Subaru GL-10 0–60 Times
The Subaru GL-10 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 2 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Subaru GL-10 is the 1986 Subaru GL-10 Turbo Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 10.30 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 17.60 seconds at 78.0 mph, according to Motor Week.
The slowest tested Subaru GL-10 is the 1983 Subaru GL-10 Turbo Wagon, which took 13.70 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 19.10 seconds at 71.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Out of all the Subaru GL-10 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 12.00 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 18.35 seconds at 74.50 mph.
Fastest 0–60
10.30sec
1986 Turbo Sedan · stock
Average 0–60
12.00sec
Across 2 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
18.35sec
@ 74.5 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
13.70sec
1983 Turbo Wagon
Across 2 verified runs, the Subaru GL-10 ranges from 10.30 to 13.70 seconds 0–60, with a 12.00-second average.
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Subaru GL-10 0–60 Times by Generation: A68 to A71
2 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A71 | 1985–1989 | 10.30s | 10.30s — 1986 Turbo Sedan | 1 | The A71 generation (1985–1989) averaged 10.30 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1986 Turbo Sedan at 10.30 seconds. Output was 111 hp across 1.8L Turbo F-4 configurations. |
| A68 | 1980–1984 | 13.70s | 13.70s — 1983 Turbo Wagon | 1 | The A68 generation (1980–1984) averaged 13.70 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1983 Turbo Wagon at 13.70 seconds. Output was 111 hp across 1.8L Turbo F-4 configurations. |
A71
1985–1989
Avg 0–60
10.30s
Fastest
10.30s
Tests
1
1986 Turbo Sedan
The A71 generation (1985–1989) averaged 10.30 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1986 Turbo Sedan at 10.30 seconds. Output was 111 hp across 1.8L Turbo F-4 configurations.
A68
1980–1984
Avg 0–60
13.70s
Fastest
13.70s
Tests
1
1983 Turbo Wagon
The A68 generation (1980–1984) averaged 13.70 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1983 Turbo Wagon at 13.70 seconds. Output was 111 hp across 1.8L Turbo F-4 configurations.
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Subaru GL-10 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
2 tests · 2 years
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1986 Subaru GL-10
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
10.30
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
17.60
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#01
1986 Subaru GL-10 Turbo Sedan
10.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
17.60s
¼ mi @ 78.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 10.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 78.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L Turbo F-4
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Transmission
- 5M
- Horsepower
- 111 hp
- Torque
- 134 lb-ft
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 26 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 2
How we verify Subaru GL-10 performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Subaru GL-10 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Subaru GL-10 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
0–60 →
¼ mile →
Fastest
Recorded run
Slowest
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Subaru GL-10 performance FAQs
6 questions
The quickest Subaru GL-10 on record is the 1986 Subaru GL-10 Turbo Sedan, which runs 0–60 mph in 10.30 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 17.60 seconds at 78.0 mph.
The slowest recorded Subaru GL-10 is the 1983 Subaru GL-10 Turbo Wagon, which takes 13.70 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 19.10 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 2 verified runs, a Subaru GL-10 reaches 60 mph in 12.00 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 18.35 seconds at roughly 74.5 mph.
We have verified test data for 2 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver and Motor Week. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Week
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Subaru GL-10 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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