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Subaru XT Coupe 1.8 (97 Hp)
Overall Rating
Subaru XT:
The Subaru XT is a 2+2 car manufactured and marketed by Subaru from 1985 till 1991, with a facelift in 1987. It is a two-door coupé with a front-mounted engine and either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. When the XT debuted, it was the most aerodynamic car in the US market.
Marketed as the Alcyone in Japan; as the Vortex in Australia and New Zealand; and as the XT or XT6 in North America and Europe, all XT cars were assembled at Subaru's Yajima Plant in Ota, Japan. Over its single generation, production reached just over 98,000....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe Overview:
Subaru XT (Coupe). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1114 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 1985 Subaru XT Coupe predates modern Euro NCAP testing standards, which began in 1997. Safety features were rudimentary by today's measures, focusing on basic structural integrity and seatbelts rather than advanced passive or active systems.
1.8 (97 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for daily commuting and relaxed driving, but lacks the punch and excitement of the turbocharged variants.
Fuel Economy
Likely offers better fuel economy than the turbo models, making it a more economical choice for city driving and budget-conscious owners.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive, aerodynamic wedge styling
- • Advanced features for its era (e.g., 4WD, optional air suspension, digital dash)
- • Engaging boxer engine sound and character across the lineup
- • Good performance from turbocharged and 2.7L variants
- • Excellent all-weather capability with Subaru's 4WD system
Cons:
- • Dated interior ergonomics and materials by modern standards
- • Limited rear passenger space due to coupe design
- • Parts availability can be challenging for some specific components due to age and rarity
- • Fuel economy can be high on turbo/2.7L models, especially with spirited driving
- • Air suspension system can be costly to maintain or repair if issues arise
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | XT |
| Generation: | Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (97 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1985 |
| End of production: | 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 97 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 54.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA 82 |
| Engine displacement: | 1782 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 67 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 87.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1114 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 315 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4450 mm mm |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm |
| Height: | 1290 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2465 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1435 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1425 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm, Coil spring |
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