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Subaru Baja MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
4 model years · 2003–2006
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Subaru Baja fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Subaru Baja for 4 model years, 2003 to 2006. Across those years its combined rating runs 18–22 MPG. The latest model year, 2006, has 4 configurations rated 18–22 MPG combined and costing $2,970–$4,460 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2003 is the 2006 Baja 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD, at 22 MPG.
Subaru Baja MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|
| 2003-2006 (2003) Generation page | ||
| 2006 | 18–22 | $2,970–$4,460 |
| 2005 | 18–21 | $3,110–$4,460 |
| 2004 | 18–21 | $3,110–$4,460 |
| 2003 | 20 | $3,270 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Subaru Baja generations
1 generations between 2003 and 2006. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2006 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Subaru Baja's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Subaru Baja run 18–22 MPG across model years 2003 to 2006. The latest year, 2006, is rated 18–22 MPG.
Which Subaru Baja model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2006 Subaru Baja Baja 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD has the highest combined rating since 2003, at 22 MPG.
How much does a Subaru Baja cost to fuel per year?
For MY2006, EPA-rated configurations cost $2,970–$4,460 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $2,970.
Has the Subaru Baja's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 20 MPG in 2003 to 22 MPG in 2006, 2 MPG more.