2005 Subaru Baja Trims and Specs

The 2005 Subaru Baja Sport is a four-door, full-time all-wheel drive pickup crossover, with two rows of seats. Rear seats fold down, to expand the 3.5-foot cargo bed to hold up to 78 cubic feet. A small hatch door provides the link between the backseat and the bed. A 2.5-liter, 165-hp flat-4 engine and choice of 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic are found in the 2005 Baja Sport, and it is well-equipped with 4-wheel ABS brakes, a limited slip center and rear differential, 16-inch alloy wheels, foglights, and daytime running lights. Dual front airbags are standard, and traction control and ??? can be added.

Inside, the 2005 Baja Sport gives its outdoor-lifestyle-oriented passengers a full power setup, a CD player, cruise control, tachometer, and leather trim. In 2005, a power outlet is added up front. The cargo bed features tie-downs, and a cover, bed extension, and a trailer hitch (up to 2400 pound towing capacity) is optional. Roof rails provide more storage versatility. Options include skid plates, a security system, garage remote, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Great 4WD performance, handling, and sporty looks please owners of the 2005 Baja Sport, who also like the 21/27 mpg. Limited back room and a small cargo bed are negatives.

A little more kick and sporty fun is added with the 2005 Subaru Baja Turbo AWD, a four-door, full-time all-wheel drive crossover pickup that's geared towards a youthful, active lifestyle. A turbocharged version of the 2.5-liter H4 engine hits 210-hp with 235 lb-ft of torque. A choice of 5-speed manual or 4-speed auto tran is available. The 41-inch cargo bed can be extended with the drop-down tailgate or an optional bed extender, and can hold up to 78 cubic feet via a pass-through into the cabin where the rear seats fold down. Foglights, daytime running lights, 4-wheel ABS brakes, a rear and center limited slip differential, 16-inch alloy wheels, and dual front airbags improve handling and safety considerations. Skid plates are extra.

Though it looks like a basic pickup, the 2005 Baja Turbo AWD comes with full power features, cruise control, a CD changer, intermittent wipers, a tachometer, and leather trim. Roof rails and a bedliner are standard, and a lockable hard cover and trailer hitch can be added. Leather seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, garage opener, and security system are available options. Great power and acceleration, a peppy ride, and styling please owners, but they don't like the cramped backseat.