Subaru PH Starts Summer with Cash Savings Up to P 200k

Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru is starting summer with a special pricing promotion on selected MY2019 (Model Year 2019) and MY2020 (Model Year 2020) models.

Remaining MY2019 Forester, Levorg, WRX, and Subaru XV models can be had with the following promotions:

• Subaru Forester 2.0i-L EyeSight SAR360 – P 100,000 discount (Net Price: P 1,738,000)
• Subaru Forester 2.0-i-S EyeSight SAR 360 – P 130,000 discount (Net Price: P 1,838,000)
• Subaru XV 2.0i-S EyeSight SAR 360 – P 80,000 discount (Net Price: P 1,728,000)
• Subaru XV 2.0i-S EyeSight SAR 360 GT Edition – P 50,000 discount (Net Price: 1,838,000)
• Subaru Levorg 2.0 GT-S EyeSight – P 100,000 discount (Net Price: P 1,998,000)
• Subaru WRX 2.0 CVT EyeSight – P 150,000 discount (Net Price: 2,058,000)

For those opting for financing, these models are available with either a special all-in downpayment promo.

• MY2019 Subaru Forester 2.0i-L EyeSight SAR 360 – P 148,000 all-in downpayment
• MY2019 Subaru Forester 2.0i-S EyeSight SAR 360 – P 138,000 all-in downpayment
• MY2019 Subaru XV 2.0i-S EyeSight SAR 360 – P 188,000 all-in downpayment
• MY2020 Subaru Forester 2.0i-L EyeSight SAR 360 – P 248,000 all-in downpayment
• MY2020 Subaru Forester 2.0i-S EyeSight SAR 360 – P 268,000 all-in downpayment

Zero percent interest (assuming 50 percent downpayment and 24 months of pay) is available as well for the MY2019 Forester 2.0i-L EyeSight SAR 360, Forester 2.0i-S EyeSight SAR 360, and Subaru XV 2.0i-S EyeSight SAR 360.

Models with SAR 360 have been recently outfitted with a 360-degree camera. Called Superview Around Recognition (SAR) 360, the system helps drivers navigate through tight or challenging confines.

If the Forester or Subaru XV aren’t your thing, other MY2020 Subaru models are also available with huge cash savings:

• MY2020 Subaru BRZ A/T – P 100,000 discount (Net Price: 2,058,000)
• MY2020 Levorg 2.0 GT-S EyeSight – P 50,000 discount (Net Price: 2,048,000)
• MY2020 WRX 2.0 CVT EyeSight – P 100,000 discount (Net Price: P 2,058,000)
• MY2020 WRX STI 2.5 M/T – P 200,000 discount (Net Price: 2,648,000)

This special pricing promotion is ongoing until the end of March 2020.

Upcoming Subaru Levorg to Debut Electronic Dampers, Driver Mode Selector

The all-new, second-generation Levorg is inching closer to production as Subaru showcased a version massaged by in-house tuner STI at the Tokyo Auto Salon.

Aside from the new look-fast bits, Subaru and STI worked together to further enhance the driving performance of the Levorg. And the most notable new feature? Electronically-controlled dampers. The first time they’ll be employed in a Subaru, it’ll deliver a higher-quality, sportier feel.

The electronically-controlled dampers will then be connected to a Drive Mode Select system which allows the driver to change the vehicle’s characteristics with just the push of a button. The system controls the power unit, steering, dampers, and even the all-wheel drive system.

Production of the all-new Levorg commences sometime after the Summer Olympics according to Subaru’s Asian distributor, Motor Image.

Yes, There's a 2021 Subaru Levorg STI Sport Coming

The all-new, second-generation Subaru Levorg hasn’t even arrived in showrooms yet, and STI’s already gotten their grimy hands on one. This is our first shot at the upcoming Levorg STI Sport.

Set to be fully uncovered at the 2020 Tokyo Auto Salon this January, the Levorg STI Sport will, as the carmaker themselves say, “take full advantage of Subaru’s latest technologies.” Furthermore, it will be a “symbol of Subaru’s driving performance, with Subaru and STI working together to further enhance the driving performance of the all-new Levorg.”

The best part to this though is Subaru’s burn to all other carmakers going self-driving. To quote:

Subaru envisions creating “a future that everyone can enjoy driving at their fullest, at their will” in an era where autonomous driving technology is widely spreading.

Man, that’s one sick burn right there.

Despite carrying the STI badge though, it’s doubtful though that Subaru will give the Levorg the full STI treatment as it does the WRX. In fact, the STI Sport badge has been used before, and it signifies it as a sporty model that’s one rung below a true STI.

Hopefully by the time the Tokyo Auto Salon arrives, Subaru will release more information about the Levorg’s powertrain—details they’ve decided to keep to themselves at the Tokyo Motor Show last October.

Subaru Plans to Combat Boring with More GT Edition Variants

Motor Image wants to combat boring by launching even more GT Edition variants of its popular models. After the Subaru XV, and now the Forester getting GT Editions, soon, the Levorg and Impreza will join them in receiving the same sporty treatment.

The styling kits, designed by former Subaru designer Masahiko “Jack” Kobayashi and manufactured by Giken, an award-winning Japanese company are developed exclusively for Motor Image.

During the launch of the Forester GT Edition, Mr. Glenn Tan, Deputy Chairman and Managing Director of Tan Chong International, the parent company of Motor Image had this to say, “I am happy to bring Giken and Kobayashi-san back for our second bespoke GT Edition project. Some people feel that the Forester over the years has become a little sedate and mainstream. Now, it no longer is. With its sharpened design all around, we are positive the sporty and stylish Forester GT Edition will stand out wherever it goes. I look forward to working on the next GT Edition with them.”

Later on, Mr. Tan confirmed that the next two GT Edition models will be the Levorg and the Impreza.

And while the GT Edition kits cannot be retrofitted to existing units, Mr. Tan says they’re also working on their very own line of aftermarket body kits as well. These will be different from the GT Edition ones, and will be marketed separately under a different name. In terms of price, it will slot below the Subaru STI, yet they’ll likely be even more aggressive given the prevailing market taste of those in ASEAN.

Subaru Finally Hits Their Design Stride With All-New, 2020 Levorg

It looks like Subaru is finally hitting a good design stride as evidenced by the introduction of the all-new, second-generation Levorg at the 46th Tokyo Motor Show 2019.

Continuing Subaru’s “grand touring” philosophy, the all-new Levorg aims for more driving enjoyment, comfort, and safety. Above all, it’s the first Subaru model to apply their new design concept of “BOLDER” (yes, in all caps). It goes so far as to suggest that the all-new Levorg expresses “passion that inspires people to try something that has never been tried before.”

Thankfully, despite all this talk of trying something new, the all-new Levorg sticks to a tried-and-tested formula of adding a turbocharged engine with an all-wheel drive drivetrain. In this case, it gets a newly-developed 1.8-liter boxer engine with direct injection and turbocharging which balances performance with environmental performance.

Coupled with the all-new engine, the second-generation Levorg finally migrates to the Subaru Global Platform. For use in this high-performance version, it’s been enhanced with a full inner frame construction that enhances its body rigidity even further.

Of course, being a Subaru, the all-new Levorg gets the next-generation EyeSight driver assist feature which now combines its stereoscopic camera with four radars located in the front and rear bumpers. With that, it gives the EyeSight system a full 360-degree view around the vehicle expanding its range of pre-collision braking operation to cover crossing and turning at intersections of low visibility.

Subaru will reveal more mechanical details of the all-new Levorg closer to its market launch which will start in Japan by the second half of 2020.

The Subaru XV is Now Just P 1.298M While Supplies Last

Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in the Philippines is offering the last few 2018 model year (MY2018) units in their inventory at a substantial discount while supplies last.

The offer adds P 20,000 off on top of existing discounts on the Forester XT (previous model), Subaru XV, Outback, Subaru BRZ, Impreza, Levorg 1.6 GT-S, and Legacy 2.5i-S. With that, expect these to be the new net selling price when you walk into any authorized Subaru showroom:

• 2018 Subaru Forester XT – P 1,728,000
• 2018 Subaru XV 2.0i – P 1,298,000
• 2018 Subaru XV 2.0i-S EyeSight – P 1,548,000
• 2018 Subaru Outback 3.6R-S EyeSight – P 2,088,000
• 2018 Subaru BRZ 2.0 A/T – P 1,888,000
• 2018 Subaru Impreza – P 1,348,000
• 2018 Subaru Levorg 1.6 GT-S – P 1,568,000
• 2018 Subaru Legacy 2.5i-S – P 1,978,000

For those who want something newer (i.e. MY2019) models, Subaru is adding a new low downpayment scheme for the Subaru XV and Forester models. With that, drive home the Subaru XV for as low as P 99,000, while for the Forester, it’s at P 118,000 (2.0i-L) or P 149,000 (2.0i-L EyeSight). For cash customers, the 2019 Subaru XV is also available with an P 80,000 discount, while the Forester 2.0i-L has a P 90,000 discount.

All-New 2020 Subaru Levorg is Launching at the Tokyo Motor Show

While everyone else has their eye on the Subaru WRX STI EJ20 Final Edition, the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show marks the global debut of the all-new, second-generation Levorg.

Details are currently scarce, but Subaru did release one single teaser photo and a short 20-second clip. From there, it’s clear that the Levorg won’t be straying far from the current design formula. It looks to have a flatter nose and sharply angled creases at the doors—similar to the current-generation Subaru XV and Forester.

Subaru says the all-new Levorg “aims to realize a future where everyone can enjoy driving as much as they want,” and to that end, it will likely gain the latest version of the Subaru EyeSight driver assist system. It must be noted that the current Subaru Eyesight Version 3.0 system has already gained lane keeping assist and single lane autonomy.

As with other current-generation Subaru models, the all-new Levorg will likely migrate to the Subaru Global Platform. This makes the all-new Levorg the first performance model to be underpinned by Subaru’s new platform which offers improved straight-line stability, suppressed NVH, and meeting the world’s highest levels of safety.

Rumors are also ripe that the all-new Levorg will utilize a brand-new engine family that replaces the current 1.6- and 2.0-liter turbocharged mills. If the reports are correct, the entry-level model will likely have a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine making about 150 horsepower, while the new 1.8-liter will have around 270 horsepower.

The wait won’t be for long because the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show starts on October 23. For now though, you can see the 20-second teaser clip courtesy of Subaru.

All-New Subaru WRX, Levorg Expected in 2020; To Have Smaller Turbo Engines

Subaru is busying migrating its entire product line-up to its stiffer, safer, more capable Subaru Global Platform. Of course, enthusiasts are holding their breath as to when the WRX and WRX STI will be getting the same treatment. Well, it seems with have the answer now. But sadly, you’ll have to wait your breath a little bit longer: late 2020 is the earliest the world will see the next iteration of a go-fast Subaru.

According to Japan’s BestCarWeb, the WRX, Levorg, and WRX STI will all finally move to the Subaru Global Platform, but the migration will be done in stages. The WRX (or WRX S4 as it’s known in Japan) will switch first in 2020 and then the WRX STI will move in 2021.

All three models will gain the new “Dynamic x Solid” design language and as such, will gain the trademark U-shaped LED headlights and “greatly inflated front and rear fenders.”

Without citing insider sources, the website says all three models will feature downsized turbocharged 4-cylinder boxer engines. They are lighter and have improved combustion efficiency.

The Levorg’s current 1.6-liter FB16DIT will be swapped for a new 1.5-liter motor making 150 horsepower and 245 Nm of torque; the WRX will change its FA20DIT to a new 1.8-liter making 270 horsepower and 343 Nm of torque; and finally, the WRX STI will have the FA20DIT with 320 horsepower and 441 Nm of torque. The site goes on to say that the WRX STI will continue on with a 6-speed manual, while the Levorg and WRX will have a retweaked version of the Lineartronic CVT.

While the production version of the WRX and Levorg will arrive in showrooms sometime late 2020, the carmaker is said to preview a concept version of these three cars at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show in October.

Source: BestCarWeb