One of the best known boxer engine cars is the Subaru Impreza STI. This version of the 1997 Impreza WRC car featured a boxer engine. It featured a 2.2-litre flat four with 276bhp and a close-ratio gearbox, as well as a quicker steering rack. Peter Stevens was responsible for the car’s body and its giant adjustable rear wing. The car also featured Bilstein suspension and Brembo brakes.

As with any car design, there are advantages and disadvantages to the Boxer engine. Because boxer engines are so complex, they require larger cylinder bores and strokes, which complicate the engine compartment. Additionally, a horizontal cylinder arrangement can cause cylinder wear and leaks in head gaskets. Hence, boxer engines are often difficult to design for cars. Although these disadvantages have led to the extinction of the boxer engine, some manufacturers have chosen to continue using the design.

 

Subaru has always had boxer engines, and is the only car company in the world that exclusively builds box-shaped vehicles. Although Porsche never used boxer engines, it uses flat-six engines in its 911. The 718 Boxster, Cayman, and Spyder have four cylinders. Engineers at Subaru have adapted boxer engines to the Model 1000, which first appeared in Japan in 1966. Its performance is exemplary and reflects the dedication of the engineers.

The low center of gravity of boxer engines makes them safer in frontal collisions. As a result, they slide beneath the car’s chassis, preventing any serious damage. But this doesn’t mean the engine is completely maintenance free – it’s still very complex and can be difficult to service. Boxer engines are also harder to repair compared to their upright counterparts. As a result, they’re pricier to purchase than their counterparts.

Subaru also makes several models with boxer engines. All models of the popular Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek use the boxer engine. Subaru’s flagship Impreza uses a boxer engine, as do Subaru’s Legacy and BRZ models. Subaru is one of the few car companies with this engine, but it’s not a common feature in its vehicles. If you want a boxer engine, consider a Subaru WRX STI. This turbocharged four-cylinder delivers 305 horsepower and sprints from zero to 60 in 4.7 seconds.

Subaru uses boxer engines in its entire lineup. The Subaru WRX 2.0-liter boxer engine has won the Wards 10 Best Engines award for the second year in a row. It has been using boxer engines in its cars since 1966 and has stated it will continue to do so. The company’s dedication to the powertrain has three reasons. They want their cars to feel like they belong in the same family. You’ll be happy with it, too.

Another benefit of boxer engine cars is their low centre of gravity. Because the pistons are so close together, there is less vibration and fewer chances of engine injury in a frontal collision. Subaru will continue to use the boxer engine in their hybrid powertrains and all-wheel-drive vehicles, and this might change as all-electric cars become more popular. But for now, it’s important to note that the boxer engine is a reliable and powerful engine.

Because of their low-profile front engine, the Subaru ‘Boxer’ engine can help you save your life in a crash. Because the engine is low in the car, it cancels out vibration and does not require balance shafts. It also fits low in the car, keeping the center of gravity low, which keeps the front occupants safe. And the less parts the engine has, the more reliable it will be. This is also one of the reasons why they’re such a popular choice for Subaru drivers.

Subaru is another carmaker with a new model in the works. This brand of boxer-engine cars is known for displaying unique concepts that are not common in mainstream cars. It first debuted at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show and entered commercial production for the 2016 model year. The Levorg is an AWD wagon with a 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol boxer engine. Those who have driven one of the Subaru Levorg cars will know how smooth the car drives.

While many people believe the first boxer engine car was a Beetle, the fact remains that the boxer was first used in a Porsche. Ferry Porsche installed a flat-six boxer engine in his 19356-001 Beetle. This paved the way for the first 911. Subaru was a few years behind and used the boxer engine in their FF-1. It had a 61-horsepower engine and lb-ft of torque. Unlike the Subaru FF-1, the Type 1 Beetle had a water-cooled boxer engine.