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2003 Subaru Outback
The 2003 Subaru Outback is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $38,180 for the base variant and topping out at $51,990 for the H6 variant.
There are 5 variants of the Outback available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-1998.
The 2003 Outback was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Subaru Outback include 2.5 horizontal 4-cylinder (115kW/223Nm), 3 horizontal 6-cylinder (154kW/282Nm) and 3 horizontal 6-cylinder (154kW/282Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $38,180 - $51,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Station Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $38,180 - $51,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Station Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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2003 Subaru Outback
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2003 Subaru Outback
Available Variants
The Subaru Outback comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being H6 Luxury Pack.
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Power to Weight
76.67 - 105.12 kW/t
41.94 kW/t
105.12 kW/t
Boot Space
528 litres
205 litres
1,058 litres
Price
$38,180 - $51,990
$32,990
$73,880
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 5 years
1 year
5 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,400 - 1,600 kg
1,400 kg
2,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
200 mm
184 mm
246 mm
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Base
2024
$43,690
Sport
2024
$48,190
Sport
2025
$48,690
Base
2026
$48,990
Touring
2024
$51,990
Sport Xt
2024
$53,190
Premium
2026
$53,490
Sport Xt
2025
$53,690
Sport Xt Onyx
2025
$55,990
Touring Xt 50 Years Edition
2023
$56,490
Touring
2026
$56,990
Touring Xt
2024
$56,990
Touring Xt
2025
$57,490
Sport Touring Xt Special Edition
2024
$57,490
Wilderness
2026
$59,690
Wilderness Apex
2026
$62,690
Year
2026
2025
2024
2023
Engine Type
2.5L Combustion
2.4L Combustion
Fuel
Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Station Wagon
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
137 kW
194 kW
138 kW
183 kW
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2003 Subaru Outback
Dimensions
4,720 mm
1,745 mm
1,590 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,720 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,745 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,200 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Sales Data
202410,227Total Sales
20258,384Total Sales
2026438YTD Sales
Subaru Outback Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2003 Subaru Outback
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Subaru Outback is the base variant that starts from $38,180.
See all Subaru Outback PricingThe most expensive Subaru Outback is the H6 Luxury Pack variant that starts from $51,990.
See all Subaru Outback PricingThe best towing capacity of a Subaru Outback is 1600 kg offered by the following variants: H6 and H6 Luxury Pack.
See all Subaru Outback towing capacityThe largest Subaru Outback is the base variant which measures 1745mm wide, 4720mm in length and sits 1590mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 154kW of power and 282nm of torque are the H6 and H6 Luxury Pack variants.
The Subaru Outback is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The Subaru Outback may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Premium Unleaded.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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