2003 Subaru Outback Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 8 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Second generation (BH) - Facelift.
- Length184.4 in – 187.4 in
- Width68.7 in
- Height58.3 in – 63.3 in
- Wheelbase104.3 in
- Curb weight3,430 lb – 3,715 lb
- Length184.4 in – 187.4 in
- Height58.3 in – 63.3 in
- Wheelbase104.3 in
- Curb weight3,430 lb – 3,715 lb
- Width68.7 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2003 Subaru Outback
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 184.4 in – 187.4 in · 68.7 in · 58.3 in – 63.3 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x100, bore 56.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P225/60HR16.0 OWL M+S, 225/55R17, 225/60R16, 235/45R18. Tire sizes
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- Check battery sizeGroup size
- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 184.4 in – 187.4 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 68.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in – 63.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 38.1 in – 40.2 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 36.6 in – 39.1 in |
| Front legroom | 43.3 in |
| Rear legroom | 34.2 in – 34.3 in |
| Front shoulder room | 53.9 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.6 in |
| Front hip room | 51.3 in |
| Rear hip room | 51.9 in |
| Passenger volume | 91.0 cu ft – 96.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 12.4 cu ft – 34.3 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 3,430 lb – 3,715 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 4,400 lb – 4,700 lb |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,700 lb – 3,000 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 166 – 210 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P225/60HR16.0 OWL M+S
- 225/55R17
- 225/60R16
- 235/45R18
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver22"
- Passenger20"
- Rear15"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 26R-3
- 35-2
- 35-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.4 qt
- 5W-305.9 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (8 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base 4dr All-wheel Drive Station Wagon | 187.4 | 68.7 | 62.2 | 104.3 | — | 3430 |
| H6-3.0 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan | 184.4 | 68.7 | 58.3 | 104.3 | — | 3610 |
| H6-3.0 4dr All-wheel Drive Station Wagon | 187.4 | 68.7 | 62.2 | 104.3 | — | 3430 |
| H6-3.0 L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive Station Wagon | 187.4 | 68.7 | 63.3 | 104.3 | — | 3715 |
| H6-3.0 VDC 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan | 184.4 | 68.7 | 58.3 | 104.3 | — | 3630 |
| H6-3.0 VDC 4dr All-wheel Drive Station Wagon | 187.4 | 68.7 | 63.3 | 104.3 | — | 3715 |
| Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan | 184.4 | 68.7 | 58.3 | 104.3 | — | 3495 |
| Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive Station Wagon | 187.4 | 68.7 | 63.3 | 104.3 | — | 3510 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Second generation (BH) - Facelift): years 2003–2004. View model overview