2021 Honda Accord vs. 2021 Subaru Legacy

Any driver who takes the time to compare the 2021 Honda Accord vs. 2021 Subaru Legacy will quickly come to the realization that Honda leads the midsize sedan segment in every way that counts. That’s why we’ve put together a quick overview of everything that separates the Accord from the Legacy to show drivers exactly what we mean.

Read on to compare:

• Industry Rankings
• Powertrain Options
• Features

Accord vs. Legacy: Industry Rankings

The Honda Accord is never a sedan that runs short on critical acclaim, and you can see the nation’s top publications rating it significantly higher than competitors like the Subaru Legacy. Here’s how just a few of those rankings currently stand.

• KBB’s Best Midsize Cars for 2021: Ranked the 2021 Honda Accord 1st and the 2021 Subaru Legacy 7th.
• US News and World Report’s Best Midsize Cars for 2021: Ranked the 2021 Honda Accord 1st and the 2021 Subaru Legacy 6th.
• Car and Driver Midsize Sedan Rankings: Ranked the 2021 Honda Accord 1st and the 2021 Subaru Legacy 8th.

Accord vs. Legacy: Powertrain Options

While the Subaru Legacy only offers a single transmission, the Honda Accord lets drivers select between:

• CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Sport Mode
• 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters

You’ll also enjoy higher standard engine specs in the Honda Accord. You’ll make:

• Up to 192 hp and 192 lb-ft of torque as standard in the Accord.
• Up to 182 hp and 176 lb-ft of torque as standard in the Legacy.

Accord vs. Legacy: Features

Honda models reliably provide premium features as standard. If you need evidence, here are just a few amenities that come fitted as standard with the Honda Accord but not with the Subaru Legacy:

• Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control System
• 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System
• Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)

Accord drivers will find themselves similarly impressed by available features. Of the two, only the Accord offers:

• 12-Way Driver’s Seat with 4-Way Power Lumbar Support
• Near Field Communication (NFC)
• Wireless Phone Charger

The 2021 Honda Accord Clearly Outpaces the 2021 Subaru Legacy

It’s hard to seriously consider the Subaru Legacy after comparing it against the Honda Accord. Whether you want to take a closer look or estimate your monthly payments, we can help, so feel free to visit us here in Ocean Honda of Brockton or get in touch directly.