Subaru Outback MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Subaru Outback model year from 2002 to 2026 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Outback has been offered with 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl power plants; the most efficient version is the 2022 (up to 29 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Subaru Outback fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined MPG | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 23–27 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $44,580 | 12,879 listings |
| 2025 | 23–28 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $33,750 | 1,600 listings |
| 2024 | 23–28 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $29,013 | 1,187 listings |
| 2023 | 23–28 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $28,332 | 1,528 listings |
| 2022 | 24–29 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $24,881 | 913 listings |
| 2021 | 26–29 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $22,868 | 688 listings |
| 2020 | 26–29 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $20,998 | 837 listings |
| 2019 | 22–28 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | $18,295 | 727 listings |
| 2018 | 22–28 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | $16,900 | 880 listings |
| 2017 | 22–28 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | $14,839 | 620 listings |
| 2016 | 22–28 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | $13,275 | 591 listings |
| 2015 | 22–28 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | $11,496 | 420 listings |
| 2014 | 20–26 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 20–26 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 20–24 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 20–24 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 20–24 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 20–22 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 20–22 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 20–22 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 19–22 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 19–22 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 19–22 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 19–22 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 20–21 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
2026 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2026 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 27 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $44,580 on VehiSales (12,879 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 25 | 31 | 27 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Outback Wilderness AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2025 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2025 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 28 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $33,750 on VehiSales (1,600 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Outback Wilderness AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
2024 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2024 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 28 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $29,013 on VehiSales (1,187 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Outback Wilderness AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
2023 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2023 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 28 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $28,332 on VehiSales (1,528 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Outback Wilderness AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
2022 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2022 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 29 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $24,881 on VehiSales (913 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
| Outback Wilderness AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 22 | 26 | 24 MPG |
2021 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2021 Outback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 29 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $22,868 on VehiSales (688 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
2020 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2020 Outback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 29 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $20,998 on VehiSales (837 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
2019 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2019 Outback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 28 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $18,295 on VehiSales (727 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Regular | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2018 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2018 Outback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 28 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $16,900 on VehiSales (880 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Regular | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2017 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2017 Outback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 28 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $14,839 on VehiSales (620 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2016 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2016 Outback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 28 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $13,275 on VehiSales (591 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2015 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2015 Outback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 28 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $11,496 on VehiSales (420 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2014 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2014 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 24 | 30 | 26 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2013 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2013 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 24 | 30 | 26 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2012 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2012 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2011 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2011 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2010 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2010 Outback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2009 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2009 Outback was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2008 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2008 Outback was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2007 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2007 Outback was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2006 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2006 Outback was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2005 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2005 Outback was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| Outback AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2004 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2004 Outback was EPA-rated in 12 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impreza Wagon/Outback SPT AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback SPT AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback SPT AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback SPT AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2003 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2003 Outback was EPA-rated in 12 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback SPT AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback SPT AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback SPT AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Impreza Wagon/Outback SPT AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Legacy/Outback AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2002 Subaru Outback: engines & MPG
The 2002 Outback was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy AWD (incl. Outback) | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy Wagon AWD (incl. Outback) | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy Wagon AWD (incl. Outback) | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Legacy Wagon AWD (incl. Outback) | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Legacy AWD (incl. Outback) | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Subaru Outback get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined economy for the Outback ranges from 19 to 29 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2022 model year.
What engines does the 2026 Subaru Outback have?
The 2026 Outback was EPA-rated with 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl — see the 2026 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Subaru Outback require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular and premium depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
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Underlying ratings are public-domain EPA/DOE data from fueleconomy.gov.
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