Impreza Geneva 2010: Subaru Impreza XV

[HighestOfHigh]

Like the recently redesigned Forester and Outback, the Impreza XV unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show this week gives us yet another Subaru that looks more SUV-like than its predecessor. Subaru pulled this trick off by giving the XV a heftier-looking grille, beefier wheel arches, thicker, more purposeful-looking roof rails and a new, boomerang-look rear spoiler. You'll also notice the little bumperettes up front flanking the new grille.

Don't like the way it looks? Don't worry, as the Impreza XV will not be headed our (U.S.) way. However, you're going to have to learn to live with it should you live in Europe. That won't be too hard to do as the XV ships with your choice of either a peppy 2.0-liter boxer gas engine or torquey turbo-diesle boxer mill, the latter motivator being the power plant that best compliments the new XV's so-so trucky looks.

- Geneva 2010: Subaru Impreza XV looks buffer, not any better — Autoblog

 

[Sunny]

Question, does black plastic cladding along the bottom periphery of a vehicle give it off road capabilities?

 

[Merc1]

LoL...in marketing land....YES.

I don't think even Martin will like this one.

M

 

[Beemer B773ER]

Heck, Martin thinks his regular Impreza is ugly, he's gonna shake his head over this cheap variation.

I guess they've got to try and produce some more variants off the Impreza line, and this sort of vehicle definitely fits in with their brand image...but it doesn't really work. If you're thinking of buying this, just get the Forester instead.

Is BMW planning a lawsuit against Subaru for using 'XV' since some might inteperet the 'V' as the number 5 ?

 

[martinbo]

I saw it two days ago and was:

a) too pissed off
b) too embarrassed

to post it on this forum.

[Clicks on the "Go Advanced" button in browser to find that face-palm smiley - no luck there either...]

What lessons did Subaru not learn from the abysmally pointless Rover Streetwise? If you're looking for a cool crossover vehicle a la VW CrossPolo then you'd better be sure that the car underneath is comensurately cool to begin with. The Impreza - bless her little rubber boots - is not a cool car. It lacks exterior finishing and detailing that makes cars like the Golf and A3 so much more convincing to look at.

How'd I know - well, duh..?

On top of the poor decision to milk the hatch design and bring about something it's not meant to be (an Impreza Outback) they also went and did the amazing thing of slapping on the ugliest grill humanly possible on what is, before that, a fairly nice to look at and distinctive frontal aspect. They could not have put on an uglier grill if they tried...

Four Subarus later and countless hours in my lifetime of loyalty and appreciation. Still, we persevere...

 

[PanterroR]

[Clicks on the "Go Advanced" button in browser to find that face-palm smiley - no luck there either...]

Just for you, my friend:

 

[aleks_16]

I like Subarus but even a dacia duster is cooler then this.....

Dacia Duster :

 

[Human]

Martin, sorry bro! ...I felt the same way when the Mini Countryman was launched

 

[Monster]

On top of the poor decision to milk the hatch design and bring about something it's not meant to be (an Impreza Outback) they also went and did the amazing thing of slapping on the ugliest grill humanly possible on what is, before that, a fairly nice to look at and distinctive frontal aspect. They could not have put on an uglier grill if they tried...

Not to mention those cannon sized front fog lights.


Subaru has given the Impreza the off road treatment in each generation, perhaps there is a market for it, even in these times when a lot of people are going for those mini SUV.

 

[Mr Robert]

Awww.. it looks it is trying to dress up like a MINI

 

[HighestOfHigh]

a) too pissed off
b) too embarrassed

Awww....Sorry to hear that Martin! Maybe next time Subaru will get it right.

 

[Giannis]

I have a little question: What does the XV better that the normal Impreza doen't?

 

[coolraoul]

I have a little question: What does the XV better that the normal Impreza doen't?

Scare the children.

 

[HighestOfHigh]

I have a little question: What does the XV better that the normal Impreza doen't?

PRESS RELEASE

Exhibition Outline of the 80th Geneva International Motor Show

Tokyo, February 5, 2010 - Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, today announced that it will exhibit the "SUBARU HYBRID TOURER CONCEPT" as an European premiere and unveil the "Subaru Impreza XV" as a world premiere, which will be marketed this summer in Europe, at the 80th Geneva International Motor Show slated for March in Geneva, Switzerland (Press day: March 2 and 3; Open to the public from March 4 through 14).

It will also showcase the "Subaru Plug-in STELLA", a production electric vehicle launched in Japan last year, "BOXER DIESEL" models, and highlight Subaru's unique Horizontally-Opposed Boxer Engine technologies. With these exhibits and throughout the booth design, FHI will showcase Subaru's efforts to integrate enjoyable and reliable driving with environmentally friendly solutions. The press conference by President Ikuo Mori is scheduled at the Subaru booth on March 2, 2010 at 15.45h

Employing the Subaru's core technology of "Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)" and "Horizontally-Opposed Boxer Engine", the "SUBARU HYBRID TOURER CONCEPT" reflects Subaru's vision of the future grand touring car. Presented with an eye-catching sculpted exterior design, the concept offers an ideal combination of Subaru's authentic driving performance, all-round safety features and environmental friendliness provided by its unique hybrid system.

The "Subaru Impreza XV", developed on the basis of the iconic Impreza 5-door model, offers a new crossover styling. Exclusively designed front grille and wheel arch, and specially equipped roof rails and a roof spoiler accentuate the uniqueness of this special Impreza version. The available 2.0-litre Horizontally-opposed petrol engine and the turbo BOXER DIESEL engine comply with European EURO 5 regulations for enhanced environmental friendliness.

- Subaru confirms Impreza XV crossover debut for Geneva — Autoblog