Subaru of America, Inc. What’s New for 2016
BRZ
CROSSTREK/CROSSTREK HYBRID
FORESTER
IMPREZA
LEGACY
OUTBACK
WRX
WRX STI
- 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).