REDESIGNED Last year, Subaru redesigned its compact Impreza—this year it’s the Crosstrek’s turn. The Crosstrek is based on the Impreza. In fact, you could say that it’s the crossover SUV version of the Impreza. Many of the components are the same, but there are significant differences too. The first …
LIKE A BLAST FROM THE PAST The Subaru BRZ brings back memories of a sports car from decades ago. It’s got the simple, straightforward approach to driving fun of the old Datsun 240Z—small engine, standard manual gearbox and great handling. And you can add to that …
TOTALLY REDESIGNED The Impreza is the oft forgotten car in the Subaru Lineup. Most people think of Outbacks or Foresters when considering this brand. However, Subaru hopes to raise the profile of their compact entry with a total redesign for 2017. As before, the Impreza is being offered …
STILL GOING STRONG If there is a hall of fame at Subaru headquarters back in Japan, a prominent place should be set aside for the Outback wagon. It’s the vehicle that saved Subaru’s American operation. Back in the mid ‘90s, the Japanese automaker was struggling for its very existence …
A JACKED-UP IMPREZA The folks at Subaru lifted a page from their Outback playbook when they created the XV Crosstrek. A couple of decades ago, Subaru took its Legacy wagon jacked up the suspension; added SUV styling cues and called it the Outback. Last year, The Japanese automaker did …
BIGGER AND BETTER Subaru redesigned its Forester this year, and it is more popular than ever. Over 100,000 of these compact crossovers will find new homes by the end of 2013. The Forester is fast approaching the sales numbers of Subaru’s flagship, the Outback. The reason for its …
Impreza Impresses Subaru redesigned its compact Impreza for 2012 and improved it in a number of ways. It has stronger styling, a more spacious interior and much better fuel economy. It’s also a pleasure to drive. The Impreza comes as a four-door sedan and a five-door hatchback again this …
Forester Little Changed for 2011 The Subaru Forester has eased into the 2011 model year with only a few minor changes. There is a new “Touring” trim level at the top of the line, and a navigation system is now optional. The Forester was redesigned three years ago and …
Latest Legacy More Mainstream Subaru has hit on the right formula with its latest Legacy sedan. Sales have taken off—up nearly 50-percent in 2010. One of the reasons for its success is that this midsize sedan now matches the segment leaders, like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, in …
Outback Goes Crossover Subaru is on a roll. The Japanese automaker was one of only three car companies (along with Hyundai and Kia) to increase sales in the U.S. in 2009. Furthermore, they are off to a good start this year. Their redesigned Outback has been named Motor Trend’s …
