Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i

Subaru Outback 2003 2.5 petrol description

Estate car / wagon Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i has been produced from November, 2003 to September, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 165 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 225 Nm (Newton metres) on 4400 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Subaru Outback 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.

Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 198 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100km (11.8 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Subaru Outback 2003 - 2009 version, city fuel economy - 11.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Subaru real everyday fuel consumption is 9 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Subaru Outback fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Subaru Outback versions - with automatic gearbox (Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i AT 4x4), and with automatic gearbox (Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i Comfort Pack AT 4x4) available:
  • Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.1 seconds later (in 10.9 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 9.8 litres per 100 km
  • Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i Comfort Pack AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.1 seconds later (in 10.9 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 9.8 litres per 100 km
Subaru Outback 2003

Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i technical data

Model: Subaru Outback 2.5i
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2003. November ... 2006. September 
Engine: 2457 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 203 g/km
Power: 165 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 225 NM ON 4400 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 198 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.5 (combined) 11.6 (urban) 6.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9 l/100km (26.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.73m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.54m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Gross weight: 1800 kg

Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i engine EJ251

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 2457 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 99.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 79 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts)
Power 165 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 225 NM ON 4400 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 6 years
Engine also used on Subaru Forester Subaru Legacy

All Subaru Outback estate car [2003 - 2009] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i 4x4 Nov 2003 — Sep 2006

Most fuel efficient version

2.5 Petrol 165 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i Comfort Pack 4x4 Nov 2003 — Sep 2006

Most fuel efficient version

2.5 Petrol 165 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i 4x4 Nov 2003 — Sep 2006

Most fuel efficient version

2.5 Petrol 165 HP 8.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i Comfort Pack 4x4 Nov 2003 — Sep 2006

Most fuel efficient version

2.5 Petrol 165 HP 8.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i 4x4 2.5 Petrol 173 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Subaru Outback 2003 2.5i 4x4 2.5 Petrol 173 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Subaru Outback 2004 3.0R 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jan 2009

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds

3.0 Petrol 245 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
Subaru Outback 2003 reviews
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