2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback for sale
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
Rent a 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km | 263 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.36 | $17.36 | $20.65 |
2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 19 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 25 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 963 L (34 cu ft) | 963 L (34 cu ft) | 963 L (34 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,200 | US$3,200 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,472 | $3,472 | $4,130 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 143 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (32), fuel system (25) and power train (20). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V128000 | 2004-03-16 | vehicle speed control:cables | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER SEDANS, WAGONS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE COULD COME OUT OF ITS TRACK ON THE CRUISE CONTROL LEVER AND LODGE ON THE CONTROL LEVER TAB WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE THROTTLE WILL NOT RETURN TO THE IDLE POSITION AND WILL REMAIN IN... |
| 03V153000 | 2003-04-22 | suspension:rear | THIS RECALL APPLIES TO CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT,... |
| 02V282000 | 2002-10-30 | power train:automatic transmission | CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD. WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER IS PLACED IN THE "P" (PARK) POSITION, THE TRANSMISSION PARK MECHANISM, THAT IS INTENDED TO HOLD YOUR VEHICLE, MAY NOT ENGAGE. |
| 02V079000 | 2002-03-12 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERS MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY IN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW FREEZING 32 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT AND LOWER). |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback
No 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. Here is the 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
What to check on the Legacy/Outback
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. NHTSA has 143 owner complaints on file, mostly about service brakes, fuel system and power train. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
Specs, explained
The powertrain here is the 2.5L 4-cylinder with all-wheel drive and a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.
A combined rating of 11.2 L/100 km works out to about 34 litres per 300 km. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $173.60. The EPA estimates US$3,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Room inside
As a compact car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. Its 963 litre trunk is enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Good uses for the Legacy/Outback
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. Its all-wheel drive suits winter roads and trips to ski country.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the Legacy/Outback first, and buy only if it fits your life. Drive the Legacy/Outback on your commute before you commit to it. A week with the Legacy/Outback answers more than any brochure.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $173.60 at our price setting.
Choosing the right one
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Talk to a person
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback
Does CarmaCars sell the 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2002 Subaru Legacy/Outback cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3472.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.