Competition Commission of India approves Bain Capital’s acquisition of stake in Dhoot Transmission On March 17, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved the proposed acquisition of shareholding in Dhoot Transmission Private Limited (DTPL) by BC Asia Investments XV Limited and BC Asia Investments XVI Limited. These entities are indirectly owned and controlled by funds managed and/or advised by Bain Capital Partners LLC, a private equi...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/18

Toyota makes ASEAN debut of 9th generation Camry sedan in Singapore Reported on August 29, 2024, the 9th generation (XV80) Toyota Camry sedan has already made its launch in Singapore, the first time in Southeast Asia. Priced from SGD 246,888 (with COE), it is offered in a sole HEV option, the Elegance variant. The A25A-FXS 2.5-liter naturally-aspirated inline-four petrol engine works with the hybrid system and a 1VM electric motor, generating tot...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/30

Subaru releases the new Crosstrek in the UK On January 16, Subaru Subaru (UK) Ltd released the new Crosstrek model, replacing the outgoing Subaru XV. The new Crosstrek comes in Limited and Touring trim levels with prices starting at GBP 34,290 OTR and going up to GBP 36,290 OTR for the top variant. The new Crosstrek is powered by a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder direct-injection SUBARU e-BOXER engine with a Lineartronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmiss...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/18

Subaru announces new Subaru Crosstrek in UK On November 30, Subaru (UK) Ltd announced that it will launch the new Subaru Crosstrek in the UK in early 2024. It will replace the outgoing XV model. Built on the Subaru Global Platform, it has a 2.0-liter e-BOXER powertrain, mated to a Lineartronic gearbox. Additional power comes from a lightweight, lithium-ion battery and electric motor. The Crosstrek comes as standard with the permanent symmetrical ...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/04

New Subaru Crosstrek e-BOXER Hybrid SUV arrives in Singapore Reported on October 7, 2023, the new Subaru Crosstrek e-BOXER Hybrid SUV has been launched in Singapore, priced from SGD 216,800 with COE. Previously, this nameplate was only used in North American markets. This SUV was called the XV in other countries. The SUV is the second Subaru model in Singapore after the Forester to come with the 2.0-liter e-BOXER Hybrid powertrain, delivering 148...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/11

ed that the first-ever Subaru Crosstrek will be launched the Philippines on July 19. Priced from PHP 1.998 million, the 2 available variants are 2.0i-L and 2.0i-S.The Crosstrek is equipped with a normally aspirated direct-injected FB20 2.0-liter Boxer 4, the same engine powering the outgoing Subaru XV. The Crosstek comes with the “Bolder” design concept and a high hood position that gives a sense of robustness and power. All authorized Subar...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/27

f which the mass-produced version will be officially unveiled in Q4 2023. Mazda exhibits and starts accepting pre-orders for the hybrid model of the new CX-50 compact SUV, which is named “Xingye”. Subaru officially launches the Crosstrek compact SUV, which is the replacement model of the Subaru XV. For European automakers, VW participates in the event with 20 electrified models such as models of the ID. family that include the ID.3, the ID.4 ...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/20

All-new Subaru Crosstrek SUV makes ASEAN debut in Indonesia at GJAW 2023 On March 10, 2023, Subaru Indonesia launched the all-new Crosstrek SUV on the opening day of Gaikindo Jakarta Auto Week (GJAW) 2023, marking the model’s ASEAN debut, while confirming the discontinuation of the Subaru XV nameplate after more than a decade. Available in one variant, the 2.0i-S EyeSight, it is priced from IDR 549,500,000. Powers come from its 2.0-liter (FB20...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/13

ame as other Subaru vehicles. The new model will expand the user base with a product concept that is more conscious of the younger generation and has a stronger emphasis on the outdoors. A front-wheel-drive 2WD model is also planned for urban users. The company will change the name of the new model XV and unify it with the same Crosstrek as the overseas market. From 2023, the company plans to launch the product sequentially in overseas markets, i...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/19

Subaru unveils all-new Crosstrek, Japanese-market model On September 15, Subaru unveiled the all-new Subaru Crosstrek compact crossover SUV for Japanese-market model.While the vehicle has been called “Crosstrek” or “Subaru XV” depending on the market, the “Crosstrek” name will be used globally beginning with this third generation model.The vehicle utilizes the 2.0L e-BOXER for motor assist to deliver a more nimble-feeling ride. Improv...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/15

derlines Subaru’s efforts to reduce its environmental footprint in Europe and satisfy a growing demand for alternative powertrains.It also signals the brand’s second electrification step in Europe after it recently launched mild-hybrid variants of two core models in the region, where the Subaru XV e-BOXER and Forester e-BOXER models today represents 60% of the sales volume. (Subaru press release on December 14, 2020)...

News  Updated at: 2020/12/15

c slowdown to scuttle their plans in 2020. As a result, the firm had to delay several of their much-awaited vehicle launches, opting instead to launch them in 2021. More importantly, 6 additions expected to join the Subaru Philippines family in the next 18 months. These include the refreshed Subaru XV, Evoltis (North American Ascent), Outback, WRX, Levorg, and the all-new BRZ.(From an article of CarGuide.PH on December 10, 2020)...

News  Updated at: 2020/12/14

g up 2 new dealers in Lopburi and Surat Thani provinces in 2020, then in 2021, adding 2 more new dealers in Hua Hin District of Prachuap Khiri Khan province and in Northern East region. Total Subaru’s dealers nationwide will then reach 41 locations by 2021. Besides the above plan for 2021, Subaru XV is also expected to get its minor change updates in 2021 as well.(From an article of Thansettakij on December 10, 2020)...

News  Updated at: 2020/12/09

ating technology from Nissan GTR for enhanced performance & Fuel efficiency. Engine offers 156 ps power with 254 Nm torque.It will be offered in both manual and X-tronic CVT transmission. New X-tronic CVT to be 40 per cent more efficient than existing CVTs. 1.5L Petrol engine is available in XL and XV trim while 1.3L turbo engine in XV, XV Premium, XV Premium (O) with X-tronic CVT option.It will have automatic headlamps, rain sensing wiper, advan...

News  Updated at: 2020/05/11

Subaru XV with new powertrain, the e-Boxer in UK On January 20, Subaru announced that it’s compact crossover XV now comes with a new powertrain, the e-BOXER, which combines an electric motor with two of Subaru's core technologies: the horizontally-opposed Boxer engine and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Built on the Subaru Global Platform, a cutting-edge re-design of the body and chassis, XV offers advanced safety performance and a dynamic driving...

News  Updated at: 2020/01/21

% year-on-year to 504,000 units. Overseas unit sales rose 4.5% to 436,000 units due mainly to growth in the U.S. driven by the Ascent newly introduced in 2018 and the fully-redesigned Forester. Unit sales in Japan grew 1.6% to 68,000 units, led by the fully-redesigned Forester as well as the Subaru XV which newly added "e-Boxer"-equipped models to its lineup in October 2018. Full-year forecasts for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2020 (April 1, ...

News  Updated at: 2019/11/06

w light sensitivity, and programmable exposure modes that meet the demanding technical specifications of its driver support system, EyeSight. The EyeSight system supported by AR0132AT was first installed in the Levorg model in June 2014, and later offered in the Legacy, Forester, Impreza and Subaru XV models. The AR0132AT is used in the stereo camera system that forms the ‘eyes’ of EyeSight, to support important safety functionality including...

News  Updated at: 2019/10/22

Subaru recalls 870,000 Impreza and XV vehicles Subaru Corporation (Subaru) reported a recall of its Impreza and XV vehicles for faulty ignition coils and brake hoses to Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport on October 17. The recall covers a total of about 877,467 vehicles produced in Japan for the Japanese market and export, as well as those produced outside Japan from October 3, 2016 to March 22 2019. The breakdown is as foll...

News  Updated at: 2019/10/18

aru vehicles increased 8.8% to 263,000 units. Overseas unit sales rose 9.7% to 229,000 units due mainly to growth in the U.S. driven by strong demand for the Ascent and Forester. Unit sales in Japan grew 2.9% to 33,000 units, led by the fully-redesigned Forester launched in July 2018 and the Subaru XV which newly added "e-Boxer" MHEV models to its lineup in October 2018. Full-year forecasts for the current fiscal year ending March 31, 2020 (April...

News  Updated at: 2019/08/05

Subaru to start bookings of all-new Thailand made Forester in Malaysia During the launch of Subaru XV GT Edition on May 8, 2019, TC Subaru also announced that it will begin order taking for the all-new, fifth-generation Forester towards the end of May, 2019.The company said this all-new SUV will be introduced in Malaysia later in July 2019, confirming that all cars being assembled at the Tan Chong Subaru Automotive Thailand Limited, or TCSAT, pla...

News  Updated at: 2019/05/10