Subaru has brought the new XV model in Europe better known in North America as Crosstrek. It still has the same dimensions in and out the major differences are in the interior and in the engine who according the engineers has been about 80% complete redesigned. Has get now a direct injection and its power output in now 156 HP and 196 Nm at 4000 r/min. The 2.0 engine is still paired to a CVT transmission which contribute to the relativ low fuel consumption but in the other side lack in the performance with its elastic feeling and late response. The chassis is now much more rigid than the previous model and offers a quiet and excellent ride. Is quiet and very well made all the parts seem to fit and the interior materials are impressive for the class. On the dash now dominates a new giant infotainment monitor and right above another smaller monitor shows other interesting drivers information. The XV has all the new Drivers Assistant features and gadgets plus the very well Eye sight safety Subaru system with 2 cameras supporting all these new safety systems.
The fuel consumption is adequate for the class and the relativ high weight of the vehicle. The quality from the color to the outstanding 4 wheel drive system is very good and the 5 year guarantee is standard to all Subaru models.
