The Subaru Outback III (BP) is an estate produced from 2003 to 2009. It is the 1st of 3 generations of the Outback in our catalog.
Engines: 2.5 (EJ253), 165 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,730 mm, wheelbase 2,670 mm, fuel tank 64 L.
Facelift: 2006. Sold in Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Russia.
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Engine: Subaru EJ (2.0–2.5)
- head gasket leaks
- oil consumption
- head gasket on the EJ253
What to check when buying: oil traces on the boxer cylinder heads; emulsion, overheating.
Tip: Overheating must be avoided at all costs.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
What engine does the Subaru Outback III (BP) have?
2.5, code EJ253, 165 hp, 226 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
automatic (4AT).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Fuel tank 64 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Subaru Outback III (BP) in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 29,450 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.