Subaru XV
The Subaru XV is a five-seat estate car that entered production in 2012. It is powered by a 1.9-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 104 kW, with a top speed of 188 km/h and CO₂ emissions of 180 g/km. The vehicle measures 4,468 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,525 kg. Norwegian registrations peaked at 258 units in 2020, before declining sharply to 20 units in 2021.
| Manufacturer | Subaru Corporation |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2012 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 85 kW (114 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 180 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,503 kg |
| Displacement | 1,838 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Top speed | 188 km/h |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,472 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,613 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 5 European countries that registered the Subaru XV in 2025 (32 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Subaru XV registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Subaru XV cars registered for the first time across 5 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Germany | 20 |
| Austria | 9 |
| United Kingdom | 1 |
| Hungary | 1 |
| Romania | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Subaru XV (from registration data). 4 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 176 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 175 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 187 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 193 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Subaru models
Similar Estate models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 86% of Subaru XVs pass their MOT test first time, based on 5,723 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
1 in the US-market NHTSA database, which may not apply to European versions for the Subaru XV. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKINGUS · NHTSAModel year 2015
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16, 2014, to April 15, 2015, and 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured March 23, 2015, and equipped with the Eyesight Driver Assist System. If the switch that activates the brake lights fails, the automatic pre-collision braking component of the driver assist system will not function.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.
NHTSA campaign 15V366000 · reported 12/06/2015
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Subaru recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Subaru XV?
- The Subaru XV has a rated top speed of 188 km/h.
- How much power does the Subaru XV have?
- The Subaru XV produces 85 kW (114 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Subaru XV?
- The Subaru XV is 4,472 mm long, 1,800 mm wide and 1,613 mm tall.
- How much does the Subaru XV weigh?
- The Subaru XV has a kerb weight of about 1,503 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Subaru XV?
- The Subaru XV emits 180 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Subaru XV have?
- The Subaru XV has 5 seats.