Updated Subaru XV (2021) Specs & Price

The updated Subaru XV crossover is now available in South Africa! See what’s changed and how much you can expect to pay for the XV below…

What’s new? 

The Subaru XV now sports a freshly designed face featuring a revised lower grille and bumper as well as added contours to the fog light surrounds.

The XV can also be had with new 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels and buyers can also opt for the new Plasma Yellow or Horizon Blue Pearl body colours. 

The XV offers a useful ground clearance of 220mm and Subaru has revised the XV’s suspension in an effort to enhance driving comfort and steering response.

Subaru XV interior
The XV now offers better safety spec including Subaru's EyeSight Driver Assist technology. 

Subaru’s Intelligent Drive or SI-Drive is now offered in the XV and allows the driver to choose modes to prioritise either comfort and efficiency or sportiness.

Safety has also been improved with the addition of a Front View Monitor which together with an integrated camera enhances safety when maneuvering in confined spaces or avoid obstacles in an offroad situation. This feature is part of Subaru’s Vision Assist safety suite which also includes a BLind Spot Monitor (BSM), Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB), Lane Change Assist (LCA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA). 

In terms of infotainment, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system is fitted and is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. A total of 4 USB ports are also included and a new memory seat function is now a new feature. A sunroof and Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist technology is also offered!

What engine does the Subaru XV have? 

The XV is powered by a 2.0-litre Boxer engine with 115 kW and 196 Nm on offer and is mated with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with a 7-speed manual mode and shift paddles behind the steering wheel. 

Nteo Nkoli, Marketing Lead of Subaru Southern Africa says, “These updates to the XV compact SUV enhance what was already a highly competent vehicle. Now safer, more comfortable and with added tech and colours, the XV truly embodies the themes of fun and adventure.”

What is the price of the Subaru XV in South Africa? 

Subaru XV 2.0i CVT R445 000

Subaru XV 2.0i-S ES R509 000

Subaru XV models are sold with a 3-year/75 000km maintenance plan as well as the 5-year/150 000km warranty. Extensions are optionally available. 

Buy a Subaru XV on Cars.co.za 

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