2012 Subaru Legacy fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2012 Subaru Legacy. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 22 city / 30 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 20 to 25 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 22 and 30 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,700 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy AWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-cyl 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG | $2,700 |
| Legacy AWD Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG | $3,050 |
| Legacy AWD Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG | $3,900 |
| Legacy AWD Automatic (S5) | 6-cyl 3.6L | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG | $3,350 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,700 per year in fuel, versus $3,350 for the least efficient.