What's more, the new car incorporates active front head restraints for reducing potential whiplash injuries during impact. A similar system, developed and sold by Volvo, has been proven to dramatically reduce neck injury caused by rear impact accidents.
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| Subaru is king of the crossover segment for a reason, and the new Outback just reaffirms that. (Photo: Subaru Canada) |
If you're interested, Subaru has created a new website at www.need-desire.com, for revealing Outback details as they become available. The actual car isn't expected to arrive until this coming spring.
Sporting stylishly upscale sheetmetal, more luxury and greater performance, Subaru doesn't look like it will hand over its crossover crown anytime soon.
Specifications:
- Price Range (estimated MSRP): $32,000 - $44,000
- Body Type: 5-door SUV, unibody
- Layout: front engine, AWD
- Base Engine: 168 hp, 166 lb-ft of torque, 2.5-L, 16-valve, SOHC H-4
- Optional Engine: 250 hp, 219 lb-ft of torque, 3.0-L, 16-valve, SOHC H-6
- Optional Engine: 250 hp, 250 lb-ft of torque, 2.5-L, 16-valve, SOHC turbocharged H-4
- Transmission: 5-spd man (opt 4-spd auto)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight (estimated): 1,474 kg (3,250 lbs)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Ground Clearance: 213 - 221 mm (8.4 - 8.7 in)
- Towing Capacity: 906 kg (2,000 lb)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): N/A
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Chrysler Pacifica, Ford Freestyle, Mitsubishi Outlander, Volvo XC70
- Web Site: www.subaru.ca
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