Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R Automatic 4x4
Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0 petrol description
Sedan Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R Automatic 4x4 has been produced from January, 2004 to September, 2006. 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 Legacy 2003 - 2006 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 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 Legacy 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.8 litres.
Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R Automatic 4x4 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R Automatic 4x4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 237 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R Automatic 4x4 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.6 litres per 100km (10.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Subaru real everyday fuel consumption is 11.4 litres per 100 km, which is 19% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Subaru Legacy fuel consumption.

Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R Automatic 4x4 technical data
Model: | Subaru Legacy 3.0R Automatic 4x4 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2004. January ... 2006. September | ||
Engine: | 2999 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 229 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) |
Maximum speed: | 237 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.6 (combined) 13.6 (urban) 7.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.4 l/100km (20.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.66m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 155 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 433 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2030 kg |
Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R Automatic 4x4 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 |
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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 Legacy 2003 3.0R Automatic 4x4 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 7.9 litres (8.4 quarts) |
Power | 245 HP ON 6600 RPM |
Torque | 297 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2003 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Engine also used on | Subaru Outback Subaru B9 Tribeca |
All Subaru Legacy sedan [2003 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Subaru Legacy 2003 2.0i 4x4
Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 138 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Subaru Legacy 2003 2.0i Automatic 4x4
Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 138 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Subaru Legacy 2005 2.0R 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 165 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Subaru Legacy 2005 2.0R Automatic 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 165 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Subaru Legacy 2003 2.5i 4x4 Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 165 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Subaru Legacy 2003 2.5i Automatic 4x4 Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 165 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Subaru Legacy 2004 3.0R 4x4
Oct 2004 — Sep 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Subaru Legacy 2004 3.0R Automatic 4x4
Jan 2004 — Sep 2006 Most powerfull version (245 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |