Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4
Subaru Legacy 1998 2.5 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4 has been produced from December, 1998 to February, 2002. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 156 horsepower on 5600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Subaru Legacy 1998 - 2002 version and torque 223 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Subaru Legacy 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 203 km/h.
Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4 fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Subaru Legacy 1998 - 2002 versions, city fuel economy - 13.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Subaru is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Subaru Legacy fuel consumption.
Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4 technical data
| Model: | Subaru Legacy Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 1998. December ... 2002. February | ||
| Engine: | 2457 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 227 g/km |
| Power: | 156 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 223 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 203 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.7 (combined) 13.4 (urban) 7.6 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.7 l/100km (24.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.68m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.52m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 528 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1646 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1980 kg | ||
Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4 engine EJ25D
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 2457 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 99.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 79 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 6.8 litres (7.2 quarts) |
| Power | 155 - 165 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 - 220 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1994 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
Most often compared to
All Subaru Legacy estate car [1998 - 2002] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.0 AWD 4x4
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.0 AWD Automatic 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 156 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Subaru Legacy 1998 Touring Wagon 2.5 AWD Automatic 4x4
Most powerfull version (156 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 156 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |