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1998 Subaru Forester S

JF1SF6555WG708376
2.5L H4 SOHC 16V
Engine
4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
AWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
JAPAN
Built in
No factory image on file
1998 Subaru Forester

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID JF1 Subaru · Asia · Japan
VDS · Descriptor SF655 Forester S
VIS · Vehicle ID 5WG708376 1998 · Serial 708376

Basic Information

MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year1998
TrimS
Body StyleSPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerSubaru
CountryJAPAN

Engine & Performance

Engine2.5L H4 SOHC 16V
Transmission4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeAWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeG
Serial Number708376

Basic Information

Model Year 1998
Make Subaru
Model Forester
Trim Level S

Engine & Performance

Displacement 2.5L/150
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 162 @ 4000
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 165 @ 5600
Fuel System SFI
Engine Type 2.5L H4 SOHC 16V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 4A OD
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline AWD
4WD/AWD Standard

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 3120
Curb Weight-manual 3040
Overall Length 175.20
Overall Width 68.30
Overall Height 65.00
Wheelbase 99.40
Standard Seating 5
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 2000
Height, Overall (in) 62.8
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 68.3
Wheelbase (in) 99.4

Color Options

Interior Trim
Exterior Color

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 15.90
Fuel Economy-city 21
Fuel Economy-highway 26 - 27
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 27

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type
Child Safety Door Locks Standard
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in JAPAN
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Turning Diameter 38.30
Tires 215/60R16
Front Headroom 40.60
Rear Headroom 39.60
Front Legroom 43.00
Rear Legroom 33.40
Front Shoulder Room 53.30
Rear Shoulder Room 53.60
Ground Clearance 7.50
Track Front 57.90
Track Rear 57.10
Passenger Volume 95.10
Cargo Volume 33.20
Standard GVWR 4110
Maximum GVWR 4110
MSRP $22,195
Dealer Invoice $19,925
Tachometer Standard
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Front Tire Size 215/60HR16
Rear Tire Size 215/60HR16
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5

Pattern Information

PatternJF1SF655 W
WMI JF1 (Japan, Asia)