2006 Subaru Baja consumer reviews

I have been enjoying Subaru's since my 1st Subaru SVX in 1993. Then Baja 06 Auto, Legacy GT limited, 05, Baja auto 06 again, and Baja 05 turbo 5spd. I like to buy low mileage used and usually pay over book. My 2005 Baja turbo 5sp is a blast. drives just like my 05 gt limited but lets me carry loads of stuff in the back for the rental properties. Sneaky fast when I'm next to any sports car.( I leave the V-8's alone.) Cops really take no notice of this vehicle. I average about 23 mpg on 5 gals. of premium topped with regular. It runs best on this combo. I have never had a problem with these cars and hope my luck continues. Probably will sell the Auto 06 Baja if my son doesn't want it, but the 05 , 5spd is a keeper waiting for headers and freeflow exhaust.

I bought the 2006,5 speed, turbo. I'm still getting used to the turbo , the car really takes off. I've only had this car for a month and I bought a 3 year warrenty with it so I don't expect any problems.

I recently bought a 2003 5-speed with 74k miles. I had looked into the Baja when they came out, but with a large family, a vehicle that only seats four didn't make sense. Now with two kids through college, it was a logical choice. I looked at the Turbo as well, but ultimately decided I didn't need the extra power, and also read that those motors were less reliable. It is a rock solid vehicle that is zippy and grippy to drive. It allows you to haul small loads of garbage and recycling without having to worry about trashing the interior of your vehicle (as has happened in our old minivan). Since I bought this vehicle, I have had dozens of people ask me about it, and claim that they wish they could have one. It seems odd, as the reviews of the Baja when it came out panned it, and sales weren't great. This vehicle also holds its value. They regularly sell for over bluebook, and I imagine that trend will continue as they become more and more rare.

This car was bought as an errand runner and to go up the mountain road to the cabin in the snow. The driver's and passenger's seats are comfortable for long periods once you get in, getting in is tight for tall or heavy folks. The more aggressive may look for a turbo, but for my driving style the standard model is more than adequate for efficient driving. I tow a 54 inch X 96 inch aluminum trailer with ATV on it and the Baja pulls it just fine. I ordered an ARE topper for the bed so we can take stores and baggage on road trips as the folded down back seat belongs to the dog. Frankly this vehicle is as close to perfect for my needs as anything else out there.

this is the second one we have had she hit a bridge with the last one totaled it bought this one 2 months later and its just as good as the last one you can haul 4 people and a small amount of cargo nothing large or heavy remember to change timeing belt and radiator /water pump/t stat every 100,000 miles and it will go 300k or more the early ones had head gasket problems if you can see if it has been done if not have it done tune ups at 100k and if your year has the fuel filter under the hood change it twice a year

This car is close to perfect. The open bed means you can do most the work that any pick-up can do but it hugely more comfortable whether it's commuter driving around town or cross country. It's also amazing where the AWD can get you without getting all scratched out like the big-beast pickup trucks would get. Also, highway is 28 mpg. My combined has been around 25mpg. Other than a limited towing capacity, a Subaru Baja is the best all round, do-anything truck there is. If you could have only one vehicle, this would be it. It is a 4door sedan, a truck, an all wheel drive go anywhere utility vehicle and it is one of the most reliable vehicles made, perhaps the most reliable vehicle made.

All the above. It's a true Cruck. Good seating in car type cab for four and great little bed for hauling potting soil, dog food, etc. Bring Back the Baja!

I've had my Baja for a few months now, and have fallen in love. I rarely haul anything too big, and I don't carry drywall or plywood, so the 44"x41" bed is a good fit for most of my hauling, and with the bed extender, I can carry most anything I need. I have the turbo version, so the performance is exceptional. It handles better than anything with over 9" of ground clearance should.

I love my Baja!!! This car handles so smooth, corners real nice - would recommend to anyone. The only complaint I have is that Subaru quit making these in 2006. I love this car!!!

I LOVE THIS 06 TURBO and would own no other. When my neighbors are snowed in, waiting for the roads to clear, I have freedom to explore the beautiful snowy countryside. This car/truck hugs the road like a sports car. Well...to me it is a sports car, it handles these mtn curves beautifully, with plenty of power to pass slow pokes on the road. I also love not having a huge gas bill like with a truck. Another big bonus is being able to haul things for the garden, lumber and other large items that would dirty up the interior or wouldn't fit in a regular car. I have had no problems with this car, I only have to do regular maintenance.