The Subaru Baja, produced from 2002 to 2006, was a unique vehicle categorized as an all-wheel-drive, four-passenger, four-door utility UTE. Marketed for model years 2003 to 2006, the Baja blended the handling and passenger-carrying aspects of a traditional car with the versatility and load capacity of a small pickup truck. Its design was based on the Subaru Legacy/Outback wagon, utilizing the same mechanical components, platform, and sheet metal.
Manufactured at the Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. factory in Lafayette, Indiana, production of the Baja commenced on July 18, 2002, with the vehicle representing a fresh addition to Subaru's lineup. The Baja's
