Why is my Subaru Outback getting bad gas mileage?

Why is my Subaru Outback getting bad gas mileage?

Misaligned Tires: Tires that are low or out of alignment can lead to a drop in fuel efficiency. Checking the tire pressure and have the alignment checked on regular basis can help prevent this problem. Clogged Fuel Filter: A clogged fuel filter will also cause problems with gas mileage.

What is real world mileage?

Real MPG was created after we received thousands of complaints from readers that their cars could not match the official claimed fuel economy figures. Unlike laboratory tests, Real MPG gives real world data from real drivers and allows owners and buyers to see how much on-the-road fuel a vehicle really uses.

How can I get better gas mileage in my Subaru Outback?

You can improve gas mileage on your Subaru Outback with five steps….Improving Gas Mileage

1. Change your oil and oil filter.
2. Change your fuel filter and air filter.
3. Use fuel cleaner in the tank.
4. Check your battery with a voltmeter.
5. Have your clutch checked.
6. Adjust your idle to the manufacturer-recommended levels.

Why is my Subaru getting bad gas mileage?

Misaligned Tires: Tires that are low or out of alignment can lead to a drop in fuel efficiency. The fuel pump can become clogged or malfunction. A bad fuel pump can lead to a rough running engine because it is not getting enough fuel. This will lead to a decline in gas mileage.

What grade of gas does a Subaru Outback use?

Both engines take 87 octane fuel, so customers won’t need to put more expensive premium fuel in when they fill up the Outback XT.

How many miles does a Subaru Outback get?

6,321 Subaru Outbacks have provided 156.4 million miles of real world fuel economy & MPG data. Click here to view all the Subaru Outbacks currently participating in our fuel tracking program.

What are the safety features on a 2013 Subaru Outback?

For 2013, the Outback is also available with EyeSight, Subaru’s suite of active safety features offered in Japan since 2008. It combines a lane departure warning system, adaptive cruise control and pre-collision braking monitored by a set of forward-facing cameras above the rear-view mirror.

What is the price of an outback XC70?

Our tester, the top-line 3.6R Limited with EyeSight with all option boxes ticked, retails for $39,995, a cool $2,405 and $5,105 less than the base model XC70 and A4 Allroad, respectively. Value is a big part of what the Outback has to offer.