2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback (20–25 MPG combined) across 7 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Midsize Cars, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.5 L; 6-cyl, 3.6 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 20–25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,700–$3,900
- Configurations
- 7
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 2.5 L · Premium Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,900 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.5 L · Regular Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 19–22 | 26–30 | 22–25 | $2,700–$3,050 | — |
| 6-cyl 3.6 L · Regular Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.6 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Legacy AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Legacy AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Legacy AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,900 |
| Outback Wagon AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.6 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Outback Wagon AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Outback Wagon AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback?
According to EPA data, the 2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback is rated at 20–25 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback have?
The EPA data lists 4 and 6 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback use?
It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2012 Subaru Legacy/Outback?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,700 to $3,900.