy (5/5 NHTSA overall).