xelu01 Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 hey guys i have 2016 Subaru legacy 2.5 limited, i wanted to get a 3.6r by trading mine in. I have 30k miles on it. I feel the 2.5i does not accelerate quick but worried about gas mileage. I get close to 500 with my car, would the 3.6r go to maybe 400? Thanks guys, trying to buy it tonight because they have 0 percent apr finance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Yeah that's probably about right. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xelu01 Posted October 31, 2016 Author Share Posted October 31, 2016 do you think it is worth it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humble Rumble Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 The power difference between the 2.5i and 3.6R is pretty noticeable. It really comes down to which you prefer more: power or mileage. My '12 3.6R gets about 360 to the tank, but my commute is short and has a lot of stoplights, so I average 18-19 MPG typically. It's much better on the highway, averaging about 24-28 depending on length of the trip, and with the addition of the CVT to the 6th gen, the average mileage jumped up about 4 MPG compared to the 5th gen, so 400 per tank is not unreasonable. It is fun to have the power available, and if you're the modding type, the 6-cylinder sounds spectacular with after market exhaust. Really a decision no one can make for you. 2012 Legacy 3.6R Build Thread 5th Gen Legacy BM/BR Body Kit Compendium Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xelu01 Posted October 31, 2016 Author Share Posted October 31, 2016 Yes very true, I would like the power honestly. Maybe the cost to upgrade maybe too much. Trade in is 22 k and going up is 13k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 BTW The 0% financing has been going on for few months now, I would expect it to continue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xelu01 Posted November 2, 2016 Author Share Posted November 2, 2016 BTW The 0% financing has been going on for few months now, I would expect it to continue. will keep my eye on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 Our 2016 Outback 3.6R has 5820 miles, almost 11 months old. But last night pulling out onto a state road going up hill, its was easy to pick up speed so I wouldn't slow the car coming up the hill. Very glad we got the 3.6 MPG doesn't matter with the low miles we put on it. But if I was to buy a new Legacy it would be a 3.6R, I drive over 20,000 miles a year in my 05 GT wagon. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stroker ace Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 We have a 2013 Legacy 3.6R and on average get 410-425 per tank. It has a little over 85,000 miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xelu01 Posted November 3, 2016 Author Share Posted November 3, 2016 Will see what the dealership says and how much I can get for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhiaAddict Posted November 8, 2016 Share Posted November 8, 2016 2012 3.6R average normally 400-420, lowest was around 340-350, best was estimated at approximately 450ish. All how you drive. I'm mostly highway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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