Subaru is the only automaker on the planet that uses the boxer engine in its entire lineup. They use it in the Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Impreza, WRX/STI, Legacy and BRZ. Porsche is the only other automaker that uses the flat, H-shaped, opposed-piston “boxer” engine. It’s a good design and it’s winning awards. Subaru’s 2.0-liter turbo boxer WRX just picked up its second consecutive Wards 10 Best engines award.

The Boxer powerplant has been used by Subaru since 1966 and has been continually evolving. Subaru says that won’t change in the future. They will continue to use the engine to power their vehicles. There’s three reasons why Subaru is committed to the powerplant.


Acceleration is smoother in the boxer
V type engines which most automakers use, reciprocate the piston in the vertical direction, whereas in the horizontally opposed engine reciprocating pistons reciprocate horizontally. Because they cancel each other's power, there is less vibration and you can feel the smooth acceleration.


It lowers the vehicle’s center of gravity
Horizontally opposed engines have a lower overall height than general series and V type engines, due to the structure of the piston being horizontally arranged in the crankcase. It makes the engine lightweight, compact and it lowers the vehicle’s center of gravity. This makes for a more dynamic driving experience in Subaru’s taller all-wheel-drive vehicles that have a higher ride height like the Forester, Outback and Crosstrek. In Subaru’s performance WRX and WRX STI, the sports cars remain stable at high speeds in the corners.


Reduced damage during a collision
One of Subaru’s core values is safety, and boxer design helps reduce damage in a collision. Horizontally opposed engines are low in overall height, so the structure will be pushed under the floor in the event a frontal collision. Therefore, it’s difficult for the engine to be pushed into the cabin, reducing injury to the passengers. This is evident in Subaru’s high collision safety performance.


With new engine and powertrain technologies on the way, Subaru will continue to use the boxer engine in their Forester, Outback and Crosstrek all-wheel-drive vehicles, even in hybrid powertrain applications. With all-electric vehicles
becoming more widely used , this could change that in a big way.

No mention of TOYOTA + BOXER ENGINE + GT86 ?

Lexusgs430:
No mention of TOYOTA + BOXER ENGINE + GT86 ?

Technically, it's a Subaru.

EgunMogaji:


Technically, it's a Subaru.

Toyota enthusiasts would not truly agree with you....... .

Lexusgs430:


Toyota enthusiasts would not truly agree with you....... .

No real Toyota enthusiast that I know consider a mere Scion an enthusiast vehicle.

Real Toyota enthusiasts that I know salivate over Supras

But to each his own.

"The Toyota 86 is a series of 2+2 seater sports cars jointly developed by Toyota and Subaru and solely manufactured by Subaru. It features a boxer engine, front engine, rear wheel drive drivetrain, 2+2 seating and a fastback coupé body style."

EgunMogaji:


No real Toyota enthusiast that I know consider a mere Scion an enthusiast vehicle.

Real Toyota enthusiasts that I know salivate over Supras

But to each his own.

"The Toyota 86 is a series of 2+2 seater sports cars jointly developed by Toyota and Subaru and solely manufactured by Subaru. It features a boxer engine, front engine, rear wheel drive drivetrain, 2+2 seating and a fastback coupé body style."

This supra is so so old school........... Why drive a gas guzzling supra, when the GT86 is so new age and much cheaper to own?

EgunMogaji:


No real Toyota enthusiast that I know consider a mere Scion an enthusiast vehicle.

Real Toyota enthusiasts that I know salivate over Supras

But to each his own.

"The Toyota 86 is a series of 2+2 seater sports cars jointly developed by Toyota and Subaru and solely manufactured by Subaru. It features a boxer engine, front engine, rear wheel drive drivetrain, 2+2 seating and a fastback coupé body style."

Each truly to their own. The GT86/BRZ warms my cockles any time any day..... . ...
It's tail happy, but thrilling to push to its limits (not on a race to heaven)..........

Lexusgs430:


This supra is so so old school........... Why drive a gas guzzling supra, when the GT86 is so new age and much cheaper to own?

I suspect that you're a poser and not an enthusiast but like I said to each his own.

LexusGS300 < LexusGS430

EgunMogaji:


I suspect that you're a poser and not an enthusiast but like I said to each his own.

LexusGS300 < LexusGS430

You know me too well, it's terrifying....... And it's a GS430......
A good reliable solid family car. And the GT86 for all kurukere waka's (don't tell the wife).. ... THANK YOU

Lexusgs430:


You know me too well, it's terrifying....... And it's a GS430......
A good reliable solid family car. And the GT86 for all kurukere waka's (don't tell the wife).. ... THANK YOU

I drove my wife crazy when I was shopping for my Mini Cooper. She didn't understand why it had to be an S

EgunMogaji:


I drove my wife crazy when I was shopping for my Mini Cooper. She didn't understand why it had to be an S

I would naturally presume the S meant sports (literally). But in Yoruba terms, that 'S', meant shina. If only I could appropriate marks on the shina........

Lexusgs430:


I would naturally presume the S meant sports (literally). But in Yoruba terms, that 'S', meant shina. If only I could appropriate marks on the shina........

And the sounds of it is "do..mi"

We've successfully bastardized this thread

EgunMogaji:


And the sounds of it is "do..mi"

We've successfully bastardized this thread

LOL. .....
Just a slight Segway.....

Lexusgs430:


This supra is so so old school........... Why drive a gas guzzling supra, when the GT86 is so new age and much cheaper to own?

Mtssw. The supra any time any where. Hmm gas guzzling but fun to drive still better looking and will always rev like a beast. Also the stock block can be tunned to 1000+ HP and will still handle it. That's FACT and am not even a supra fan. But its the reality

xvbill:



Mtssw. The supra any time any where. Hmm gas guzzling but fun to drive still better looking and will always rev like a beast. Also the stock block can be tunned to 1000+ HP and will still handle it. That's FACT and am not even a supra fan. But its the reality

1000+ HP? Where are attempting to rush to? Or do you have an appointment to keep beyond the blue cloud?

Doesn't Porsche also use boxer engines? the flat six engine in the 911 and boxter

Also where are the Mercedes fan boys, cuz this neat piece of tech was first patented by? You guessed it

Karl Benz