1980 Subaru L Series Reviews
You'll find all our 1980 Subaru L Series reviews right here. 1980 Subaru L Series prices range from $2,200 for the L Series Dl 4wd to $4,070 for the L Series Dl 4wd.
Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the 's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.
The most recent reviews sit up the top of the page, but if you're looking for an older model year or shopping for a used car, scroll down to find Subaru dating back as far as 1980.
Or, if you just want to read the latest news about the Subaru L Series, you'll find it all here.
Subaru Reviews and News
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Down Under on top: Subaru Australia starts 2023 strong and makes Oz the highest market share for Subaru globally
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By Chris Thompson · 26 Jun 2023
Subaru has been busy in Australia over the last couple of years, with new models and variants on tap. And the brand is reaping what it has sowed.
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Subaru Ascent 'a work-in-progress': Why Subaru hasn't given up on its Toyota Kluger, Mazda CX-9, Hyundai Santa Fe rival
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By Stephen Ottley · 22 Jun 2023
There's fresh hope that Subaru Australia could add the Ascent large SUV to its local line-up to take on the likes of the Toyota Kluger and Kia Sorento, despite years of rejection.

Kia Seltos Sport+ 2.0 vs Nissan Qashqai ST-L vs Subaru Crosstrek R 2023 comparison
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By Tom White · 16 Jun 2023
These small SUVs promise to be small family value heroes, but can we determine which one is the best for you?
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Subaru defends 2023 Crosstrek Hybrid but promises more is coming to compete against Toyota Corolla Cross, Hyundai Kona and Kia Niro
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By Stephen Ottley · 13 Jun 2023
Subaru is preparing to launch a new-generation hybrid system as it accelerates into an electric future. Speaking to CarsGuide.com.au, Blair Read, Subaru Australia's managing director, said the arrival of the all-electric Solterra would usher in a new era for the brand as it would be followed by a "development" of the hybrid powertrain.
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Subaru stands by Impreza... for now: Why the Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Hyundai i30 rival could make electric switch as small car sales decline
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By Stephen Ottley · 09 Jun 2023
Subaru Australia will launch the new-generation Impreza before the end of 2023, but the long-term future of the Japanese small car remains unclear. Subaru Australia managing director Blair Read told CarsGuide.com.au that despite committing to this latest model, which was first revealed in November 2022, the company is continuing to monitor the small car market as sales decline across the segment.
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Subaru WRX STI 22b or a house? You'll need seriously deep pockets if you want to snag this ultimate Mitsubishi Lancer EVO rival
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By Tung Nguyen · 05 Jun 2023
An example of one of the rarest Subarus produced, the WRX STI 22b, is headed for auction next week, but you'll need some very deep pockets if you want to park this one on your driveway.

Forget unbreakable, the Toyota HiLux is downright untouchable in race with Ford Ranger as new-car sales boom in Australia
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By Andrew Chesterton · 05 Jun 2023
The new-car market has again proved itself immune to financial headwinds, with the Toyota HiLux leading a sales boom that saw the market record its best ever May result.
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Subaru Outback, Forester and Crosstrek Wilderness 'in the pipeline' for Australian launch: More rugged off-roaders coming Down Under
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By Stephen Ottley · 26 May 2023
Subaru Australia has all-but-confirmed the introduction of the more off-road capable Wilderness editions of the Outback, Forester and Crosstrek.
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Subaru Crosstrek 2.0L 2023 review: snapshot
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By Stephen Ottley · 26 May 2023
Prices have risen significantly with the change from XV to Crosstrek, so the entry price to the range is $1800 more than where the XV ended up in December 2022, but is more than $5000 dearer than it was 12 months ago.
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Subaru Crosstrek 2.0S 2023 review: snapshot
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By Stephen Ottley · 24 May 2023
The Crosstrek 2.0R is the pinnacle of the range in terms of equipment, but not price. Starting from $41,490 (excluding on-road costs), it’s actually slightly cheaper than its hybrid equivalent.