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Subaru · model year 2027
2027 Subaru Outback AWD
SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Where it places
- 193 Fuel-efficient SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #193 of 479 - 325 Fuel-efficient small SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #325 of 521 - 473 2027 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #473 of 539 - 09 Subaru cars
Every model year, newest first #9 of 1,061 - 441 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #441 of 1,362 - 621 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #621 of 2,158
Against fuel-efficient SUVs
The CarCody take
The 2027 Subaru Outback AWD is a gasoline SUV with all-wheel drive, a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, and automatic transmission. Its EPA rating is 24 combined MPG, split between 21 city and 29 highway. The EPA lists annual fuel cost at $2,800 and tailpipe CO2 at 369 grams per mile.
Good to know
- All-wheel drive is listed for this configuration.
- 29 MPG highway rating favors open-road driving.
- Turbocharged 2.4 L four-cylinder engine.
- Automatic AV-S8 transmission.
Watch for
- 21 MPG city rating can raise fuel use in traffic.
- EPA annual fuel cost is $2,800.
- Tailpipe CO2 is 369 grams per mile.
- 24 combined MPG is below its highway figure.
Who it suits. Drivers seeking an all-wheel-drive gasoline SUV Owners whose driving includes substantial highway travel Buyers comfortable with a $2,800 EPA annual fuel estimate
The Outback AWD makes sense for someone shopping for a gasoline SUV with all-wheel drive rather than the lowest possible fuel bill. Its EPA numbers show a meaningful split: 21 MPG around town and 29 MPG on the highway. At $2,800 a year in EPA fuel cost, it requires a clear running-cost allowance. The 2.4 L turbo four-cylinder and automatic transmission define the powertrain, while 369 grams of CO2 per mile marks its tailpipe output. Match those figures to your typical roads and priorities.
What it is
This 2027 Outback is a small sport utility vehicle with four-wheel-drive classification and Subaru's all-wheel drive. It uses gasoline, a 2.4 L four-cylinder turbo engine, and an automatic AV-S8 transmission.
The numbers
The defining EPA figure is 24 combined MPG. The city rating is 21 MPG, while highway driving is rated at 29 MPG. That gap matters if most of your miles are in traffic or on open roads.
What it costs to run
The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $2,800. Tailpipe emissions are listed at 369 grams of CO2 per mile.
How it compares
For comparisons with other SUVs, use this Outback's 24-MPG combined rating as the side-by-side measure.
Who it suits
This Outback suits a driver who wants a gasoline SUV with all-wheel drive and accepts the fuel cost that comes with its 24-MPG combined rating. The 29-MPG highway figure favors drivers whose routine includes more open-road travel.
Trade-offs
All-wheel drive and the turbocharged 2.4 L engine come with a 21-MPG city rating and a $2,800 EPA annual fuel-cost estimate. Highway economy reaches 29 MPG, so driving mix changes the practical result.
Verdict
Choose this Outback when an all-wheel-drive SUV is the priority and its gasoline running cost fits your budget. Its 24 combined MPG gives a clear baseline, with stronger economy on the highway than in the city. The automatic transmission keeps the powertrain straightforward, while the 369-gram-per-mile CO2 figure shows the emissions side of that choice. Buyers focused on lower fuel use should compare the combined ratings of similar SUVs before deciding.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 24 MPG
- City MPG
- 21 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 29 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,800
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 369 g per mile
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.4 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (AV-S8)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2027 Subaru Outback AWD's combined MPG?
Its EPA combined rating is 24 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does it get?
The Outback AWD is rated at 21 MPG city and 29 MPG highway.
What fuel does the Outback AWD use?
It uses gasoline.
What is its EPA annual fuel cost?
The listed annual fuel cost is $2,800.
Does the 2027 Outback AWD have all-wheel drive?
Yes. The listed drive type is all-wheel drive.
What engine and transmission are listed?
It has a 2.4 L turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an automatic AV-S8 transmission.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
The listed tailpipe output is 369 grams of CO2 per mile.
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