All carmakers would want to have Subaru’s main problem – which is keeping up with the high demand for a product. The Outback wagon has had tremendous success ever since it debuted last summer.

It’s no wonder that Subaru got the highest percentage US sales increase of any brand last year. In fact, Subaru is expected to continue to outpace the market for the rest of 2010. Starting December, Subaru of Indiana Automotive has boosted the speed of production at its plant for two times now. There are plans to increase the pace again in April and another time in July, with each push standing for a 5%-6% increase in line speed. Continued after the jump!

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The latest news from Japan’s Best Car magazine, indicate that the ‘Toyobaru’ a.k.a. the 216A variant of the Toyota FT-86 will not feature an AWD system. Why is that?

Apparently the main reason is cost overrun and in order to avoid making the car too expensive, it seems that dropping the AWD system was the best solution. But, if Toyota intends to offer the G Sports version of the FT-86 unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Salon, then Subaru will also build the STI version of its sports car and this version could be offered with an AWD system, like the Impreza WRX STI. More details to be revealed!

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Subaru unveiled at this year’s Geneva Motor Show its latest variant in its Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Impreza range, the Impreza XV Crossover.

The new car combines the agile road performance with the recreational styling that made the earlier generation Impreza RV and Sportswagon major Subaru successes. It comes with new wheel arch extensions, roof rails, grille, and interior trim. Under the hood it will carry a 2.0-litre petrol capable to deliver 150 hp and 196 Nm or 2.0-litre turbodiesel delivering 150 hp and 350 Nm of torque, both Euro5-compliant. The petrol engine can be mated to a five speed manual or to a four speed automatic transmission, while the diesel only comes with a six-speed manual gearbox.  “This is an exciting model for us because it will broaden our appeal, particularly with younger audiences looking for a car that combines fun and safety. The current generation Impreza is the best seller of any to date and we’re confident that Impreza XV will add to that success, given the earlier achievements of recreation-themed versions of the car.” said one of the Subaru executives. Photo gallery after the jump!

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Subaru dealers want to build up up the inventory due to increasing sales and an expanding market share.

After the make meeting participated by the dealers, Phil Porter, chairman of the Subaru National Dealer Advisory Board, stated that there’s a need to stock up on many models, particularly the updated Outback crossover and Legacy sedan. Porter, who owns three Subaru stores in Florida and Connecticut, said that since they don’t have excess inventory, he doesn’t know how many Outbacks and Legacys it can sell. Continued after the jump!

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At the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, Subaru wants to show its commitment to the protection of the environment. At the Subaru stand, we should expect to see a whole new range of eco innovations, including a “Boxer”-hybrid concept car and an electric city car.

The world’s first “Boxer”-hybrid powerplant, paired with Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, will be seen on the Hybrid Tourer Concept. The two electric motors will be working alongside a 2.0 liter turbocharged boxer engine, featuring direct injection. Continued after the jump!

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Pricing details are now available for the 2010 Impreza WRX Limited Models, first seen at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show. The North American division of Subaru announced that the models are priced $1,000 more than the Premium models.

The limited editions are fitted with High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights, SIRIUS Satellite Radio and leather-trimmed seats. The car is powered by a 265hp, 2.5-liter turbocharged boxer engine boosting Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive system through a five-speed manual gearbox. The 4-door WRX Limited will be priced at $28,495 while the 5-door model will be priced at $28,995. Destination and delivery for all 2010 Impreza models is $695 (excluding Alaska).

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Subaru announced today the Impreza XV, a new crossover based on the iconic Impreza 5-door model set to make its official debut in March at the Geneva Motor Show.

According to the manufacturer, the new car is will feature a new front grille and wheel arch, and specially equipped roof rails and a roof spoiler in order to accentuate the uniqueness of this special Impreza version. Under the hood it will carry the 2.0-litre Horizontally-opposed petrol engine and the turbo BOXER DIESEL engine comply with European EURO 5 regulations. And this is not all! The Geneva Motor Show will also see the Subaru Hybrid Sports Tourer Concept as well as the Subaru Plug-in Stella, a production electric vehicle launched in Japan last year.

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Prodrive has announced the complete details of its new Subaru Impreza Group N rally car. Modifications were made to its engine and suspension. Prodrive says that pricing for the car is intended to compete with rallying’s new lower-cost category, Super 2000.

Graham Prew of Prodrive claimed that the Impreza is a match for any Super 2000 on gravel but that on the tarmac, the extra engine performance makes a significant difference. The N2010 is sold at a price that’s half of what the Super 2000 costs. The N2010 also has much lower running costs. Continued after the jump!

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Subaru Tecnica International Inc. (STI) revealed today the brand new Subaru Impreza “R205″, a special performance version based on the popular hatchback.

The new Impreza “R205″ (the “R” of R205 stands for “Road Sport”), features new and and exclusive equipment and makes full use of specially designed features and performance parts of the “WRX STI spec C” model. What is so special about this new model? Well, it appears that Subaru worked hard on refining handling performance by adopting STI tuned dampers, coil springs, flexible type strut tower bar, flexible type lower arm stiffener of front suspension, and Bridgestone’s specially designed RE070 tyres. Continued after the jump!

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The limited edition 2010 Subaru Forester X Columbia, which is available in Australia starting Jan. 4, is the result of the collaboration between Subaru and long-time partner outdoor gear company Columbia. Their previous ventures have been in other markets.

This version replaces the standard steel wheels for 16-inch alloys. Added were fog lights, a roof rack, cargo tray, rear step panel, and a $500 voucher for actual Columbia gear. This isn’t bad at all but it’s clearly a step down from the 2007 Forester X Columbia, which also got a sunroof and heated seats. Initially, there will be 1,050 examples on offer. The car has a price of AU$33,990!

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