What Is It?
2004 Subaru Baja Turbo
What's Special About It?
A Subaru Baja weighs 3,605 pounds; that's about 40 pounds more than a Buick LeSabre. The Baja's standard 2.5-liter flat four engine makes 165 horsepower and 166 pound-feet of torque, this might be enough in a 3,000-pound Impreza but it's taxed when propelling the pudgier Baja. A fix has arrived in the form of a turbocharged version of that "boxer" four. Subaru's trademark hood scoop announces the presence of the force-fed four. Utilizing an intercooler as well as variable valve timing, the 2.5 cranks out 210 hp and, even more impressive, 235 lb-ft of torque. Though no performance figures were available, we imagine that healthy infusion will make a world of difference.
In addition to the turbo motor, the Baja Turbo comes with drive-by-wire throttle control, unique wheels, monochrome paint scheme, leather seating and a Momo steering wheel.
Along with the introduction of the Turbo model comes a higher suspension for all Bajas; ground clearance is now 8.4 inches — a full inch more than last year.
Why Should You Care?
If you want the versatility of a compact crew cab pickup along with performance and handling that are more sport sedan than lumbering truck, the extroverted Baja Turbo may be your ride. —John DiPietro
2004 Subaru Baja Turbo
What's Special About It?
A Subaru Baja weighs 3,605 pounds; that's about 40 pounds more than a Buick LeSabre. The Baja's standard 2.5-liter flat four engine makes 165 horsepower and 166 pound-feet of torque, this might be enough in a 3,000-pound Impreza but it's taxed when propelling the pudgier Baja. A fix has arrived in the form of a turbocharged version of that "boxer" four. Subaru's trademark hood scoop announces the presence of the force-fed four. Utilizing an intercooler as well as variable valve timing, the 2.5 cranks out 210 hp and, even more impressive, 235 lb-ft of torque. Though no performance figures were available, we imagine that healthy infusion will make a world of difference.
In addition to the turbo motor, the Baja Turbo comes with drive-by-wire throttle control, unique wheels, monochrome paint scheme, leather seating and a Momo steering wheel.
Along with the introduction of the Turbo model comes a higher suspension for all Bajas; ground clearance is now 8.4 inches — a full inch more than last year.
Why Should You Care?
If you want the versatility of a compact crew cab pickup along with performance and handling that are more sport sedan than lumbering truck, the extroverted Baja Turbo may be your ride. —John DiPietro
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