Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Small
Production years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Subaru tried to enter the small-segment market with the Justy, but its expertise in that area was not only limited but also ineffective. Thus, after a call to Suzuki, they cut a deal, and Subaru got a re-badged facelifted Swift wearing its badge.
Suzuki had vast experience in building small cars. It didn't know or care to make anything larger than the compact segment. The Swift was such a successful model that it was also sold in Australia, badged as Holden Barina, or Geo Metro in the U.S.
Subaru sold the car in a three- or five-doors configuration. Since it was a badge-engineered model, it kept the main components but placed new ones that could reflect its brand image. Thus, the front fascia sported a lower grille in the apron that resembled other Subaru models. Its narrow upper grille was split in three with two vertical slats, and the blue oval badge with stars took center stage. The five-door version featured a third window behind the rear doors.
Inside, it was a refreshed Suzuki with a flat dashboard and a slightly rounded instrument cluster. The main difference was the badge on the steering wheel. Its front, low-mounted seats were flat without the usual bolstering from the bigger Impreza. Depending on the trim level, the Justy offered four power windows and an AC unit.
Under the hood, Subaru opted for an inline-four, 1.3-liter engine built by Suzuki. It paired it with a five-speed manual. Power went at the front or in all corners via an all-wheel-drive system.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 5MT (68 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1298 cm3 |
Power: | 50 KW @ 6000 RPM 68 HP @ 6000 RPM 67 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 73 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 99 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 9.8 gallons (37.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 96.3 mph (155 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 165/70/R13 S |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 1512 in (38405 mm) |
Width: | 62.6 in (1590 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.5/54.3 in (1,359/1,379 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.9 in (2360 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.7 in (170 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.8 cuFT (249 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1962.1 lbs (890 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2954.2 lbs (1340 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 27.3 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 165 g/km |