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Old 06-14-2018, 08:41 AM   #51
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Expect this to get even more bland than the current. That's where Subaru is intentionally heading.
Think older Chevy Malibu. Applianceville. Think Honda / Toyota of yesteryear.
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Old 06-14-2018, 09:00 AM   #52
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Expect this to get even more bland than the current. That’s where Subaru is intentionally heading.
Think older Chevy Malibu. Applianceville. Think Honda / Toyota of yesteryear.
Does anyone find irony in this past Subaru campaign?

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Old 06-14-2018, 12:58 PM   #53
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We actually thought it was ironic when they first launched that campaign.

However, the current Outback and Legacy are head turners for me. It's the WRX and STI that are mostly uninteresting.
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Old 06-14-2018, 02:53 PM   #54
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Expect this to get even more bland than the current. That's where Subaru is intentionally heading.
Think older Chevy Malibu. Applianceville. Think Honda / Toyota of yesteryear.
Intentionally? Like sitting there and saying "Hey, lets make these look more boring. On purpose"? You really believe that?


edit: After reading it again, I see your point is probably they are making this design direction on purpose and you(and others) consider it bland. Sorry

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Does anyone find irony in this past Subaru campaign?

https://youtu.be/Zsfd_h4G1js
I love showing people this. Yes, I love Subaru; but, disagreed with this campaign cause even I don't think there was anything about Subarus that were "striking". I like the looks; but, weren't more impressive than some other company. Now, THAT paricular KIA......yes. That was an ugly, boring car.



Though the commercials themselves were pretty funny.
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Old 06-14-2018, 09:26 PM   #55
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Much of the Forester's competition doesn't have an engine upgrade though. If you look at the top 4 sellers in the segment (Rogue, RAV4, Equinox, and CRV), only one (Equinox) has an upgrade option. So in that segment, I don't think it's as important of a feature. And we know the take rate on the Forester XT was pretty low.
RAV & Rogue have optional hybrid powertrains.
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Old 06-14-2018, 10:39 PM   #56
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Is a hybrid "option" really an "upgrade" though? Rav used to offer a sporty V6, but no longer does. Subaru used to over a sporty turbo 4. Most would consider those "upgrades" in that if money weren't as much of an issue, they'd take the more powerful trims. Most people look at hybrids as a means to save money over a standard model, so I guess in that sense it could be an "upgrade"... I dunno, man. These thoughts keep me up at night.
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Old 06-15-2018, 09:16 AM   #57
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To keep up with the sedan segment, the Legacy needs more power. Top-end Accords and Camrys are pushing 300hp now...

I would be shocked if it didn't have the 2.4T.

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I thought it was Subaru's motto to be 25% lower in HP than the competition?
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Old 06-15-2018, 09:17 AM   #58
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they have not revealed the base legacy horsepower yet. Just because the forester gets 182hp does not mean the legacy will be the same. We also dont know if the legacy will be naturally aspirated or forced induction. We wont know that until early next year.
If it's 175 hp it'll be less than my $21k Civic.
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Old 06-15-2018, 09:33 AM   #59
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Re: Forester; The 2019 Rav 4's look great - much better than the Forester, offer more HP, and the hybrid has a range of 600 miles. Uses the 2.5 in the Camry which gets over 200hp
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Old 06-15-2018, 09:39 AM   #60
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I thought it was Subaru's motto to be 25% lower in HP than the competition?
But 250 is only 17% less than 300. I suppose the new 2.4 DIT could be detuned to 225.

Or maybe, by the time Subaru puts the 2.4 in the Legacy, 250 will be 25% down from the competition @ 333hp
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Old 06-15-2018, 01:16 PM   #61
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Which tread mentioned that Subaru is working on a new trans? We may not see any HP bumps until it reaches production.

Peace,

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Old 06-15-2018, 04:59 PM   #62
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If it's 175 hp it'll be less than my $21k Civic.


The Legacy and Outback have historically gotten a higher HP rating on paper than the Forester.
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Old 06-15-2018, 09:51 PM   #63
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Is a hybrid "option" really an "upgrade" though? Rav used to offer a sporty V6, but no longer does. Subaru used to over a sporty turbo 4. Most would consider those "upgrades" in that if money weren't as much of an issue, they'd take the more powerful trims. Most people look at hybrids as a means to save money over a standard model, so I guess in that sense it could be an "upgrade"... I dunno, man. These thoughts keep me up at night.
For the RAV, definitely geared for both more performance and economy. Just Bing the 2019 RAV XSE! (Kidding, go ahead and Google it instead.)
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Old 06-15-2018, 09:56 PM   #64
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I was like, "I ain't Bingin' jack squat!"

Well it's not like one can't gear a hybrid to be sportier. The FA20DI is spunkier than the previous engine, so I'd assume adding electric would net some sportiness. Kind of a scattered thought, but you probably understand what I'm getting at.
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Old 06-19-2018, 04:14 AM   #65
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the markings around on the bumpers and grille.. could it be placings for radar?

Could they be testing also a newer version of Eyesight also next to the new turbo engines?
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Old 06-19-2018, 09:17 AM   #66
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the markings around on the bumpers and grille.. could it be placings for radar?

Could they be testing also a newer version of Eyesight also next to the new turbo engines?
we wait and see, the outback should be caught testing soon also. But it is the wrx im waiting for
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Old 06-22-2018, 03:42 PM   #67
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Really waiting also for new WRX, hope I'm not disappointed.
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Old 06-24-2018, 03:00 PM   #68
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Really waiting also for new WRX, hope I'm not disappointed.
I think you could be. There will be no hatch version
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Old 07-16-2018, 11:20 PM   #69
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No cladding in new Detroit spy shots.

https://www.motor1.com/news/252748/n...acy-spy-shots/

More Ford Fusion than before. Perfect timing to take over that style too! Just like 2015 STI taking the Lancer style!
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Old 07-17-2018, 04:48 AM   #70
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So mr Subaru spends billions on a new global platform but can't be farked giving the cars new and spunky designs? Both the new Impreza and legacy look the same as before. A new platform should have allowed the designers more freedom or inspiration to be bolder right?

Like wtf mr Subaru????
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Old 07-17-2018, 04:52 AM   #71
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To me the 2017 Impreza looks like a good mix of 2008 and 2012. The strengths of both.

Current Legacy is the best-looking Legacy to me.

This new one looks even tamer. I hope it has lobster claw taillights.
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Old 07-17-2018, 05:36 AM   #72
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Sorry but I don't see much difference. Only the rear looks sleeker...
Hope they have a new range turbo engines by then
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Old 07-17-2018, 07:37 AM   #73
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still think the tape on the bumpers and grill implement the coming of radar systems to workt with Eyesight.
Also interesting they will bring the 2.4 DIT along in the outback/Legacy. Hope so.
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Old 07-17-2018, 11:49 AM   #74
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