Subaru of America, Inc. What’s New for 2016

BRZ
  • Rear-Vision Camera standard.
  • Center console knee pads with red stitching now standard on Limited trim.
  • Updated door grip, trim panels and floor mats.
  • 6.2” STARLINK multimedia system with touchscreen standard on BRZ.
    • System includes: SiriusXM®, AM/FM Stereo HD radio with single disc CD player, Bluetooth® streaming audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability, iPod® control with iTunes® tagging, rear-vision camera, smartphone integration (Aha™, Pandora® and STARLINK cloud applications – Calendar, iHeart® Radio,Stitcher™, Music Player, News and Weather).
  • Series.HyperBlue model introduced with limited production of 500 for U.S. market
    • 17-inch black finish alloy wheels.
    • Interior trim with Hyper Blue stitching includes parking brake lever, steering wheel, manual transmission shift lever boot, door trim and panels.
    • Alcantara® and Leather-Trimmed interior with Hyper Blue stitching and BRZ logo embroidered on front seats.
    • Frameless Day/Night Rear View Mirror.
    • Black glossy exterior badges and mirrors


CROSSTREK/CROSSTREK HYBRID
  • New design 17-inch dark gray machine finish alloy wheels with Subaru-logo center caps standard.
    • New black grill with chrome accents for 2.0i standard, Premium and Limited models.
    • New gloss black grill with chrome accents for hybrid models.
    • New front bumper and fog light covers on all models.
    • New black inner bezel headlamps on all models.
    • Vehicle name changed to Crosstrek (delete XV).
    • New design headlights on all models.
  • New orange stitching on door armrests, center console lid, shift lever handle & boot,steering wheel and seats (Premium trim and higher).
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift lever now standard on Premium trim and higher.
    • New illuminated front console storage tray.
  • Center dash trim panel bezel now silver with black gloss finish (2.0i Limited and Hybrid Touring models).
  • Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection System: Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Lane Change Assist (LCA), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Optional on premium and standard on Limited).
  • SUBARU STARLINK™ Safety and Security debuts in two packages:
  • Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, Maintenance Notifications,
  • Monthly Vehicle Health Report.


FORESTER
  • SUBARU STARLINK™ Safety and Security debuts in two packages:
    • STARLINK Safety Plus includes SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, Maintenance Notifications, Monthly Vehicle Health Report and Diagnostic Alerts (standard Premium and Limited trims).
    • STARLINK Safety Plus & Security Plus adds Stolen Vehicle Recovery Service, Vehicle Security Alarm Notification, Remote Lock/Unlock, Remote Horn and Lights and Remote Vehicle Locator (available Premium and Limited trims).
  • 6.2” STARLINK multimedia system with touchscreen (Standard on 2.5i).
    • System includes: AM/FM Stereo HD radio with single disc CD player, Bluetooth® streaming audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability, iPod® control with iTunes tagging, rear-vision camera, smartphone integration (Aha™, Pandora® and STARLINK Cloud applications – Calendar, iHeart® Radio, Stitcher™, Music Player, News and Weather).
  • 7.0” STARLINK multimedia system with multi-gesture touchscreen (Standard on 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring and all 2.0XT models).
    • System includes: AM/FM Stereo HD radio with single disc CD player, SiriusXM® radio (subscription required), voice activated controls, Bluetooth® streaming audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability, iPod® control with iTunes® tagging, rear-vision camera, smartphone integration (Aha, Pandora and STARLINK Cloud applications – Calendar, iHeart® Radio, Stitcher™, Music Player, News and Weather).
  • Steering responsive fog lights added to models equipped with EyeSight®.
  • Steering wheel control switches revised.
  • Dual USB ports (standard Premium, Limited and Touring trims).
  • New silver metallic finish added to center stack.
  • Keyless access remote fob changed to new design.
  • PIN Code Access allows driver to lock key fob in vehicle or access vehicle without fob (Touring trim).
  • One touch lane changer function added to turn signal stalk.
  • Welcome Lighting added to 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring and all 2.0XT models.
  • Crystal White Pearl exterior color option added.


IMPREZA
  • SUBARU STARLINK™ Safety and Security debuts in two packages:
    • Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, Maintenance Notifications, Monthly Vehicle Health Report and Diagnostic Alerts (standard Premium and Limited trims). STARLINK Safety Plus & Security Plus adds Stolen Vehicle Recovery Service, Vehicle Security Alarm Notification, Remote Lock/Unlock, Remote Horn and Lights and Remote Vehicle Locator (available Premium and Limited trims).
    • MySubaru.com standard with STARLINK allows access to remote services and diagnostics via smartphone or computer.
  • Roof Mounted Audio/Satellite & Connected Services Antenna (STARLINK-Equipped models).
  • STARLINK Cloud applications (Calendar, Stitcher™, Music Player, News and Weather).


LEGACY
  • SUBARU STARLINK™ Safety and Security debuts in two packages:
    • STARLINK Safety Plus includes SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, Maintenance Notifications, Monthly Vehicle Health Report and Diagnostic Alerts (standard Premium and Limited trims).
    • STARLINK Safety Plus & Security Plus adds Stolen Vehicle Recovery Service, Vehicle Security Alarm Notification, Remote Lock/Unlock, Remote Horn and Lights and Remote Vehicle Locator (available Premium and Limited trims).
  • STARLINK Cloud applications: Stitcher™, Calendar, Music Player, News and Weather.
  • Lane Keep Assist function added to available EyeSight® system.
  • Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert now available.
  • Headlights now automatically turn on with windshield wiper activation.
  • Retuned electric power-assist steering for more linear and natural feel.
  • “Answer back” chirp added to remote keyless entry for all models.
  • Digital clock and outside temperature displays in climate control module have been enlarged for better visibility.
  • HVAC air filtration system now standard on all models.
  • Refinements made to Stablex suspension dampers (exclusive to Legacy Limited) to significantly reduce vibration over rough roads.
  • Legacy 3.6R Limited lineup simplified to two models:
    • Standard model.
    • Available Moonroof Package + Keyless Access with Push-Button Start + Navigation System + EyeSight®


OUTBACK
  • SUBARU STARLINK™ Safety and Security debuts in two packages:
    • Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, Maintenance Notifications, Monthly Vehicle Health Report and Diagnostic Alerts (standard Premium and Limited trims).
    • STARLINK Safety Plus & Security Plus adds Stolen Vehicle Recovery Service, Vehicle Security Alarm Notification, Remote Lock/Unlock, Remote Horn and Lights and Remote Vehicle Locator (available Premium and Limited trims).
  • STARLINK Cloud applications: Stitcher™, Calendar, Music Player, News and Weather.
  • Lane Keep Assist function added to available EyeSight® system.
  • Headlights now automatically turn on with windshield wiper activation.
  • Retuned electric power-assist steering for more linear and natural feel.
  • “Answer back” chirp added to remote keyless entry for all models.
  • Digital clock and outside temperature displays in climate control module have been enlarged for better visibility.
  • HVAC air filtration system now standard on all models.
  • Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert now available.
  • Outback 3.6R Limited lineup simplified to two models:
    • Standard model.
    • Available Moonroof Package + Keyless Access with Push-Button Start + Navigation System + EyeSight®.


WRX
  • EyeSight® system now available on WRX Limited with Sport Lineartronic™ automatic transmission.
    • EyeSight® integrates Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-Collision Braking, Vehicle Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keep Assist.
    • WRX with EyeSight® also includes electronic parking brake with redesigned center console.
  • Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection System: Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (available on WRX Limited).
  • 6.2” SUBARU STARLINK™ multimedia system with touchscreen (standard).
    • System includes: SiriusXM®, AM/FM Stereo HD radio with single disc CD player, Bluetooth® streaming audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability, iPod® control with iTunes® tagging, rear-vision camera, smartphone integration (Aha™, Pandora® and STARLINK cloud applications – Calendar, iHeart® Radio, Stitcher™, Music Player, News and Weather).
  • 7.0” STARLINK multimedia system with multi-gesture touchscreen and navigation (available on WRX Premium and WRX Limited).
    • System includes: AM/FM Stereo HD radio with single disc CD player, SiriusXM® radio (subscription required), voice activated controls, Bluetooth® streaming audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability, iPod® control with iTunes® tagging, rear-vision camera, smartphone integration (Aha™, Pandora® and STARLINK cloud applications – Calendar, iHeart® Radio, Stitcher™, Music Player, News and Weather).
  • 18-inch dark gray finish alloy wheels with summer performance tires (standard on WRX Premium and WRX Limited).
  • Inverted front struts added to WRX Premium and WRX Limited to provide more stable performance during hard cornering.
  • Chrome accent bar added to window switches.
  • Keyless access remote transmitter redesigned.
  • PIN Code Access allows driver to lock key fob in vehicle or access vehicle without fob (included with Keyless Access & Push Button Start).
  • Steering wheel control switches revised.
  • One-touch lane changer function added to turn signal stalk.
  • Silver accent border added to center and side dash outlet vents.
  • Lapis Blue Pearl and Pure Red exterior color options added.


WRX STI
  • Small trunk spoiler now available on WRX STI Limited (in lieu of large wing spoiler).
  • Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection System: Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (standard on WRX STI Limited).
  • 6.2” STARLINK multimedia system with touchscreen standard on WRX STI.
    • System includes: SiriusXM®, AM/FM Stereo HD radio with single disc CD player, Bluetooth® streaming audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability, iPod® control with iTunes® tagging, rear-vision camera, smartphone integration (Aha™, Pandora® and STARLINK cloud applications – Calendar, iHeart® Radio, Stitcher™, Music Player, News and Weather).
  • 7.0” STARLINK multimedia system with multi-gesture touchscreen and navigation (available on WRX STI and standard on WRX STI Limited).
    • System includes: AM/FM Stereo HD radio with single disc CD player, SiriusXM® radio (subscription required), voice activated controls, Bluetooth® streaming audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability, iPod® control with iTunes® tagging, rear-vision camera, smartphone integration (Aha™, Pandora® and STARLINK cloud applications – Calendar, iHeart® Radio, Stitcher™, Music Player, News and Weather).
  • Chrome accent bar added to window switches.
  • Keyless access remote transmitter redesigned.
  • PIN Code Access allows driver to lock key fob in vehicle or access vehicle without fob (standard with Keyless Access & Push Button Start).
  • Steering wheel control switches revised.
  • One-touch lane changer function added to turn signal stalk.
  • Silver accent border added to center and side dash outlet vents.
  • Red color surrounding HVAC dials dropped.
  • Lapis Blue Pearl and Pure Red exterior color options added.
  • Series.HyperBlue model introduced with limited production of 700 for U.S. market.
    • Welcome Lighting standard.
    • Black finish on exterior badges and mirrors.
    • Alcantara® and leather-trimmed interior with Hyper Blue stitching.
    • Hyper Blue stitching on manual transmission shift lever boot, steering wheel, and center console Rear Storage Box.
    • Carpeted floor mats with Hyper Blue stitching and traditional Cherry Red STI embroidered logo.
    • Health Report and Diagnostic Alerts (standard Premium and Limited trims). STARLINK Safety Plus & Security Plus adds Stolen Vehicle Recovery Service, Vehicle Security Alarm Notification, Remote Lock/Unlock, Remote Horn and Lights and Remote Vehicle Locator (available Premium and Limited trims).
    • MySubaru.com interfaces with STARLINK to allow access to remote services and diagnostics via smartphone or computer.
  • Roof Mounted Audio/Satellite & Connected Services Antenna (For Starlink-equipped models).
  • STARLINK Cloud applications (Calendar, Stitcher™, Music Player, News and Weather).