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2005 Subaru Legacy/Outback MPG & fuel economy

The 2005 Subaru Legacy/Outback is a SUV offered in 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 23 MPG. That's up 2 MPG from the 2004 model. Among 76 SUVs rated for 2005, it ranks 4th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,022 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 20 MPG city · 27 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,022 15,000 mi/yr · $13.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2005 #4 of 76 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2005 Subaru Legacy/Outback's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2711.58.7
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2005 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Ford Escape24 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Mazda Tribute24 MPG $1,938
  4. 4Subaru Legacy/Outback23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Toyota RAV423 MPG $2,022
  6. 76Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2005 Legacy/OutbackOther SUVsClass median: $2,821/yr

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Legacy/Outback MPG across model years

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7 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Legacy AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Legacy AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Outback Wagon AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Outback Wagon AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Outback AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Legacy AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
Legacy AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Passenger volume
93 cu ft
Cargo volume
11 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

2005 Subaru Legacy/Outback vs. rivals

vs Toyota RAV4 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda CR-V 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Vue 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Escape 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Escape saves $84/yr vs Mazda Tribute 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Tribute saves $84/yr vs Kia Sportage 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Legacy/Outback saves $92/yr vs Chrysler PT Cruiser 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Legacy/Outback saves $92/yr vs Toyota Highlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Legacy/Outback saves $92/yr vs Mitsubishi Outlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Legacy/Outback saves $92/yr vs Ford Escape Hybrid 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Escape Hybrid saves $418/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2005 Subaru Legacy/Outback?

Up to 23 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 19 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2005 Subaru Legacy/Outback use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2005 Subaru Legacy/Outback?

The 2005 Subaru Legacy/Outback's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2005 Subaru Legacy/Outback per year?

About $2,022 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $13.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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