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Subaru SVX Single Generation (CXW)

1992–1997 · CXW · coupe

The SVX was Subaru's grand-touring coupe with Giugiaro styling and the famous half-window glass design (lower section pops open, upper section is fixed). Power came from the EG33 3.3L flat-six (around 230 hp) driving a four-speed automatic (no manual was offered in the US). Sold from 1992 through 1997 in modest US numbers and now firmly a cult car.

Watch out: Owner reports of the 4EAT automatic transmission failing under heavy use (the most common reason these are off the road), aging EG33 head-gasket service, and rare/expensive parts (interior trim, the unique glass) when something breaks. Surviving examples often need full suspension refresh.

What your SVX takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Wiper blades22" driver · 20" passenger✓ VerifiedView
  • BatteryGroup 24 · 585 CCA min✓ VerifiedView
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