Subaru XT 4WD

19851991 · 24 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
21
Best
23

The Subaru XT 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 24 different configurations spanning model years 1985 through 1991. Over this period, the XT 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 23 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1991
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1991
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
1991
2.7L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150172319MPG
1991
2.7L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
1990
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1990
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
1990
2.7L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150172319MPG
1990
2.7L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
1989
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1989
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1989
2.7L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150172319MPG
1989
2.7L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
1988
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1988
2.7L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150172319MPG
1988
2.7L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000192220MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850192321MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700212522MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000192220MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700212522MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000192220MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000192220MPG

Historical Efficiency

1991
23
1990
23
1989
23
1988
23
1987
23
1986
22
1985
20

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (XT 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Subaru XT 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Subaru Subaru XT/XT6 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1
Total Deaths
2

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
0.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
0.0%
DUI Involved
0.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

0%
Front
0%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
2.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1989
1
1988
1
1985
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory