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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

New generation 2015 Subaru WRX STI will have to wait another year

By Denis Flierl on August 10, 2013 - 4:27PM

The new-generation 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI won’t be coming next year and we’ll have to wait until 2015 for the new model.

2014 Subaru WRX and WRX STI remain a terrific value

By Denis Flierl on August 7, 2013 - 2:58PM

The 2014 Subaru WRX and WRX STI get a small price increase as Subaru announces pricing and options for 2014.

2014 Subaru BRZ STI confirmed as coming soon by STI

By Denis Flierl on August 5, 2013 - 8:14AM

Subaru has leaked a teaser image of the new 2014 BRZ STI performance model and tells us that it’s “coming soon.”

X Games LA to Boast Biggest Global RallyCross Field of 2013

By Patrick Rall on August 1, 2013 - 6:22PM

The racers of Global RallyCross take to the track of the X Games Los Angeles this weekend and winning the final X Games GRC gold of 2013 won’t be easy as the shootout in the City of Angels will feature the biggest field of the 2013 season.

Subaru launches ultra exclusive 2013 WRX RS40 in Australia

By Denis Flierl on August 1, 2013 - 8:49AM

The last current-generation special edition 2013 Subaru WRX is being launched in Australia called the RS40.

Millen, Verdier and Hyundai to Make Global RallyCross Return at X Games LA

By Patrick Rall on July 31, 2013 - 9:51AM

Rhys Millen and Stephan Verdier had the rug ripped out from under their Global RallyCross careers last season when Hyundai announced that they were pulling out of all North American motorsports but both drivers will make their GRC return this weekend at the LA X Games – with Verdier driving a privately owned and sponsored Subaru WRX while Millen will bring out the same Hyundai Veloster race cars that he used in 2012.

2014 Subaru WRX officially under evaluation for UK market

By Denis Flierl on July 28, 2013 - 6:44PM

As the Subaru WRX Concept car makes its European debut, Subaru has officially announced they are evaluating the 2014 WRX for the UK market.

Heikkinen Holds Off Ken Block - Wins 3rd Straight Global RallyCross Race

By Patrick Rall on July 22, 2013 - 12:45PM

The Global RallyCross racers took to Bristol Motor Speedway this past weekend and Toomas “Topi” Heikkinen did what no GRC driver has ever done – winning his 3rd consecutive race in dominating fashion while also taking a massive lead in the run for the 2013 Global RallyCross Championship.

2014 Subaru WRX STI back on table for UK

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2013 - 6:14PM

The next-generation 2014 Subaru WRX STI that was axed for the UK market is back on the table and Subaru is reevaluating their decision. Or is this a shrewd marketing move by Subaru?

Subaru sheds 'boy racer' image with safest drivers in the UK

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2013 - 7:26AM

Subaru Impreza owners and the Subaru brand in general have the safest drivers according to an independent research group in the UK.

Liam Doran Returns as Global RallyCross Heads to Bristol

By Patrick Rall on July 18, 2013 - 2:59PM

The fifth race of the 2013 Global RallyCross season will take place this Saturday in Bristol Tennessee and after missing the New Hampshire race last week, series front runner Liam Doran will make his America rally debut in the Mini race car that did so well in Munich.

Fousts Last Lap Spin Gives Heikkinen New Hampshire Global RallyCross Win

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 2:27PM

Tanner Foust was a dominant force at this past weekend’s Global RallyCross event in New Hampshire in both his heat race and the final run for the win but a rare accident on the last lap in the last turn gave Toomas “Topi” Heikkinen his second straight GRC win – and a powerful lead in the 2013 championship standings.

Toyota RAV4 fails important crash test

By John Goreham on July 11, 2013 - 1:12PM

In May we warned readers that there were reasons to wait before buying the 2013 Toyota RAV4. This week the RAV4 failed the small frontal overlap crash test its direct competitors have done well on, casting doubt on its safety.

Ken Block and Travis Pastrana battle for position

Global RallyCross back in action tonight on ESPN3

By Patrick Rall on July 11, 2013 - 12:10PM

The 2013 Global RallyCross Championship season continues tonight as the drivers finally hit US soil at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the 4th race of the season – after beginning the 2013 GRC campaign included three events at XGames events in other locations around the world.

BMW's Concept Active Tourer Outdoor takes on 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid

By John Goreham on July 11, 2013 - 11:01AM

Near-affluent green car buyers who need a crossover to haul their outdoors gear will soon have a new choice. But are BMW's imaginings for this vehicle a fairy tale?

Why hot new Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid will be a winner

By Denis Flierl on July 10, 2013 - 7:45AM

Subaru is already having to increase production of the 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid because of incredible customer response. Can you have both all-wheel-drive and fuel-efficiency?

Subaru launches distinctive 2014 BRZ S STI performance package

By Denis Flierl on July 8, 2013 - 8:01AM

The new 2014 BRZ S with an STI performance package has just been launched with pricing and is available for purchase now in Australia.

2014 Subaru Forester redesign pays off big for the brand

By Denis Flierl on July 6, 2013 - 10:57AM

The new 2014 Subaru Forester continues to set sales records and the 2013 Outback is close behind. The redesign of the Forester pays big dividends for Subaru.

2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally Cross X Games Munich

Watch Subaru WRX STI on two wheels at X Games Munich [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 4, 2013 - 2:42PM

Watch exciting Rally Cross action as #11 2013 Subaru WRX STI gets on two wheels at the Ford RallyCross final race at X Games in Munich.

A review of the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek: Even with Compacts - Bigger can be Better

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 8:01PM

In the world of compact sedans and 5-door models, “getting bigger” is usually a bad thing but in the case of the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek – the added height that comes via the XV’s unique high riding suspension system makes for a vehicle that offers the positioning and ride of a small crossover without compromising the fun to drive, go anywhere feel that you would expect from a modern Subaru.

The rear cargo area of the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 7:56PM

The rear seats of the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 7:55PM

The front seats of the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 7:54PM

The dashboard of the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 7:54PM

The back end of the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 7:53PM

The side profile of the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 7:52PM

The front end of the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 7:51PM

Subaru launches ultra-exclusive 2013 WRX STI tS TYPE RA

By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2013 - 7:51AM

STI, the high-performance division of Subaru, is launching a very exclusive 2013 WRX STI tS TYPE RA. It gives us more glimpses of the next-gen WRX STI.

Three benefits to look for on the 2014 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl on July 1, 2013 - 8:04AM

Subaru gives an exclusive sneak peek at the 2014 Outback in a new interactive brochure. See what benefits the new Outback has to offer outdoor enthusiasts.

Subaru gives exclusive sneak peek at the new 2014 Legacy

By Denis Flierl on June 26, 2013 - 7:50AM

Subaru gives exclusive sneak peek at the 2014 Legacy sedan in a new interactive brochure. See what the new Legacy sedan is all about.

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