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2009 Subaru Legacy/Outback MPG & fuel economy

The 2009 Subaru Legacy/Outback is a SUV offered in 7 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. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2008 model. Among 109 SUVs rated for 2009, it ranks 17th 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, 2009 #17 of 109 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2009 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 2009 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. 17Subaru Legacy/Outback22 MPG $2,114
  7. 109Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2009 Legacy/OutbackOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/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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7 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 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Legacy AWD		 Gas 18 MPG 25 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 · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Legacy AWD		 Gas 17 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

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

2009 Subaru Legacy/Outback vs. rivals

vs Kia Sportage 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Highlander 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 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 Durango Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Legacy/Outback saves $101/yr vs Chrysler Aspen Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Legacy/Outback saves $101/yr vs Dodge Journey 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Legacy/Outback saves $101/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2009 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 2009 Subaru Legacy/Outback use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2009 Subaru Legacy/Outback?

The 2009 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 2009 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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