Subaru continues bringing brilliant cars to market, and Geneva brings us the All-New XV.

• Built on Subaru’s new Global Platform - which significantly enhances refinement, safety, ride comfort, and agility.
• A newly-developed 2.0-litre Direct Injection Boxer engine and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive are standard on all models.
• Equipped with X-MODE which enhances off road ability of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, offering increased SUV capability.
• XV’s rugged and sporty styling is influenced by Subaru’s DYNAMIC x SOLID design philosophy.
• Standard EyeSight driver assist technology delivers outstanding preventative safety.

Subaru has unveiled the all-new XV at the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show. XV is a crossover which combines a compact body with SUV capability based on Subaru’s distinctive Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system and rugged yet sporty design, offering versatility in both urban areas and the countryside.

For the first re-design since launch in 2012, XV will be built on Subaru’s completely revamped Subaru Global Platform architecture, significantly enhancing the body and chassis rigidity and strength.

The new Subaru XV also offers world-class collision safety and hazard avoidance performance, as well as more responsive handling and ride comfort while enhancing the Subaru XV’s unique design and off road capability. 

The model is the first strategic offering in Europe under the company’s Prominence 2020 mid-term management vision which delivers “enjoyment and peace of mind” for customers.

Key Features of All-New Subaru XV

XV’s unique design is filled with rugged and sporty character, incorporating the Subaru design philosophy DYNAMIC x SOLID. Functional enhancements have also been included with a high-quality interior and exterior finish.

Exterior

• The Wide & Low stance provides a sporty impression and adds to the Subaru family look, from the hexagonal grille to the hawk-eye headlights. The design flows from the grille through to the rear, providing a united scheme. The grille design and matte black cladding on the bumper elude to XV’s rugged character and SUV functionality.
• The character line runs from front wheel arch to rear shoulder and rises energetically; adding dynamism to the side profile. The extended wheel arches suggest the intent and capability provided by Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and is finished off with matte black cladding.
• The Wide & Low stance applied to the front design carries over to the rear combination lights. The shoulder silhouette with black roof spoiler are juxtaposed against the rugged matte black cladding on the rear bumper, playing up to XV’s versatile character.
• The new model also combines the Subaru performance essentials of superior aerodynamics and visibility with advanced styling.
• Newly designed alloy wheels embody the Subaru XV’s sporty, casual, and rugged character.
• New exterior colours “Cool Grey Khaki” and “Sunshine Orange” have been added, which contrast with the matte black cladding adding to XV’s active and functional image.

Interior

• The body-hugging seats have been revised for improved quality and feature grey trim to enhance XV’s character.
• In the centre of the instrument panel is an 8.0-inch touchscreen display for the infotainment system, with smartphone connectivity.
• Detailed orange stitching on the instrument panel complements the cabin’s quality.
• In addition to enhanced interior design, signature Subaru attributes have been further strengthened; excellent all-round visibility, spacious cabin, and cargo room.

Enhanced dynamic driving performance paired with off road capability

All-new XV has been improved in several areas to achieve an enhanced dynamic feel. Steering and pedal feedback, vehicle response, noise and vibration have been refined to achieve a positive driver experience. XV’s impressive off road capability has also been enhanced with X-MODE.

Body & Chassis

• The new platform dramatically increases rigidity throughout the body and chassis (70-100% increase over present models). Substantial improvements to the suspension system are incorporated, and help achieve a lower centre of gravity allowing precise steering control. Increased precision allows for superior straight line stability and cornering performance whilst maintaining 220mm ground clearance.
• Torsional rigidity has been improved by 70% over present models by optimising frame structure and joints. This distributes resonance and distortion throughout the body, reducing vibrations.
• Suspension mounts are more rigid, improving absorption without twisting the chassis and providing a smooth and comfortable drive. Body roll of the vehicle has been reduced by 50% compared to present models.
• The steering gear ratio has been modified from 14:1 to 13:1 compared to the previous model, offering superior drivability.
• Active Torque Vectoring enhances turning and steering performance.
• Electronic parking brake has been added for more convenience.

All-Wheel Drive control

• In addition to Subaru’s unique Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, new XV is equipped with X-MODE. X-MODE is designed to increase drivability by optimising integrated control of the engine, All-Wheel Drive system and brakes to provide additional control when tyres slip and lose traction on a slippery road surface, including when descending hills.

Engine

• 80% of the parts on the FB series 2.0-litre Direct Injection Boxer engine have been revamped compared to previous naturally aspirated engines. The new engine is lighter, delivering more power and improved fuel economy.
• The improved Lineartronic greatly enhances ratio coverage and lightness to boost acceleration performance and fuel economy. As well as employing full auto-step shift control, the Subaru XV features a 7-speed manual mode function for a more engaging driving experience.
• Engine and transmission noise and vibration are greatly reduced, for a more dynamic experience.

Safety

Subaru’s safety performance has continuously been highly rated by third-party organizations. The new Subaru XV has adopted technologies to further enhance its safety including the new platform and the advanced preventative safety system, to ensure XV will achieve high safety ratings.

Active safety

• The new platform achieves a centre of gravity that is 5 mm lower than present models. Together with the major improvements in rigidity and the evolution of the suspension system, this lower centre of gravity offers outstanding hazard avoidance capabilities on a level with a high-performance sports car.

Passive safety

• Impact energy absorption is improved by 40% over present models by using a frame structure that absorbs more energy and high-tensile steel plates.

Preventive safety

• EyeSight, Subaru’s innovative and highly acclaimed driver assist technology, delivers extremely reliable preventive safety and assists drivers through features such as Pre-Collision Braking Control, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Lane Keep Assist function.
• The new High Beam Assist employs a monocular camera, automatically switching from high to low beam as per road conditions.
• Steering Responsive Headlights move the beam right or left whilst cornering or at junctions to illuminate the direction of travel. The Subaru XV uses two headlight controls for the first time, dramatically improving night-time visibility and the recognition capabilities of EyeSight.
• The Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection has been fitted, offering blind spot detection, lane change assistance and reversing assistance to enhance all-round preventive safety.

Top-line Specifications for all-new XV

Body size (Overall length / width / height)	4,465 x 1,800 x 1,615mm
Wheelbase	2,665 mm
Minimum ground clearance	220 mm
Engine	FB20 type 2.0-liter, DOHC, Horizontally-Opposed, 4-cylinder, Direct injection, NA
Displacement	1,995cc
Bore, Stroke	84 x 90mm
Maximum output	115kW (156ps)
Maximum torque	196Nm (20.0kgfm)
Transmission	Lineartronic
Drive train	Symmetrical AWD
Tyre size	225/55 R18
Seating capacity	5

USA - Subaru celebrates gaining the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK for all models including the new 2016 WRX Impreza.

• Subaru is the only manufacturer with the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK for all models for six years running (2010-2015).
• With the addition of the 2016 WRX, Subaru now has six models that have earned the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ including the 2015 Legacy, Outback, Forester, Impreza and XV Crosstrek models when equipped with optional EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology. 

Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that the 2016 Subaru WRX received the 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK award and, when equipped with the optional EyeSight^® Driver Assist Technology, the 2015TOP SAFETY PICK+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). 

 

The 2016 WRX achieved the highest possible rating of ‘Good’ in the Institute’s crashworthiness evaluations of front small overlap, front moderate overlap, side impact, roof crush and rear impact. The vehicle also received a ‘Superior’ rating in the Institute’s front crash avoidance testing.

 

“Safety is a hallmark of the Subaru brand,” said Thomas J. Doll, president and chief operating officer, Subaru of America, Inc., “and every year we continue to innovate and improve the safety of all our vehicles. This award is a testament to our commitment of providing customers with the highest level of safety standards.”  

 

The rally-bred WRX is powered by a 268 hp 2.0-liter turbocharged boxer four-cylinder engine and is priced at $26,595. New features available on the 2016 WRX include Blind Spot Detection/ Rear Cross Traffic Alert System with Lane Change Assist, as well as EyeSight ^® with Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-Collision Braking and Lane Departure Warning. Now standard on all WRX models is the latest STARLINK™ touch-screen multimedia system with support for on-screen Pandora^®, Aha^™, iHeart^® Radio, and Stitcher^™ apps from your smartphone. Premium and Limited trims add new 18-inch alloy wheels and front suspension enhancements.

 

Through September 2015, Subaru has sold 428,702 vehicles, including 25,151 WRX models. This marks the 46^th consecutive month of sales growth for Subaru. July 2015 was the best sales month for WRX in Subaru’s history with 3,716 vehicles sold. 

To win 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK, a vehicle must have “Good” ratings in all four tests of high-speed front and side crash tests, a rollover test, and evaluations of seat/head restraints for protection against neck injuries in rear impacts. In addition, “Good” or “Acceptable” performance in a small overlap front test introduced in 2012 is also required. The same level of performance in those tests, along with an “Advanced” or “Superior” rating for front crash prevention, is required for the higher accolade, 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK+.

US SALES SEPTEMBER - SUBARU - Massive growth again, and with new models due, its not going to slow soon.

• Monthly sales increase 27.8 percent over September 2014
• 46th consecutive month of year-over-year growth
• Best September ever for Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, Outback and WRX/STI
• 14.2  percent increase YTD over 2014
• 26th consecutive month of more than 10,000 Foresters sold
• 19th consecutive month of more than 10,000 Outbacks sold

Subaru of America, Inc. has reported 53,070 vehicle sales for September 2015, a 27.8 percent increase over September 2014 sales of 41,517. September marks the best-ever sales month in company history, breaking the previous record set in August 2015 (52,679). 

The company also reported year-to-date sales of 428,702 vehicles, a 14.2 percent gain over the same period in 2014.

September marked the third consecutive month that Subaru has set an all-time U.S. monthly sales record, as well as the 19th consecutive month of 40,000+ vehicle sales for the company. Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, Outback and WRX/STI sales were notably strong as each carline achieved its best September ever. 

The WRX/STI posted a 159 percent increase, while the Impreza posted a 38 percent sales increase in September. The Outback continued to bring in strong sales with an increase of 34 percent, while Crosstrek sales increased 30 percent.

“Subaru has now set three consecutive monthly sales records – achieving 53,070 vehicle sales in September,” said Thomas J. Doll, President and COO, Subaru of America, Inc. “This extraordinary success has been built on a foundation of the right product, the right positioning and most of all, a strong retail network.”

“With September sales exceeding 50,000 units for the third month in a row, Subaru is in a great position to achieve its seventh consecutive all-time sales record in 2015,” said Jeff Walters, senior vice president of sales. “We're pleased that all of our carlines are performing well and contributing to our successful results.”

Carline	Sep-15	Sep-14	% Chg	Sep-15	Sep-14	% Chg
	MTD	MTD	MTD	YTD	YTD	YTD
Forester	15,364	12,584	22.1%	129,568	117,940	9.9%
Impreza	5,555	4,040	37.5%	50,462	46,445	8.7%
WRX/STI	3,033	1,170	159.2%	25,151	17,884	40.6%
Legacy	6,277	6,198	1.3%	44,231	34,718	27.4%
Outback	15,126	11,315	33.7%	108,419	97,266	11.5%
BRZ	301	506	-40.5%	4,133	6,245	-33.8%
Crosstrek	7,414	5,691	30.3%	66,738	54,303	22.9%
TOTAL	53,070	41,517	27.8%	428,702	375,485	14.2%