Subaru Baja MPG
EPA fuel economy for 14 Subaru Baja trims sold from 2003 to 2006. Best ever: 22 MPG (2006 Baja AWD). Latest model year 2006: 18 to 22 MPG combined across 4 trims.
Subaru Baja fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2006 Subaru Baja to fuel is the Baja AWD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (22 MPG) at $2,840 a year. The Baja AWD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (18 MPG) costs $4,300, so the thriftier trim saves $1,460 a year and $7,300 over five years.
| 2006 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 22 | $2,840 | cheapest |
| Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 21 | $2,970 | +$140 |
| Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 19 | $4,070 | +$1,240 |
| Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S4) | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 18 | $4,300 | +$1,460 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Subaru Baja MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 22 | 20 | 26 | Baja AWD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 4 |
| 2005 | 21 | 19 | 25 | Baja AWD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 4 |
| 2004 | 21 | 19 | 25 | Baja AWD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 4 |
| 2003 | 20 | 18 | 24 | Baja AWD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
Every Subaru Baja trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 2006 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 2006 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2006 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S4) | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2005 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 2005 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 2005 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 | $4,070 |
| 2005 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S4) | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2004 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 2004 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 2004 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2004 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S4) | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2003 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2003 | Baja AWD | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2006 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid 4WD | 27 | 28 | 26 |
| 2006 Mazda Tribute Hybrid 4WD | 27 | 28 | 26 |
| 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 4WD | 27 | 28 | 26 |
| 2006 Lexus RX 400h 4WD | 26 | 27 | 25 |
| 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4WD | 26 | 27 | 25 |
| 2006 Honda CR-V 4WD | 22 | 20 | 25 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Subaru Baja?
The most efficient Subaru Baja the EPA has rated is the 2006 Baja AWD at 22 MPG combined (20 city, 26 highway).
What MPG does the 2006 Subaru Baja get?
2006 Subaru Baja trims range from 18 to 22 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Subaru Baja has the worst fuel economy?
The 2006 Baja AWD is the lowest rated at 18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Subaru Baja for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2006 Subaru Baja to fuel is the Baja AWD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (22 MPG) at $2,840 a year. The Baja AWD, 2.5 L, 4 cyl (18 MPG) costs $4,300, so the thriftier trim saves $1,460 a year and $7,300 over five years.
More from Subaru: every Subaru model. Fuel types on this model: Premium, Regular. EPA classes: Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.