If you are currently searching for a family sedan, you may have had the 2022 Subaru Legacy and the 2022 Toyota Camry on your mind. Both offer enough seating for up to five, come equipped with many standard features, and have impressive performance capabilities. But the Subaru Legacy may have a few more advantages when compared to the Camry. 

Standard all-wheel drive and multiple engine options

It’s no surprise that the Subaru Legacy stands out thanks to standard all-wheel drive, an available feature with the Camry sedan. Under the hood of the Legacy, the base engine is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 182 horsepower. If you are looking for more power, there is a turbocharged engine in XT trim levels that packs a punch. It’s a 260-horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged Boxer 4-cylinder engine that hits 0 to 60 mph in only 6.1 seconds. Potential owners are likely to appreciate the Legacy’s improved driving dynamics.

The Legacy boasts plenty of features at an affordable price tag

The 2022 Subaru Legacy starts at $22,955, which is on the affordable side for new cars. And with that price, you’ll have access to many features. For example, available wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can help make every trip more enjoyable. You can easily sync your contacts and playlists, get directions, send text messages, and make phone calls. There are also plenty of comfort features inside, including an available 12-way power front driver’s seat with a four-way power lumbar adjustment.

If you drive in cold weather conditions, there is also an available 360-degree heated steering wheel to warm your hands. And to keep everything charged while you’re on the go, there are USB-C charging ports located in the front and back, as well as a traditional USB-A port.

Great safety scores and features

Regarding the Subaru Legacy’s safety, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) calls the Legacy a Top Safety Pick+. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the Legacy five stars in every crash test it calculates.

According to Kelley Blue Book, “It comes standard with Subaru’s EyeSight suite of safety features, which includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking (which we kind of expect in new cars these days), lane-departure warning, and adaptive cruise control with stop/go as well as a lane-centering function.” These features are designed to keep you and your loved ones out of harm’s way. Although the Camry features Toyota Safety Sense, it does not offer the same level of protection.

Is the 2022 Subaru Legacy the right car for me?

If advanced technology and safety features at an affordable price are at the top of your list, then the 2022 Legacy could be ideal. Although the new Toyota Camry is another good option, keep in mind that the Subaru Legacy also comes equipped with standard all-wheel drive. The best way to see if this mid-size sedan is right for you is to take a test drive at your local dealership!