Mike Shaw Subaru Compares the 2018 Subaru Legacy with the 2018 Nissan Altima

Here in Colorado, looking for a midsize sedan comes with extra challenges: your vehicle has to be ready to face all that the Front Range has to offer. The 2018 Subaru Legacy is perfectly suited to your Colorado lifestyle--and when you compare it to a vehicle like the 2018 Nissan Altima, it's easy to see why Subaru is the natural choice. Keep on reading to see what each vehicle has to offer. When you're ready for a test drive, head to Mike Shaw Subaru. We look forward to seeing you!

2018 Subaru Legacy vs 2018 Nissan Altima: Design

The 2018 Subaru Legacy is a truly comfortable vehicle. The interior is spacious, with 104.6 cubic feet of passenger volume so you and your passengers can spread out. The 2018 Nissan Altima, by comparison, only has 101.9 cubic feet of passenger volume and a trunk that's only a few square inches larger than the trunk of the 2018 Subaru Legacy.

2018 Subaru Legacy vs 2018 Nissan Altima: Performance

Whether you're dealing with snowy roads or planning a trip to the mountains, the standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive makes the 2018 Subaru Legacy an incredibly versatile choice. The 2018 Nissan Altima, on the other hand, is front-wheel drive only. While the horsepower and torque of the entry-level engines on the 2018 Subaru Legacy and the 2018 Nissan Altima are similar; however, Subaru leads the way thanks to the innovative SUBARU BOXER® engine! This horizontally opposed engine gives the 2018 Subaru Legacy an incredible center of gravity and great balance.

2018 Subaru Legacy vs 2018 Nissan Altima: Safety

Your safety is important. The 2018 Nissan Altima is undoubtedly a safe vehicle, having received the Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS. However, the 2018 Subaru Legacy is even safer: it's one of only fifteen vehicles to have earned the rating of Top Safety Pick+ from IIHS! This is due to features like improved headlights and superior front crash protection. The 2018 Subaru Legacy is an incredibly safe car; come take one for a test drive today!

Why Upgrade to a Subaru for Getting Around the Colorado Front Range?

Subaru continues to be among the fastest growing automotive brands in the industry, and we want to show you why at Mike Shaw Subaru. Apart from the affordable rear-wheel drive Subaru BRZ sports car, every Subaru model is equipped with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. This means world-renowned traction no matter what the weather or road has in store for you. Under the hood of every Subaru model is an acclaimed BOXER® engine which sits flat for a lower center of gravity and incredibly quiet operation. The impressive STARLINK™ touchscreen infotainment system keeps you entertained and informed while the available EyeSight® driver assist technology helps you avoid accidents altogether. Mike Shaw Subaru is conveniently located at 1650 W 104th Avenue, Thornton, CO 80234 where we proudly serve Denver and Northglenn, CO.