Verdict
B
BHP
240 bhp
0–60
7.3 s
Top speed
144 mph
MPG
17 mpg (US)
Used
$7,600-$19,000
Strengths
- Giugiaro-styled split-window doors are iconic
- EG33 3.3 flat-six smooth and unique
- Permanent AWD with VTD electronic centre diff
Weaknesses
- 4EAT auto failure is the buying risk
- No manual ever offered
- 20 mpg real-world
Notable tech
- One-and-only Subaru SVX
- Giugiaro-styled coupe
- Window-in-window split-glass doors
- EG33 3.3 NA flat-six
- AWD with VTD electronic centre diff
- 4EAT four-speed auto only
- Production ended 1997, no successor
Common issues
- 4EAT transmission failure
- EG33 head gasket
- Window-in-window seal leaks
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across SVX's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
3.3 H6 NA EG33
BHP240
Torque309 Nm
0–607.3 s
Top144 mph
MPG (US)17 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox4EAT