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2003 Subaru Baja AWD
The 2003 Subaru Baja AWD is a SUV. It has a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine producing 165 hp (123 kW), with a 4-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.
ABOUT THE 2003 SUBARU BAJA AWD
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed August 19, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Subaru | Model | Baja AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2003 | Version / Trim | Subaru 2003 Baja AWD |
| Body Style | SUV | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Crystal White Pearl, Ice Silver Metallic, Crystal Black Silica, Magnetite Gray Metallic, Crimson Red Pearl, Abyss Blue Pearl, Geyser Blue Pearl, Lightning Red, Jasper Green Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Japan |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cyl | Engine Size | 2,500 cc |
| Power | 165 hp / 123 kW | Torque | 166 Nm / 122 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | 18 mpg city / 24 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | — | Kerb Weight | 1,570 kg (3,461 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2003 SUVS
Compared with other 2003 SUVs in our database, its 165 hp is 20% less than the average 2003 SUV (207 hp), and it is 11% lighter than the typical SUV.
| 2003 Subaru Baja AWD | Average 2003 SUVs | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 165 hp | 207 hp (62 cars) | -20% |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 247 Nm (62 cars) | -33% |
| Kerb weight | 1,570 kg | 1,768 kg (69 cars) | -11% |
| Engine size | 2,500 cc | 3,172 cc (68 cars) | -21% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2003 SUVs with similar power to the 2003 Subaru Baja AWD.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Subaru Baja AWD | 165 hp | — | 1,570 kg |
| 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 2WD | 162 hp | 9.8 s | 1,580 kg |
| 2003 Honda CR-V 2WD | 160 hp | 9.5 s | 1,445 kg |
| 2003 Toyota Highlander 2WD | 155 hp | 9.5 s | 1,760 kg |
| 2003 Isuzu Rodeo 4WD | 175 hp | 10.5 s | 1,760 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Rear Parking Sensors
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre