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1998 Subaru Legacy Sedan 4dr GT Limited Auto 2.5L BY Equip

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Subaru Legacy Sedan 4dr GT Limited Auto 2.5L BY Equip
Subaru Legacy Sedan 4dr GT Limited Auto 2.5L BY Equip
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$24,895
Base Invoice:
$22,314
Destination:
$495
Engine/Fuel:
2.5L/150 Gas Flat 4 Cyl
Transmission:
4 Speed Automatic w/OD
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Sedan
Drive Type:
All Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
21/26

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Compact
Engine
Engine Order Code :
Engine Type : Gas Flat 4 Cyl
Displacement : 2.5L/150
Fuel System : SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 165 @ 5600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 162 @ 4000
Transmission
Drivetrain : All Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code :
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again :
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 3.03
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.62
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.69
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.27
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 4.44
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 26
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 490
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 85
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 6.3
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3165
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 2000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 165
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) :
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) :
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear : Strut-Type
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Lower L-Arms
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Parallel Links
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 32
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 32
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.79
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.63
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4 Channel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.7 x 0.94
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.3 x 0.39
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) :
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) :
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : 205/55R16
Rear Tire Size : 205/55R16
Spare Tire Size : T135/70D16
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 6.5
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 6.5
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 4
Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material :
Steering
Steering Type : Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 16.5
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 3.2
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 34.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : 37.4
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 15.9
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 103.5
Length, Overall (in) : 181.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 67.5
Height, Overall (in) : 55.7
Tread Width, Front (in) : 57.5
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 57.3
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 6.5
Liftover Height (in) : 24.4
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 12.6
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 5
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 92.1
Front Head Room (in) : 37.2
Front Leg Room (in) : 43.3
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 54.1
Front Hip Room (in) : 52.4
Second Head Room (in) : 36.5
Second Leg Room (in) : 34.6
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 53.6
Second Hip Room (in) : 52.2
Summary
Vehicle Name : Legacy Sedan
Body Style : 4 Door Sedan

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 21/hwy 26 (2.5L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Body-color 5-mph impact bumpers
2-way pwr moonroof w/sunshade
Body-color ground effects
Rear spoiler
Hood scoop
"Limited" badging
Gold badging
Wide multi-reflector halogen fog lights
Pwr remote mirrors
Custom tailpipe cover
INTERIOR
Reclining front bucket seats w/height-adjustable headrests
Driver seat height-adjuster & lumbar support
60/40 split fold-down rear seat w/lockable trunk-through
Soft grain leather interior/seat trim
Rear seat folding center armrest
Rear seat outboard headrests
Pwr windows w/driver one-touch down feature
Pwr door locks
Headlights off via ignition off
Tinted UV resistant glass
Leather-wrapped steering wheel/transmission knob
Cruise control
Air conditioning
80-watt ETR AM/FM stereo w/cassette, CD, weatherband combination
Upgraded speaker system w/6-speakers
Tweeter kit
Pwr antenna
Lighter & ashtray
Illuminated visor
Simulated woodgrain interior trim
Woodgrain radio bezel
Overhead maplights
MECHANICAL
2.5L (150) DOHC 4-cyl horizontally opposed "BOXER" engine
4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission
All wheel drive
Sport-tuned 4-wheel fully independent suspension
205/55R16 89H all-season SBR tires
16" alloy wheels
Variable pwr assist rack & pinion steering
4-wheel disc brakes
4-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
SAFETY
4-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Driver & front passenger air bags
3-point front seat belts w/adjustable shoulder belt anchors
Body-color 5-mph impact bumpers
Side-impact door beams
Impact-collapsible steering column
Child safety rear door locks

Options

NO OPTION KIND
** VARIOUS ADDITIONAL PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS MAY BE AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA - SEE YOUR AREA DEALER FOR A COMPLETE LIST ** STANDARAD
SECURITY GROUP -inc: remote keyless entry, security system upgrade *NET* $350
CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: remote keyless entry, rear cup holder *GROSS* $265
WO1 CONVENIENCE GROUP SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
KEYLESS ENTRY (PIO) $225
SECURITY SYSTEM UPGRADE (PIO) $125
FRONT/REAR CARPETED FLOOR COVERS (PIO) $74
CD AUTOCHANGER W/MULTI PURPOSE TRAY (PIO) $497
SUBWOOFER/AMPLIFIER (PIO) $310
ROOF VISOR (PIO) $135
MOON ROOF AIR DEFLECTOR (PIO) $60
HOOD DEFLECTOR (PIO) $65
REAR DIFFERENTIAL PROTECTOR (PIO) $159
WHEEL LOCKS (PIO) $34
REAR CUPHOLDER (PIO) $40
ASH TRAY LINER (PIO) $17
DUAL PWR OUTLET SOCKET (PIO) $88
TRUNK NET (PIO) $36
TRUNK CARPET (PIO) $54
Paint Type
STANDARD PAINT STANDARAD
Regional Dest Chrg Adj
SUBARU OF AMERICA NATIONAL DESTINATION CHARGE ADJUSTMENT -inc: continental national region, New England region STANDARAD
SUBARU OF AMERICA ALASKA DESTINATION CHARGE ADJUSTMENT -inc: additional destination charge for Alaska $190
SUBARU DISTRIBUTOR CORPORATION DESTINATION CHARGE ADJUSTMENT -inc: additional destination charge for New York & northern New Jersey $4

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Drivetrain:
5 Years/60,000 Miles

Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited Miles
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
99V40

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
221,987

Summary:
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles equipped with anti-lock braking system, in extremely cold weather, the brake master cylinder seals can fail. If this occurs, the brake pedal can go to the floor during application, increasing the brake stopping distance.

Remedy:
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. Owner notification is expected to begin during April 1999. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

Dates of Manufacture:
April 1997 - March 1999
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * Passenger: * * * *

Side crash ratings:
Driver: * * * Rear Passenger: No Data

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.