Subaru Legacy AWD (incl. Outback)

20022002 · 2 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
21
Best
21

The Subaru Legacy AWD (incl. Outback) has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 2002 through 2002. Over this period, the Legacy AWD (incl. Outback) has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2002
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850192521MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450172420MPG

Historical Efficiency

2002
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Legacy AWD (incl. Outback)) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Subaru Legacy AWD (incl. Outback). Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Subaru Subaru Legacy/Outback(prior to 2003 only; see 045 for 2003 on) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
79
Total Deaths
56

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
21.5%
Fire Occurrence
1.3%
Speeding Involved
20.3%
DUI Involved
20.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

65%
Front
25%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2022
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2021
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2020
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.86
2017
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2016
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2015
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2014
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.56

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2002
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory