Subaru Legacy Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity by Year
14.8–18.9gal · 56–72 L
Across 36 model years (1990–2025), the Subaru Legacy has used tanks from 14.8–18.9 gallons. The 2025 model holds 18.5 gallons.
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- 1993
- 1992
- 1991
- 1990
How the tank changed over the years
Subaru Legacy tank size by generation
Model years with the same tank sizes, grouped. A change usually marks a new generation or a redesign.
| Model years | Tank | Liters |
|---|---|---|
| 2010–2025 | 18.5 gallons | 70 L |
| 2000–2009 | 16.9 gallons | 64 L |
| 1992–1999 | 15.9 gallons | 60 L |
| 1991 | 15.9–18.9 gallons | 60–72 L |
| 1990 | 14.8–15.9 gallons | 56–60 L |
Subaru Legacy tank size by year
| Year | Tank | Liters | Best highway range | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 648 mi | 5 |
| 2024 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 648 mi | 5 |
| 2023 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 648 mi | 5 |
| 2022 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 648 mi | 6 |
| 2021 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 648 mi | 6 |
| 2020 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 648 mi | 6 |
| 2019 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 629 mi | 5 |
| 2018 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 629 mi | 5 |
| 2017 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 629 mi | 5 |
| 2016 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 666 mi | 7 |
| 2015 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 666 mi | 7 |
| 2014 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 592 mi | 10 |
| 2013 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 592 mi | 11 |
| 2012 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 574 mi | 12 |
| 2011 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 574 mi | 9 |
| 2010 Subaru Legacy | 18.5 gallons | 70 L | 574 mi | 10 |
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 456 mi | 12 |
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 456 mi | 11 |
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 473 mi | 13 |
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 456 mi | 19 |
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 456 mi | 16 |
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 423 mi | 12 |
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 439 mi | 12 |
| 2002 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 423 mi | 10 |
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 423 mi | 10 |
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 16.9 gallons | 64 L | 423 mi | 6 |
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 15.9 gallons | 60 L | 429 mi | 10 |
| 1998 Subaru Legacy | 15.9 gallons | 60 L | 429 mi | 8 |
| 1997 Subaru Legacy | 15.9 gallons | 60 L | 429 mi | 10 |
| 1996 Subaru Legacy | 15.9 gallons | 60 L | 477 mi | 12 |
| 1995 Subaru Legacy | 15.9 gallons | 60 L | 461 mi | 11 |
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 15.9 gallons | 60 L | 445 mi | 12 |
| 1993 Subaru Legacy | 15.9 gallons | 60 L | 445 mi | 12 |
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 15.9 gallons | 60 L | 429 mi | 12 |
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 15.9–18.9 gallons | 60–72 L | 454 mi | 11 |
| 1990 Subaru Legacy | 14.8–15.9 gallons | 56–60 L | 413 mi | 10 |
Subaru Legacy fuel system recalls by year
NHTSA lists fuel-system recalls for 11 Subaru Legacy model years. Each year's page has the details, the risk and the free remedy.
Frequently asked questions
What size gas tank does the Subaru Legacy have?
The 2025 Subaru Legacy holds 18.5 gallons. Older years range from 14.8–18.9 gallons; the table has every year.
Has the tank size changed over the years?
Yes. The largest tank changed in 2010, 2000, 1992, 1991.