Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R 4x4
Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0 petrol description
Sedan Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R 4x4 has been produced from October, 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, 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 Legacy 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.8 litres.
Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R 4x4 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R 4x4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 243 km/h.
Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R 4x4 fuel consumption is 11.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 17.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 500 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 680 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Subaru is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Subaru Legacy fuel consumption.

Subaru Legacy 2003 3.0R 4x4 technical data
Model: | Subaru Legacy 3.0R 4x4 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2004. October ... 2006. September | ||
Engine: | 2999 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 280 g/km |
Power: | 245 HP ON 6600 RPM | Torque: | 297 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 243 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.7 (combined) 17.1 (urban) 8.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.3 l/100km (20.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.66m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.44m (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 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 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 |
Most often compared to
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) |