Subaru L-Series
The Subaru L-Series is a coupe, wagon, sedan and hatchback model, produced 1979–1993, spanning 8 generations with 39 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the L-serie Coupé (1986-1993), XT (1986-1992), L-serie Estate (1985-1993) and L-serie (1985-1993). Body styles across the L-Series lineage span coupe, wagon, sedan and hatchback, reflecting different market positions throughout production. The L-serie (1985-1993) generation is the most extensively documented, with 8 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.
Choose your L-Series generation.
How many generations does the Subaru L-Series have?
The Subaru L-Series has 8 generations with 39 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.
What years was the Subaru L-Series produced?
The Subaru L-Series has been produced 1979–1993. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.
What body type is the Subaru L-Series?
The Subaru L-Series is available as Coupe, Wagon, Sedan, Hatchback. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
L-serie Coupé (1986-1993)
XT (1986-1992)
L-serie Estate (1985-1993)
L-serie (1985-1993)
L-serie (1981-1986)
L-serie Combi (1979-1986)
L-serie (1979-1986)
L-serie Hardtop (1979-1986)
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€5,871
- Fuel / energy€10,500
- Insurance€3,750
- Maintenance€3,000
- Road tax€1,600
Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.
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How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-serie (1979-1986)1979–1986 | 71 hp | 15.5 s | 7 | €8k–€13k | ★ 3.3 |
| L-serie (1985-1993)1985–1993 | 81 hp | 11.9 s | 8 | €9k–€16k | ★ 3.4 |