Subaru Legacy/Outback Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2017 Subaru Legacy/Outback as a Midsize Cars / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2017):
The Subaru Legacy/Outback is classified by the EPA as a Midsize Cars / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.
Subaru Legacy/Outback Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2015 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2015 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2015 | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2015 | Auto (AV-S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Subaru Legacy/Outback Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Subaru Legacy/Outback?
The EPA classifies the Subaru Legacy/Outback as a Midsize Cars / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Subaru Legacy/Outback considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Midsize Cars, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD), the Subaru Legacy/Outback is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.