What is the best 2015 midsize sedan with available all wheel drive? OK, the Ford Fusion AWD is not in this comparison, but the 2015 Chrysler 200 and the 2015 Subaru Legacy are completely redesigned and are looking to eat into Ford Fusion sales.
The contenders in this close match-up are 2015 Chrysler 200S with the 3.6L V6, 9-speed transmission, and AWD. It’s going up against the 2015 Subaru Legacy 3.6R with horizontally opposed boxer H6, CVT, and AWD.
The segment is very competitive and every feature, inch, and pound matter. Of course, a family sedan also need to be useful and comfortable for every day duty. The Chrysler and the Subaru are up against venerable segment leaders like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. Do they have what it takes to sway your purchasing decision. This is what TFLcar wanted to find out.
| 2015 Chrysler 200 S | 2015 Subaru Legacy 3.6R | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 | 3.6 H6 |
| Power | 295 hp / 262 lb-ft | 256 hp / 247 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9-speed Auto | CVT |
| Drive | AWD | AWD |
| Highway range mi | 458.2 | 518 |
| EPA mpg | 18/29 | 20/28 |
| Passenger cu-ft | 115.9 | 119.6 |
| Trunk cu-ft | 16.0 | 15.0 |
| Curb weight lbs | 3,795 | 3,662 |
| MSRP $ | $28,695 | $29,595 |
The new Legacy was most improved midsize sedan in September 2014 sales. While the new Chrysler 200 is also pickup up steam with 15% sales growth.
Watch this fun and informative TFLcar match-up video to learn all the details.
Andre Smirnov is a life-long automotive enthusiast, writer, reporter, and software engineer. He has been writing and reporting at TFL since 2011.
