Subaru Justy first generation

The Subaru Justy first generation (1987–1994): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States.
Model codes: KAD · Sold in: United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 3,696–3,899 mm |
| Width | – | 1,534 mm |
| Height | – | 1,364 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,286 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 885 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 255–283 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,209–2,265 L EPA | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | – | 130–155 km/h |
| Torque | – | 76–99 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
48 complaints for model years 1988–1994. 4 crashes · 2 fires · 5 injuries · 2 deaths
- Seat belts 20
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 11 versions of the Subaru Justy first generation
United States 11 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990–1994(FFS), SIL · (FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 184 g/km |
| 1992–1994(FFS) (MPFI) · (FFS) | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1991–1993(FFS) (MPFI) · (FFS) (MPFI), CMODE · (FFS), CMODE | 1.2 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 184 g/km |
| 1992–1993(FFS) (MPFI), CMODE · (FFS), CMODE | 1.2 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Four- or all-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
| 1990–1991(FFS) (MPFI) | 1.2 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Four- or all-wheel drive | 27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 197–205 g/km |
| 1991(FFS) (MPFI) | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
| 1989–1990(FFS) · (FFS) (MPFI) | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
| 1990(FFS) (MPFI) | 1.2 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 184 g/km |
| 1989(FFS) | 1.2 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 184 g/km |
| 1987–1989(FFS), SIL | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 31–34 MPG (6.9–7.6 L/100 km) EPA | 162–178 g/km |
| 1988(FFS) | 1.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





