2026 Subaru Outback MPG
Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2026 Subaru Outback.
EPA combined fuel economy
24–27MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
23
MPG
Highway
30
MPG
Engine
2.4–2.5L
Cylinders
4
Drive
AllWD
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Running cost
Estimated annual fuel cost
Per year
$2,020
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
577 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon
Based on 26 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.
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FAQ
2026 Subaru Outback
- How many MPG does a 2026 Subaru Outback get?
- The 2026 Subaru Outback gets 24–27 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 23 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (2 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
- What is the annual fuel cost for a 2026 Subaru Outback?
- Driving 15,000 miles a year at 26 MPG combined, the 2026 Subaru Outback uses about 577 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,020 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 2026 Subaru Outback?
- The 2026 Subaru Outback returns 23 MPG city and 30 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 24–27 MPG combined figure blends the two.
- Is 26 MPG good for a small sport utility vehicle 4wd?
- For a small sport utility vehicle 4wd, 26 MPG combined is about average. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.
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