2004
Subaru Outback

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$27,020
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Available trims

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  • 2.5 Outback Sport Manual
    Starts at
    $19,220
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2.5 Outback Sport Manual
    Starts at
    $19,220
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2.5 Outback Sport Auto
    Starts at
    $20,020
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2.5 Outback Sport Auto
    Starts at
    $20,020
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback Manual
    Starts at
    $23,470
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback Auto
    Starts at
    $24,270
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Outback Ltd Auto
    Starts at
    $26,720
    22 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback Ltd Manual
    Starts at
    $27,020
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback H6 35th Ann. Edition
    Starts at
    $27,220
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback H6 35th Ann. Edition
    Starts at
    $27,220
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback Ltd Auto
    Starts at
    $27,820
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Outback H6-3.0 Auto
    Starts at
    $28,920
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Outback H6-3.0 Auto
    Starts at
    $28,920
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback H6 L.L. Bean Edition
    Starts at
    $30,420
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback H6 L.L. Bean Edition
    Starts at
    $30,420
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Outback H6-3.0 VDC Auto
    Starts at
    $31,120
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Outback H6-3.0 VDC Auto
    Starts at
    $31,120
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback H6 VDC
    Starts at
    $32,620
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Outback H6 VDC
    Starts at
    $32,620
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas Flat 6-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Legacy-based Outback
Impreza-based Outback Sport
Four-cylinder or six-cylinder
Manual or automatic
Additional ground clearance

The good & the bad

The good

Performance
All-wheel-drive operation
Interior space
Automatic-transmission operation
Ground clearance

The bad

Ride comfort on rough surfaces
Limited offroad ability
No Low-range gearing
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Safety review

Based on the 2004 Subaru Outback base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side rear passenger
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / 80,000 miles
Basic
Coverage available for purchase
Dealer certification
152-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

95% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 24 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.3
Performance 4.2
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

By User25688 from Holbrook
Owns this car
February 15, 2021

Great car after all the repairs dealer dumped on m

Perfect family car definitely roomy, good gas mileage, far, nice pick up speed, sporty, good to transport large items "suv like". Stereo signed great, double Moonroof is definitely a plus
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 2.0
Reliability 4.0
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By Sean from Reno, Nevada
Owns this car
September 6, 2020

Great car...Runs and drives great, very reliable!!

This car has been very reliable over the years, and has been great to drive. No complaints, and has been very easy to maintain over the years.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2004 Subaru Outback?

The 2004 Subaru Outback is available in 8 trim levels:

  • Outback (2 styles)
  • Outback H6 35th Ann. Edition (2 styles)
  • Outback H6 L.L. Bean Edition (2 styles)
  • Outback H6 VDC (2 styles)
  • Outback H6-3.0 (2 styles)
  • Outback H6-3.0 VDC (2 styles)
  • Outback Ltd (3 styles)
  • Outback Sport (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2004 Subaru Outback?

The 2004 Subaru Outback offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2004 Subaru Outback reliable?

The 2004 Subaru Outback has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 Subaru Outback owners.

Is the 2004 Subaru Outback a good Wagon?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2004 Subaru Outback. 95.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 24 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.0
  • Reliability: 4.7

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