Subaru Alcyone XT Turbo
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Alcyone XT Turbo

1985-1991AWD
135 hp
0-100 in 9.0s
๐Ÿ“– Buyer's Guide

About the Subaru Alcyone XT Turbo

The Subaru Alcyone XT Turbo is one of the cornerstone Japanese performance cars of its era. It's the kind of build that earned the JDM scene its global reputation.

HOW DOES IT SCORE?

Reliability62/100
Economy55/100
Insurance Cost38/100
Import Price42/100
Maintenance62/100
Practicality58/100
Parts Availability28/100

Maintenance & Reliability

Wrenching Headache Rating
7/10 ยท Heavy Wrenching

ER27 flat-four turbo โ€” period electronics and rare parts.

Technical Specs

Engine

1.8L Turbo Flat-4 (EA82T)

Drivetrain

AWD

Horsepower

135 hp

Torque

200 Nm

Weight

1230 kg

0-100 km/t

9.0s

Production Years

1985-1991

Investment Grade

C+

MARKET ANALYSIS ๐Ÿ“ˆ

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USD

$26,078

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ โ‚ฌ23,925

๐Ÿ“… Last 12 monthsโ†’ 0%
๐Ÿ“† Last 5 yearsโ–ฒ +14%

Price history

$22,876
2021
$23,676
2022
$24,477
2023
$25,278
2024
$26,078
2025
$26,078
2026
C

Investment Grade ยท Accessible

The Subaru Alcyone XT Turbo (1985-1991) currently represents an accessible entry point into JDM ownership. Owners benefit from bulletproof reliability (62/10) that owners routinely daily-drive, low running costs (62/10 maintenance), and parts remain widely available (28/10) โ€” a combination that keeps the AWD driving experience genuinely usable day-to-day. While not showing the same appreciation as higher-graded models, values have remained relatively stable and the car offers strong driving enjoyment relative to its price point. Buyers prioritising driving experience over investment potential will find excellent value here.

Price estimates are based on market research and recent sales data. Values fluctuate based on condition, mileage, and market demand. Not financial advice.

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