The Geneva
Auto Show is just around the corner on March 7, and Subaru plans to debut the
next “XV”. The “XV” refers to the XV Crosstrek, now just know as the Crosstrek,
Subaru is likely using the XV name as a teaser because that is the name Subaru
uses in foreign markets.
A
redesigned version of the Subaru Crosstrek will debut in March at the Geneva
International Motor Show, but Subaru doesn’t want us to know much more than
that, so it has released just one, photo of the sporty hatchback. , the hood is
lower and longer with a flatter front end and reshaped headlights. Similarly,
the back bumper and taillights have been restyled, the rear spoiler is smaller
and the top portion of the trunk appears to be a bit more spacious. Overall,
the Crosstrek redesign is sharper and more chiseled.
Since
debuting in the U.S. in 2012, the Crosstrek has built a respectable following,
steadily increasing total sales each year and amassing more than 95,000 in
2016. We are in the midst of a golden age, both for crossovers and the Subaru
brand. With a fresh look in 2018, the Crosstrek just might make a push for the
number one spot.
The XV
will be based on the new global platform used for the redesigned Impreza that
went on sale in late 2016. Under the hood, the new Impreza's 2.0-liter boxer
4-cylinder adds direct injection to increase horsepower from 148 to 152 and
also improve fuel economy. Inside, the new Impreza's cabin becomes more
inviting. It adds some tech features, too, including a new 8.0-inch touchscreen
for its Starlink infotainment system, now with Apple Car Play and Android Auto
capability. It is expected all of these upgrades to migrate to the next
Crosstrek.
