XV Crosstrek - Subaru Outback

jesseP · 11-12-2012, 05:05 PM

I was getting some service work done at the dealership this morning when I saw the XV Crosstrek for the first time. I didn't even know Subaru came out with a new car. What does everyone else think about this car? Looks like a compact Outback in a way.

bradze · 11-12-2012, 05:07 PM

already a few threads on this

jesseP · 11-12-2012, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by bradze

already a few threads on this

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upflying · 11-12-2012, 05:30 PM

The XV is a Subaru Impreza, might be more info on this forum.
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Reviewed - NASIOC

rasterman · 11-12-2012, 05:57 PM

If they ship that thing with a turbo, I might not have to ask my XT to reach for immortality.

**rockhopjohn** · 11-12-2012, 06:42 PM

Its just the next iteration of the Impreza based Outback Sport.

DrCloud · 11-12-2012, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by rasterman

If they ship that thing with a turbo, I might not have to ask my XT to reach for immortality.

Yeah. I've been thinking this also. I guess the 2.0L is just something we'll all have to get used to the idea of -- but (maybe next year) what's needed is force-air and a better transmission. Why oh why isn't Subaru going the DSG route in stead of that super slushy CVT? HPH

2013OB · 11-12-2012, 07:18 PM

I was going to test drive one last week when I was having my remote start installed (girlfriend is thinking of getting one) but they are flying off the lot faster then they can get them in SLC, UT. They arent discounting them at all.

subiesailor · 11-12-2012, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by DrCloud

Yeah. I've been thinking this also. I guess the 2.0L is just something we'll all have to get used to the idea of -- but (maybe next year) what's needed is force-air and a better transmission. Why oh why isn't Subaru going the DSG route in stead of that super slushy CVT? HPH

DSC is old tech - with high tech shifting mechanism which is not known for being highly dependable in vehicles which might be towing or otherwise hauling a decent load.

Not to mention a DSC AT still suffers the same issue a normal AT has - limited set of gears to choose from. CVT is no sports car AT but for a wagon on stilts it does a pretty good job.

rasterman · 11-12-2012, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 2013OB

I was going to test drive one last week when I was having my remote start installed (girlfriend is thinking of getting one) but they are flying off the lot faster then they can get them in SLC, UT. They arent discounting them at all.

Last time I visited the big dealer in Allentown PA they said they didn't even have a demo model- no trouble selling their entire allotment without one, so why bother? I like that, because it keeps their overhead a notch lower.

11-12-2012, 05:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
jesseP Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 41 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	XV Crosstrek I was getting some service work done at the dealership this morning when I saw the XV Crosstrek for the first time. I didn't even know Subaru came out with a new car. What does everyone else think about this car? Looks like a compact Outback in a way.

11-12-2012, 05:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
bradze Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: yelm, wa Car: '11 outback 2.5i premium '12 impreza sport limited Posts: 2,012 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	already a few threads on this __________________ who cares about resale value? this is an outback, not getting something else til at least 200k miles! tired of a sore elbow from the hard plastic armrest? get a cover here http://www.redlinegoods.com/cgi-bin/...r&id=1&aid=774

11-12-2012, 05:30 PM	#4 (permalink)
upflying Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Reno, NV (Ca transplant) Posts: 1,723 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The XV is a Subaru Impreza, might be more info on this forum. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Reviewed - NASIOC __________________ '12 Outback Limited 2.5i, Cypress Green Pearl, sunroof, illumination package #2, rear bumper guard, puddle lights, mudflaps, no nav '10 Nissan Frontier SE Crew Cab 4X2 long bed '98 BMW R1100RT-P '86 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS, restored, original, stock daily driver, '09 Harley Davidson FLHP

11-12-2012, 06:42 PM	#6 (permalink)
rockhopjohn Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: ID, MT, ND, I'm a transient Car: 2004 Outback Wagon, Mystic Blue Pearl Posts: 4,883 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Its just the next iteration of the Impreza based Outback Sport. __________________ I'm not retarded, I just don't proofread my posts

11-12-2012, 07:18 PM	#8 (permalink)
2013OB Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Sandy, UT Car: 2013 2.5i Limited, Special Appearance Package, Brilliant Brown Pearl, Saddle Brown Leather, HK Audio, Moonroof, Navigation Posts: 102 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I was going to test drive one last week when I was having my remote start installed (girlfriend is thinking of getting one) but they are flying off the lot faster then they can get them in SLC, UT. They arent discounting them at all. __________________ 2013 Outback 2.5i Limited, Special Appearence Package, Brilliant Brown Pearl, Saddle Brown Leather, Navigation, Puddle Lights, Moonroof, Back Up Camera, BlueTooth, Smart Remote Start, Arch Moldings, Moon roof/Hood deflectors,Dual Heated/Power Seats HK Audio, Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, All Weather Package 1995 Porsche C4 993, Black/Black, LWF, Rennsport Chip, Bilstein HD's, ROW/Sport suspension 1977 Ford Bronco Sport, Light Jade, 351w, 3" Lift

11-12-2012, 05:57 PM	#5 (permalink)
rasterman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PA Car: 2006 Outback XT Limited Posts: 2,848 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	If they ship that thing with a turbo, I might not have to ask my XT to reach for immortality.

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