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Subaru Liberty 1996
The 1996 Subaru Liberty carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1200 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Subaru Liberty is also known as the Isuzu Aska (first generation only) and the Legacy in markets outside Australia.
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Subaru Liberty 1996 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1996 Subaru Liberty will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Subaru Liberty vary from 14x5.5 inches to 15x6 inches.
| Subaru Liberty Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Sedan | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| GX | Sedan | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| LX (awd) | Sedan | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| GX (awd) | Sedan | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| Summer FX | Wagon | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| LX | Wagon | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| LX (awd) | Wagon | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| GX (awd) | Wagon | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
Subaru Liberty 1996 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Subaru Liberty 1996 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Known issues with the four-speed automatic transmission in the 1996 Subaru Liberty wagon
Any vehicle of this age has to be approached on an individual basis. It’s likely to have covered a lot of kilometres by now, so any major (or minor) component could be well past its best.
Any Subaru transmission that doesn’t shift properly or is slow to engage a gear or shudders under acceleration needs to be either investigated further or avoided completely. Don’t forget that the Liberty was all-wheel-drive, so that places extra strain on the transmission as well as making for a more complex arrangement if it does need to be repaired or replaced.
In high-performance Subarus (such as the WRX) the transmission was something of a fuse if the driver got a bit over-enthusiastic, but in models like the Liberty, the four-speed automatic was a sound unit. When test driving the vehicle, make sure there are no thumps or vibrations when the gearbox shifts down, and try to shift gears manually. The gearbox should respond instantly to manual input, without any hesitation or noise.
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Subaru Liberty 1996 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Subaru Liberty Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GX | Sedan | 2.2L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,960 | $5,830 | |
| GX | Sedan | 2.2L ULP 5 SP MAN | $3,740 | $5,500 | |
| GX (awd) | Sedan | 2.2L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,070 | $5,940 | |
| GX (awd) | Sedan | 2.2L ULP 5 SP MAN | $3,850 | $5,610 | |
| Enduro | Wagon | 2.2L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,950 | $7,260 | |
| GX (awd) | Wagon | 2.2L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,290 | $6,380 | |
| GX (awd) | Wagon | 2.2L ULP 5 SP MAN | $4,070 | $5,940 | |
| GX Ski-FX | Wagon | 2.2L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,290 | $6,380 | |
Subaru Liberty 1996 Towing capacity
The Subaru Liberty has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Subaru Liberty Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Sedan | 2.2L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| LX | Sedan | 2.2L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
| GX | Sedan | 2.2L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| LX (awd) | Sedan | 2.2L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| Summer FX | Wagon | 2.2L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| Summer FX | Wagon | 2.2L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
| LX | Wagon | 2.2L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
| LX | Wagon | 2.2L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
Subaru Liberty 1996 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1996 Subaru Liberty are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1695mm x 1490mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Subaru Liberty Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Sedan | 1405x1695x4605 mm | 160 mm | |
| GX | Sedan | 1405x1695x4605 mm | 160 mm | |
| LX (awd) | Sedan | 1405x1695x4595 mm | 160 mm | |
| GX (awd) | Sedan | 1405x1695x4605 mm | 160 mm | |
| Summer FX | Wagon | 1490x1695x4670 mm | 165 mm | |
| LX | Wagon | 1490x1695x4680 mm | 165 mm | |
| LX (awd) | Wagon | 1460x1695x4680 mm | 165 mm | |
| LX (awd) | Wagon | 1490x1695x4680 mm | 165 mm | |
Subaru Liberty 1996 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1996 Subaru Liberty is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Subaru Liberty currently offers fuel consumption from 7.1 to 9L/100km. The Subaru Liberty is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
| Subaru Liberty Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GX | Sedan | 2.2L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 8.7L/100km | |
| GX | Sedan | 2.2L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 9L/100km | |
| Enduro | Wagon | 2.2L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 9L/100km | |
| GX (awd) | Wagon | 2.2L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 9L/100km | |