Subaru Baja first generation

Subaru Baja first generation
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The Subaru Baja first generation (2003–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: BT · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,905 mm
Width1,781 mm
Height1,631–1,654 mm
Wheelbase2,649 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,530 kg

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, pl). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

117 complaints for model years 2003–2006. 10 crashes · 3 fires · 9 injuries

  • Fuel system 27

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 5 versions of the Subaru Baja first generation

United States 3 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2003–2006CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA263–276 g/km
2004–20062MODE CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2003–20062.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive18–22 MPG (10.7–13.1 L/100 km) EPA251–307 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2003–2006Sport utility vehicle2.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.0–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle253–265 g/km
2003–2006Sport utility vehicle2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual10.5–11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle242–274 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.