Subaru lifted the wraps off its new competitor in the small crossover segment at this week’s Frankfurt Motor Show. The Japanese firm’s Nissan Qashqai rival is based on the Impreza, but comes with a different body style and a jacked up suspension that provides close to 220mm or more than 8.5 inches of ground clearance.
The compact sized model measures 4,450mm in length, 1,780mm in width and 1,570mm in height and will launch in Europe with a choice of three boxer engines, including 1.6-liter and 2.0-liter gasoline units, and a 2.0-liter turbo diesel.
The 1.6-liter petrol delivers 114HP and 150Nm (110.6 lb-ft) of peak torque, and is offered with a 5-speed manual or optionally, a Lineartronic CVT. The manual model completes the 0-100km/h (62mph) sprint in 13.1 seconds while reaching a top speed of 179km/h (111mph) and returning a combined fuel economy of 6.5lt/100km (36.2mpg).
The more potent 2.0-liter petrol comes with 150HP and 196Nm (144.5 lb-ft) of peak torque, and is offered with either a 6-speed manual or an optional Lineartronic CVT. The manual model goes from zero to 100km/h (62mph) 10.5 seconds, maxes out at 187km/h (116mph), while delivering a combined fuel efficiency of 6.9lt/100km (36.2mpg).
Finally, the 2.0-liter diesel generates 147HP and 350Nm (258.2 lb-ft) of peak torque, and is offered only with a 6-speed manual. The standard sprint is completed in 9.3 seconds and the crossover can reach speeds of up to 198km/h (123mph), while returning a combined economy of 5.6lt/100km (42mpg).
Naturally all models come equipped with Subaru’s AWD system, while the Japanese company has also added its “Auto Start Stop System”.
Subaru has not yet confirmed availability for North America.
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