Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2006 SubaruOutback Wagon AWD

Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · 2.5 L 4-cyl

22MPGcombined

20city

26highway

A year of fuel$3,050

CO₂ from the tailpipe404 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 22 MPGbest 36 · avg 23

Annual fuel cost $3,050best $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 2006 Subaru Outback Wagon AWD is a gasoline SUV with four-wheel or all-wheel drive and a 2.5 L four-cylinder engine. It has a five-speed manual transmission. Its official EPA ratings are 20 MPG city, 26 MPG highway and 22 MPG combined. The EPA annual fuel cost is $3,050, and tailpipe CO2 is listed at 403.95 g per mile. The Outback Wagon AWD is classified as a sport utility vehicle in the 4WD class, and it belongs to the Legacy/Outback family. Its combined rating provides an overall fuel economy figure, while the city and highway ratings help shoppers consider differing driving conditions. The model name, drive type, engine and transmission identify the configuration described here. Buyers comparing SUVs can weigh those specifications alongside the listed annual fuel cost and emissions figure when considering ongoing fuel use.

Who it is for

It suits shoppers considering a gasoline SUV with four-wheel or all-wheel drive and a manual transmission. Its 22 MPG combined rating and $3,050 annual EPA fuel cost may help buyers assess fuel use.

What is good

Four-wheel or all-wheel drive
26 MPG highway rating
Five-speed manual transmission
2.5 L four-cylinder engine

What to know first

20 MPG city rating
$3,050 annual EPA fuel cost
403.95 g/mile tailpipe CO2

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2006 Subaru Outback Wagon AWD: the full review

The Outback Wagon AWD combines a 2.5 L four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual transmission with four-wheel or all-wheel drive. Its fuel economy figures and annual EPA fuel cost are useful considerations for SUV shoppers.

Overview

The 2006 Subaru Outback Wagon AWD is a gasoline-powered sport utility vehicle in the EPA’s 4WD class. It belongs to Subaru’s Legacy/Outback family and uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a five-speed manual transmission. Its listed drive system is four-wheel or all-wheel drive.

EPA fuel economy is 20 mpg in city driving and 26 mpg on the highway, for a combined rating of 22 mpg. The EPA-listed annual fuel cost is $3,050, and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions are 403.95 grams per mile. Those figures provide a straightforward basis for comparing fuel use, but the facts here do not specify a driving range or the assumptions behind the annual cost.

Key features

Engine: 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine.
Transmission: Five-speed manual.
Drive: Four-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA class: Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.

The available specifications identify the powertrain and drive layout, but do not describe equipment, passenger capacity, cargo dimensions, safety systems, or other features. Buyers should avoid inferring those details from the model name alone.

Who it's for

This Outback may suit shoppers focused on a gasoline-powered wagon-style vehicle with all-wheel or four-wheel drive and a manual transmission. Its EPA figures are also useful for buyers comparing fuel economy and stated annual fuel cost. The 22 mpg combined rating and $3,050 EPA annual fuel cost are relevant considerations for anyone weighing recurring fuel expense; actual costs are not stated here.

For fleets and other high-mileage users, the listed city, highway, and combined figures offer starting points for comparing vehicles, while the tailpipe CO2 figure gives an emissions measure. No operating, maintenance, or ownership-cost data beyond annual fuel cost is provided.

Pros and cons

Pros

Clear EPA city, highway, and combined fuel-economy ratings.
Four-wheel or all-wheel drive is specified.
The 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual transmission are identified.

Cons

The combined EPA rating is 22 mpg, with an annual fuel cost listed at $3,050.
The available facts do not provide range, purchase price, equipment, or broader ownership costs.
A manual transmission may not suit buyers who prefer an automatic, and no automatic option is documented here.

Alternatives

For other Subaru models, browse the Subaru cars list. Among the listed alternatives are the 2027 Subaru Outback AWD, the 2027 Subaru Crosstrek AWD, and the 2027 Subaru Ascent. The supplied facts do not include their specifications, so they cannot support a direct comparison here.

Verdict

The 2006 Subaru Outback Wagon AWD is defined by a compact set of useful details: a 2.5-liter gasoline four-cylinder, five-speed manual, four-wheel or all-wheel drive, and EPA combined economy of 22 mpg. Its EPA annual fuel cost is $3,050, with tailpipe emissions listed at 403.95 grams per mile. It is easiest to assess when those fuel figures, the manual transmission, and the all-wheel-drive layout align with a buyer’s priorities; the facts available do not establish price, range, or equipment beyond the stated powertrain and ratings.