Subaru Outback 2003 3.0R

Subaru Outback 2003 3.0 petrol description

Estate car / wagon Subaru Outback 2003 3.0R has been produced from January, 2004 to January, 2009. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 245 horsepower on 6600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Subaru Outback 2003 - 2009 version and torque 297 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 thousand 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 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.8 litres.

Subaru Outback 2003 3.0R has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Subaru Outback 2003 3.0R accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 224 km/h.

Subaru Outback 2003 3.0R fuel consumption is 9.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Subaru real everyday fuel consumption is 11.1 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Subaru Outback fuel consumption.

Subaru Outback 2003

Subaru Outback 2003 3.0R technical data

Model: Subaru Outback 3.0R
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2004. January ... 2009. January 
Engine: 2999 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 233 g/km
Power: 245 HP ON 6600 RPM Torque: 297 NM ON 4200 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 224 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.8 (combined) 13.4 (urban) 7.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 11.1 l/100km (21.2 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: 2000 kg

Subaru Outback 2003 3.0R engine EZ30 R

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 2999 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89.2 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 80 mm
Compression ratio 10.7 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Subaru Outback 2003 3.0R oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts)
Power 245 HP ON 6600 RPM
Torque 297 NM ON 4200 RPM
Start of production (year) 2003
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2006 onwards.

Engine also used on Subaru Legacy Subaru B9 Tribeca

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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