1997 Subaru Legacy WagonFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Midsize-Large Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
City
21
MPG
Highway
29
MPG
Combined
24
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov
20.0MPG average-16.7% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 24 MPG · Owner reported avg: 20.0 MPG
Driving mix: City 50% / Highway 50%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 20.0 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 24 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic 4-spd
Regular
City
21
Hwy
29
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $2,800/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,800
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,000
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 370 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 12.4 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2.2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Wagon
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 2.2L, 4-cylinder
- Induction Type
- Port Fuel Injection
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
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