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It’s hard to believe, but the Subaru brand celebrated 50 years in the U.S. market in 2018. What started out as a funky little automaker with a weird-looking AWD wagon, has evolved into a success story like no other. Subaru first became popular in the Northeast, Rocky Mountain states, and Pacific Northwest. Now the brand is selling well all over the country because the word is out about Subaru’s safety, reliability, and all-season, an all-wheel-drive capability that sets the brand apart.

The Subaru Lineup includes their top-three sellers, the Forester SUV, Outback wagon, and Crosstrek crossover all-wheel-drive vehicles. The new Ascent family hauler is the largest vehicle the brand has ever built. The Impreza is an affordable compact, the Legacy sedan is still the only sedan in America with standard AWD, and the performance-oriented Subaru BRZ sports coupe, and the rally-bred WRX and WRX STI performance sedans are a must-see for driving enthusiasts.

Here, at Torque News, we cover the Subaru brand extensively and have the latest specs and reviews on each model. Here’s a list of the complete Subaru lineup. Check our current reviews of each model for specific trim levels and check back daily for the latest Subaru news.

Subaru of America's lineup: (All come standard with all-wheel-drive except for the BRZ).

Subaru SUVs

Crosstrek: Subcompact SUV
Forester: Compact SUV
Outback: Midsize SUV
Ascent: 3-row midsize SUV
Solterra: All-electric compact SUV

Subaru Cars

Impreza: Compact sedan and hatchback
Legacy: Midsize sedan

Subaru Performance cars

WRX: Compact performance sports sedan
BRZ: Rear-drive 2-door sports coupe

2013 Subaru Outback 2.0D CVT plays in a new space

By Denis Flierl on March 25, 2013 - 8:03AM

Subaru is adding a flagship 2013 Outback 2.0D diesel variant to the Australian lineup that will be mated to a new CVT automatic for the first time.

Why did Subaru choose XV Crosstrek over Forester for new hybrid?

By Denis Flierl on March 22, 2013 - 10:35AM

Subaru announced the new XV Crosstrek will be their first-ever production hybrid model. Why did Subaru choose the XV Crosstrek and not the 2014 Forester to be their first hybrid?

2013 Subaru BRZ GT300 team identifies weak points

By Denis Flierl on March 22, 2013 - 8:10AM

The 2013 Subaru BRZ GT300 race car has completed a shakedown in preparation for the SUPER GT series and has identified the weak points from last year.

Subaru bringing a new performance concept, Crosstrek Hybrid to New York (Video)

By Patrick Rall on March 20, 2013 - 7:46PM

Subaru of America has announced that when the 2013 New York Auto Show opens later this month, the new Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid will mark the brand’s entry into the hybrid segment – along with being joined by a mystery performance concept car that this writer hopes is either the new WRX or the turbocharged version of the BRZ.

2014 Subaru Forester Consumer Reports first drive

2014 Subaru Forester gets put through the paces [video]

By Denis Flierl on March 17, 2013 - 8:00AM

Consumer Reports has just received their first 2014 Subaru Forester and the consumer website gives their initial report after their first drive of the new crossover.

Subaru VIZIV Concept vehicle at Geneva Auto Show

Subaru celebrates 55 year anniversary with VIZIV Concept [video]

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2013 - 4:50PM

The futuristic Subaru VIZIV Concept vehicle has made its debut at the 2013 Geneva Auto Show and is a fitting way for Subaru to celebrate their 55th birthday.

2013 Toyota GT 86, Scion FR-S, Subaru BRZ

Toyota GT86 / Scion FR-S / BRZ could get hybrid power

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2013 - 2:04PM

A conversation with a chief project engineer from Toyota reveals that a future high-performance Toyota GT86, Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ may get a power boost from hybrid power.

2014 Subaru Forester is an evolution not a revolution

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2013 - 7:54AM

The all-new completely redesigned 2014 Subaru Forester has been released in Canada with pricing and offers even more value than the previous generation model.

The Subaru VIZIV showcases what Subaru cars will have tomorrow

What The Subaru Shows Plug In Hybrid VIZIV Means For Us

By Nicolas Zart on March 10, 2013 - 2:23PM

Subaru, long absent from the hybrid scene showcases the diesel plug-in hybrid VIZIV. Find out what this diesel electric Suby means for you.

2014 Subaru Forester IIHS Top Safety Pick

2014 Forester helps Subaru stay number one

By Denis Flierl on March 10, 2013 - 6:53AM

The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester has earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick and Subaru remains the only manufacturer with IIHS Top Safety Picks for all models.

Subaru wants to keep your dog as safe as human passengers

By Denis Flierl on March 8, 2013 - 6:29PM

Subaru will begin funding a quest for the top performing safety restraints so consumers can keep their dogs as safe as possible while riding in their cars.

2014 Subaru Forester vs 2013 Toyota RAV4, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander

2014 Subaru Forester vs RAV4 and Outlander: See who wins

By Denis Flierl on March 8, 2013 - 9:52AM

Carsgiude takes the all-new 2014 Subaru Forester and compares it to the new 2013 Toyota RAV4 and Mitsubishi Outlander. See which one comes out on top in a head-to-head test.

Subaru recalls over 50k vehicles that can start on their own

By Anthony Faccenda on March 7, 2013 - 3:22PM

The recall, which affects Subaru Legacy, Impreza, Outback and XV Crosstrek models, is the result of a remote starter malfunction.

2013 Subaru BRZ, Toyota GT 86, Scion FR-S

2013 Subaru BRZ vs Toyota GT 86 comparison [video]

By Denis Flierl on March 6, 2013 - 7:55AM

We know that the 2013 Subaru BRZ and Toyota GT 86 are awesome new rear-drive two-door coupes, but which car does CarBuyer UK pick in a head-to-head comparison?

Subaru VIZIV Concept with new diesel hybrid AWD system

VIZIV Concept reveals Subaru’s radical Diesel AWD hybrid system

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2013 - 8:05AM

When Subaru unveils the new VIZIV Concept in Geneva, it will reveal their new Diesel hybrid system and radical new AWD system that reveals the future direction of the brand.

2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2013 Outback

2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek delivers well beyond expectations

By Denis Flierl on March 3, 2013 - 8:01AM

Customer response to the new 2013 XV Crosstrek in Canada has been extremely enthusiastic and beyond expectations, and 2013 Outback sales remain strong.

2014 Subaru Forester launch will ignite new sales

By Denis Flierl on March 3, 2013 - 7:50AM

Subaru has announced record sales for the month of February in the U.S. with the WRX leading the way, and expects the 2014 Forester to keeps sales hot when it launches this month.

2014 Subaru Forester XT sets major record in Australia

By Denis Flierl on March 1, 2013 - 12:28PM

Subaru hit a huge milestone in Australia by selling a new 2014 Subaru Forester XT Premium which makes it the 700,000 Subaru sold in the country down under.

2014 Subaru Forester performs extreme sports in Norway

By Denis Flierl on February 26, 2013 - 8:07AM

Subaru took the the all-new 2014 Forester to the freezing land of Norway in Northern Europe for some extreme testing on a ski slope. See how the new Forester performed.

Subaru launches new 2013 Legacy interactive online brochure

By Denis Flierl on February 25, 2013 - 9:12AM

The newly refreshed 2013 Subaru Legacy now has its own dynamic online digital brochure for buyers to check out all the changes.

2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally car at 100 Acre Wood Rally in Missouri

2013 Subaru WRX STI wins big at 100 Acre Wood Rally

By Denis Flierl on February 24, 2013 - 7:20AM

SRT USA's David Higgins, Craig Drew and the 2013 Subaru WRX STI team win by a huge margin at the 2013 100 Acre Wood Rally.

2013 Subaru WRX STI leads 100 Acre Wood Rally

By Denis Flierl on February 23, 2013 - 12:16PM

After the first day of racing in extreme snow and ice conditions, David Higgins and the 2013 WRX STI Rally car and team are off to a fantastic start.

2013 Subaru Forester vs 2013 RAV4, Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5

2014 Subaru Forester vs RAV4, CR-V and CX-5: Who wins?

By Denis Flierl on February 23, 2013 - 9:06AM

Carsguide takes the new 2014 Forester and rates it against the 2013 Toyota RAV4, 2013 Honda CR-V and 2013 Mazda CX-5. See who the Australian road tester picked as the top mid-size crossover.

2014 Subaru Forester safety begins before design phase

By Denis Flierl on February 22, 2013 - 9:00AM

The new 2014 Subaru Forester is one of the safest SUVs on the planet and it starts with Subaru’s extremely high safety targets set before the design starts.

2014 Subaru Forester’s X Mode delivers for active lifestyles

By Denis Flierl on February 21, 2013 - 7:56AM

The new 2014 Subaru Forester is designed for the active lifestyle of its owners, and with X Mode, it has the durability needed to make those extreme sports happen.

2014 Subaru Forester designers piled on the refinements

By Denis Flierl on February 20, 2013 - 8:02AM

The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester has been redesigned from the ground up with a new design and a multitude of new refinements for ride comfort.

2014 Subaru Forester is loaded with intrinsic value

By Denis Flierl on February 19, 2013 - 7:55AM

Subaru developed the all-new global 2014 Forester by paying attention to details that most buyers overlook but have an extremely high value.

2013 Subaru Outback Canada retained value award

2013 Subaru Outback gains traction in Canada

By Denis Flierl on February 16, 2013 - 10:26AM

The Subaru brand is getting awards all over the globe and the all-wheel-drive 2013 Outback is getting its fourth future value award in Canada.

2013 Subaru Impreza, Outback and BRZ awards

2013 Subaru Impreza, Outback and BRZ awarded Best-in-class honors

By Denis Flierl on February 15, 2013 - 12:33PM

The Subaru brand has the best resale value of any cars on the planet and the Canadians adore their 2013 Subaru Impreza, Outback and BRZ.

2013 Subaru WRX STI 4-door Nurburgring race car

STI completes 2013 Subaru WRX STI shakedown [video]

By Denis Flierl on February 15, 2013 - 9:40AM

The Subaru STI team has completed the shakedown of the 2013 WRX STI in preparation for the 2013 Nurburgring 24-hour race and their third straight victory.

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