The Subaru TURBO engine used
The Subaru TURBO engine used previously in the Forester XT, The Outback XT and the Ascent (All trims) Plus the WRX uses Regular Gas (most manufactures require Premium for their Turbo's) Subaru's Turbo engine drinks gas excessively compared to the normal boxer engines. Horse Power goes from the 180's to the 270's = 50% more HP, so the gas required goes from 32 MPG to 16/18 MPG in the Turbo = close to 50%. Buy the Outback (non turbo) and stay away from all Subaru Turbo's if money is a concern.