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1988 Subaru

Hatchback

Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L

Subaru Hatchback: best and worst years
1988 Subaru Hatchback (photo 1 of 4)

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PhotoJOHN LLOYD from Sedro Woolley, Washington, United States;cropped, detail improvements by uploader Mr.choppersCC BY 2.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Subcompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026
Transmission
Manual 5-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026
MPG City
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026
MPG Comb
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,700EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/15/2026

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

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