---
title: "Here’s How Subaru’s Famous Boxer Engine Works"
description: "This simple demonstration shows the function and benefit of the unique powerplant."
date: "2017-02-15"
modified: "2017-02-15"
authors:
  - name: "Caleb Jacobs"
    job_title: "Senior Editor"
    link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/caleb-jacobs"
url: "https://www.thedrive.com/article/7681/heres-how-subarus-famous-boxer-engine-works"
categories:
  - "News"
  - "News by Brand"
  - "Subaru News"
tags:
  - "Boxer Engine"
  - "consumer news"
  - "Demonstration Video"
  - "Subaru"
---

# Here’s How Subaru’s Famous Boxer Engine Works

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Subaru is an automaker with a characteristic demeanor. They don't stray too far from tradition, fitting almost all of their vehicles (thanks to the [Toyobaru](<https://www.thedrive.com/article/6400/toyota-is-reportedly-working-on-a-second-generation-86>)) with symmetrical all wheel drive and horizontal boxer engines. Aside from Porsche, they're one of the only manufacturers to keep this unique powertrain alive. It's an interesting design that provides a lower center of gravity and smoother operation, as you can see here.

https://youtube.com/embed/gp8Wg4FkF5E

They clearly take pride in it, too. It's one of the qualities that distinguishes Subaru from conventional manufacturers, showing their dedication to the quirky engine. Albeit with a few revisions, they've stayed close to the same for the last twenty years, proving that it's a versatile and lasting choice.

Here, you can see a handy illustration of the engine's internals. The quick video gives us a quick run through of the engine's functions and benefits, so have a look and geek out a little.

## Author
Caleb Jacobs is The Drive’s senior editor. When he’s not searching for stories or poring over copy, he’s usually driving his dump truck or wishing it was running so he could drive it. He was born and raised in the Missouri Ozarks, and he lives there today with his family.

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