Subaru XT

19851991 · 26 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
23
Best
25

The Subaru XT has been tested by the EPA across 26 different configurations spanning model years 1985 through 1991. Over this period, the XT has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 25 MPG, with an overall average of 23 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 Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1991
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1991
2.7L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1990
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1990
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1990
2.7L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1989
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
1989
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1989
2.7L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1988
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212824MPG
1988
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1988
2.7L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212423MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000192220MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192722MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212823MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850202321MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212423MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500222824MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850202421MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG

Historical Efficiency

1991
25
1990
25
1989
23
1988
25
1987
25
1986
25
1985
25

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (XT) 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. 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

1990
1
1989
1
1988
1
1985
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory