Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2004 SubaruLegacy/Outback Wagon AWD

Midsize Station Wagons · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · 2.5 L 4-cyl

21MPGcombined

19city

25highway

A year of fuel$3,200

CO₂ from the tailpipe423.2 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 1,061 subaru cars

Combined MPG 21 MPGbest 36 · avg 23

Annual fuel cost $3,200best $600 · avg $3,065

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2004 Subaru Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD is a gasoline wagon with 4-wheel or all-wheel drive. It has a 2.5 L 4-cyl engine and an automatic 4-spd transmission, and its EPA class is Midsize Station Wagons. Official fuel economy is 19 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway, with a combined rating of 21 MPG. Its EPA annual fuel cost is $3200, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 423.19 g per mile. These figures give wagon shoppers useful points for comparing fuel use and listed running cost, while the drivetrain, engine and transmission describe the specific configuration. The model year and model name distinguish this entry from other Legacy/Outback versions.

Who it is for

It may suit buyers looking for a gasoline wagon with 4-wheel or all-wheel drive. Its city, highway and combined MPG figures and EPA annual fuel cost can inform running-cost comparisons.

What is good

4-wheel or all-wheel drive
25 MPG highway
21 MPG combined
Automatic 4-spd transmission

What to know first

19 MPG city
Annual fuel cost: $3200
Tailpipe CO2: 423.19 g per mile

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2004 Subaru Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD: the full review

The 2004 Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD pairs a 2.5 L 4-cyl engine with an automatic 4-spd transmission. It is rated at 21 MPG combined, with an EPA annual fuel cost of $3200.

Overview

The 2004 Subaru Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD is a gasoline-powered midsize station wagon with four-wheel or all-wheel drive. Its 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Official EPA ratings are 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined.

The EPA lists annual fuel costs of $3,200 and tailpipe emissions of 423.19 grams of CO2 per mile. Those figures give shoppers a concise way to weigh its fuel use and emissions alongside its wagon body style and all-wheel-drive configuration.

Key features

Body and class: Wagon, classified as a midsize station wagon.
Drivetrain: Four-wheel or all-wheel drive.
Engine: 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine.
Transmission: Four-speed automatic.
EPA fuel economy: 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined.

Who it's for

This Legacy/Outback is worth considering for buyers looking specifically for a gasoline station wagon with four-wheel or all-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Its EPA figures also help buyers compare expected fuel economy, annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO2 with other vehicles they are considering. The listed ratings are 19 mpg in city driving and 25 mpg on the highway, for 21 mpg combined.

For fleet operators and other cost-conscious shoppers, the EPA estimate of $3,200 in annual fuel costs offers a reference point for budgeting. Actual fuel expense will depend on use, but no additional operating-cost or ownership details are specified here.

Pros and cons

Pros

Combines a wagon body with four-wheel or all-wheel drive.
Pairs its 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission.
EPA city, highway and combined ratings are available for fuel-economy comparisons.

Cons

The combined EPA rating is 21 mpg, with a city rating of 19 mpg.
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $3,200.
Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 423.19 grams per mile.

Alternatives

For a newer wagon in the same model family, consider the 2027 Subaru Outback AWD. Other Subaru options include the 2027 Subaru Crosstrek AWD and the 2027 Subaru Impreza. Browse the Subaru cars list for more models.

Verdict

The 2004 Subaru Legacy/Outback Wagon AWD offers a defined combination of wagon packaging, four-wheel or all-wheel drive, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and a four-speed automatic. Its 21 mpg combined EPA rating, $3,200 estimated annual fuel cost and 423.19 g/mi tailpipe CO2 are central considerations for buyers comparing running costs. The available facts support a focused comparison on those points, but do not establish other equipment, pricing or ownership characteristics.