Under the Hood

A 2.5-liter horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine sends 165 horsepower to a standard five-speed-manual or optional four-speed-automatic transmission. Every Subaru vehicle has all-wheel drive, but the 2.5 GT equipped with a Sportshift automatic transmission uses Variable Torque Distribution all-wheel drive.

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    Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
    • Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. • Always properly maintain the engine ...

    Electronic parking brake
    1) Parking brake switch 2) Hill Holder switch 3) Indicator light WARNING ● Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that you turn off the engine. Otherwise, the parking brake may be release ...

    Engine overheating
    WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has fully cooled down. When the engine is hot, the coolant is under pressure. Removing the cap while the en ...