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Rex 5
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Rex 5

K21/K22/K23/K24 · 1976–1977RWD

The Rex 5 is the 490 cc step of the first-generation Subaru Rex, a rear-engined, rear-driven sedan sold in international markets in 1976 and 1977. The body was widened for this model. Its 0.49-litre two-cylinder engine makes about 31 horsepower and 43 Nm of torque, with a manual gearbox. It was a short-lived stage between the 360 and 550 versions.

31 hpPower
1976-1977Year
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Rex 5, every angle

Rex 5Exterior
Rex 5Exterior
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Specifications

Powertrain
Engineering details
Engine0.49L EK22 OHV I2
Displacement0.5 L
Cylinders2
FuelPetrol
Transmission4-speed Manual
DrivetrainRWD
Performance
Numbers that matter
Power31 hp
Torque43 Nm
Weight520 kg
Dimensions & body
Doors2
Seats4

STORY

The Rex was Subaru's long-running kei car line that began in 1972 and served as an affordable entry model, rear-engined at first and front-wheel drive from 1981. Successive generations offered two- and four-stroke engines and optional four-wheel drive before the Vivio replaced it in 1992.

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