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2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback MPG & fuel economy

The 2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback is a SUV offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 25 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 2010 model. Among 104 SUVs rated for 2011, it ranks 9th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,860 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 22 MPG city · 30 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,860 15,000 mi/yr · $12.40 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2011 #9 of 104 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway3012.87.8
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2011 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. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Mitsubishi Outlander27 MPG $1,722
  6. 9Subaru Legacy/Outback25 MPG $1,860
  7. 104Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2011 Legacy/OutbackOther SUVsClass median: $2,485/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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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · CVT
Legacy AWD		 Gas 22 MPG 30 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · CVT
Outback Wagon AWD		 Gas 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Legacy AWD		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
AWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Legacy AWD		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
Legacy AWD		 Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
AWD
Passenger volume
103 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi

2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback vs. rivals

vs Kia Sportage 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Escape 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Mazda Tribute 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Tucson 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Compass 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Patriot 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Equinox 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Equinox saves $72/yr vs Chevrolet HHR 26 MPG · $1,788/yr HHR saves $72/yr vs GMC Terrain 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Terrain saves $72/yr vs Toyota RAV4 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Legacy/Outback saves $78/yr vs Honda CR-V 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Legacy/Outback saves $78/yr vs Kia Sorento 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Legacy/Outback saves $78/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback?

Up to 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway); ratings range from 20 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback?

The 2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2011 Subaru Legacy/Outback per year?

About $1,860 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.40 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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