2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback
The 2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback is listed in 7 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 2.5 L 4-cyl, 2.5 L 4-cyl turbo and 3.6 L 6-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 25 MPG (best: 9.4 L/100 km).
Model year2012
Versions7
ClassMidsize Cars, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
DriveAll-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 22 / 30 / 25 | 9.4 | 355 | Midsize Cars |
| Legacy AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 26 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Midsize Cars |
| Legacy AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 25 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Midsize Cars |
| Legacy AWD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18 / 24 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Midsize Cars |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 21 / 28 / 24 | 9.8 | 370 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 26 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
| Outback Wagon AWD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18 / 24 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback.