2024 Subaru Outback Wilderness AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
21
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Combined
23
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 3 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

20.3MPG average-11.9% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 23 MPG · Owner reported avg: 20.3 MPG

Range: 17–23 MPG

Driving mix: City 52% / Highway 48%

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 20.3 real world MPG based on 3 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 23 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AV-S8)
Regular
City
21
Hwy
26
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,950

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
378 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
12.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.4L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,928/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,885/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,536/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,697/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,949/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,941/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,646/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,012/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,833/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,901/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 23 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover Probability0.0%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
71
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems72 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 72 owner complaints for the 2024 Subaru Outback Wilderness AWD. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), visibility / wipers and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
19
Visibility / Wipers
17
Electrical System
12
Power Train
6
Engine
5
Steering
4
Brakes
3
Air Bags
3

2024 Subaru Outback Wilderness AWD problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 19 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 17 complaints, Electrical System: 12 complaints, Power Train: 6 complaints, Engine: 5 complaints, Steering: 4 complaints, Brakes: 3 complaints, Air Bags: 3 complaints.

7
Crashes Reported
2
Fires Reported
6
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 08/12/2025ODI#11680258
The malfunction I am concerned with is the battery and the battery charging system (alternator, engine control module). I purchased this car new in July of 2024. However, last month the battery draine…
Visibility / WipersFiled: 02/27/2025ODI#11645229
Weather Conditions •Temperature: 40°F •Precipitation: Light rain Road Conditions: •Location: Interstate 79 South, Pittsburgh, PA •Road Type: Interstate highway •Road Quality: Normal, no visible defic…
Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 09/05/2024ODI#11612727
Driving on a slightly curving road next to a lake a car started to pull from the left of the road so he could see. This was slow And I started to brake and then to continue when he stopped. He did not…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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