If you want a crossover for your adventures around Wakefield, Reading, and Danvers, MA, the 2022 Subaru Outback is a great option. You can drive it on any type of road for hours at a time.
In this guide to the 2022 Subaru Outback's miles per gallon (MPG), we'll give you the exact MPG ratings. We'll then delve into the vehicle's overall performance, giving you a sense of what it's capable of.
Keep reading to learn all this information, and then contact Ira Subaru to get an up-close look at the model.
2022 Subaru Outback: MPG Ratings
However, the numbers are slightly different, depending on which engine you opt for:
- 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine: EPA-estimated 26 city/33 highway MPG1
- 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine: EPA-estimated 23 city/30 highway MPG1
While the turbocharged engine may lead to a slight decrease in the fuel efficiency of your SUV, you'll still have impressive fuel efficiency that lets you go the extra mile.
Subaru Outback: Features That Alter Fuel Efficiency
The Lineartronic® CVT has a step-less gear ratio that instantly adjusts to match your acceleration. This eliminates the need to shift and preserves the SUV's momentum. It also allows the engine to run within its optimal power range. The result is a reduction in fuel consumption, helping you drive farther and for longer.
Another feature that helps you achieve an impressive fuel economy is standard Auto Start-Stop Technology. When you idle, like at a stoplight or while driving in traffic, your engine will automatically shut off to reduce emissions and help conserve energy.
When you press the accelerator, your engine will reengage and allow you to continue your commute.
Where Can the 2022 Subaru Outback Take You?
Thanks to its fuel efficiency, the 2022 Subaru Outback is your ultimate travel companion. There are countless local hotspots you can visit on one tank of gas:
- Pick up fresh produce, baked goods, and other pantry items at the Wakefield Farmers Market.
- Visit the New England Aquarium to learn more about marine conservation.
- Go vertical by visiting Central Rock Gym to test your rock-climbing abilities.
- Spend time outside by exploring any of the numerous lakes and ponds in the area, such as Walden Pond, Breakheart Reservation, or Lake Quannapowitt.
You can explore more than the local hotspots in your Subaru Outback. With its EPA-estimated driving range of 610 miles, you can take your adventures beyond the local area. You can visit the other New England states and even travel south along the East Coast easily.
Fuel Efficiency Over the Years
Subaru has always known the importance of providing fuel efficiency that lets you get from Point A to Point B without having to make frequent trips to the gas station. Due to this dedication to providing the necessary fuel efficiency from the start, the Subaru Outback hasn't needed major upgrades to its fuel efficiency over the years.
Model Year | MPG |
2015 | EPA-estimated 25 city/32 highway MPG2 |
2016 | EPA-estimated 25 city/32 highway MPG3 |
2017 | EPA-estimated 25 city/32 highway MPG4 |
2018 | EPA-estimated 25 city/32 highway MPG5 |
2019 | EPA-estimated 25 city/32 highway MPG6 |
2020 | EPA-estimated 26 city/33 highway MPG7 |
2021 | EPA-estimated 26 city/33 highway MPG8 |
In addition to steady fuel efficiency over the years, the Subaru Outback also hasn't needed to change the fuel tank size of this SUV. It continues to come equipped with an 18.5-gallon fuel tank.
Subaru Outback Performance Specs
In addition to having high fuel efficiency, the 2022 Outback is powerful and handles well on any type of road.
As previously mentioned, the Outback comes with two different engine configurations: the standard 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine and the optional 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine. Let's see how these engines compare to see which is right for you.
Engine | 2.5L | 2.4L Turbocharged |
Horsepower | 182 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 176 lb-ft | 277 lb-ft |
No matter which engine you choose, you'll have the perfect mix of everyday commuting and thrilling performance.
Furthermore, the Outback comes standard with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD). This system lies along the centerline of the automobile, so that weight distribution is evenly balanced between the two sides. This provides optimum traction and control on even the slickest surfaces.
Off-Roading Capabilities
- Vehicle Dynamics Control
- Traction Control System
- Active Torque Vectoring
Furthermore, the vehicle has 8.7 inches of ground clearance. As a result, the underside won't get damaged passing over small rocks or bumpy landscapes.
It also comes standard with X-MODE® and Hill Descent Control, both of which work alongside Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. X-MODE® optimizes engine output and increases AWD engagement to reduce individual wheelspin. This gives you extra traction on low friction surfaces, like mud or wet grass.
Meanwhile, Hill Descent Control helps maintain a constant speed when traveling downhill. So, if you're driving down a steep grade, you can rest assured that this system will help you stay in control.
Thanks to the impressive EPA-estimated 26 city/33 highway MPG, you can enjoy your off-road travels without a premature end when your car's fuel tank runs low.1 Instead, you can explore for hours on end without needing to make a trip to the nearby gas station.
Now that you've read up on the Subaru Outback miles per gallon and learned more about its performance, it's time to experience the vehicle for yourself.
Contact us to schedule a test drive today at Ira Subaru and see how far the 2022 Outback can take you around Wakefield, Reading, and Danvers, Massachusetts!
1 EPA-estimated fuel economy. Actual mileage may vary. For Crosstrek Hybrid, EPA-estimated MPG equivalent on a full battery charge. Actual mileage will vary.
2 2015 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary.
3 2016 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary.
4 2017 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary.
5 2018 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary.
6 2019 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary.
7 2020 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary.
8 2021 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary.