Although Subaru 360 is quite successful, it cannot always face consumers in a constant manner. Therefore, Subaru launched an R2 in 1969, and used a more refined and popular design to attract buyers. The size of 2995×1295×1340mm of
R2 is similar to that of Subaru 360, but after the wheelbase increased from 1800mm to 1920mm, it will be of great help to improve the internal space. In line with the vehicle's drive mode at that time, R2 is still rear-wheel drive . As for the product positioning, it is the successor of Subaru 360.
In order to highlight the technology, the original factory made a huge change to the R2 engine, that is, the cast iron piston is replaced by aluminum alloy, which can not only achieve lightweight, but also improve durability and increase engine life. Just like the heart used by Subaru 360, the R2 still has a displacement of 356cc and is an inline twin-cylinder two-stroke configuration. The compression ratio is 6.5:1, and it can output 30hp/6500rpm and 3.7kgm/5500rpm. The rare four-speed manual transmission in light vehicles is a single choice, with a maximum speed of up to 115km/h.
Basically, the birth of R2 is to fight against Honda, Dafa, and Mitsubishi models that are very popular among young people, because the subaru 360 is mostly used by the elderly, and the R2 was born in 1969 to discontinued production in 1972, making great contributions to Subaru in the field of light vehicles. Then in 1972, Rex took on important responsibilities.
