Subaru Justy

Subaru Justy
Production period:	1984-2011
Class :	Small car
Body versions :	Limousine , station wagon
Previous model:	Subaru 700 , Subaru Mini Jumbo
Successor:	Subaru Trezia

The Subaru Justy was a small car offered by the Japanese automaker Subaru between the summer of 1984 and mid-2011 . A special feature of the Justy was that it had all-wheel drive . Only the last version offered only front-wheel drive .

Subaru has been offering a Justy again in Japan since 2016 . This model is identical to the Toyota Tank and the Daihatsu Thor . However, due to its height of 1.74 m, this vehicle is assigned to the minivans .

Model generations

• Justy I type KAD (1984–1995)
• Justy II type JMA , MS (1995-2003; based on the Suzuki Swift )
• Justy III Type MHY (2003-2007; based on the Suzuki Ignis )
• Justy IV type M300F (2007-2011; based on the Daihatsu Sirion )

General

While the first generation was a completely in-house development by Subaru, cooperation with other manufacturers was sought afterwards to reduce costs. For the second and third generation, a cooperation with Suzuki was used and the corresponding models were jointly produced at Magyar Suzuki Zrt. in Esztergom . Terminated after General Motors' stake in Fuji Heavy Industries ended - General Motors was also involved in Suzuki. Because of Toyota's new stake in Fuji Heavy Industries, a collaboration with the Toyota subsidiary Daihatsu took place .

The Justy models were not powered by boxer engines , as is typical of Subaru , but by in- line engines.

From 2011 to 2014 the Subaru Trezia was built based on a Toyota model.

Justy I (type KAD)

1st generation
Subaru Justy (1984-1989)
Production period:	1984-1995
Body versions :	Limousine , station wagon
Engines:	Petrol engines : 1.0–1.2 liters (37–54 kW)
Length:	3535-3695 mm
Width:	1535 mm
Height:	1390-1420 mm
Wheelbase :	2285 mm
Empty weight :	640-860 kg

Subaru Justy (1989-1995)

The first generation of the Justy, introduced in the summer of 1984, was based on the smaller Subaru Rex 2 from 1981, but was wider and longer.

The models of the first generation initially received a long-stroke 1.0 l three-cylinder with a balance shaft, which was a further development of the parallel twin engine from the Subaru Rex . This motor has an output of 40 kW. The stroke was later extended with a new crankshaft, and a 1.2 l engine with 50 kW (68 hp) was also available. This engine is also used in the Subaru Libero .

The Justy I J1000 and Justy J1200 were only available in Germany with switchable all-wheel drive , while in Austria, for example , they could be purchased with front - wheel drive under the name "Super-Justy 1.0S 2WD" . As the Subaru Tutto , the Justy was built as a notchback version in cooperation with a Taiwanese company exclusively for the local market. In 1987 the Justy received an optional CVT automatic transmission instead of the previously available 3-speed automatic transmission.

In mid-1989, the three- and five-door body was also visually revised, while the interior remained untouched except for small details. In the same year, the Justy was also winner of the Car Environment list of the VCD .

From 1991, the fuel-efficient 1.2 l carburetor engine was equipped with multi-point injection and, with its long-stroke piston arrangement, achieved its maximum torque at 2,800 rpm. The exhaust system was also equipped with a regulated first-generation 3-way catalytic converter and meets the Euro 1 emissions standard , and also the Euro 2 standard through retrofitting systems.

The Justy I has a manually switchable all-wheel drive without a center differential . The rear axle differential has no locking effect . The rear axle can also be driven by a transfer case, which is controlled via a vacuum membrane. When changing between front and all-wheel drive, it is not necessary to operate the clutch. The Justy I had independent suspension at the front, MacPherson struts and wishbones at the front, and a trailing arm axle with separately installed shock absorbers and springs at the rear. The ground clearance is 170 mm.

In some European countries the Justy I was sold under the name Subaru Trendy . In Taiwan, the Justy I was also available as a more powerful sedan under the name Subaru Tutto . The Justy was sometimes also sold as a J10 or J12 (depending on the engine variant). In Europe, the three-door Justy I was in small numbers as station wagons available. The rear windows were covered on this model and the trunk and the side interior trim were flattened.

Quality and technology

Typical rust damage on the wheel cutouts

The body, dating from the 1980s, is susceptible to corrosion damage.

Technical specifications

	1.0		1.2
Construction period	1983-1990	1990-1995	1986-1990	1990-1995
Engine characteristics
Engine type	R3 petrol engine		R3 petrol engine
Number of valves per cylinder	2		3
Valve control	OHC , timing belt
Mixture preparation	Carburetor			Manifold injection
catalyst	No	Yes	No	Yes
Engine charging	-
cooling	Water cooling
Bore × stroke	78.0 mm × 69.6 mm		78.0 mm × 83.0 mm
Displacement	998 cc		1190 cc
Compression ratio	9.5: 1		9.1: 1
Max. Power at min −1	40 kW (54 PS) / 6000	37 kW (50 PS) / 5600	50 kW (68 PS) / 5600	54 kW (73 PS) / 6000
Max. Torque in min -1	79 Nm / 3600	76 Nm / 3600	97 Nm / 3600	96 Nm / 2800
Emission standard	Euro 0	Euro 1	Euro 0	Euro 1
Power transmission
Drive, as standard	Front wheel drive
Drive, optional	all wheel drive
Gearbox, as standard	5-speed manual transmission
Gearbox, optional	Continuously variable CVT transmission
Readings
Top speed	150 km / h (140 km / h)	140 km / h (130 km / h)	155 km / h (150 km / h)
Acceleration, 0-100 km / h	15.5 s	17.3 s	13.2 s (15.2 s)
Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined)	7.2 L N (7.7 L N) [7.2 L N]	7.5 l N	7.8 l N [8.2 l N]	8.1 L N (8.4 L N)

1. ↑ Values ​​in round brackets (“()”) for automatic transmission and in square brackets (“[]”) for all-wheel drive

Justy II (type JMA / MS)

2nd generation
Subaru Justy (1995-1997)
Production period:	1995-2003
Body versions :	Station wagon
Engines:	Petrol engines : 1.3 liters (50–63 kW)
Length:	3845 mm
Width:	1575 mm
Height:	1380 mm
Wheelbase :	2365 mm
Empty weight :	865-915 kg

Subaru Justy (1997-2003)

In autumn 1995 the first generation was replaced by a completely new model: The Justy II, available as a three- and five-door model, was based on the Suzuki Swift (model MA), was built in cooperation with Magyar Suzuki in Hungary until the end of 2003 and, in contrast to permanent all-wheel drive to its predecessor.

Since the model change, the Justy models have been powered by four-cylinder engines that were produced by Suzuki and also used in the Suzuki Swift . Starting with the Justy II, the Subaru Justy was only offered in Europe after the end of production of the first generation.

The Justy II was visually redesigned in autumn 1997. The Geo Metro , the Pontiac Firefly , the Chevrolet Sprint and the Holden Barina from GM Australia , which are offered in North America, are also based on the Suzuki Swift , making it a model that is marketed globally. It has permanent all-wheel drive. The rear axle is driven via a viscous coupling, which only transmits torque to the rear axle if there is a speed difference between the axles due to slip on the front axle.

Technical specifications

	1.3
Construction period	1995-2001	2001-2003
Engine characteristics
Engine type	R4 petrol engine
Number of valves per cylinder	2	4th
Valve control	OHC , timing belt
Mixture preparation	Manifold injection	Manifold injection
Engine charging	-
cooling	Water cooling
Bore × stroke	74.0 mm × 75.5 mm
Displacement	1299 cc
Compression ratio	9.5: 1
Max. Power at min −1	50 kW (68 PS) / 6000	63 kW (86 PS) / 6000
Max. Torque in min -1	99 Nm / 3500	106 Nm / 3000
Emission standard	Euro 2	Euro 3
Power transmission
drive	all wheel drive
transmission	5-speed manual transmission
Readings
Top speed	155 km / h
Acceleration, 0-100 km / h	13.6 s	13.0 s
Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined)	6.9 l N	6.8 l N

G3X Justy (type MHY)

3rd generation
Subaru G3X Justy (2003-2007)
Production period:	2003-2007
Body versions :	Station wagon
Engines:	Otto engines : 1.3–1.5 liters (69–73 kW) Diesel engines : 1.3 liters (51 kW)
Length:	3770 mm
Width:	1630 mm
Height:	1605 mm
Wheelbase :
Empty weight :	1075 kg

From autumn 2003 the G3X Justy was sold. The G3X Justy was manufactured parallel to the second generation of the Suzuki Ignis (model Mk. II) and is almost identical to it in technical terms. The Subaru Justy was no longer considered a small car, but belonged to the Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) segment and was the third representative of this type from Subaru alongside the Subaru Forester and Subaru Outback . In the tradition of other Subaru models, all G3X Justy with gasoline engines in Germany were equipped with permanent all-wheel drive. Models with the common rail diesel engine from Fiat / GM only had front-wheel drive.

Technical specifications

	1.3	1.5	1.3 TD
Construction period	2003-2007
Engine characteristics
Engine type	R4 petrol engine		R4 diesel engine
Number of valves per cylinder	4th
Valve control	DOHC , chain
Mixture preparation	Manifold injection		Common rail injection
Engine charging	-		Turbocharger , intercooler
cooling	Water cooling
Bore × stroke	78.0 mm × 69.5 mm	78.0 mm × 78.0 mm	69.6 mm × 82.0 mm
Displacement	1328 cc	1490 cc	1248 cc
Compression ratio	9.5: 1		18.0: 1
Max. Power at min −1	69 kW (94 PS) / 6000	73 kW (99 PS) / 5900	51 kW (69 PS) / 4000
Max. Torque in min -1	118 Nm / 4100	133 Nm / 4100	170 Nm / 1750
Emission standard	Euro 4
Power transmission
drive	all wheel drive		Front wheel drive
transmission	5-speed manual transmission
Readings
Top speed	155 km / h	165 km / h	155 km / h
Acceleration, 0-100 km / h	11.7 s	11.0 s
Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined)	6.9 l p	7.2 l p	5.0 l D

Justy (type M300F)

4th generation
Subaru Justy (2007-2011)
Production period:	2007-2011
Body versions :	Station wagon
Engines:	Otto engine : 1.0 liter (51 kW)
Length:	3610 mm
Width:	1665 mm
Height:	1540 mm
Wheelbase :
Empty weight :	890 kg

Stars in the Euro NCAP - Crash Test (Daihatsu Sirion, 2005)

The fourth generation made its debut at the IAA in autumn 2007.

The new Justy was an OEM version of the Daihatsu Sirion and was manufactured by Toyota subsidiary Daihatsu for Fuji Heavy Industries . The differences to the Daihatsu Sirion were only cosmetic, both cars were largely identical to each other. However, in contrast to the Daihatsu Sirion, which is also optionally available with all-wheel drive, the Justy was only sold with front-wheel drive in Germany . The Subaru Justy was available in two trim levels, Trend and Active. The basic price for the Justy was € 12,490. The technology from Daihatsu and again a three-cylinder in-line engine with 1.0 l displacement was used. This engine developed 51 kW (70 hp) at 6,000 rpm and achieved a maximum torque of 94 Nm at 3,600 rpm. It complied with the Euro 4 emissions standard.

A special version with all-wheel drive was also offered on the Swiss market. In contrast to its predecessor (type G3X ), the new Justy was significantly smaller and no longer suitable for off-road use, so that it can again be regarded as a conventional small car. The model was only available as a five-door.

The Justy IV has independent wheel suspension on MacPherson struts and wishbones at the front and a twist beam axle at the rear. The ground clearance is only 150 mm.

In mid-2011 the Justy was replaced by the Subaru Trezia .

Technical specifications

	1.0
Construction period	2007-2011
Engine characteristics
Engine type	R3 petrol engine
Number of valves per cylinder	4th
Valve control	DOHC , chain
Mixture preparation	Manifold injection
Engine charging	-
cooling	Water cooling
Bore × stroke	71.0 mm × 84.0 mm
Displacement	998 cc
Compression ratio	10.5: 1
Max. Power at min −1	51 kW (69 PS) / 6000
Max. Torque in min -1	94 Nm / 3600
Emission standard	Euro 4
Power transmission
drive	Front wheel drive
Gearbox, as standard	5-speed manual transmission
Gearbox, optional	4- speed automatic transmission
Readings
Top speed	160 km / h
Acceleration, 0-100 km / h	13.9 s
Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined)	6.1 l N

Awards

In January 2010, the ADAC awarded the Subaru Justy the Yellow Angel in the quality category. This award was based on a survey of members of the ADAC and the “excellent results in the ADAC breakdown statistics”.

literature

• Automobile revue. Catalog 1991, 1993, 2000, 2001, 2004 and 2008

Web links

Commons : Subaru Justy  - Collection of pictures, videos and audio files

• Justy Germany ( Memento from April 2, 2010 in the Internet Archive )
• Justy G3X Austria ( Memento from March 4, 2009 in the Internet Archive )
• Article at Spiegel-Online

Individual evidence

1. ↑ Tank vs Thor: Toyota, Daihatsu and Subaru showed a family of Mitrofanov , accessed September 2, 2018
2. ↑ The structurally identical Daihatsu Sirion in the Euro NCAP crash test, 2005 (accessed on October 12, 2014, English)
3. ↑ Information on the Subaru Justy ( Memento of the original from January 14, 2012 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was automatically inserted and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. , accessed October 12, 2014 
4. ↑ »Quality« 2010: Subaru Justy - Top values ​​in customer satisfaction were decisive . Message from the ADAC ( Memento from January 17th, 2010 in the Internet Archive )