1990 Subaru Loyale
US · Compact Cars
The 1990 Subaru Loyale is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) (SPFI), 1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) (SPFI), 1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) | |
| Displacement | 1.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
12 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 1.8L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 1.8L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- 1.8L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- Loyale 4WD · 1.8L · AWD · 3-speed automatic
- Loyale 4WD · 1.8L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Loyale 4WD Turbo · 1.8L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Loyale Wagon · 1.8L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- Loyale Wagon · 1.8L · FWD · 3-speed automatic
- Loyale Wagon · 1.8L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- Loyale Wagon 4WD · 1.8L · AWD · 3-speed automatic
- Loyale Wagon 4WD · 1.8L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Loyale Wagon 4WD Turbo · 1.8L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
95V103006: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING…
Reported May 24, 1995. View on NHTSA
94V052000: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
WHEN THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN CONTINUOUSLY UNDER EXTREMELY COLD TEMPERATURES (-22 DEGREES F.) AND HIGH HUMIDITY WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE TRANSMISSION BREATHING (AIR) VENT CAN BE BLOCKED DUE TO MOISTURE FREEZING AT THE OIL LEVEL GAUGE. IF THIS OCCURS, PRESSURE INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION CASE WILL INCREASE AND PUSH OUT THE REAR OIL SEAL, CAUSING TRANSMISSION OIL LEAKAGE. THE LACK OF LUBRICATION CAN BURN…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE OIL GAUGE PIPE AND MODIFY THE OIL LEVEL GAUGE (DIPSTICK) OR REPLACE IT, DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF DIPSTICK IN THE VEHICLE.
Reported March 23, 1994. View on NHTSA
91V091000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION SHIFT LINKAGE MAY BE INCORRECTLY ADJUSTED AND WOULD NOT BE ENGAGED IN A FULL PARK POSITION WHEN PLACED IN PARK.
Remedy: REPAIR THE TRANSMISSION PARK MECHANISM.
Reported June 11, 1991. View on NHTSA
91V082000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
UNDER CERTAIN LOAD CONDITIONS, THE PARK GEAR MAY NOT DISENGAGE IMMEDIATELY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION LEVER IS MOVED FROM PARK TO REVERSE.
Remedy: INSTALL A MODIFIED PARKING BRAKE PAWL TO PREVENT DELAYED RELEASE INTO REVERSE GEAR.
Reported May 30, 1991. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 21, 2026
Data verified: October 21, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1991 Subaru Loyale
Gasoline
1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (SPFI)) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1990 Subaru Loyale have?
Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (SPFI)), 1.8L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1990 Subaru Loyale?
Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1990 Subaru Loyale front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1990 Subaru Loyale?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.