2005
Subaru Baja

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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sport Manual
    Starts at
    $22,345
    21 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sport Auto
    Starts at
    $23,145
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Turbo Manual
    Starts at
    $24,345
    19 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Turbo Auto
    Starts at
    $25,345
    18 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Turbo Auto w/Leather Pkg
    Starts at
    $27,245
    18 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Available turbocharged engine
Pickup-style cargo bed
Standard AWD

The good & the bad

The good

Unique design
Cargo-carrying versatility
Smooth, quiet operation
Steering and handling

The bad

Non-Turbo performance
Snug seat bolsters
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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / 80,000 miles
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 18 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.6
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By Outdoor family from Phoenix, AZ
    Owns this car
    July 10, 2020

    Swiss Army knife of cars!

    This a great car that does alot of things well. Never let me down. Use it as daily driver and weekend getaway car. We go kayaking alot and hiking. Gets us where we want to go in all weather conditions. More importantly, gets us home safe all the time. Too bad that Subaru discontinued the Baja. I wish I could get a new one.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Steve from Pittsburgh. PA
    Owns this car
    November 30, 2019

    Best car I've owned

    Great for those not looking for a big truck but useable truck bed. Plus back fold down allowing you to extend and put in lumber up to 12 feet.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Subachick from Randleman, NC
    Owns this car
    June 24, 2019

    BEST CAR EVER MADE

    They are handy and useful, ride great, good gas mileage, and run forever with basic maintenance! Subaru makes a great car with a good engine. It is kind of a pain to have to change the timing belt and water pump every 100,000 but hey--if that is all I have to do then great! Note, they do have to have the heads resurfaced after 100K, like any Subaru.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Fid Laf from New York
    Owns this car
    January 12, 2018

    I love the functionality of the Baja.

    Words can?t describe the Subaru Baja. It is unique. I love my baru. It drives like a sedan with the functionality of a pick up truck. It is so good on gas mileage with the perfect horse power and torque. You can?t ask for anymore.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Gudrun from Waldoboro Maine
    Owns this car
    November 7, 2017

    this car is the best of both truck/SUV

    the year this was put on the market I was gone have it someday this is the best of both truck and SUV, I can go anywhere I want with this is safe and awesome to drive
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By desi from Sun valley Idaho
    Owns this car
    September 18, 2017

    FUN! solid little car/truck

    fun to drive - solid ! love Subaru - great value and resale. dependable! Well made . However hard to find rear cover.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
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  • By Pstilo from Sourhern Illinois
    Owns this car
    August 29, 2017

    The best!

    I have owned my Baja since 2005 and have racked up 172,000. miles. It just keeps going and going! It's fun to drive and practical. I have a 2011 F150 and like it for towing and heavy hauling, but Iove the Baja for Sunday drives on back roads and getting around town. Just shut the doors or tailgate and you'll feel how solid this little car/truck has been built. This is my winter vehicle because when it comes to snow it just keeps on trucking.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By puremichsubaru from Ann Arbor, MI
    Owns this car
    August 21, 2017

    Truly Wonderful

    I was lucky enough to find one of these in 2017, with only 65k miles on it. It was maintained quite well and will contine to be. Awesome car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Bajaguy from Richland, WA
    Owns this car
    April 9, 2014

    Unique and perfect

    The Baja offers a unique combination of car and truck not available in any other package. It gets decent MPG and sports Subaru's esteemed AWD. Seats 4 comfortably, and hauls more than you would think. The standard sport model includes most luxury options available at the time. If you can grab one of these, they are extremely rare, completely different, and have a small cult following.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By MissKitty from North Carolina
    Owns this car
    March 14, 2014

    Love Cute Little Red Cartruck!

    I am a widow who lives in a country setting. Have been driving junk cars and need something reliable. I am working toward self-sufficiency and this car is perfect. With the all-wheel drive I can get out in bad weather. I have to haul my own trash to the dump and have the space to do so without putting it inside my car. Also have the room to ride passengers. I am 5'1" and got rid of a pickup that I couldn't push the clutch in because I am too short. Don't have that issue with this car and I am able to reach inside the cargo bed. Absolutely perfect vehicle for me in my circumstances. BTW, it flat out flies with the turbo. Have to watch the speedometer or it could be a ticket getter. The cruise control helps a lot.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By WRX truck from Bradenton fl
    Owns this car
    July 30, 2013

    Fun first car

    I got this car/truck from my dad for a first car and he had bough it brand new. The baja now has 147000 miles of torchure, fun, work, towing, camping, etc. this car can take a lot of abuse and not fuss about it. We have only had to do basic maintenance expect for having to replace the brakes, rear struts and a oil filter gasket but the first 2 where from towing a 700 pound trailer wit about 2000 pounds of weight. The brakes where replace at 120k and the struts at the same time. The oil filter gasket was cause by the dealer. This car is fun to have as a daily driver . The turbo is defenetly better to drive than the N/A
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Likadbaja from Ontario, Canada
    Owns this car
    October 3, 2012

    Best vehicle I have ever owned

    I now have 3 of these. Although this one was much abused and in pretty rough shape, it was very well described and I knew what to expect, I would very highly recommend Subaru products.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Subaru Baja?

The 2005 Subaru Baja is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Sport (2 styles)
  • Turbo (2 styles)
  • Turbo w/Leather Pkg (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Subaru Baja?

The 2005 Subaru Baja offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2005 Subaru Baja reliable?

The 2005 Subaru Baja has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Subaru Baja owners.

Is the 2005 Subaru Baja a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Subaru Baja. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 18 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.8
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