2019 Subaru Legacy problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2019 Subaru Legacy get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Subaru Legacy at about 26 mpg combined (23 city / 31 highway).

Q: How much is a 2019 Subaru Legacy worth?

Comparable 2019 Subaru Legacy listings run roughly $22,300–$27,998, typically around $24,337 (from 10 vehicles).

2019 Subaru Legacy at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints122

Combined26 mpg

Typical price$24,337

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2019 Subaru Legacy recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2019 Subaru Legacy.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2019 Subaru Legacy common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 122 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Visibility

Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2019 Subaru Legacy MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg

City23 mpg

Highway31 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,375

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2019 Subaru Legacy worth?

Low

$22,300

Typical price

$24,337

High

$27,998

From 10 comparable 2019 Subaru Legacy listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Subaru Legacy costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,875

Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,850

Total$17,725

Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($24,337) with the same model 5 model-years older ($18,500), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.