How many MPG does a 2013 Subaru Outback get?

The 2013 Subaru Outback gets 20–26 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 21 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (3 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.

What is the annual fuel cost for a 2013 Subaru Outback?

Driving 15,000 miles a year at 23 MPG combined, the 2013 Subaru Outback uses about 652 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,282 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.

What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2013 Subaru Outback?

The 2013 Subaru Outback returns 21 MPG city and 27 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 20–26 MPG combined figure blends the two.

Is 23 MPG good for a small sport utility vehicle 4wd?

For a small sport utility vehicle 4wd, 23 MPG combined is on the thirstier side. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.

2013 Subaru Outback MPG

Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2013 Subaru Outback.

EPA combined fuel economy

20–26MPG

combined (55% city / 45% hwy)

City

MPG

Highway

MPG

Engine

2.5–3.6L

Cylinders

Drive

AllWD

Class

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Running cost

Estimated annual fuel cost

Per year

$2,282

15,000 mi/yr

Fuel used

652 gal

per year

At gas price

$3.50

per gallon

Based on 23 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.

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FAQ

2013 Subaru Outback

How many MPG does a 2013 Subaru Outback get?: The 2013 Subaru Outback gets 20–26 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 21 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (3 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
What is the annual fuel cost for a 2013 Subaru Outback?: Driving 15,000 miles a year at 23 MPG combined, the 2013 Subaru Outback uses about 652 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,282 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2013 Subaru Outback?: The 2013 Subaru Outback returns 21 MPG city and 27 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 20–26 MPG combined figure blends the two.
Is 23 MPG good for a small sport utility vehicle 4wd?: For a small sport utility vehicle 4wd, 23 MPG combined is on the thirstier side. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.

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