The second-generation Subaru XV was launched just last week and in two forms – the 2.0i and 2.0i-P. Priced from RM118,819 to RM125,868 respectively, on-the-road before insurance, the locally-assembled XV’s identity remains unmistakable with familiar styling cues.
Right off the bat, the XV’s footprint is largely the same as before and is basically an Impreza on stilts. The taller ride height offers 220 mm ground clearance, which is the same as before, although the centre of gravity is lower here. The fresh redesign brings to the table a sleeker profile, slimmer LED headlights with LED daytime running lights (2.0i gets halogen reflectors with LED DRLs), a bolder-looking grille and bigger, chunkier, two-tone 17-inch wheels.
Big here is what’s unseen – the crossover rides on the new Subaru Global Platform, which increases body and chassis rigidity by over 70% compared to its predecessor. Strapped to the underside of the bonnet is a horizontally-opposed, naturally-aspirated 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine. According to Subaru, 80% of the direct-injection engine has been reworked, now making 156 PS and 196 Nm of torque.
Paired to the engine is a new Lineartronic CVT with auto-step shift control and seven virtual ratios, which sends drive to all four corners through the company’s symmetrical all-wheel drive system. It now features the Forester’s X-Mode system for better control in low-traction situations, while the Active Torque Vectoring helps improve the car’s driving dynamics.
The cabin too has been given a fresh new design, with both variants getting an electronic parking brake, cruise control, an eight-inch touchscreen display, a six-speaker audio system, a 4.2-inch TFT LCD instrument panel info display, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, paddle shifters and a rear-view camera as standard.
Safety wise, there’s seven airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and rear Isofix child seat anchors as standard. Up to six colours can be had, beginning with Sunshine Orange, Dark Blue Pearl, Pure White, Ice Silver Metallic, Dark Grey Metallic and Crystal Black Silica.
But enough writing – watch as our man Hafriz Shah takes you through what exactly is new on the new Subaru XV and what you’re getting for your money. You can also browse full specifications and equipment, and get the best deals on a new car, on CarBase.my.
GALLERY: Subaru XV 2.0i-P
GALLERY: Subaru XV 2.0i
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Very well spec’ed car from Subaru Malaysia and the only one in its class with AWD as standard. Makes the new XV a very competitive crossover with the ability go anywhere. This is how a proper crossover is done Toyota CH-R.
Don’t forget Honda HRV!
Don’t forget Proton Vitara! Be patriotik pipu!!
HRV not AWD
Our CHR is underspeced and overpriced. But the funny part is, why UMW don’t want to bring the Hybrid CHR and benefit from tax reduction? Can even sell it for RM100k instead of RM148k.
Singapore has brought the CHR Hybrid
What to do. Toyota jepunis veli stingy with their hybrid system, dunwan share here unlike Honda jepunis & kimchi.
toyota Camry hybrid, Prius, Lexus CT all over bolehland. Come out of ur caveman..
From that list only Camry hybrid is CKD. that makes it affordable. So whos the caveman now?
wait for Boyue 84K
Boyue cannot sell for RM84k. The bodohs at Proton will put it so high like RM100k
I really like Subarus in general and this new XV looks great and well-specced. 7 airbags! Nice interior design. It even has Apple Carplay/Android Auto! (Suck it UMWT, ETCM and Bermaz). And on Hondas you only can get the two infotainment systems on the more expensive Accord, CR-V and Civic.
The only issue that detracts from it is lack of Subaru Eyesight. Come on Motor Image, even the new Myvi has A.S.A. lah…
Check ur info la bro….all spec for honda civic crv and accord got android auto n carplay laa…plz dont talk nonsense n get ur info right b4 commenting…
DK did say Honda has it too…
Subaru resale value can not beat Honda. If you buy Honda crv turbo you know your suv is faster and money is put in good use. When you buy Honda your parents, spouse our girlfriend and friends also approve. Used car dealers also will take in your car without complaint about hard to resell. Automatically offer you high price. You get a Subaru, the used car dealer will not buy and entertain you. I’ve seen it first hand.
my girlfren mom prefer to drive Mazda 2.2 turboDiesel
Don’t blame you, if you merely buy car for resale… yup, it’s always safer if you buy something ordinary…
Different class bro.. subaru is for high class people with extra money to spend. Honda only for…
Subaru quality > Honda quality. I have the latest Accord and previous XV, so I know better than you kid. Now go follow your mom for back to school shopping.
Dk, he’s not talking about quality. He’s talking about the perceived value of the brand and resale.
I’m trying to explain to that boy buying cars is not about resale value alone. What’s the point of buying gor resale value but suffering poor quality on a daily basis?
i have to agree. Well said. People here dont want to admit to facts. btw Boyue will be worse RV
Bao Teng need more soft loans to survive
my wife almost divorced me when i said i wanted to switch frm honda to subaru. luckily i came to my senses and bought another honda instead. phew
great car for the price, Honda, Toyota, Nissan can’t come close in term of handling based on similar price range, king of the road when wet, for style of course very subjective.
how the hell they did orange stitching on plastic?
Pity no MT version as it would have harness the potential of the boxer engine. CVT is more suited for lazy driving. At least a DCT would be better off for people who have problem with their left leg.
Direct swap frm BRZ MT tranny, club mmbr done it.
mintak macam2
MT la sedangkan kat bukit pun kete mengundur
DCT la dah servis cincai kata tak elok
pilihan bijak CVT la.. boleh pegang phone sambil drive
Hahaha…
its almost 2018 and 2 years before 2020, Subaru still playing with manual and digitalised air-cond control.
Look, even the new Myvi is all digital across variants. Very ashamed for >100k still have manual.
boot space is a little too small…good for young couple or single..not good for young family
Boyue family SUV. Best or nothing.
Still waiting for test drive units to arrive at showrooms…
Hafriz look so chubby so cute wanna pinch his face!
Wonderful car indeed.