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2.5L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, 4x4
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Subaru Outback Base (1999) price & specs
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Overview
The 1999 Subaru Outback Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Station Wagon that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Subaru Outback is regarded as a large SUV built in Japan with prices starting at $37,490 before on-road costs.
This Subaru Outback is powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that has 115 kW of power (at 5600 rpm) and 223 Nm of torque (at 3600 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission.
The Subaru Outback measures 1590mm (62.6 inches) in height, 4720mm (185.8 inches) in length, 1745mm (68.7 inches) in width with a 2650mm (104.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1455kg (3207.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Outback Base comes standard with 215/60 R16 front tyres and 215/60 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
76.56 - 79.04 kW/t
44.23 kW/t
84.8 kW/t
Boot Space
528 litres
309 litres
1,058 litres
Price
$37,490 - $43,840
$31,900
$65,520
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
60,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 5 years
1 year
5 years
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Dimensions
4,720 mm
1,745 mm
1,590 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,720 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,745 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,200 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 99.5
Engine (cc): 2457
Compression Ratio: 10
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine (L): 2.5
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 79
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 16.9
Capacity (L): 64
Clock
Type: Digital
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.4
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 32
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 10.2
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 10.2
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 7.4
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 197
Maximum Speed (mph): 122
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 154
Maximum Power (kW): 115
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 164
Maximum Torque (Nm): 223
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3600
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Toned
Size of Body Side Molding: Wide
Body Style
Body Type: Station Wagon
Local Body Type: Station Wagon
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Toned
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Toned
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 58.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1646
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 528
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11200
Front Track (in): 57.9
Front Track (mm): 1470
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.7
Overall Height (in): 62.6
Overall Height (mm): 1590
Overall Length (in): 185.8
Overall Length (mm): 4720
Overall Width (in): 68.7
Overall Width (mm): 1745
Rear Track (in): 57.5
Rear Track (mm): 1460
Wheelbase (in): 104.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2650
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Headlight Control
Auto Off With Ignition: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3086
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1455
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3208
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 5
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Door Panel Trim
Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Grabbers: yes
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Grabbers: yes
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Integral Box: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Lidded
Floor Type: Full
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Push Button Heater Controls: yes
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: Remote
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