Subaru XV Hybrid 2021 Review

Subaru XV, a multi COTY award winner at OzRoamer, joined the ranks of hybrid vehicles early in 2020. 

Already a hugely successful AWD SUV, the XV mild hybrid features a 2.0 litre horizontally opposed Boxer engine linked via Motor Assist to a high voltage lithium ion battery, offering fuel economy benefits, particularly in congested city driving.  There is a slight 100kg weight penalty with the new engine.

Depending upon driving environment, vehicle and battery condition, it can operate in fully electric mode up to 40 km/h.

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When driving in fully electric mode (both forward and reverse), the Pedestrian Alert system emits a sound, to alert people in close proximity. The system operates when the vehicle speed is 24 km/h or less.

The XV retains the CVT and X Mode AWD SYSTEM. It’s a breeze to drive with no noticeable difference to a full petrol hybrid vehicle.

Sitting midway through the model range the MHEV is priced at $39,987 RDP and relatively good value.  A full hybrid would be welcomed.

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What is good?

• AWD Capability
• Class leading Safety
• Ride and dynamics

What is not so good?

• Not a full Hybrid
• Not the top spec
• A little pricey and missing some features

 Also Look at:

• Mazda CX-30
• Kia Seltos
• Honda HRV
• Hyundai Kona
• Peugeot 2008 GT
• Skoda Scala

*MLP – Manufacturers List Price includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of any options.

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