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#22488 of 22551 Re: 2014 Forester embargo ends! [saedave] by bpizzuti

Jan 26, 2013 (10:52 am)

Replying to: saedave (Jan 26, 2013 8:40 am)
They do sell adhesive heating elements that you can wire up and attach to windshields, and I figure one could be attached to the back of a rear-view mirror as well. I just wonder how much it would cost to do the associated labor.
 
It would be easier if I could just spend an extra $5k and get the Touring, but that's a lot for that stuff, and I'm not sure I want leather or the power liftgate at all. Wouldn't mind the keyless entry or the HIDs, but that's another $2400 over and above the $5k to get to the Touring.
 
Subaru's option packaging has always been annoying...

#22490 of 22551 X-Drive Tech by bpizzuti

Jan 26, 2013 (12:51 pm)

Replying to: bpizzuti (Jan 25, 2013 7:07 pm)
Popular Mechanics got a little deeper into X-drive mode:
 
Tech Tidbit: X-Mode is a clever take on typical off-road programming, and encompasses a lot more variables you'll engage on washboard dirt roads. First, the CVT holds a low gear ratio longer, essentially simulating first gear as long as the going is slow, and throttle tip-in is muted, enabling more nuanced control on our test drive along desert back roads outside Tucson, Ariz. Second, the default on-demand front/rear AWD power distribution is recalibrated to something closer to a simulation of a completely locked 4x4, and the traction control fights wheelspin more aggressively. Third, there's an auto hill-descent program that engages as long as the vehicle is in X-Mode.
 
Read more: 2014 Subaru Forester Test Drive - Popular Mechanics
 
http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/reviews/drives/2014-subaru-forester-test-dr- ive?click=pm_latest

#22491 of 22551 Re: 2014 Forester embargo ends! [bpizzuti] by css1

Jan 26, 2013 (6:49 pm)

Replying to: bpizzuti (Jan 26, 2013 10:52 am)
""Subaru's option packaging has always been annoying...""
 
I share your frustration - With an top MSRP of 36K+ for the XT limited you get no power, lumbar, and height adjustment for the passenger seat!!!
 
It's only 4 way power in the Outback. Heated and power passenger seats should be included across the line.
 
I've leased 2 Tribecas and currently an Outback - leased because the cars are de-contented here in the USA. I think they do this to keep the prices competitive.
 
My 2 cents

#22492 of 22551 Subaru Viziv Concept at Geneva by rsholland

Mar 05, 2013 (9:22 am)

Love it!
 
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/03/05/subaru-viziv-concept-geneva-2013/
 
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=XBXhOgnPedQ&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DXBXhOgnPed- - Q
 
http://www.fhi.co.jp/english/news/press/2013/13_03_05e_2_87288.html
 
Bob

#22493 of 22551 Re: Subaru Viziv Concept at Geneva [rsholland] by ateixeira

Mar 05, 2013 (9:28 am)

Replying to: rsholland (Mar 05, 2013 9:22 am)
I also like it, one of their better design concepts.
 
I could do without the chrome 20" rims but it is a flashy concept, after all.
 
Same wheelbase as the Forester, but it's shorter.

#22494 of 22551 Re: Subaru Viziv Concept at Geneva [rsholland] by xwesx

Mar 05, 2013 (10:56 am)

Replying to: rsholland (Mar 05, 2013 9:22 am)
I learned not to get excited over a Subaru concept after the Impreza. That said, bring on the diesel already! We can worry about hybrid later.

#22495 of 22551 It's official: Hybrid to be a version of the Crosstrek by rsholland

Mar 05, 2013 (11:27 am)

http://www.businessfleet.com/Channel/Vehicle-Research/News/Story/2013/01/Subaru-- Provides-Update-to-Fleet-Ordering-Acceptance-and-Cutoff-Dates.aspx?prestitial=1
 
This had been rumored for a while.
 
Bob

#22496 of 22551 Re: Subaru Viziv Concept at Geneva [ateixeira] by rsholland

Mar 05, 2013 (11:37 am)

Replying to: ateixeira (Mar 05, 2013 9:28 am)
Wheels aren't chrome, but rather a highly polished alloy. If you look closely at the image of the wheel, you'll see this to be true.
 
Bob

#22497 of 22551 Re: Subaru Viziv Concept at Geneva [rsholland] by ateixeira

Mar 05, 2013 (2:00 pm)

Replying to: rsholland (Mar 05, 2013 11:37 am)
Much better, I guess under the glaring light of the auto show they looked chromed.

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