Used 2002 Subaru Outback
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- 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
- H6, 3.0 Liter
2002 Subaru Outback Overview
2002 Subaru Outback Pricing
2002 Subaru Outback pricing starts at $2,805 for the Outback Wagon 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $24,220 when new. The range-topping 2002 Outback VDC Wagon 4D starts at $3,331 today, originally priced from $32,420.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$24,220 | $2,805 | |||
$26,520 | $2,807 | |||
$27,620 | $2,868 | |||
$28,520 | $2,944 | |||
$30,020 | $3,013 | |||
$30,920 | $3,237 | |||
$32,420 | $3,331 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2002 Subaru Outback models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Outback Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Subaru Outback (2000-2004) a 4.3 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 86% recommend it. These figures are based on 644 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2002 Subaru Outback
"Good car so far"
"We have had very little problems with our subaru. Here in Seattle, this is the official car of the lower yuppie class. There are 8 on our block. We have never had any reliability issues. When it was new I did however find a few things wrong with it like the seat cushion was unstitching, and one taillight was holding water. The dealer fixed these issues right away without question. We like the space, 4WD, handling, and low road noise. The only detractors are a cheap plastic interior, poor acceleration, and not the best gas mileage for such poor pep...(20mpg avg). I had an old 1985 subie wagon with a pathetic 96hp 4cyl that got 34mpg. I wish they would target a 30mpg car with moderate performance."
"Still tons of these on the road, I can see why"
"I bought this from my mechanic 2 years ago with 229,000 miles on it. Already somewhat "beat up" (I got it dirt cheap, under $1K) it has been very reliable and has not given me any problems since almost 30K miles later. It was barely run for 2 months during the COVID lockdowns and still no problems after that. Much like Ford Taurus and many Toyotas, I see tons of 20 or so year old Outbacks (I can tell from the style) on the road. It's clearly a beater!"
"Rock solid"
"Other than the head gasket recall, the car has been absolutely worry free. If you get one used, make sure the head gasket has been replaced, though I think this applies only to the 2000-2002 4-cylinder Outbacks. The exhaust shield rattles too - it's annoying, but not harmful. Currently at 140K miles - oil changes at about 6K mile intervals, with, uh, less than religious maintenance. Not a lot of passing power, but gets the job done. Gearing is a bit tall as it runs 3500rpm in 5th. I think the heater is kind of slow, although the A/C is awesome. Mileage is okay, not great - about 21 city, 27 highway - I average around 23 mpg in mixed driving. The car is a bit narrow, so 3 across in the rear seat is cramped. The front seats are comfy for long trips though - they've stayed fairly firm over the 10 years I've owned this car."
Overall 2002 Subaru Outback Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2002 Subaru Outback is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2002 Subaru Outback quality a 4.4 out of 5.
2002 Subaru Outback Reliability
The 2002 Subaru Outback receives an average consumer rating of 4.3 overall and a 4.4 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2002 Outback Features
According to drivers of the 2002 Outback, here are some of its best features:
- Durable, hardy, spacious
- Name it, it's all great.
- Reliable powerful versatile great for traveling
- Fun to drive, reliable, everything I need
- AWD wagon, reliabilty, good looks
2002 Subaru Outback MPG by Trim
2002 Outback Wagon 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 25 MPG
2002 Outback Limited Sedan 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 25 MPG
2002 Outback Limited Wagon 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 25 MPG
2002 Outback Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
2002 Outback LL Bean Wagon 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
2002 Outback VDC Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
2002 Outback VDC Wagon 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
2002 Outback Safety
2002 Subaru Outback Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
2002 Subaru Outback
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2002 Subaru Outback Depreciation
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2002 Subaru Outback Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | $236 | $2,870 | $1,375 | ||
2023 | $472 | $2,398 | $772 | ||
2024 | $73 | $2,325 | $674 | ||
Now | $28 | $2,297 | $641 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
2002 Subaru Outback Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3490 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Total Interior | 95.9 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.2 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 43.3 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.3 inches | ||
Overall Length | 187.4 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 53.9 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 2000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 34.3 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.7 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 104.3 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 78.2 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Roof Rails | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 19 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 25 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | AWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Manual | ||
5 speed | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 165 @ 5600 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 166 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
- DVD Entertainment System
- MP3 Player
- CD Player
Interior
- Power Windows
- Tilt Steering Wheel
Seating
- Third Row Seat
- Leather Seats
- Dual Power Front Seats
- Power Driver's Seat
Technology
- Cruise Control
- Hands Free Phone
- Navigation System
2002 Subaru Outback Safety
2002 Subaru Outback Safety Technology
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
Used 2002 Subaru Outback | Used 2002 Suzuki Esteem | Used 2004 Volvo V40 | Used 2005 Volkswagen Passat | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,805 | $2,444 | $2,649 | $2,562 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.3 | 4.3 | 3.9 | 3.9 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 19/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG | City 24/Hwy 31/Comb 27 MPG | City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 165 @ 5600 RPM | 122 @ 6300 RPM | 170 @ 5500 RPM | 170 @ 5500 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.9 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
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