When was the last Subaru Brumby made?
Origins and identity of the Brumby
What makes the Brumby special
Key milestones in Brumby production
- 1989: Introduction of the Brumby name in Australia on a Leone-based, two-door wagon/ute variant.
- Early 1990s: Continued development and incremental updates across generations to suit Australian demand.
- 1994: Official end of Brumby production in Australia; the nameplate was ultimately retired as Subaru reorganized its small-car/utility lineup.
What followed after the Brumby’s retirement
Legacy in memory and markets
Summary
How many Subaru Brumbys were made?
While Subaru estimated it could shift as many as 24,000 Bajas per year, after four-and-a-half years in production, the numbers just made it to 30,000 in total. The Brat (Subaru's name for the Brumby in the US) managed closer to 100,000 units in North America over a nine-year stint from 1978 to 1987.
What are common Brumby problems?
CV (constant velocity) joints are the most common fault. Listen for clicking noises as you turn corners. Also, check the condition of the CV boots. Failing CV joints is not a reason not to purchase a particular vehicle but more of a heads up that it will need some money spent on it ASAP.
How much is the 2025 Subaru Baja going to cost?
There is no 2025 Subaru Baja because it was discontinued after the 2006 model year. The Subaru Baja was a truck-like vehicle, and prices for used models range from approximately $4,975 to $27,903. If you are interested in a new Subaru, the 2025 models include the Subaru Forester, with prices starting around $31,415, and other models such as the Impreza and Outback.
- No 2025 model: The Subaru Baja was discontinued after the 2006 model year.
- Used prices: Used Subaru Baja models can be found through sites like TrueCar, with prices ranging from about $4,975 to $27,903.
- New Subaru options: For new vehicle information, you can look at current Subaru models. For example, a 2025 Subaru Forester has a starting MSRP of $31,415, according to Edmunds.
Why was the Subaru Brumby discontinued?
Despite their enormous popularity in Australia, the local market was said to be too small to warrant their continued manufacture globally and, having first brought the Brumby to Australia in 1978, Subaru discontinued the iconic line in 1994.
