Subaru XV Car News in the Philippines

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is expected to make its Philippine debut on July 19; it will come to the local market with a new exterior, a more technologically advanced interior, and several new features that will make it even more competitive in the segment. Here are the key features you can expect to find on the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek once it makes its Philippine debut. Also read: What's new? What you can expect to see with the upcoming 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Exterior Regarding its exterior, the 202

Joey Deriquito

Jul 12, 2023

Subaru Philippines is set to launch the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek on July 19, 2023, replacing the Subaru XV. It will be available in two variants: the 2.0-iL EyeSight and the top-spec 2.0-iS EyeSight. That said, we will look at what the new crossover will bring to the table in terms of the features that the Japanese automaker might bring to the Philippine market. Updated exterior design The new Subaru Crosstrek has a sleeker design language compared to its predecessor. While the body shape remains s

Joey Deriquito

Jul 6, 2023

Motor Image Philippines, the official distributor of Subaru vehicles in the country, recently dropped a teaser image of the upcoming 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. Its launch is scheduled for July 19, 2023 and will be available in two variants: the 2.0-iL EyeSight and the top-spec 2.0-iS EyeSight. For those unaware, the Crosstrek is now the new name of the Subaru XV, which is now in its third generation in the country. The Japanese automaker has yet to share the official specifications for the crossover

Joey Deriquito

Jun 23, 2023

The 2023 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) is around the corner, with car brands ready to showcase their latest vehicles for the event. These automakers have even released several teasers for their upcoming cars to build hype for them before their grand reveal. That said, we will quickly cover the different models that are appearing at the auto show. Some brands have already stated what they will showcase at the event, while others have yet to fully reveal what they intend to launch. The lis

Joey Deriquito

Apr 11, 2023

Whatever the reason, there are now more women who are spending a lot of time behind the wheel. In fact, women car buyers now account for nearly half of total car sales, according to industry estimates. This can be attributed to more women joining the workforce, starting their own businesses, increased purchasing power and other factors. As such, car manufacturers have even started to take into account what women drivers want. These include convenience features that drivers of all sexes will appr

Francis Pallarco

Mar 30, 2023

Another weekend, another edition of AutoFun Philippines Rearview Roundup. We’ve been seeing a lot of new models coming out in other parts of the world, many of which may find their way to our shores. Check out the top five stories from March 13 to 17, 2023. Bring it in, Honda! The Honda WR-V is the strongest predator of the Toyota Raize. And following its global debut in Indonesia, it’s now in Thailand, too. Sporting mechanicals from the Honda City and Honda BR-V, the WR-V is the littlest crosso

VJ Bacungan

Mar 19, 2023

The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek made its ASEAN debut on March 2023 with its launch in Indonesia. It officially replaces the Subaru XV within the brand’s lineup with its quick name change. The new model comes with a revised front fascia over the XV, which gives it a sportier look thanks to its new front bumper, new foglight bezels and sleeker LED headlights. It is also available in the following colors: Offshore Blue Metallic and Oasis Blue. For its standard color options, the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek col

Joey Deriquito

Mar 13, 2023

The Subaru XV remains one of the most popular models of local Subaru importer Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc. Essentially a jacked-up Subaru Impreza hatchback, the XV combines good interior space, generous ground clearance, and the company’s trademark Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. An all-new version of the XV (also known as the Crosstrek) was officially unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show on February 2023. Subtle exterior changes The 2024 Crosstrek may ride on an all-new platform, but styling re

VJ Bacungan

Feb 10, 2023

The World Rally Championship, Collin McRae, Richard Burns, and the turbocharged Impreza – are the significant things that will permanently be associated with the Subaru brand. The Japanese carmaker has built a near-cult status for its exploits in the top level of rally racing. Its vivid-blue cars hurtled through dirt roads and treacherous forests, backed by a symphony of boxer-engine rumble and blow-off valve whistling. Much of this success is down to what has also become a Subaru trademark – Sy

VJ Bacungan

Dec 9, 2022

The all-new 2024 Subaru Impreza has been unveiled at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show. As the sixth generation of the famed Impreza line of the Japanese brand, it will now come as a 5-door hatchback sans the sedan. Three trims have been announced, Base, Sport, and the new RS. What's new? Highlighting the unveil is the RS variant's 2.5-liter 184 PS and 241 Nm Subaru Boxer engine, which is mated to a CVT with eight preset ratios available in manual mode using the paddle shifters. Also, a first is th

Mikko David

Nov 18, 2022