Subaru Outback Wagon AWD

20052012 · 34 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
21
Best
24

The Subaru Outback Wagon AWD has been tested by the EPA across 34 different configurations spanning model years 2005 through 2012. Over this period, the Outback Wagon AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 24 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
2012
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
2012
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Regular
$2,500212824MPG
2012
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2011
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Regular
$2,500212824MPG
2011
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
2011
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Regular
$3,000182420MPG
2010
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$2,700192722MPG
2010
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Regular
$3,000182520MPG
2010
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Regular
$2,500222924MPG
2009
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
2009
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450182420MPG
2009
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450172420MPG
2009
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202722MPG
2009
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,700202622MPG
2008
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
2008
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
2008
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,700202622MPG
2008
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450182420MPG
2008
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450172420MPG
2007
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
2007
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,700202622MPG
2007
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450172320MPG
2007
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300182421MPG
2007
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450172420MPG
2006
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
2006
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
2006
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,700202622MPG
2006
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2006
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450172420MPG
2005
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
2005
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
2005
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$2,700202622MPG
2005
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2005
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450172320MPG

Historical Efficiency

2012
24
2011
24
2010
24
2009
22
2008
22
2007
22
2006
22
2005
22

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Outback Wagon AWD) 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 Outback Wagon AWD. 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), Subaru Outback (2003 on)(see 034 for prior to 2003) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
642
Total Deaths
356

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
15.3%
Fire Occurrence
3.9%
Speeding Involved
14.3%
DUI Involved
14.5%
Primary Impact Zone

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

77%
Front
14%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes74
Fatalities
43
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2022
Fatal Crashes62
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2021
Fatal Crashes89
Fatalities
54
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2020
Fatal Crashes53
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.34
2019
Fatal Crashes63
Fatalities
30
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2018
Fatal Crashes56
Fatalities
36
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2017
Fatal Crashes64
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2016
Fatal Crashes57
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2015
Fatal Crashes72
Fatalities
42
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2014
Fatal Crashes52
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.62

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2012
4
2011
1
2010
10
2009
6
2007
1
2005
9
Critical
Moderate
Advisory