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Subaru Legacy vs Volvo S40

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

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2025 Subaru Legacy

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2011 Volvo S40

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Overview

SpecSubaru LegacyLegacy SedanVolvo S40T5
Selected trimLegacy SedanT5
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20252011

Pricing & market

SpecSubaru LegacyLegacy SedanVolvo S40T5
MSRP$26,810 (best)$27,750
Lowest listing price$11,659 (best)—
Median listing price$21,695 (best)—
Highest listing price$26,888 (best)—
For sale now9 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecSubaru LegacyLegacy SedanVolvo S40T5
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)30 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)15.9 gal

Performance

SpecSubaru LegacyLegacy SedanVolvo S40T5
Horsepower182 hp227 hp (best)
Torque176 lb-ft236 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L2.5 L
Cylindersflat 4I5

Size & capability

SpecSubaru LegacyLegacy SedanVolvo S40T5
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume15.1 cu ft31.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,492 lbs3,338 lbs (best)
Wheelbase108.3 in (best)103.9 in
Length191.1 in (best)176.2 in
Width72.4 in (best)69.7 in
Height59.1 in (best)57.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecSubaru LegacyLegacy SedanVolvo S40T5
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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.

TrimSubaru LegacyVolvo S40
1

Legacy Sedan

$26,810 MSRP(Currently comparing)

T5

$27,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium

$29,110 MSRP

T5 R-Design

$31,150 MSRP

3

Limited

$35,920 MSRP

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4

Sport

$36,410 MSRP

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5

Touring XT

$40,110 MSRP

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Live inventory

Subaru Legacy vs Volvo S40 FAQ

Which is better: 2025 Subaru Legacy or 2011 Volvo S40?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Subaru Legacy vs 2011 Volvo S40 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2025 Subaru Legacy or 2011 Volvo S40?
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: 2025 Subaru Legacy or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,810).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Subaru Legacy or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2025 Subaru Legacy or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2025 Subaru Legacy leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Subaru Legacy or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Subaru Legacy vs 2011 Volvo S40?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Legacy (5/5 NHTSA overall).