all-wheel drive

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek gets debut hybrid trim

Subaru, the manufacturer of all-wheel drive vehicles that define versatility, has long been a favorite among mountain dwellers and those who live where inclement weather is a daily routine. The carmaker’s rugged reputation expanded this year with the debut of the 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid. The five-passenger crossover is Subaru‘s first full hybrid, and its unveiling occurs one year after the gas-only Crosstrek joined the Subaru lineup. Read Now: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek The Weekly Driver’s Test Drive The new Hybrid, one of four available trims, starts with the standard features of 2.0 Premium and 2.0i Limited editions. The Premium model’s list is substantial and geared toward to the car’s functional ideals: 17-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, heated mirrors, a windshield

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Subaru tops best 2012 all-wheel drive cars

Inclement weather isn't often good for cars or vehicle occupants. Which is one main reason all-wheel drive cars – Hyundai to Subaru, Ford to Mazda — are increasingly popular. As the winter season approaches, Kiplinger.com has compiled a list of 10-top recommended all-wheel drive cars that offer "a shoveful of value" as well as vehicles that rank well in resale value, fuel economy and safety. Subaru, the only manufacturer whose entire lineup has all-wheel drive, has two cars on the all-wheel drive list including the top choice, the 2012 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Premium hatchback. Here's what Kiplinger's wrote in part about the Imprezza: "The Impreza is one of the least expensive all-wheel-drive vehicles on the market. Redesigned for 2012 to

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Westminster Dog Show: Subaru ads again get best of show

Subaru, which debuted seven commercials during Super Bowl XLV featuring dogs rescued from shelters, was back with several of the favorite 30-second spots during the 2011 Westminster Dog Show. It was an ideal match. Since nearly 70 percent of Subaru drivers are pet owners, the commercials, including two of the most popular, “Snowballs” and “Donuts,” were nearly a continuation of the famous show. The two commercials, like other dog-related Subaru commercials, featured the text “Dog Tested. Dog Approved. Dog Love.” Subaru maintains an ongoing partnership with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Subaru also supports ASPCA events, and ASPCA Guardian Members receive a discount at participating Subaru dealers throughout the year to thank them for

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