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2006 Subaru Legacy/Outback MPG & fuel economy

The 2006 Subaru Legacy/Outback is a SUV offered in 8 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. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2005 model. Among 82 SUVs rated for 2006, it ranks 7th 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, 2006 #7 of 82 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2006 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 2006 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Lexus RX Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  3. 3Mazda Tribute Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  4. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  5. 5Mercury Mariner Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  6. 7Subaru Legacy/Outback23 MPG $2,022
  7. 82Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2006 Legacy/OutbackOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Legacy/Outback MPG across model years

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8 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
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
Legacy AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
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 · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Legacy AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Outback AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
Legacy AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Outback Wagon AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

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

2006 Subaru Legacy/Outback vs. rivals

vs Honda CR-V 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Escape 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Mazda Tribute 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Vue 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet HHR 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota RAV4 24 MPG · $1,938/yr RAV4 saves $84/yr vs Mazda Tribute Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Tribute Hybrid saves $300/yr vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Highlander Hybrid saves $300/yr vs Mercury Mariner Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Mariner Hybrid saves $300/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 2006 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 2006 Subaru Legacy/Outback use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2006 Subaru Legacy/Outback?

The 2006 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 2006 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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