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1995 Subaru SVX

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 SVX.

Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1995 Subaru SVX comes with a 6.5‑quart oil capacity using 5W‑30 API oil, an automatic four‑speed transmission, and EPA ratings of 15 city / 23 highway / 18 combined mpg. Owner reports total 22 complaints, with the power‑train cited as the top concern, and the model has zero recalls. Compared with the model’s complaint history from 1990‑1997 — where 1992 peaked at 245 complaints and 1997 fell to just 2 — the 1995 year sits well below the peak and near the lower end, indicating relatively stronger reliability for this model year.

Model year1995199419931992

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque74-89 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy15/23/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24 · 585 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 24 · 585 CCAOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.3 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height51.2 in
Wheelbase102.8 in
Curb weight3580 lb
Track (front / rear)59.1 / 58.3 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 23 / 18 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume85 cu ft
Cargo volume8 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the SVX of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.6–8.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.60 sec — 1992 LS Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1992LS Coupe 3.3L F-67.60 sec15.70 sec230 hpAWD
1992LS Coupe 3.3L F-68.00 sec16.00 sec230 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6.5 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, 75W-90 · 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 74-89 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-6-3-2-5-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · 80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.5 Pints
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity6.5 qt
Power Steering FluidATF
Transfer Case Fluid80W-90 · GL-5

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs3-4 ft-lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings33 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts51-55 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts17-20 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts25-33 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs4-5 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts74-89 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug17.0-20.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug17.0-20 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-6-3-2-5-4
Spark Plug ManufacturerChampion
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13-17 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerNGK
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13.5-17.0 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing20 degrees

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil GroupPAG
Standard BCI Group Number24
Standard BCI Cranking Performance585 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test13 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief13 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature173 °F
Engine Oil Pressure14 psi @ 600-700 rpm, 43 psi @ 5000 rpm psi
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in
Exhaust Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket25-33 ft-lbs / 12-17 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle58 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.295; Rear: 0.256 specification
Rotor Runout Limit0.0029 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.102 in / 0.394 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.102 in / 0.394 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.024 in / 0.335 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 3,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi.

At 3,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Clutch Assembly (inspect) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System (leak inspection) · Hill Holder System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Breather Filter (replace) · Fuel Filter (replace)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Wheel Bearing (inspect)
At 105,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Engine Valves (inspect valve lash)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The federal record for the Subaru SVX generation shows a volatile complaint trend, characterized by a significant peak of 245 complaints in 1992 followed by a general decline. The 1995 model year falls within this downward arc, reporting 22 complaints, which is lower than the 29 reported in 1994 but higher than the single-digit figures seen in 1996 and 1997. Of the 1995 complaints, 16 are attributed to the Power Train, while others involve Air Bags, Service Brakes, and an unspecified category; the data does not specify the root causes of these issues. There were zero recalls or investigations for the 1995 model, and Technical Service Bulletins remained consistent with the rest of the generation at 10. Given the absence of recalls and a complaint volume significantly lower than the 1992 peak, this is a good year to buy.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
10
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
22
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’90’92’93’94’95’96’97

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 22 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Power Train16
Air Bags2
Unknown Or Other1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Service Brakes, Electric1
Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 10 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
15-302-222022-08-23EquipmentThis bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as…
01-167-08R2022-08-23EquipmentThis bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the…
15-192-22R2022-03-18Electrical SystemThis bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential…
01-167-08R2021-06-17Electrical SystemThis bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the…
09-51-08R2021-06-07EquipmentThis bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1995 SVX take?

6.5 qt of 5W-30 API SM, per the factory manual.

Does the 1995 SVX have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the SVX get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 23 highway / 18 combined mpg.