FHI Unveils New Model Subaru EXIGA, a Seven-Seater for Panorama Touring

Tokyo, June 17, 2008 – Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, today announced the debut of its new Subaru EXIGA in Japan. The EXIGA went on sale nationwide through Subaru dealerships today.

Based on the concept of a seven-seater with panoramic visibility for the touring experience, the EXIGA has been developed to provide a safe and pleasant journey for all occupants. Capitalizing on its accumulated know-how from building wagons and crossover SUVs, Subaru has succeeded in creating open and comfortable interior space for all the passengers to easily engage in conversation and share the experience of touring enhanced by dramatic wide-angle views through the windows.

The new model represents Subaru’s latest proposal for a new type of multi-passenger vehicle, built on Subaru’s strengths in vehicle stability, low noise, and quality ride —all realized by Subaru’s Horizontally-Opposed engine layout and the Subaru Dynamic Chassis Control Concept (Subaru DC³).

Development Concept: a Seven-Seater for Panorama Touring

• Seven passengers
  Despite a body size that’s convenient for maneuvering, the EXIGA comfortably accommodates up to seven occupants, ensuring ample space and a pleasant ride for each passenger. Excellent utility and comfort have been added through the adoption of new designs for better visibility, ingress/egress, and cargo space.
• Panorama
  A bright, open interior space has been created for passengers in any seat to enjoy the scenery outside. The vehicle’s low noise level allows all passengers to easily converse.
• Touring
  In addition to high levels of safety, both active and passive, the EXIGA blends high performance and smooth handling with high-quality riding comfort. The vehicle also offers excellent environmental performance and fuel economy.

FHI offers four EXIGA models:

• 2.0i is the basic model with selected standard equipment, priced in a more affordable range
  
• 2.0i-L offers high quality finishes and expanded standard equipment
  
• 2.0i-S is a sporty model with a naturally aspirated engine, featuring dynamic powerful styling and interior designs
  
• 2.0GT is a grand touring car that combines potent powertrain performance with environmental considerations

Major specifications of EXIGA

• Overall length: 4,740mm, Overall width: 1,775mm, Overall height: 1,660mm, Wheelbase: 2,750mm
  
• 2.0i, 2.0i-L, 2.0i-S:
  2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve, Horizontally-Opposed, 4-cylinder, gasoline engine
  Max. output (net): 109kW(148PS)/6,000rpm
  Max. torque (net): 191N.m(19.5kg.m)/3,200rpm
  SPORTSHIFT E-4AT
  AWD system: Active Torque Split AWD system
  215/50R17 Tires with aluminum alloy wheels (2.0i-S)
  205/60R16 Tires with aluminum alloy wheels (2.0i-L)
  205/60R16 Tires with full wheel caps (2.0i)
• 2.0GT:
  2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve, intercooled, turbocharged, Horizontally-Opposed, 4-cylinder, gasoline engine
  Max. output (net): 165kW(225PS)/5,600rpm
  Max. torque (net): 326N.m(33.2kg.m)/4,400rpm
  SPORTSHIFT E-5AT
  AWD system: Variable Torque Distribution system
  215/50R17 Tires with aluminum alloy wheels

[Source : Fuji Heavy Industries ; Image courtesy of Subaru Japan]

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