2023 Subaru Crosstrek Launched In Japan With Entrance-Wheel Drive, Equipment Aplenty

There’s a widespread false impression Subaru fashions are fitted globally with all-wheel drive as normal, with the apparent exception of the tail-happy BRZ. That is not truly the case since, at house in Japan, the kei automobiles include a front-wheel-drive format. The bigger Rex crossover launched in November additionally sends energy to the entrance axle, and so does the brand new Crosstrek unveiled in mid-September.

Previously often known as the XV in some markets, the small crossover will get a two-wheel-drive base mannequin in its home market. The JDM-spec Crosstrek has gone on sale this month within the Land of the Rising Solar in Touring and Restricted trim ranges, with each giving clients the selection between FWD and AWD.

On the coronary heart of the third-generation mannequin is a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter gasoline engine growing 145 horsepower (107 kilowatts) at 6,000 rpm and 188 Newton-meters (139 pound-feet) of torque from 4,000 rpm. An electrical motor provides 13 hp (10 kW) and 65 Nm (48 lb-ft) into the combo. Efficiency figures haven’t been disclosed, however that should not be a lot of a difficulty for the standard buyer.

No matter the place the facility is routed, the 2023 Crosstrek has a floor clearance of 200 mm (almost eight inches). Weight varies between 1,540 to 1,620 kilograms (3,395 to three,571 kilos) relying on trim degree, FWD or AWD, and the optionally available tools added. There are not any different powertrains out there for now, however we can’t be too stunned if the US-spec variant will get a gas-only setup.

In typical JDM vogue, Subaru is providing a bevy of accessorizes, together with some STI-branded goodies like wheels, center-mounted twin exhaust suggestions, roof spoiler, strut bar, and a pink begin/cease button.

Pricing kicks off from 2,662,000 yen (about $20,000) for the Touring mannequin with FWD and rises to three,289,000 yen (roughly $25,000) for the Restricted with AWD. Pricing consists of the native consumption tax (10 p.c). Sticking with FWD saves you 220,000 yen ($1,600) and also you additionally get barely higher gas financial system.