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Subaru Leone III 1800 Turbo 4WD (131 Hp)
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Subaru Leone:
The Subaru Leone is a compact car produced by the Japanese car manufacturer Subaru from 1971 to 1994. The word leone is Italian for lion.
It was released as a replacement for the Subaru 1000 and was the predecessor of the Subaru Impreza. All Leones were powered by the Subaru EA boxer engine. Most cars were equipped with optional four-wheel drive. At the time of its introduction, the Leone was Subaru's top model until 1989, when the larger Legacy was introduced.
Although released in Japan and some export markets as the Leone, for many years, this was the only vehicle sold internationally by Subaru where Subaru's smaller kei cars were not commonly sold. As a result, in major markets such as Australia, Europe and North America, it was instead identified with a trim level designation, some of which included: DL, GL, GLF, GLF5, GL-10, and RX. The car is thus often referred to simply as the Subaru GL or the Subaru L series....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Subaru Leone (III). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Subaru Leone III predates modern Euro NCAP testing standards, which began in 1997. Safety features were basic for its era, focusing on structural integrity rather than advanced occupant protection systems.
1800 Turbo 4WD (131 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A notable performance upgrade with the turbocharger, providing brisk acceleration and making it a more engaging drive, especially with the all-weather capability of 4WD.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy will be lower than naturally aspirated variants, particularly when the turbo is engaged, but offers a good power-to-economy ratio for a turbo of its time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and durable Boxer engines
- • Available Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (4WD) for superior traction
- • Practical and robust build quality
- • Good visibility from the driver's seat
- • Wide variety of engine options, including powerful turbo variants
Cons:
- • Dated interior and exterior styling by modern standards
- • Basic safety features compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Limited power on base models, impacting highway performance
- • Susceptible to rust in older models, especially in harsh climates
- • Not tested by Euro NCAP, lacking modern safety assessment
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Station Wagon: 1988 - 1990).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Leone |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1800 Turbo 4WD (131 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1990 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 131 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA82T More details about the engine EA82T |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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