Subaru Outback III (2003-2009) – batteries


Subaru Outback in version III was produced in the years 2003 – 2009. We invite you to a list of batteries matching individual engine versions.

Basic parameters of batteries suitable for Subaru Outback (2003-2009):

LayoutTerminal typesBase hold-down
0 – positive on the right side1Korean B1
0 – positive on the right side1B0
As you can see, in case of Subaru Outback, even the basic parameters of the batteries (battery layout, terminal types and base hold-down) are not identical for all engine versions. For this reason, care must be taken to match the battery to a specific engine.

Subaru Outback III – petrol engines:
  • 2.0
  • 2.5
  • 3.0

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4
S40 24
60 Ah
540 A
232x173x225 mmMore
Exide Excell
EB604
60 Ah
390 A
230x173x222 mmMore
Exide Premium
EA654
65 Ah
580 A
230x173x222 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic
D47
60 Ah
540 A
232x173x225 mmMore
The above three petrol engines of the Subaru Outback III, namely 2.0 ,2.5 and 3.0, will perform best with batteries of at least 57 Ah capacity. We recommend choosing higher-end battery models for cars with a large number of optional extras. The weakest of these is the battery Exide Excell EB604 which capacity is 60 Ah and Cold Cranking Amps is 390 A. The most powerful battery is Exide Premium EA654 of a capacity 65Ah and Cold Cranking Amps: 580 A.

Subaru Outback III – diesel engines:
  • 2.0 D

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4
S40 24
60 Ah
540 A
232x173x225 mmMore
Exide Excell
EB604
60 Ah
390 A
230x173x222 mmMore
Exide Premium
EA654
65 Ah
580 A
230x173x222 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic
D47
60 Ah
540 A
232x173x225 mmMore
The Subaru Outback III with a 2.0 D diesel engine should be compatible with batteries of dimensions 230x173x222 mm or 232x173x225 mm, with a minimum capacity of 57 Ah. The most basic battery of this set is Exide Excell EB604 of a capacity 60Ah and 390A Cold Cranking Amps, the battery with the biggest capacity is Exide Premium EA654 of a capacity 65 Ah, having 580A Cold Cranking Amps.
If you’re still unsure which battery fits your Subaru Outback , or if you want to help others in their selection, please send us a photo of your current battery in the comment section at the bottom of the page. You can also send the picture to contact@whatbattery.co.uk (we will place it in the comments to also help other users). Be sure to specify the car model, year, type, as well as the engine capacity and power. We’ll do our best to assist you!

See also information about other cars of this manufacturer

Subaru BRZ (2012-) battery
Subaru Forester I (1997-2002) battery
Subaru Forester II (2002-2008) battery
Subaru Forester III (2008-2013) battery
Subaru Forester IV (2012-2018) battery
Subaru Outback II (1999-2004) battery
Subaru Outback IV (2009-2014) battery
Subaru XV (2012-) battery


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