In the United States, the Crosstrek has worn the XV badge since the first generation debuted in 2012 - but for the third generation, Subaru is renaming it worldwide, replacing the XV name in all markets.
The new Crosstrek will also offer a sneak peek at what's to come from the next-generation Subaru Impreza hatch and sedan, which Japanese reports suggest will be revealed before the end of the year.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek
The subcompact crossover, now wanting to be called an SUV, uses the same Subaru Global Platform (SGP) as its predecessor but with a new body that has smoother surfaces and sharper LED lights.
The new Crosstrek is 4,480 mm (176.4 inches) long, 1,800 mm (70.9 inches) wide, and 1,580 mm (62.2 inches) tall - just 0.6 inches longer than the outgoing model - with a wheelbase of 2,670 mm (105.1 inches).
2023 Subaru Crosstrek
Japanese buyers can select between 17-inch and 18-inch alloy wheels and nine exterior hues, including Offshore Blue Metallic and Oasis Blue.
The XV comes with the same 11.6-inch touchscreen located in the centre of the car that's seen in both the WRX and Outback, oriented vertically with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, satellite navigation, and digital climate controls.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek
The seats are trimmed with fabric or leather, and silver stitching is visible in some versions - other features include an electric parking brake, a wireless phone charger, and a 360-degree camera with a 3D view.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek
The bonnet conceals a 2.0-liter e-Boxer hybrid powertrain, which sends power to all four wheels through a Lineatronic CVT and Subaru's symmetrical AWD system--familiar features for most drivers. The company announced that the engine has been modified to reduce vibration and noise but declined to give specific output figures. However, there is speculation about additional engine options in the future, with reports saying that a smaller displacement engine will replace the old 2.0-liter boxer. There is also talk of a carry-over naturally aspirated 2.5-liter for North America.
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek will be available in Japanese showrooms next year. Other markets availability is yet to be announced.
Source: Subaru
