Segment:
Luxury Sports Coupe
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts seeking performance and unique styling
Key Competitors:
Mitsubishi 3000GT, Toyota Supra, Nissan 300ZX
Unique Selling Proposition:
Boxer-6 engine, symmetrical AWD, distinctive aircraft-inspired glass-to-glass canopy
Engine Management:
EFI system, ignition system, emissions control, engine mechanical
Transmission:
4-speed automatic transmission (4EAT)
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, differentials, drive shafts
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, struts, springs, bushings, steering
Brakes:
Front and rear disc brakes, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), hydraulic system
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, lighting, accessories, power windows, sunroof, instrumentation, ECU diagnostics
Bodywork:
Exterior body panels, doors, hood, trunk, glass, seals, interior trim
Scheduled Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, belt inspections
Engine Repair:
Engine overhaul, cylinder head removal/installation, piston/ring replacement, crankshaft/bearing service
Transmission Repair:
Transmission overhaul, valve body service, torque converter replacement
Brake Repair:
Brake pad/rotor replacement, caliper service, bleed procedures, ABS component replacement
Electrical Troubleshooting:
Diagnosis of electrical faults, wiring harness repair, component testing
Suspension Repair:
Strut replacement, bushing replacement, alignment procedures
Cooling System:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, coolant flush and fill
Fuel System:
Fuel pump, injectors, fuel filter, fuel tank service
Diagnostic Procedures:
OBD-I (On-Board Diagnostics) code reading, sensor testing, actuator testing
Component Rebuilding:
Complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of Subaru-specific special tools
Engine Type:
Naturally Aspirated, Flat-6 (Boxer)
Displacement:
3.3 Liters (3318 cc)
Horsepower Hp:
230 hp @ 5400 rpm (early models), 228 hp @ 5400 rpm (later models)
Torque Lb-Ft:
228 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm (early models), 224 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm (later models)
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Premium Gasoline (91 octane or higher)
Ignition System:
Distributorless Electronic Ignition (DEI) on later models, Distributor ignition on earlier models
Emissions Control:
Catalytic Converter, EGR system, EVAP system
NHTSA Frontal Impact Driver:
Not Rated / Not Available
IIHS Frontal Offset:
Acceptable (based on available data for similar era vehicles)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Not available as standard
Airbags:
Driver and passenger airbags
Seatbelts:
3-point front and rear seatbelts
Body Structure:
Reinforced chassis and crumple zones
Audio System:
Bose premium audio system with CD player and cassette deck (optional)
Climate Control:
Automatic climate control (optional on some trims)
Cruise Control:
Standard electronic cruise control
Sunroof:
Power sunroof (standard on most models)
Windows Mirrors:
Power windows, power mirrors, power door locks
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 3.75 months
Engine Air Filter:
Replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)
Spark Plugs:
Replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) (platinum tipped)
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 30 months
Engine Oil Type:
API SG/SH or higher, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
Engine Oil Capacity:
6.1 US quarts (5.8 Liters) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Subaru Genuine Coolant (or equivalent ethylene glycol based coolant with corrosion inhibitors)
Coolant Capacity:
8.1 US quarts (7.7 Liters)
Common Problems:
Oil leaks from rear crankshaft seal, automatic transmission shifting issues, radiator leaks, head gasket leaks (less common than FWD Subarus of the era), climate control system malfunctions, ABS sensor failures.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Recommended every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 4-5 years (critical for interference engine)
Brand Focus:
Subaru is renowned for its Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive systems and horizontally opposed Boxer engines.
Design Inspiration:
Designed by Andreas Zane, featuring a unique glass-to-glass canopy and aircraft cockpit-inspired interior.
Production Period:
Introduced in 1991 for the 1992 model year, production ceased in 1997.
Trim Levels:
LS, RS (different markets/years)
Manufacturing Location:
Gunma Manufacturing Plant, Japan
Total Production Numbers:
Approximately 11,977 units worldwide
