Mike Shaw Subaru Looks at How the 2017 Subaru Legacy Compares to the 2017 Volkswagen Passat in the Denver Area
There are a lot of midsize sedan models on the market, but not all offer the same value for your money. While Subaru continues to be an industry leader with award-winning quality, value, and safety, the German engineering in Volkswagen is also well regarded. We wondered, how does the stunning new 2017 Subaru Legacy compare to the 2017 Volkswagen Passat? While the new Subaru Legacy starts with a more affordable price tag, even we were surprised to find so many advantages over the VW Passat. Get a preview of what we found in the following comparison, then come experience the new Legacy at Mike Shaw Subaru in Thornton, CO.
| 2017 Subaru Legacy |  | 2017 Volkswagen Passat |
| $21,995 | Starting MSRP | $22,440 |
| Standard Feature | All-Wheel Drive | Not Available |
| 104.6 Cubic Feet | Passenger Volume | 102 Cubic Feet |
| Standard Equipment | Active Head Restraints | Not Available |
How Does the Design of the 2017 Subaru Legacy and the 2017 Volkswagen Passat Compare?
The exterior designs of the new 2017 Subaru Legacy and the 2017 Volkswagen Passat speak well of their respective manufacturers, but it's when you look beyond the appearance that you see more significant differences. Inside, you and your passengers will have substantially more room with class-leading occupant space in the Subaru Legacy while available features such as steering responsive fog lights, windshield wiper de-icer, and HID headlights are a good example of the further Subaru Legacy design advantages. You'll also find that the new Legacy is designed to better maintain its value with awards from Kelley Blue Book and the ALG. In fact, the Subaru Legacy is recognized as holding its value better than any other car in its class while also earning the Best Resale Value in its class for 2017 by Kelley Blue Book. The Subaru Legacy is also recognized as the longest-lasting midsize sedan in its class.
How Does the Performance of the 2017 Subaru Legacy and the 2017 Volkswagen Passat Compare?
Performance is where the new 2017 Subaru Legacy pulls even further ahead of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat. At the entry level, the new Subaru Legacy comes with a slight horsepower advantage, but it's what Subaru does with this power that really separates the extraordinary from the VW Passat. Every Subaru Legacy is equipped standard with symmetrical all-wheel drive for a level of traction that the Volkswagen just can't compete with since it's only available as a front-wheel drive vehicle. What's more, every Subaru Legacy comes with the renowned BOXER® engine that sits flat with horizontally opposed cylinders. This provides a lower center of gravity that teams up with the symmetrical all-wheel drive for a higher level of comfort, traction, and driving enjoyment. This is just a preview of the performance advantages that come with the new 2017 Subaru Legacy, and we think you'll be just as convinced as we are once you take the new Legacy for a test drive.
How Does the Safety of the 2017 Subaru Legacy and the 2017 Volkswagen Passat Compare?
The roads throughout the Colorado Front Range are no place to be at risk in a vehicle with substandard safety. While the Subaru Legacy has earned IIHS Top Safety Picks every year since 2006 and continues to earn top marks from the NHTSA in every category. The 2017 Volkswagen only managed four out of five stars when the frontal crash safety was evaluated by the NHTSA, and it also came up short of the top scores earned by the Legacy from the IIHS. Other available safety features you can enjoy in the new 2017 Subaru Legacy, but not the VW, include reverse automatic braking and active head restraints that come forward in the event of an impact to help reduce injuries from whiplash. Perhaps the most significant safety advantage found in every Subaru Legacy is the standard symmetrical all-wheel drive system that provides far superior traction on any road than the front-wheel drive VW Passat. With so many advantages, it's no wonder that Auto Trader recently deemed the Subaru Legacy a 'Must Test Drive' vehicle.
Research Your Next New Vehicle at Mike Shaw Subaru Serving the Denver Metro Area
Your next new vehicle is a big decision, and it only makes sense to do the homework so you get the most for your money. At Mike Shaw Subaru, we're proud to prove the advantages that come with a new Subaru by providing the facts in competitive Subaru comparison pages like this one. Once you have an idea of which model will best meet your needs, find out more in our detailed Subaru model information pages. Once you have the research handled, finding the perfectly equipped model is no problem in our huge inventory of the latest Subaru models. We take the hassle out of shopping with Always Our Lowest Price, Guaranteed! Frequently updated purchase, finance, and lease special offers make it easier to get even more and it's easy to schedule your next test drive online. We invite you to stop by our convenient location at 1650 W 104th Avenue, Thornton, CO 80234 where we proudly serve Westminster and Arvada, CO at Mike Shaw Subaru.
       
       
       
   
