Used Subaru R1 Review

Used Subaru R1

The Subaru R1 was introduced in 2005 by the Japanese car manufacturer Subaru. The R1 was designed to fit in the Kei car tax bracket. The Kei car means the light automobile or, referred to outside Japan as a Japanese city car, ultra-mini and similar names.  It is the smallest highway-legal passenger car available in the Japanese vehicle categories. Additionally, it is very environmentally friendly as it is rated as an ultra-low emission vehicle. 
The Subaru R1 is the two-door variant of the Subaru R2. It also has a shorter body and wheelbase. Subaru R1 was in production till 2010, now it is only available used. However, a used Subaru R1 is sought after by people looking for a compact car for crowded city streets or as the second car of a small family. So, if you’re looking for a used Subaru R1 for sale, then this overview will give you a good idea if this mini-car is right for you. 

Used Subaru R1 Review

The Subaru R1 is a mini car with an aesthetically pleasing package with great fuel efficiency, safety, and a functional interior. A used Subaru R1 is an increasingly popular choice for people looking for two-door mini-cars. In addition, the compact design with spacious interior makes it ideal for densely populated cities with loads of traffic congestion. The used Subaru R1 review looks at the exterior, interior, safety features, and even under the hood to give you an idea if the car is right for you. 


The Subaru R1 at a glance:

A lot of people describe the Subaru R1 at a glance as anything from cute to ugly. But, lending credence to the old saying, beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder. The R1 has an egg-shaped aesthetic which sits on top of 15-inch rims. Drop-shaped xenon headlights with front fog lights and aviation-inspired front grille greet the user. The front shape can be decisive in terms of aesthetics for people looking for a used Subaru R1. The rear end is tinted, and tailgate lights have a crystal-like pattern. Used Subaru R1 for sale is usually available in one of eleven different colors. 


An inside look at the Subaru R1:

The interior is spacious, considering how compact the car appears from the outside. The seats are available in fabric only and are comfortable. The rear has the option of seating with four seatbelts in total which makes it a four-seater technically. 

The dashboard and controls are mainly made of hard plastics but feel well made. The aesthetic is mostly dominated by dark grey with red trimmings mostly centered around the instruments and control. Ease of accessibility is there, and the controls are simple and non-touchscreen, thus making it much easier to familiarize oneself with. The entertainment system is a mini-disk/CD player.

The boot space is pretty small but can be expanded by folding the rear seats. The boot space can be expanded further by completely folding the passenger front seat. The low boot space may be something that may make a used Subaru R1 not ideal for some people.

Under the hood of a Subaru R1:

The Subaru R1 used a 658 cc Subaru EN engine. The engine was available in three variants. So, your used Subaru R1 could be one of the three. The versions are as follows:

  •  The I variant was with the EN07U SOHC 34 kW engine, which could produce 46 horsepower.
  • The R variant was with the EN07D DOHC  47 kW engine, which could produce 54 horsepower.
  • The STi was with an EN07X supercharged and intercooler 47 kW engine, which could produce 63 horsepower. 

Additionally, all used Subaru R1 will have CVT, and all variants are available with either front-wheel drive as well as four-wheel drive. 
 Safety Features in a Subaru R1:
Subaru, like all Japanese car manufactures, puts a lot of attention on safety, even on small cars like the R1. The front and back seats both have seat belts with pre-tensioners. Airbags at the front are also standard. Furthermore, the Subaru R1 features an emergency brake assist system, EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution), and ABS (Anti-lock braking system). An ISO FIX child seat tether is also present. 

The price of a used Subaru R1:

A used Subaru R1 price will vary depending on the exact variant, year of manufacturing, and the overall distance it has traveled before the sale. Furthermore, local custom duty and taxes may also impact a used Subaru R1 price. As a result, the price of a used Subaru R1 for sale can vary between 2500 USD to 10000 USD. 

FAQs 

Q. How many variants are available for a used Subaru R1?

The variants available are as follows:

  • The I variant was with the EN07U SOHC 34 kW engine, which could produce 46 horsepower.
  •  The R variant was with the EN07D DOHC  47 kW engine, which could produce 54 horsepower.
  • The STi was with an EN07X supercharged and intercooler 47 kW engine, which could produce 63 horsepower. 

Q. What is the average mileage of a Subaru R1?

The Subaru R1 gives an average mileage of 100km per five liters. However, the mileage may vary depending on the traffic conditions in your city. 

Q. What is the engine capacity?

The Subaru R1 has a 658 cc Subaru EN engine.

Q. What is the fuel tank capacity?

The fuel tank can hold up to 40L of fuel or 10.6 US gallons.


Q. What are the pros and cons of a Subaru R1?

Pros:

  •  Subaru R1’s compact design makes it ideal for the city streets.
  •  High fuel economy makes it a very cost-effective car.

Cons:

  • The boot space is negligible and only becomes somewhat usable if the rear seats are folded. This setting makes the Subaru R1 not ideal if you have to haul any kind of luggage. 

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