Pontiac G8 vs Subaru Legacy
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Subaru Legacy
Overview
| Spec | Pontiac G8Base | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Legacy Sedan |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Pontiac G8Base | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,250 | $26,810 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Pontiac G8Base | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Pontiac G8Base | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 256 hp (best) | 182 hp |
| Torque | 248 lb-ft (best) | 176 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Pontiac G8Base | Subaru LegacyLegacy Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 17.5 cu ft (best) | 15.1 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,885 lbs | 3,492 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in (best) | 108.3 in |
| Length | 196.1 in (best) | 191.1 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 72.4 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 59.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Pontiac G8Base | 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 | Pontiac G8 | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $28,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Legacy Sedan $26,810 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | GT $31,755 MSRP | Premium $29,110 MSRP |
| 3 | GXP $37,610 MSRP | Limited $35,920 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Sport $36,410 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Touring XT $40,110 MSRP |