the 3.0 from what I understand has worse fuel economy than the GT and less power.

I would look at a 2.5T and don't mess with it to get best of both or just an exhaust and flash tune (then maybe add a bigger turbo etc etc)

3.0 is as reliable as any other non modified Subaru - will run forever with minimal drama

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12.463 1/4 mile, not bad for an old school Liberty [DECEASED]

MY08 Liberty Tuned by STi