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2008 Subaru Legacy/Outback MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Subaru Legacy/Outback is a SUV offered in 9 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 2007 model. Among 101 SUVs rated for 2008, it ranks 14th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,114 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 20 MPG city · 27 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,114 15,000 mi/yr · $14.09 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #14 of 101 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Subaru Legacy/Outback's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 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
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2008 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 14Subaru Legacy/Outback22 MPG $2,114
  7. 101Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2008 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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9 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
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 · 4-speed automatic
Legacy AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Outback Wagon AWD		 Gas 19 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 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
Legacy AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
Legacy AWD		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Outback Wagon AWD		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Outback Wagon AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962

Specs (most efficient configuration)

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

2008 Subaru Legacy/Outback vs. rivals

vs Kia Sportage 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Vue 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda Element 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Mitsubishi Outlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Mariner 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda CR-V 23 MPG · $2,022/yr CR-V saves $92/yr vs GMC Yukon Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Legacy/Outback saves $101/yr vs Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Legacy/Outback saves $101/yr vs Dodge Magnum 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Legacy/Outback saves $101/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Subaru Legacy/Outback?

Up to 22 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Subaru Legacy/Outback use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Subaru Legacy/Outback?

The 2008 Subaru Legacy/Outback's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 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 2008 Subaru Legacy/Outback per year?

About $2,114 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.09 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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