2009 Subaru Legacy

Compact Sedan Premium
Subaru Legacy 2009
22MPG Combined
6 Trims
← 2008 2009 2010 →
Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2009 Subaru Legacy. As a Compact Sedan, it achieves 20–22 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2009 Subaru Legacy Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG20–22 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG20
Highway MPG27
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypePremium
DriveAWD/4WD
Available Trims6

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Man17/24/202.5L 4cylManual 6-spd
4 cyl18/24/202.5L 4cylAutomatic (S5)
6 cyl17/24/203.0L 6cylAutomatic (S5)
Man18/25/212.5L 4cylManual 5-spd
Man20/27/222.5L 4cylManual 5-spd
4 cyl20/26/222.5L 4cylAutomatic (S4)

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2009 Subaru Legacy costs approximately $2,583 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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