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Subaru refunding customers for Liberty Final Edition missing features
The Final Edition of the Subaru Liberty has proved to be a cliffhanger, with some of the features originally promised not available.
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2008 Subaru Liberty
The 2008 Subaru Liberty is a medium Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $32,490 for the base variant and topping out at $67,990 for the Gt Spec.B Sti variant.
There are 10 variants of the Liberty available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2006.
The 2008 Liberty was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Subaru Liberty include 2.5 horizontal 4-cylinder (127kW/226Nm), 2.5 horizontal 4-cylinder turbo (184kW/339Nm), 2.5 horizontal 4-cylinder turbo (194kW/350Nm) and 3 horizontal 6-cylinder (180kW/297Nm). Available with 5-speed manual manual, 4-speed automatic with manual mode, 5-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed manual manual transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $32,490 - $67,990†
- Transmission
- 4 or 5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan or Station Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $32,490 - $67,990†
- Transmission
- 4 or 5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan or Station Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Subaru Liberty
2008 Subaru Liberty
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2008 Subaru Liberty
Available Variants
The Subaru Liberty comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Luxury Edition and the most expensive being Gt Tuned By Sti.
2008 Subaru Liberty
News
William Stopford
Subaru refunding customers for Liberty Final Edition missing features
The Final Edition of the Subaru Liberty has proved to be a cliffhanger, with some of the features originally promised not available.
5 Years Ago
Scott Collie
2021 Subaru Liberty Final Edition price and specs
Goodbye, Liberty. Just 31 examples of the Liberty Final Edition will be sold in Australia to farewell one of Subaru's most famous nameplates.
5 Years Ago
Scott Collie
Mapping the Subaru Liberty's legacy
Subaru has officially killed the Liberty in Australia. That's a shame, because it's been a part of our motoring landscape for such a long time.
5 Years Ago
How does the 2008 Subaru Liberty compare?
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Power to Weight
90.71 - 125.57 kW/t
49.84 kW/t
127.46 kW/t
Boot Space
459 litres
450 litres
603 litres
Fuel Efficiency
9 - 12.4 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
12.4 L/100km
Price
$32,490 - $67,990
$27,990
$67,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 - 1,800 kg
1,200 kg
2,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
150 - 160 mm
103 mm
180 mm
2008 Subaru Liberty
Dimensions
4,665 mm
1,730 mm
1,425 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,665 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,730 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,800 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Looking for complete Subaru Liberty size & space specs?
Our Subaru Liberty Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
2008 Subaru Liberty
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Subaru Liberty is the base variant that starts from $32,490.
See all Subaru Liberty PricingThe most expensive Subaru Liberty is the Gt Tuned By Sti variant that starts from $67,990.
See all Subaru Liberty PricingThe best towing capacity of a Subaru Liberty is 1800 kg offered by the following variants: Premium and R Spec.B.
See all Subaru Liberty towing capacityThe largest Subaru Liberty is the R Spec.B variant which measures 1730mm wide, 4720mm in length and sits 1475mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 194kW of power and 350nm of torque are the Gt Spec.B Sti and Gt Tuned By Sti variants.
The Subaru Liberty is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The Subaru Liberty may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.
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