Subaru to showcase new models and tech at 85th International Auto Show in Geneva.

Subaru Europe nv/sa, the European subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the Japanese manufacturer of Subaru automobiles, today announced that it will exhibit the all-new Outback equipped with “EyeSight” driver assist technology and the Levorg sports tourer which will make its European show debut at the 85th Geneva International Motor Show, to be held in Switzerland next month (Press day: March 3 and 4; Open to the public from March 5 through 15, 2015).

In addition, FHI will exhibit the Forester featuring the Subaru Boxer Diesel with Lineartronic (CVT).

The Subaru press conference is scheduled at 9:15 AM (Central European Time) on March 3. A special site will open on March 3 (Japan time) on the Subaru Global Site: http://www.subaru-global.com/2015geneva.html

The site will feature information updates relating to Subaru’s press conference.

• All-new Outback (European specs.)

Since its inception, the Outback has been Subaru’s flagship crossover model which embodies the brand’s unique crossover concept, combining passenger-car comfort with the long-distance capabilities and load space of an SUV. With its unique features thoroughly refined, the Outback employed a host of enhancements including the “EyeSight” driver assist technology and won the highest five-star overall rating in the 2014 European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP)* safety performance test.

*: An independent agency composed of European governments and European motoring and consumerorganizations.

• Levorg (European specs.)

The new sports tourer Levorg is the embodiment of Subaru’s longtime achievements and symbolizes the latest Subaru’s technologies. Following its launch in Japanese market last year, the European spec. model will be exhibited at the Geneva International Show prior to its European launch later this year.

• Forester with Boxer Diesel Lineartronic (European specs.)

The Subaru Boxer Diesel (Horizontally-Opposed diesel engine), teamed with the Lineartronic (CVT), is now available on the Forester.

The Lineartronic not only offers a smooth and fuel efficient ride, it also further enhances the sporty driving of the Subaru Boxer Diesel. Adaptive control and manual shifting are among the features that deliver genuine fun-to-drive character.

UK SALES - SUBARU - 23% growth in and new models to come will make 2015 another great year for Subaru.

• 23% year-on-year rise in Subaru registrations in 2014
• New product launches and dealer network expansion to boost growth in 2015

Subaru UK has today announced a 23% year-on-year growth in UK sales in 2014 and an 8.6% increase in new car registrations in December - outperforming Britain’s buoyant new car market and helping the brand to increase market share.

At the start of the year, Subaru UK has also announced its exciting new model plans for 2015 which include the launch of the new Outback in March and the all new Levorg sport wagon in the Autumn.

The arrival of new Subaru models last year such as the new WRX STI and Impreza, as well as price cuts to existing models, contributed to the Brand’s growth in sales in 2014. Subaru’s range of SUVs and crossovers have also proven more popular over the last 12 months; the Forester remains the bestseller in the UK, with 1210 cars sold in 2014, a rise of 33% over 2013. Subaru UK expects this to increase in 2015 with the addition of the Forester Lineartronic diesel model to the range in April.  

Off the back of a more favourable exchange rates the new WRX STI went on sale in the UK with a £4,000 price cut over the previous model. Demand soon outstripped supply with Subaru UK having to import greater quantities than planned towards the end of the year.

The rear-wheel drive BRZ SE sports car also received a £2,500 price reduction, making it far better value than nearest rivals, while the XV compact crossover also benefitted from a £2300 price reduction in 2013, with prices remaining frozen with the arrival of the updated MY2014 model.

Further growth is expected in 2015 with the UK launch of the new models. The Outback will be the first car in Subaru’s line-up to be fitted with the brand’s unique EyeSight driver assist technology. The Outback will also feature all new exterior and interior designs, with particular emphasis placed on interior quality and the Outback’s infotainment systems.

Paul Tunnicliffe, Managing Director, Subaru UK, commented: “These results are encouraging for Subaru UK – it’s great to see model launches and recent price cuts helping us back to sustainable growth. The launch of the new Outback this Spring will put us in an even stronger position for solid growth in future, and the ongoing expansion of our UK dealer network will help us achieve this goal.”