Subaru Levorg

[MQX87511]

The JDM 2.0 turbo CVT (the vincar import that you responded to in the quoted post) is nearly 300ps and 0-100 in about 5.3 secs. XT is not in the same performance league.

JDM FXT also 285hp 0-100 5.2secs

[Falc]

JDM FXT also 285hp 0-100 5.2secs

 

I understand DIT FXT is only out in Japan next year @ 280PS (Levorg's at 300PS). Add the extra weight and higher CG, performance will surely be a notch lower.

 

Levorg is like a 5 door WRX. Not everyone fancies a SUV as a sports car... 

the new WRX (which technically is the sedan version of Levorg)?

 

The WRX from AD does not have the higher power JDM specs.

[macrosszero]

The JDM 2.0 turbo CVT (the vincar import that you responded to in the quoted post) is nearly 300ps and 0-100 in about 5.3 secs. XT is not in the same performance league.

 

You're right on that score - I was previously responding to the 1.6 GT-S and somehow mixed the two up.

[Strat]

The WRX from AD does not have the higher power JDM specs.

 

hmm....i didn't know that

well if i am correct,  they are sharing the same DIT 2.0 engine and AD wrx power can always increase via tuning..

[Kho686]

Levorg is now at lk showroom

[Razzd]

There are a few options for wagons (approx <$200K) as of 10-16 Dec 2015 (ascending order):

1. Toyota Corolla Fielder $102-113K (PI - Japan launched 2015)
2. Honda Shuttle $113K (PI) - I don't quite classify this as a true stationwagon
3. Chevrolet Cruze Wagon $119K (Alpine Motors)
4. Ford Focus Wagon $127K (Regent Motors)
5. Honda Stepwagon $139-152K (PI) I consider this more of a SUV/Wagon combo, not a true stationwagon
6. Peugeot 308 SW $131K (AutoFrance)
7. Hyundai i40 Wagon est $POA - $141K (Komoco) last price $141K as of Jul 2015
8. Subaru Levorg 1.6 GT-S $139K (MI)
9. Mazda 6 Wagon $145K (Trans Eurokars)
10. Ford Mondeo Wagon (price not tentative, but expect to be >$160K - Regent Motors was supposed to bring this in - I don't have the update)
11. Peugeot 508 SW $163K (AutoFrance)
12. Mercedes Benz CLA Shooting Brake CLA180 $167K (PI)
13. Subaru Levorg 2.0 GT-S $170K (PI) price subject to change depending on PI & OMV/PARF
14. Volvo V6 T5 $190K (Wearnes)
15. Mercedes Benz CLA Shooting Brake CLA200 $186K (Cycle & Carriage)
16. Mercedes Benz CLA Shooting Brake CLA250 4MATIC $202K (C&C)

There is literally nothing in that price range $170K for a wagon with that prodigious amount of power and spaciousness. My BP9 Legacy wagon is even more "spacious" than the Mazda 6 wagon - reason being the Mazda 6's huge wheel arches protrude into the cabin, minimizing much useable space.

 

The Levorg brings back the sleek lines and usefulness that the BP9 Legacy (4th generation) was endowed with and that help the BP9 win the prestigious Japan Car Of The Year 2x in a row back in 2007 when it was introduced.

 

The BP9 has outlived its time and it has certainly proved its worth. Subaru fans did not like the successor to the BP9 (called B4), which was unveiled in 2009. Gone were the sleek lines of the BP9, and the new successor was "uglier" and less of what Subaru fans had expected. It was larger, bulkier than its predecessor. The famed 50:50 AWD was also tweaked - it was more front bias. That did not go well with die hard Subaru fans.

 

Finally, Subaru gave back the fans what they always wanted - a true Legacy (BP9) successor. They unveiled the Levorg in 2014. According to Subaru, the name Levorg is a combination of three words, LEgacy, reVOlution, touRinG. The Levorg shares its platform with the Impreza, and the Legacy. The Levorg is almost identical to size as the Legacy BP9. It evolved into a sleek powerhouse that derived it's technology from the all new WRX. In fact, Subaru gave the fans something that even die-hard WRX aficionados would shiver - they increased the hp of the 2.0 to a staggering 300PS, 5.2 sec 0-100km/h and made the 2.0 a pocket wagon on steroids.

 

Subaru fans rejoiced. MI was supposed to bring it in to Singapore in Mar 2015. However, local demand in Japan outstripped supply. Subaru could not cope with the local demand. Finally, after almost 2 years since it's inaugural launch, Subaru could export the much anticipated Levorg.

 

They released 2 variants - the 2.0 and the 1.6. Both feature new generation DIT Boxers. As a result, fuel consumption improved drastically, without compromising performance. However, Japanese manufacturers kept the "higher spec" model for the domestic market. But the 2.0GT-S was available outside of Japan, namely to Australia, and our local PI boys managed to secure some units. Rest of the world got the 1.6 spec variant.

 

The Legacy lives on. And rightly so. Well done, Subaru.

 

Edited December 20, 2015 by Razzd

[evo171]

The Levorg is on the pricelist now. Saw it printed as SGD137,800. Also saw someone driving the test drive car near Lengkee this afternoon.

[Kho686]

Test drive levorg, nice drive, interior cannot compare to conti, but handling is better than those ford, Peugeot or Opel .

[Razzd]

Test drive levorg, nice drive, interior cannot compare to conti, but handling is better than those ford, Peugeot or Opel .

 

Good to hear that the Levorg has a good drive. Will look forward to test driving it one day.

 

Subaru's AWD makes all the difference; of coz on dry surfaces and straight roads, you'll hardly notice the difference. But it makes all the difference in wet conditions and less grippy surfaces.

[W4nt3d]

At $137,800 ,

I think it's a bit steep especially comparing to FXT with larger body size and bigger engine.

[Tohto]

At $137,800 ,

I think it's a bit steep especially comparing to FXT with larger body size and bigger engine.

What is the OMV?

[Chucky2007]

I guess omv is around 18-19k for levorg..

[Razzd]

The Forester XT's OMV = approx $18K.

 

The Levorg 1.6's OMV should be around there. I reckon the Levorg 2.0 GT-S's OMV would be around $24K thereabouts.

 

Anyway, price is not "listed" on SGCarmart's site just yet. The Levorg is expected to go on "official" sale at the SG Motor Show next month.

 

We already know the tentative pricing - MI soft-launched it at $139K (with some discounts "given" for the early bird). That would be around $135-138K after discount(s).

 

It's not quite fair to compare the Levorg to the Forester XT. These are different classes of vehicles. The Forester is an SUV. The Levorg is a performance wagon (2.0).

 

It really depends on your requirements and usage.

 

SUVs have advantages, and so do wagons. I love the low loading platform on my Legacy GT Wagon. And honestly, my Legacy's boot is "larger" than the Forester's. Reason being so is the depth and the Legacy/Levorg is somewhat longer in dimensions compared to the Forester. The downside is the rear passenger's legroom is less spacious. It really depends on your usage criteria.

 

Handling wise, the Forester XT cannot compare to a low slung wagon, despite the Boxer's low CG on the Forester. However, the Forester's handling and cornering ability will surpass many other SUVs.

 

As for top speed, obviously the sleeker Levorg boasts a Coefficient Drag (CD) of 0.26, which is far superior to the taller Forester. This translates to a quieter ride and higher top end.

 

Excerpt from ST:

Astoundingly, Subaru claims a drag coefficient of 0.26 for the car, putting it in the same class as the BMW i8, Nissan GTR and new Jaguar XE. This means that the car not only looks sleek, the low drag will also translate to better fuel economy.

 

Ultimately, it's your decision & your preference. Either way, the Forester and the 1.6 GT-S Levorg will be a good choice. Note the local variants of the Levorg does not come with Eye-sight. I'm not sure if the PI version of the 2.0 GT-S will come with Subaru's Eye-sight.

 

Subaru has given its fans what they have been waiting for, the true successor to the famed Legacy. The Levorg is everything the Legacy was meant to be - only better. It retained the dimensions that was just "right", added improvements to NVH, retained the renowned 50:50 AWD, and improved on everything else; a brand new FA20DIT for the 2.0 (from the latest generation WRX). Even the rear seats are reclinable, and same copious boot and low-loading space as the Legacy's.

 

The legacy that was once Subaru's pride continues in the new Levorg. And this is a new chapter for Subaru. 

 

Excerpt from Subaru Australia's site:

A high output of 221kW (300PS)*1 and torque that reaches 400Nm (40.8kgfm)*1 at 2000 rpm, makes for impressive performance suiting a high grade sports tourer. However, Levorg also achieves a superb environmental value of 13.2 km/litre (JC08 mode).

 

Specs - extract from SGCarmart's site:

Forester XT

Measurements

Vehicle type SUV Dimensions (L x W x H) (4595 x 1795 x 1735) mm

Wheelbase 2,640 mm

Min turning radius 5,300 mm

Kerb weight 1,498 kg

Fuel tank capacity 60 L

 

Subaru AUS:

Levorg Specifications

Overall Length × Width × Height (mm)*1: 4690×1780×1485*2

Wheelbase (mm): 2650 
Drive train: Symmetrical AWD 
Suspension: front: strut, rear: double wishbone

1.6-litre Horizontally-opposed DIT

Curb weight (kg)*1: 1540
Maximum output (kw(PS): 125kw 170PS
Maximum torque (Nm(kgm): 250Nm 25.5kgm
Fuel performance [km/l] JC08 mode: 17.4
Transmission: Lineartronic*3
Tyre size*1: 215/50R17

2.0-litre Horizontally-Opposed DIT

Curb weight (kg)*1: 1570
Maximum output (kw(PS): 221kw 300PS
Maximum torque (Nm(kgm): 400Nm 40.8kgm
Fuel performance [km/l] ?JC08 mode?: 13.2
Transmission: Sport Lineartronic*3
Tyre size*1: 225/45R18

Edited December 22, 2015 by Razzd

[Falc]

The Forester XT's OMV = approx $18K.

 

The Levorg 1.6's OMV should be around there. I reckon the Levorg 2.0 GT-S's OMV would be around $24K thereabouts.

 

Anyway, price is not "listed" on SGCarmart's site just yet. The Levorg is expected to go on "official" sale at the SG Motor Show next month.

 

We already know the tentative pricing - MI soft-launched it at $139K (with some discounts "given" for the early bird). That would be around $135-138K after discount(s).

 

It's not quite fair to compare the Levorg to the Forester XT. These are different classes of vehicles. The Forester is an SUV. The Levorg is a performance wagon (2.0).

 

It really depends on your requirements and usage.

 

SUVs have advantages, and so do wagons. I love the low loading platform on my Legacy GT Wagon. And honestly, my Legacy's boot is "larger" than the Forester's. Reason being so is the depth and the Legacy/Levorg is somewhat longer in dimensions compared to the Forester. The downside is the rear passenger's legroom is less spacious. It really depends on your usage criteria.

 

Handling wise, the Forester XT cannot compare to a low slung wagon, despite the Boxer's low CG on the Forester. However, the Forester's handling and cornering ability will surpass many other SUVs.

 

As for top speed, obviously the sleeker Levorg boasts a Coefficient Drag (CD) of 0.26, which is far superior to the taller Forester. This translates to a quieter ride and higher top end.

 

Excerpt from ST:

Astoundingly, Subaru claims a drag coefficient of 0.26 for the car, putting it in the same class as the BMW i8, Nissan GTR and new Jaguar XE. This means that the car not only looks sleek, the low drag will also translate to better fuel economy.

 

Ultimately, it's your decision & your preference. Either way, the Forester and the 1.6 GT-S Levorg will be a good choice. Note the local variants of the Levorg does not come with Eye-sight. I'm not sure if the PI version of the 2.0 GT-S will come with Subaru's Eye-sight.

 

Subaru has given its fans what they have been waiting for, the true successor to the famed Legacy. The Levorg is everything the Legacy was meant to be - only better. It retained the dimensions that was just "right", added improvements to NVH, retained the renowned 50:50 AWD, and improved on everything else; a brand new FA20DIT for the 2.0 (from the latest generation WRX). Even the rear seats are reclinable, and same copious boot and low-loading space as the Legacy's.

 

The legacy that was once Subaru's pride continues in the new Levorg. And this is a new chapter for Subaru.

 

Excerpt from Subaru Australia's site:

A high output of 221kW (300PS)*1 and torque that reaches 400Nm (40.8kgfm)*1 at 2000 rpm, makes for impressive performance suiting a high grade sports tourer. However, Levorg also achieves a superb environmental value of 13.2 km/litre (JC08 mode).

 

Specs - extract from SGCarmart's site:

Forester XT

Measurements

Vehicle type SUV Dimensions (L x W x H) (4595 x 1795 x 1735) mm

Wheelbase 2,640 mm

Min turning radius 5,300 mm

Kerb weight 1,498 kg

Fuel tank capacity 60 L

 

Subaru AUS:

Levorg Specifications

Overall Length à Width à Height (mm)*1: 4690Ã1780Ã1485*2

Wheelbase (mm): 2650

Drive train: Symmetrical AWD

Suspension: front: strut, rear: double wishbone

1.6-litre Horizontally-opposed DIT

Curb weight (kg)*1: 1540

Maximum output (kw(PS): 125kw 170PS

Maximum torque (Nm(kgm): 250Nm 25.5kgm

Fuel performance [km/l] JC08 mode: 17.4

Transmission: Lineartronic*3

Tyre size*1: 215/50R17

2.0-litre Horizontally-Opposed DIT

Curb weight (kg)*1: 1570

Maximum output (kw(PS): 221kw 300PS

Maximum torque (Nm(kgm): 400Nm 40.8kgm

Fuel performance [km/l] ?JC08 mode?: 13.2

Transmission: Sport Lineartronic*3

Tyre size*1: 225/45R18

Was the spec taken from Subaru.com.au?

[Jp66]

now at $127,800

At $137,800 ,

I think it's a bit steep especially comparing to FXT with larger body size and bigger engine.

 

[Razzd]

Was the spec taken from Subaru.com.au?

 

Yes it was.

[Razzd]

Guys, as you have mentioned, latest Levorg 1.6 GT-S price published:

 

http://www.sgcarmart.com/new_cars/newcars_pricing.php?CarCode=11761

 

$127,800

 

Glad it's gone down in lieu of the new reduced COE (CAT B) and IMHO $139K is too much for a 1.6 GT-S.

 

Anyway, I got a quote from Garage R Pte Ltd. It's a full spec Eye-sight variant direct from Japan.

 

The 2.0 GT-S Eye-sight carries a CEVS penalty of $30K. Crazy.

 

Total = $135,800 excluding COE.

 

With COE = $135,800 + $60,000 = $195,800. Pure Madness...

 

New Car

　　　　　                                                          DATE: 22 Dec 2015

Maker

SUBARU

Model

LEVORG

Engine

2000cc Petrol Turbo

Sub Model

2.0GT-S EyeSight AWD

Transmission

Lineatronic

Exterior Color

*Crystal White Pearl (Premium Color Add $1,500)Crystal Black Silica/Dark Grey Metallic/Galaxy Blue Silica/Steel Blue Grey Metallic/Lightning Red/Ice Silver Metallic

Interior Color

Black

Equipment

Tire&Wheel / Mechanism: VTD-AWD 225/45R18 Tire & Alloy Wheel (Black Painted + Polished), Bilstein Damper, Aluminum Forging Front Lower Arm, Front Ventilated Disk Brake (17 inch), Rear Ventilated Disk Brake (17 inch),  SI-Drive (3-mode), Stabilizer (Front & Rear), Transmission with Adaptive Control

View: LED Headlight (Low Beam/Auto Leveling Function/Pop-up cleaner/Black Bezel), Front Fog Lamp, LED Rear Combination Lamp, Auto Lighting System, Electric Retractable Remote Controlled Door Mirror (with Side Turn Lamp & Turn Indicator), Rain Sensing Front Wiper (Time Adjustable Intermittent), Door Mirror Heater, Rear Wiper (intermittent), All Weather Package (Front Wiper Deicer, Super UV Cut Front Door Glass with Water Repellant Function, Rear Fog Lamp)

Operability: Electric Parking Brake (with Hill Hold Function),  Multifunction Display, Paddle Shift, Leather Covered Steering Wheel & Shift Knob, Luminescent Meter Panel with Multi Information Display, Keyless Access & Push Start, Tilt & Telescopic Steering, Electric Power Steering, One-Touch Lane Changer, Full Auto Air-con (L/R Independent Temperature Control), Antitheft Alarm, Engine Immobilizer, Power Window (All Seats One-touch control). Passcode Type Keyless Entry System.

Interior/Seat: Sports Type Front Seat (Alcantara x Leather with Blue Stitch). Electric Power Adjustable Seat (10-way/Driver’s & 8-way Passenger’s), Decorated Instrument Panel (Silver Carbon Tone + Chrome), Stainless Side Sill Plate (Front & Subaru logo), 60/40 Separated Foldable Rear Seat (One-Touch Folding/Reclining Function), Rear Seat Center Armrest, Tonneau Cover, Sub Trunk, Audio-less 6 speaker, USB Power Outlet (Front x2/Rear x 2)

Exterior: UV Cut Glass (Front Door), UV & IR Cut Glass (Front Windscreen), UV Cut Tinted Glass (Rear Door/Rear Quarter/Rear Gate), Roof Spoiler with LED High Mount Brake Lamp, Side Sill Spoiler, Front Grill (Dark Chrome & Black Painted), Shark Fin Antenna, Exhaust Finisher

Safety: SRS Airbag (Driver’s & Passenger’s), SRS Knee Airbag, SRS Side Airbag & Curtain Airbag, ABS with EBD, VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control), Active Torque Vectoring, Emergency Stop Signal, Brake Assist, Brake Override System, Safety Pedal & Footrest, 3 point Seatbelt (All Seats)

Eyesight Ver.3 (Pre-Crush Brake, Pre-Crush Brake-Assist, Pre-Crush Steering Assist, Cruise Control with All Speed Vehicle Following Function, Active Lane Keep, Mistake Start Inhibitory Control, Lane Departure Warning System, Wamble Drive Warning System, Leading Vehicle Start Alarm)

Inclusive of Factory Option: Leather Seat (Black/Driver’s Seat Position Memory/Front Seat Heater)+Satin Tone Chrome Door Mirror & Welcome Light

Spec.

Model Code: DBA-VMG

Engine Code: FA20DIT

Maximum Power: 221kW(300ps)/5,600rpm

Maximum Torque: 400N-m(40.8kg-m)/2,000-4,800rpm

CO2 Emission (VETL) : 240g/km

Edited December 26, 2015 by Razzd

[macrosszero]

$127,800 is guaranteed COE, the OMV is supposed to be $24k but not sure if true. Forgot to ask about CEVS, but the car looks very good in person.