Verdict
B
BHP
228 bhp
0–60
7.4 s
Top speed
143 mph
MPG
18 mpg
Used
$6,000-$18,000
Strengths
- Giugiaro design ages superbly
- EG33 flat-six is unique
- Pricing rock-bottom on driver-quality cars
Weaknesses
- Automatic-only was commercial death
- Discontinued — Subaru parts can be slow
- Cabin tech is 90s
Notable tech
- Subaru CXW platform
- 4-speed automatic only (no manual ever)
- AWD
- Giugiaro-designed
- Window-within-window side glass
Common issues
- 4EAT automatic transmission wear
- EG33 head gasket failures (rarer than EJ25)
- Climate control issues
Used-market budget
$10,000
Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.