The HG issues were resolved in 2007 when different HGs were used. The problematic HGs were used on the EJ25 engines from around 2000 to 2006.golftango wrote:The closest would be a Subaru if you're looking for AWD. No need for premium with their naturally aspirated engines. However the 2.5 is still prone to oil burning and head gasket issues.
Now, Subaru does not even use EJ series engines and moved on to their newer FA and FB engines for nearly all models.
I have read about ringland issues causing excessive oil burn-off but that's mostly in the WRX STI motor.
Subaru.kizashigal wrote:So I was thinking about future car purchases as my car has 65k on it. I would want another fuel efficient awd vehicle, but what is out there that compares to a kiz? Subaru is a decent bet, but does it require premium fuel? Just curious as to which direction my journey will take when that day comes. Lexus looks nice if it were a few years old as new is quite the sticker shock. Thoughts?
I've owned two. Both were great and reliable.
In fact, I wanted a Subaru again but when their strong resale value made for overpriced used cars, I went for the Kizashi instead. No regrets, but with a Subaru, you can get AWD+manual+turbo if one desired.
Most Subaru interiors will be a downgrade from a nicely equipped Kizashi, but the Subaru will employ a superior AWD system in addition to the industry's best CVT.
I think a Subaru Legacy is the closest car to a Suzuki Kizashi all things considered.