e first Subaru manufactured in the U.S. All Legacy models sold in the U.S. have been assembled at SIA. After 36 years, seven generations of the Legacy have racked up nearly 1.4 million sales in the U.S. SIA is Subaru's only manufacturing facility outside of Japan and currently assembles the Ascent, Crosstrek and Outback models. It produces about half of all Subaru vehicles sold in North America. (Subaru release on September 18, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/20

ng International Limited (TCIL). Exact numbers were not disclosed in TCIL’s interim results. The brand attributes the decline to preferential tax incentives for new energy vehicles (NEVs) and an aging model lineup. In 2025, Subaru skipped the Manila International Auto Show and only introduced the Crosstrek 2.0i-L GT Edition and WRX with STI kit.To drive recovery, Motor Image plans to launch the all-new Forester E-Boxer Strong Hybrid in H2 and e...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/01

2% y/y, thanks to the strong sales of the Passport sports utility vehicle (SUV) and other vehicles. As for the CR-V, the company’s flagship model, about 54% of the sales were hybrid vehicles (HVs). Subaru and Mazda saw sales rise for the first time in three months. As for Subaru, the sales of the Crosstrek increased 15.1% y/y to drive the company’s sales volume, while Mazda’s sales were supported by SUV models, such as the CX-50 and the CX-...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

models such as the Grand Highlander and 4Runner. Honda saw a modest 0.2% increase, while Nissan declined 0.3%. Subaru and Mazda saw y/y growth for the first time in three months, rising 4.5% and 13.0%, respectively. Mazda benefited from strong SUV sales, particularly the CX-5. Subaru was led by the Crosstrek and Forester. Mitsubishi plunged 35.5%. Among Korean automakers, Hyundai rose 14.4% and Kia 11.9%, both setting new July records. Hyundai ha...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

Subaru America announces 2026 Crosstrek, Crosstrek Hybrid with next-gen powertrain On July 16, Subaru of America, Inc. announced details on the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, including the new Crosstrek Hybrid. The third-generation Subaru Crosstrek returns with an available, all-new next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid system for enhanced range and capability. The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek and Crosstrek Hybrid arrive at retailers beginning this fall...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/19

e port. Compared to the Solterra EV, the all-new Subaru Uncharted is shorter by nearly 7 inches but offers more than 25 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row. Around town, the turning radius of the Subaru Uncharted is highly maneuverable, thanks to a turning radius nearly identical to the Crosstrek. The Uncharted also includes a suite of EyeSight driver-assist technologies, including available Pre-Collision Braking, Front Cross Traffic ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/18

ehicles on dealer lots starting in June will add between USD 750 and USD 2,055 to vehicles depending on the model and trim, according to a notice posted on a dealer website. Among the Lafayette, Indiana-made models: •    Ascent prices to increase USD 1,085 to USD 2,055 depending on trim•    Crosstrek will get a USD 750 increase •    The outgoing Outback is slated to increase USD 1,715 to USD 1,820•    The soon-to-be-discontinued ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

d. In the Philippines, the preferential tax regime on electrified vehicles has impacted the group’s performance, contributing to a 48% YoY decline in sales volume in 2024. However, with the planned introduction of Subaru hybrid models, Tan Chong expressed optimism about its prospects in 2025. The Crosstrek and Forester are expected to be the first Subaru models in the Philippines to feature hybrid powertrains. The launch of the all-new, 6th-gen...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

ed 25% at the Canada-U.S. border. Of the 68,000 vehicles Subaru Canada sold in Canada in 2024, 26% were built at the company’s U.S. plant in Lafayette, Indiana. That amount includes approximately 11,000 Outbacks, 2,750 Ascent midsize SUVs and 140 Legacy sedans. Subaru Canada also sold about 3,700 Crosstreks built in Indiana in 2024, supplementing about 24,500 imported to Canada from Japan. Starting with the 2026 model year, Outback production w...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

Subaru announces 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid with next-gen hybrid powertrain for U.S. On January 16, Subaru of America announced that the third-generation Subaru Crosstrek returns with a hybrid model for 2026, equipped with a next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid system. The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid will arrive at dealerships across the U.S. in fall 2025. The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is powered by a next-generation Subaru series-paralle...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/17

JTEKT develops electrically controlled oil shared torque-controlled coupling for Subaru Crosstrek JTEKT Corporation (JTEKT) announced that it has developed a new electronically controlled intelligent torque-controlled coupling (ITCC), for the Subaru Crosstrek e-BOXER. The newly developed product was designed to be installed inside a transmission for the e-BOXER model. Compared to conventional oil sealed type, its length is reduced by 25%. Also, b...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/24

Subaru to make transaxle Kitamoto Plant model plant to achieve company-wide innovation On December 11, Subaru Corporation (Subaru) unveiled its Kitamoto Plant (Kitamoto City, Saitama Prefecture), which produces “transaxles”, which are main components for hybrid vehicles (HVs) such as the “Crosstrek”. The Kitamoto Plant used to produce general-purpose engines. For the renewal of the plant, Subaru has established a production line with auto...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/12

G-TEKT expands Gunma Plant to strengthen electrified vehicle parts business G-TEKT Corporation (G-TEKT) has expanded its Gunma Plant (Ota City, Gunma Prefecture) to increase its parts production capacity in order to produce parts for electric vehicles. The Gunma Plant will produce battery housings for Subaru Corporation’s “Crosstrek” hybrid vehicle (HV), which will be released in December 2024. G-TEKT, which has been focusing on the expansi...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/21

Green NCAP releases results of Honda Civic, Honda e:Ny1, Jeep Avenger, Mercedes Benz GLC, MINI Countryman, Škoda Karoq, and Subaru Crosstrek On November 7, Green NCAP released ratings of seven cars for eco-friendliness, including two Hondas: the Civic and the Honda e:Ny1, its first electric SUV. Other models reviewed were the Jeep Avenger, Mercedes Benz GLC, MINI Countryman, Škoda Karoq, and Subaru Crosstrek. Honda Civic is a strong alternative...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/08

Euro NCAP releases safety ratings for several car models On September 11, Euro NCAP announced the safety ratings for several car models, including the Audi Q6 e-tron, the Ford Explorer, the Jeep Avenger, the Renault Symbioz, the Subaru Crosstrek, and the XPENG G6. The Audi Q-6 e-tron, the Ford Explorer, the XPENG G6, the Subaru Crosstrek, and partner model Impreza, all delivered a five-star performance in Euro NCAP’s recent round of testing. ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/11

Subaru to launch 2 Japan-made e-BOXER Hybrid SUVs in Thailand in Q1 2025 Announced on September 5, TC Subaru (Thailand) Co., Ltd., the official distributor of Subaru cars in Thailand, is set to introduce Subaru’s e-BOXER Hybrid family in Thailand from Q1/2025, starting with the Crosstrek e-BOXER Hybrid (with an estimated starting price of THB 1.8 million) and the Forester e-BOXER Hybrid. Both SUV models will be fully imported from Japan. In 202...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/10

lf of total sales in August. Honda's strong 25.0% y-o-y increase was the 18th consecutive month of y-o-y sales growth, offsetting the poor performance of its Acura brand. Subaru maintained its 25th consecutive month of year-on-year growth with an 11.8% increase thanks to the strong sales of the new Crosstrek compact crossover SUV launched in April, Mazda was up 36.7%, and Mitsubishi was down 4.1%. Sales of Korean automakers in August were up 21.2...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/05

reported a y/y sales increase for the 17th month in a row, with robust sales of the “Civic”, “Pilot” large SUV, as well as hybrid vehicles such as the “CR-V” and “Accord”. Subaru Corporation marked a y/y sales increase for the 24th month in a row with a 36.3% y/y increase of the “Crosstrek”, and a 14.3% y/y increase of the “Outback”. Mazda Motor Corporation also recorded a y/y increase for the third month in a row. The au...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/06

in development (2nd photo)2.0L in-line 4-cylinder engine in development (3rd photo)Prototype vehicle with 1.5L in-line 4-cylinder engine in development (4th photo) Mazda1 roter rotary system concept (5th photo)2 roter rotary system concept (6th photo) SubaruNext generation hybrid system (7th photo)Crosstrek equipped with next generation hybrid system (8th photo) Toyota press release...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/28

on e-BOXER, Subaru's unique next-generation HV based on the Toyota Hybrid System (THS) and powered by a horizontally opposed engine, will be mounted on the all-new Forester. The facility, which is Subaru’s only plant outside of Japan, currently employs over 6,500 workers. It produces the Outback, Crosstrek and Ascent, along with the soon-to-be-discontinued Legacy. (Multiple sources on May 15, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/16