Subaru Stella RN
A practical, four-cylinder star of the Japanese kei car market.
- Power
- 54 bhp
- Top speed
- 87 mph
- Est. value
- $2k–$6k
About the Subaru Stella RN
Launched in 2006, the Subaru Stella (RN) was developed to recapture market share in the competitive Japanese kei car segment following the disappointing sales of the avant-garde R2. Unlike many of its three-cylinder rivals, the Stella utilised Subaru's smooth EN07 four-cylinder engine, paired with a newly developed i-CVT for improved urban drivability. Its tall, boxy 'tall boy' design prioritised interior space and visibility, featuring rear doors that opened to nearly 90 degrees for easy access. While later generations became rebadged Daihatsu models, this first-generation Stella remains a pure Subaru design, noted for its fully independent suspension and refined mechanical layout.
Subaru Stella RN specs
The Subaru Stella RN produces 54 bhp (40 kW) and 63 Nm (46 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 87 mph (140 km/h).
| Make | Subaru |
|---|---|
| Model | Stella |
| Generation | RN |
| Trim | 660cc |
| Years | 2006–2011 |
| Type | JDM |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 0.66-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 658 cc (0.7 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 54 bhp (40 kW) at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 63 Nm (46 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 87 mph (140 km/h) |
| Transmission | i-CVT |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 860 kg (1,896 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 63 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Subaru Stella RN worth?
A typical Subaru Stella RN is estimated to be worth $1,500 – $5,500 (about £1,100 – £4,100).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Subaru Stella RN rarity in CarSpot
The Subaru Stella RN is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Subaru Stella RN fun facts
- The name 'Stella' is Italian for 'star', a direct nod to the Pleiades star cluster that forms the Subaru logo.
- The Stella's rear doors open to a full 90-degree angle, a design feature specifically intended to make loading child seats and elderly passengers easier.
- Subaru produced a limited-run electric version, the Plug-in Stella, in 2009, which was one of the earliest mass-produced EVs available to Japanese government fleets.