The launch of Subaru All-Wheel Drive hybrid Forester and XV variants brings even greater customer choice in the brand's best-selling model ranges.
With Forester and XV ranked first and second for Subaru sales in Australia, the added variety in the brand's Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) range is anticipated to grow the models' audience even further.
Subaru's first steps in the hybrid arena form part of a long-term strategy that will produce a variety of next generation power plants and technologies in the coming years.
Subaru Australia Managing Director, Colin Christie, said: "Forester and XV are long-established sales successes in our range and we know there is pent-up demand for hybrid variants among one of the most loyal customer bases in the industry.
"We're already achieving significant fleet successes with our hybrid variants, in an area where our engineering, safety and whole-of-life costs make a compelling story.
"Now, with the formal launch into showrooms across Australia, we can see small but important opportunities to enter a growing space, in which Subaru will have an increasing presence in the not too distant future, with a variety of increasingly sophisticated and efficient hybrid – and later electric – vehicles."
Subaru has already achieved over 500 Forester and XV hybrid sales with fleet customers.
The innovative SUVs feature identical petrol-electric engines that add a new dimension and choice to Subaru's range.
XV Hybrid offers over 14% improvement in fuel efficiency over equivalent petrol variants in the urban cycle and over 7% improvement in the combined cycle, while Forester offers improvement of over 19% in the urban cycle and over 9% in the combined cycle* (compared to 2.5-litre petrol variants).
*Fuel consumption figures based on testing in accordance with ADR81/02. ADR based fuel consumption figures are for comparative purposes only and may not reflect real world results due to variables such as driving conditions and driving style.
Forester Hybrid AWD launches priced from $39,990 Manufacturer's List Price* (MLP), while XV Hybrid AWD, with an exclusive new colour option – Lagoon Blue Pearl – is priced from $35,580 MLP.
One XV Hybrid AWD variant is available and two Foresters: Hybrid L AWD and Hybrid S AWD.
As with the entire Subaru new vehicle range, all hybrid variants have a five-star rating for occupant safety from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP).
Both hybrid models feature e-Boxer power - a 2.0 litre horizontally opposed Boxer engine linked via Motor Assist to a high voltage lithium ion battery, offering fuel economy benefits, particularly in congested city driving.
The four cylinder 2.0 litre engine produces 110 Kilowatts of power at 6,000 rpm and 196 Newtonmetres of torque at 4,000 rpm and features the efficient intake/exhaust Active Valve Control System (AVCS).
The electric motor produces 12.3 kW of power and 66 Nm of torque, and is self-charging, via kinetic energy captured by regenerative braking and coasting.
The direct injection petrol engine, Motor Assist and battery combination produce smooth, linear and responsive acceleration.
The e-Boxer logic adjusts the power split between petrol and electric to match driving conditions.
It automatically changes between three modes:
- Motor Assist EV driving
- Motor Assist electric (EV) + petrol engine driving, and;
- Petrol engine driving
From standstill or at low speed, the vehicle is powered by the electric motor only, for quiet, zero-emission driving.
Depending upon driving environment, vehicle and battery condition, it can operate in fully electric mode up to 40 km/h.
When driving in fully electric mode (both forward and reverse), the Pedestrian Alert system emits a sound, to alert people in close proximity. The system operates when the vehicle speed is 24 km/h or less.
At medium speeds, combined power from both the electric and petrol engine produce responsive, linear and more fuel efficient acceleration.
At high speed, the Boxer petrol engine exclusively powers the vehicle, while regenerative braking or coasting with foot off the accelerator, recharges the lithium ion battery.
Under certain driving conditions above 40 km/h, when decelerating or coasting and the battery is charging, the petrol engine can turn off, achieving fuel saving.
As soon as the accelerator is pressed, the engine will re-start.
Depending upon driving style, the e-Boxer hybrid system can offer improved fuel consumption particularly in urban, stop-go traffic.
It also eliminates the unnatural braking feel common to some electric-only vehicles.
The e-Boxer hybrid system uses kinetic energy by converting it into electricity, delivered to the battery located in the sub cargo floor, together with the drive motor inverter and DC/DC converter. All are installed in a high-strength frame, with sound dampening and moisture-repelling qualities.
The electric motor assist and battery pack are aligned longitudinally, with the motor located near the vehicle's centre of gravity, while the battery and other components are above the rear axle, also contributing to low centre of gravity and optimising front/rear weight distribution.
An unobtrusive cooling system draws air from the cabin to help maintain the battery at operating temperature and to help ensure better longevity.
In Forester Hybrid S AWD, driver selectable SI-Drive – Subaru's powertrain performance management system – allows the driver to tailor throttle characteristics by choosing between "Intelligent" and "Sport" modes, for flexible, convenient and enjoyable driving.
Subaru's smooth and efficient Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is mated to the e-Boxer system for ultra-smooth power delivery and torque.
Motor Assist enhances X-Mode off-road capability, through better low speed torque control.
X-Mode makes it easier for drivers to safely navigate bad roads, slippery surfaces and steep hills, with just one switch. X-Mode's status is indicated visually on the Multi-Function Display (MFD) screen.
When X-Mode is engaged, at 40 km/h or less, status information is displayed on the MFD and instrument cluster, including Hill Descent Control and Vehicle Dynamics Control.
X-Mode centralizes control of the engine, All-Wheel Drive, brakes and other critical components to help ensure safe driving even on poor surfaces.
Hill Descent Control helps maintain a constant speed when the vehicle is travelling down hill.
All Subaru hybrids purchased by private buyers for private use offer a five year unlimited kilometre warranty, plus an eight-year 160,000 km lithium ion battery warranty.
SUBARU HYBRID MANUFACTURER'S LIST PRICING*
| XV Hybrid AWD |
$35,580 |
| Forester Hybrid L AWD |
$39,990 |
| Forester Hybrid S AWD |
$45,990 |
*Prices are Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited's Manufacturer's List Prices (MLP) only and include GST on the list price but exclude dealer delivery charges and all other government and statutory charges. For the drive away price of Subaru vehicles consumers should be advised to contact their local authorised Subaru dealer.
XV HYBRID AWD MY20 - MODEL SPECIFICATIONS AT A GLANCE:
SAFETY
- ABS anti-lock brakes with four-wheel discs and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
- Active Torque Vectoring
- Auto dimming rear view mirror
- Brake Assist
- Child seat anchor points on back of rear seat; ISOFIX outer rear seats
- Curtain airbags
- Driver's knee airbag
- Dual front airbags
- Dual side airbags
- Dusk sensing auto-off headlights
- EyeSight driver assist, featuring:
- Pre-collision braking
- Adaptive cruise control
- Pre-collision throttle management
- Lead vehicle start alert
- Lane departure warning
- Lane Keep Assist
- Front LED fog lights
- Front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters
- Front height adjustable seatbelt anchors
- Pedestrian alert system
- Rain sensing front windscreen wipers
- Rear door child lock
- Rear seat reminder
- Rear view camera
- Ring-shaped reinforced passenger cabin
- Seatbelt indicator lights
- Side intrusion bars
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Three-point A/ELR rear seatbelt
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Vehicle Dynamics Control
- Vision Assist:
- Blind spot monitoring
- Lane change assist
- High beam assist
- Rear cross traffic alert
- Reverse automatic braking
- X-Mode
INTERIOR
- 6.5-inch infotainment display, Apple CarPlay™ and Google Android Auto™ compatible, digital radio (DAB+), six speaker audio, steering wheel controls
- Automatic climate control air conditioning
- Bottle holders in all doors + two cup holders in centre console & rear armrest
- Cargo area light
- Cargo hooks
- Cargo security blind
- Central locking - remote
- Cruise control – steering wheel buttons
- Driver's footrest
- Energy flow display
- Height and reach adjustable steering column
- Height adjustable driver's seat
- Immobiliser security system
- Leather finish steering wheel and gear shift
- Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission with paddle shift
- Map lights (2)
- Power steering, folding mirrors and windows
- Premium cloth trim – charcoal colour
- Remote fuel lid release – tethered fuel cap
- Seatback pocket (front passenger side)
- Two remote central locking keys
- Vanity mirrors
- 60/40 split-fold rear seat
- 12V/120W power jacks (two)
EXTERIOR
- 17-inch alloy wheels (17x7J, with a 225/60R17 99H tyre)
- Colour-coded mirrors and door handles
- Heated door mirrors
- Rear privacy glass
- Rear roof spoiler with LED brake light
- Rear roof mounted shark fin radio antenna
- Rear wiper
- Roof rails - black
OTHER FEATURES
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
- Subaru Global Platform
- Five-year unlimited kilometre warranty
- Eight-year/160,000 km warranty – Lithium-ion battery
- 2.0 litre DOHC direct injection horizontally opposed e-Boxer engine produces 110 Kilowatts of power at 6,000 rpm and 196 Newtonmetres of torque at 4,000 rpm
- 12-month/12,500 kilometres Capped Price Service schedule
- Electric motor produces 12.3 kW and 66 Nm
XV HYBRID AWD ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
|
Type
Cylinders
Displacement
Bore x stroke
Compression ratio
Cam-train system
Fuel system
Maximum power
Maximum torque
Emissions
Electric motor:
Power
Torque
|
Horizontally opposed, naturally aspirated
Four
1,995 cc
84 x 90
12.5:1
DOHC with dual AVCS
Direct Injection, Electronic Throttle Control
110 kW/6,000 rpm
196 Nm/4,000 rpm
EURO 6
Permanent magnet AC synchronous motor
12.3 kW
66 Nm
|
TRANSMISSION – LINEARTRONIC CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
| First |
3.533 (Manual mode) |
| Second |
1.892 (M mode) |
| Third |
1.474 (M mode) |
| Fourth |
1.228 (M mode) |
| Fifth |
1.024 (M mode) |
| Sixth |
0.852 (M mode) |
| Seventh |
0.682 (M mode) |
| Reverse |
3.689 |
| Final reduction |
3.700 |
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
| Overall length mm |
4,465 |
| Overall width mm |
1,800 |
| Overall height mm |
1,595 (with roof rails) |
| Wheelbase mm |
2,665 |
| Track – front mm |
1,550 |
| Track – rear mm |
1,555 |
| Min. ground clearance mm |
220 |
| Kerb weight kg: |
1,576 |
FUEL
| Fuel consumption (L/100km) combined: |
6.5 |
| Carbondioxide (g/km) combined: |
147 |
| Fuel tank capacity |
48 litres |
| Minimum fuel requirement: |
91 RON |
STEERING, BRAKES, TYRES & TOWING
| Steering |
Electric power assistance rack and pinion |
| Turning circle (metres) |
10.8 |
| Turning radius |
5.4 |
|
Suspension:
Front
Rear
|
MacPherson-type struts, lower L-arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Double wishbone, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
Brakes (mm):
Front
Rear |
Ventilated discs
Ventilated discs
|
| Tyres: |
225/60R17 99H |
| Rim: |
17-inch alloy x7J |
|
Towing capacity (kg):
Maximum towball download (kg):
|
With brakes:
1,270
Without brakes:
650
127
|
FORESTER HYBRID AWD MY20 - MODEL SPECIFICATIONS AT A GLANCE:
FORESTER HYBRID L AWD
SAFETY
- ABS anti-lock brakes with four-wheel discs (ventilated), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Vectoring
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH)
- Blind spot detection
- Child seat anchor points
- Curtain airbags – full length (front and rear)
- Driver's knee airbag
- Dual front airbags
- Dual front side airbags
- Electronic parking brake
- EyeSight driver assist
- Front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters; height adjustable anchors
- Front LED fog lights with chrome-type surround
- Lane Change Assist (LCA)
- LED tail lights
- Steering responsive auto-off headlights, dusk sensing, with integrated Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
- Pedestrian Alert System
- Rain sensing front windscreen wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Rear door child locks
- Rear view camera with washer
- Safety pedals - shock absorbing brake pedal
- Seatbelt indicator lights – all seats
- Side intrusion bars
- Sun visor extensions
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Three-point A/ELR rear centre seatbelt
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)
- Vision Assist, including:
- Front View Monitor (FVM)
- Side View Monitor (SVM)
- Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB)
- Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)
- X-Mode
INTERIOR
- 6.5-inch infotainment display, Apple CarPlay™ and Google Android Auto™ compatible, digital radio (DAB+), six speaker audio, steering wheel controls
- Air ducts for rear passengers
- Auto Stop Start
- Blue highlight instrument cluster
- Bluetooth connectivity and voice recognition
- Bottle holders in each door + two cup holders in centre console and rear armrest
- Cargo area light
- Cargo hooks (four)
- Central locking - remote
- Climate control air conditioning – dual zone with rear vents
- Cruise control – steering wheel buttons
- Driver Monitoring System - Driver Focus - including:
- Distraction warning
- Doze/drowsiness warning
- Air conditioning setting (last use)
- MFD setting (last use)
- MID setting (last use)
- Driver's footrest
- Electro-luminescent gauges
- Energy Flow Display
- Front puddle lights
- Heated front seats, 3-level adjustment
- Height and reach adjustable steering column
- Height adjustable driver's seat
- Immobiliser security system
- Leather finish steering wheel and gearshift
- LED map lights (x2)
- Overhead console
- Multi-Function Display (MFD)
- Power steering, mirrors and windows
- Premium cloth trim – black
- Privacy glass – rear doors, rear quarter, tailgate
- Push-type fuel lid release – tethered fuel cap. Auto locks when vehicle locked or car in motion
- Rear seat centre armrest
- Rear seat recline
- Seatback pockets (divided)
- Security blind
- Steering wheel audio, phone, EyeSight, MFD and MID controls
- USB charge port – rear x 2
- USB connection - front
- Vanity mirrors - illuminated
- 60/40 split-fold rear seat
- 12V/120W power jacks (three)
EXTERIOR
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Black rear garnish
- Chrome coloured exterior door handles
- Electronic, heated folding door mirrors – matte silver finish
- Front, side and rear silver coloured cladding
- Rear mud guards
- Rear spoiler
- Rear wiper
- Roof rails
- Shark fin antenna
- Silver highlights on roof rail tie down points
- Wheel arch and side cladding
OTHER FEATURES
- Auto cargo door unlock on key
- Automatic transmission lock-out - need foot on brake, key in ignition "on" position, to release lever
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
- Paddleshift Lineartronic™ Constantly Variable Transmission (CVT) with seven-speed manual mode
- Smart key and push button engine start
- Speed limiter
- Subaru Global Platform
- Five-year unlimited kilometre warranty
- 2.0 litre DOHC direct injection horizontally opposed e-Boxer engine produces 110 Kilowatts of power at 6,000 rpm and 196 Newtonmetres of torque at 4,000 rpm
- 12-month/12,500 kilometres Capped Price Service schedule
- Electric motor produces 12.3 kW and 66 Nm
FORESTER HYBRID S AWD ADDS (to HYBRID L specification):
INTERIOR
- Alloy sports pedals
- Door and dash panel trim - upgraded
- DMS additional features:
- Auto driver's seat adjustment
- Auto door mirror adjustment
- Electric folding rear seats – one touch
- Electric sunroof
- Factory-fitted satellite navigation powered by TomTom
- Harman kardon® premium audio, with sub-woofer and amplifier
- Leather look instrument panel finish
- Leather trim
- Perforated lower console surround with white stitching
- Piano black rear cup holders with chrome highlights
- SI-Drive – with steering wheel controls
- USB connection x 2 - front
- X-Mode – two-mode rotary dial with silver highlights
- 8.0-inch infotainment display
- 8-way power driver and front passenger seats with position memory
EXTERIOR
- Auto dipping passenger door mirror
- Auto power folding door mirrors
- Chrome-look window moulding
- Powered cargo door – with auto switching control and smart lock
- Tail pipe cover
- 18-inch alloy wheels
FORESTER HYBRID AWD MY20 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
|
Type
Cylinders
Displacement
Bore x stroke
Compression ratio
Cam-train system
Fuel system
Maximum power
Maximum torque
Emissions
Electric motor:
Power
Torque
|
Horizontally opposed, naturally aspirated
Four
1,995 cc
84 x 90
12.5:1
DOHC with dual AVCS
Direct Fuel Injection, Electronic Throttle Control
110 kW/6,000 rpm
196 Nm/4,000 rpm
EURO6
Permanent magnet AC synchronous motor
12.3 kW
66 Nm
|
TRANSMISSION RATIOS
| |
LINEARTRONIC CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE |
| D range |
3.552-0.682 |
| First |
3.552 |
| Second |
1.892 |
| Third |
1.474 |
| Fourth |
1.228 |
| Fifth |
1.024 |
| Sixth |
0.852 |
| Seventh |
0.682 |
| Reverse |
3.689 |
| Final reduction |
3.900 |
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
| Overall length mm |
4,625 |
| Overall width mm |
1,815 (2,065 including mirrors) |
| Overall height mm |
1,730 |
| Wheelbase mm |
2,670 |
| Tread – front mm |
1,565 |
| Tread – rear mm |
1,570 |
| Front overhang mm |
965 |
| Rear overhang mm |
990 |
| Approach angle degree |
18.7 |
| Departure angle degree |
24.6 |
| Break over angle degree |
19.6 |
| Min. ground clearance mm |
220 |
|
Kerb weight (unladen mass) kg:
Hybrid L AWD
Hybrid S AWD
Gross vehicle mass (GVM) kg:
|
1,643
1,682
2,223
|
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
| Front shoulder room mm |
1,478 |
| Rear shoulder room mm |
1,454 |
| Hip room front mm |
1,374 |
| Hip room rear mm |
1,361 |
| Rear gate opening height mm |
816 |
| Rear opening width at floor mm |
1,258 |
| Cargo space height mm |
884 (824 with sunroof) |
| Cargo floor width mm |
1,585 (1,100 wheel housing) |
Cargo floor length mm
(back seat down) |
1,856 |
Cargo floor length mm
(back seat up) |
908 |
Cargo volume Litres
(back seat down) |
1,071 |
Cargo volume Litres
(back seat up) |
509 |
Cargo volume to roof Litres
(back seat down) |
1,779 |
FUEL
| Fuel consumption (L/100km) combined: |
6.7 |
| Carbondioxide combined (g/km): |
152 |
| Fuel tank capacity |
48 |
| Recommended fuel specification: |
91 to 98 RON |
STEERING, BRAKES, TYRES & TOWING
| Steering |
Electric power steering |
| Turning circle kerb-to-kerb – (metres) |
10.8 |
| Turning radius |
5.4 |
|
Suspension:
Front
Rear
Brakes:
Front
Rear
Front disc outer diameter mm:
Hybrid L AWD
Hybrid S AWD
Rear disc outer diameter mm
Front brake calliper (pot size & quantity)
Rear brake calliper (pot size & quantity)
|
MacPherson strut-type
Double wishbone
Ventilated discs
Ventilated discs
316
316
285
42.8 x 2
40.0 x 1
|
|
Tyres:
Hybrid L AWD
Hybrid S AWD
|
Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport 225/60 R17 99V
Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport 225/55 R18 98V |
Rim:
Hybrid L AWD
Hybrid S AWD |
17-inch alloy 17 x 7J
18-inch alloy 18 x 7J |
|
Towing capacity (kg):
Maximum towball download (kg):
|
With brakes:
1,200
Without brakes:
750
120
|
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