1988 Subaru XT
The 1988 Subaru XT is listed in 7 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.8 L 4-cyl and 2.7 L 6-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 25 MPG (best: 9.4 L/100 km).
Model year1988
Versions7
ClassSubcompact Cars, Two Seaters
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 21 / 28 / 24 | 9.8 | 370 | Subcompact Cars |
| XT | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 22 / 29 / 25 | 9.4 | 355 | Subcompact Cars |
| XT | 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18 / 26 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Subcompact Cars |
| XT 4WD | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 21 / 26 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Subcompact Cars |
| XT 4WD | 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17 / 23 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Subcompact Cars |
| XT 4WD | 2.7 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16 / 23 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Subcompact Cars |
| XT-DL | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 22 / 29 / 25 | 9.4 | 355 | Two Seaters |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1988 Subaru XT.