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Subaru Outback reviews



Launched in Europe in 1996, the Subaru Outback pioneering concept of "Crossover," which combines comfort, interior space and superior way of holding a family farm with off-road capability and ground clearance of a vehicle commercial sport. This special blend of skills are honed.

The new Subaru Forester is longer, wider and taller than the model it replaces. It is also better able and more engaging to drive on road and off-road and offers more space and comfort for all occupants.

Although it retains the bold, assured attitude of his predecessors, the new Outback has a brand new "face". There is a prominent grille, which now has Subaru-brand "wing" pattern. This detail fat, combined with a pair of ultra-modern, three-dimensional headlights gives the car a go anywhere look subtle but concentrated.

Profile Subaru Outback continues through premium brands muscular flared wheel arches, standard 17-inch alloys fit and a glass house framed by chrome. Its roofline sweeps back where he meets new body color D-pillars.

Inside is a sophisticated interior design that blends seamlessly with the new Subaru Outback subtly muscular exterior lines. Subaru design team is very focused on the production of a sense of space and quality and, thanks to several improvements, such as adjusting the seat higher, softer cushioning to reduce NVH, the cabin of a Subaru Outback even more luxury and pampering to travel.

The 1998 cc diesel, which has a six-speed manual transmission, produces 150 hp and maximum torque of 350 Nm a.

Bragging completely redesigned suspension and a new all-steel structure of the unitary state, handling and stability Subaru Outback has been significantly improved. The presence of the company's highly acclaimed Japanese AWD system also reassure buyers that it is the sure-footed at all times.

DESIGN AND PLANNING

It is clear that inherit dynamic style "crossover" of his predecessors, but with a bolder silhouette and distinctive projects of the new fourth-generation Subaru Outback larger presence, both on and off road. The increase in the length, width, height and wheelbase of the vehicle, provided that the design team at Subaru to give the Subaru Outback a more muscular and expressive design.
The vertical grille pattern that divides family'wing Subaru "is more visible and positioned in a higher position by providing a stronger, better looking vehicle. The separate three-dimensional shape more angular headlamps with separate fog lights round at both ends of the bumper abundant reflects a greater sense of stability.

Sides of the vehicle are now most important feature of the overall design, with pronounced, muscular wheel arches and a new Subaru Outback mention of a go-anywhere four-wheel drive bases. Edge of the glass-house framed by chrome trim enhance the feeling of premium quality.

The roofline tapers quietly behind, if it meets the new, colored D-pillars (the previous generation Outback D-pillars were clad in black-and-panel visually expand the greenhouse). This feature new design emphasizes the development of a uniform appearance and increases the feeling of solidity.

When all the Subaru Outback, 17-inch alloy wheels are standard.

More space inside the new high quality chalet

Sophisticated inner harmony with the Subaru Outback is subtly muscular exterior lines and focused, and gives much more spacious cabin with a real sense of quality.

The design team was a key mantra of "Feeling active and Quality", and at the same time take advantage of more available within the new body, has focused the attention to detail to ensure easy access to functions for the driver and passenger comfort for long journeys. Double seal on all doors and windows to improve the refinement, reducing the intrusion of wind noise.

The all-new, most of the front seats provide good comfort and support, with 10-way power adjustable on the driver's seat (including lumbar support), and adjustment of power to four lanes in the passenger seat. The front seats are equipped with soft cushions and 20% of seat backs 10% softer.
Driving benefits home to several options, with an increase of 10 mm forward / off slide back, moving 20 mm high again, an increase of 2 degrees of tilt and lumbar cushion 20 mm. Rear passengers also offer greater comfort, with reclining 60/40 split over a range of 20 degrees.

Front of the driver, a new instrument panel with four rings described in the aluminum rings, and the new three-spoke steering wheel is leather wrapped, with integrated audio and cruise control and a wider range of adjustment - 40 mm both reach and rake.

Subaru Outback with leather seats as standard.

MOTORS

This 1998 cc diesel engine is based on the Subaru "Boxer Diesel" in March 2008 - the first boxer diesel engine for passenger cars produced in volume. It produces a maximum power of 150 hp and maximum torque of 350 Nm between 1800 and 2400 revolutions per minute.

Subaru Outback for 2011, this engine has several unique technical improvements and strengthening of ecological character. The shape of the piston has been changed to a pattern of wide and shallow. This, along with improvements in the flow in the combustion chamber, combustion efficiency and reduces the production of particulate matter. A "lift sensor" was added to the variable geometry turbocharger for a more precise control of the blades.
Spark plugs have been changed from one type of metal to a ceramic type, increasing the maximum operating temperature and provide better cold start.

Fuel injection control is optimized and the intake manifold has been redesigned to improve resin flow characteristics of air torque and fuel consumption. An additional advantage of the new resin is weight reduction of 1.5 kg in the previous version of aluminum.

One of the muffler is used to optimize engine performance and noise level, but also to save weight. In addition, a vibration-absorbing structure in the middle of the main drain pipe also reduces the noise level.

Subaru Boxer Diesel is equipped with a closed diesel particulate filter (DPF) that has a filter in the shape of the honeycomb of silicon carbide. DPF, which is down the turbocharger to keep the car a low center of gravity, improving the efficiency of the combustion engine and reduce exhaust particles, to promote respect for the environment.

And finally, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler has been expanded to improve efficiency by 12% - reduction of NOx emissions to ensure that the new Outback is compatible with Euro 5 gas exhaust.

Provides excellent protection for the safety of collisions

Use the advanced reinforcement ring-shaped body through the Subaru Outback improves the safety of collisions and resistance against influences from all directions. Additional support is newly adopted sub-frame mounting system for an enlarged front crumple zone, to further improve occupant protection.

In a frontal collision, the new front sub-frame deforms in a controlled and pushed the engine back and down. As a result, disappears behind the movement of such a large mass effect and energy to assist in the efficient absorption of collision energy in the structure of the main body.

To strengthen the protection side, ultra-high strength steel plate (980 MPa level) used for the B-pillar and side sill structures to improve the local taxi rigidity region. In addition, two-door impact beams placed in each front door and back. Optimally placing the beams on the internal structure of the door is enough space provided to minimize the crushing intrusion. In addition, a door sensor "mounted to prevent the bottom of the back door to twist in the cabin - especially in rear impacts.

Despite the relatively short rear overhang, the structure Subaru Outback has been optimized so that the rear impact energy is absorbed efficiently in a controlled and gradual crushing of the rear sub-frame.

Subaru Impreza WRX STI (2011) [reviews]




Subaru of America introduced a new version of the model 4-door flagship of the Subaru Impreza WRX STI performance. This is the first time the Subaru Impreza WRX STI has been offered in two body styles (5 doors and 4 doors). In addition to the new style, the 2011 WRX STI is a thorough review and adjustment of the suspension lightest 18-inch wheels to carry out even more pronounced.

Subaru Impreza WRX STI is the recipient of a steady improvement since its introduction. Latest 2010 WRX STI Special Edition preview some suspension improvements now moved to 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI. Full and detailed attention with the development of the platform, including monitoring, the famous Nurburgring track in Germany, led the best treatment Impreza WRX STI models, Subaru has ever offered.

"The continued expansion and development of Subaru Impreza WRX STI is powered by the strong support, loyal and vocal of thousands of enthusiastic owners of this exciting high-performance vehicle," said Tom Doll, executive vice president and general manager of Subaru of America, Inc. "In 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STi 4-door broaden the appeal of this iconic model performance to a wider range of driving enthusiasts. "

New models and 2011

Front, 2011 WRX STI models, sharp edges and a wider buffer, front fog obscured the fuel tanks to emphasize the profile "wide and shallow." Protruding lip spoiler to a three-dimensional detail to emphasize sports cars. The redesigned front grille and headlights with a black tinted emphasize wing to form the entire front end Subaru seems to be more efficient, more emphasis grille and bumper openings.



For model 4-door, new design around the rear fender on the side extends beyond the rear light, emphasizing one aspect of the power and stability. Design details contribute to a better drag coefficient.

Tuning new chassis for 2011

Subaru Impreza WRX STI has already been optimized for performance of the machine. specific chassis tuning. aluminum front lower L-arms reduce unsprung weight. Big Changes chassis tuning also lower the ride height and a new pillow-ball bearings, bushings and stiffer front subframe, which supports a double wishbone suspension - camber stiffness and improve convergence.

Both front and rear suspensions use springs and thicker stabilizer bars front and rear than the 2010 model: 21 mm against 20 mm front and 19 mm against 18 mm rear. Spring has increased 15.6 percent to the front and 53 percent to the rear.

New standard 18-inch wheels coated aluminum high-gloss paint and weighs 17.6 pounds. less than the previous standard wheels. The optional 18 x 8.5 inches. BBS ® forged-alloy wheels aluminum, which reduces unsprung weight of the vehicle is characterized by a high gloss silver paint in 2011.

Unique to the Subaru Impreza WRX STI, the performance Brembo brake system uses ventilated 4-wheel Super Sport anti-lock disc brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). Super Sport ABS can control the braking forces at each rear wheel independently, optimizing the braking ability during cornering to help reduce understeer.

The ultimate performance Subaru

2011 Subaru WRX STI continues to the final performance of the high-boost, 305-horsepower turbocharged / intercooled 4-cyl. Boxer engine and a manual 6-speed. TSI is also a multi-mode Driver Controlled Centre Differential (DCCD) Symmetrical all-wheel drive version of the three "Auto" modes, and six in manual mode the driver settings selectable locking differential.


Subaru Impreza WRX STI is equipped with advanced dynamic control systems, as well as: Multi-mode Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) stability and traction control are standard and provide a way of monitoring performance optimized, Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE ) allows the driver to tailor the driving characteristics of the car, select among three selectable modes - "Intelligent" "Sport" and "Sport Sharp - a knob on the center console.

2011-Subaru Impreza WRX STI models arrive in Subaru dealerships in late summer, the 2010th

Sporty, roomy interior and versatile

New for the 2011 WRX STI interior is finished in black and silver highlights its sporty design. Stationery, airbag steering wheel cover, steering wheel and switches are so dark in cast metal.

The standard tilt and telescopic steering wheel three-spoke leather steering wheel embossed with the STI logo and characteristics of the control switches for Bluetooth ® hands-free. New AM / FM radio with single CD player contains streaming audio and Bluetooth hands-free ability to control iPod, USB port, AUX 3.5 mm. input jack and XM / SIRIUS Satellite Radio (subscription is extra). Available for the navigation system in combination with an information center on the vehicle, Bluetooth and speakerphone.

Subaru Cup XV And Double Sales In The United Kingdom

Subaru launches trio of new models next year to support the sales flag of the United Kingdom. The new XV and a new Subaru sports car in the UK to expand between 50% and put the brand back on the map are undernourished, the United Kingdom said the CEO of the car.

The new Subaru XV is a rival Nissan Qashqai and little change in the concept car shown at 2011-Shanghai Auto Show. It goes on sale in spring 2012.




Subaru and take on the Toyota FT-86 coupe will arrive at the same time. It will sport a 2.0-liter boxer engine naturally aspirated, and be determined rear-wheel drive, unusual for Subaru.

Subaru UK sales history

Subaru sales in the UK have reported in recent years, the declining trend rally turbo derivatives and new products like the Impreza hatchback buyers confused. It has sold fewer than 4,000 cars this year in the last two years.

But with the addition of the new XV and cut - along with a new arrival Impreza in 2012 - Paul Tunnicliffe, Managing Director of Subaru in the UK, the promises of the brand soon will be back to 6000-7000 sales a year.

"In the 1990s, we used to sell STi models 2000-3000 only, but the trend is gone," said Tunnicliffe. "We had to diversify and will now launch more new models.

"The XV is a rival of the Ford Kuga and Nissan Qashqai. It is four wheel drive and we offer 1.6 and 2.0 liters of gasoline and diesel engines of 2.0 liters. We hope for sales XV around 2000 in an entire year.

The new Subaru coupe will be a product of lesser volume of about 500 per year. It has a 200 horsepower engine 2.0-liter naturally aspirated and there will be lots of fun. "

Subaru make it profitable again

Tunnicliffe admitted that the company barely profitable in less than 4,000 cars a year, but predicted that the new models to boost sales of 6500-7000 sales in 2012.

Subaru was hit by a 45% growth rate of the yen and the earthquake in March 2011 is likely to hit the supply of this year. But the company has agreed to a new model program that should see the weird Japanese automaker back on the map for enthusiasts who want something different.