DecodedCarsSubaru Baja
2 model years from 2005 to 2006, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2005–2006
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Latest engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Best MPG
- 21–22 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 9 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2005 (20)
The 2006 Baja in brief
The 2006 Subaru Baja is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl turbo) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway), 29% better than the 2006 SUV - average of 17 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.
It has 8 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
The Subaru Baja has 2 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2006.
Its most efficient year was 2006 at 22 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 21 to 22 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the air bags (10), engine (8), fuel/propulsion system (8).
2005 has the most recalls (9); all years together count 9 campaigns and 33 owner complaints.
2006 Baja pros & cons
Full 2006 details →What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 22 MPG combined — 29% better than the average 2006 SUV - (17 MPG).
- Few owner complaints13 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 54 for similar models.
Watch out for
- 8 recallsMore than similar models (about 1). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Show all 2 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2006 Baja
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 10 |
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 23 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 27 MPG | Not rated | 9 |
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Subaru. How we calculate this →