Subaru has confirmed it is adding a new X variant to its All-Wheel Drive Model Year 2013 Liberty range, with increased ground clearance and a featured-packed specification list.
Liberty 2.5X and 3.6X are available exclusively as automatic sedans, both featuring Subaru‘s innovative EyeSight+óGÇP-ó driver assist system.
Among the new features are:
- New design grille and front bumper
- Sporty sills with chrome-type highlights
- New 18-inch alloy wheel pattern
- Extra 50 mm ground clearance for easy entry and exit
Liberty 2.5X sedan with Lineartronic+óGÇP-ó Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is priced from $44,490 Manufacturer‘s List Price (MLP).\*
Liberty 3.6X with five-speed automatic transmission is priced from $55,990 MLP.
The Liberty 3.6X is further distinguished by:
- SI-Drive - three different modes to suit driver preferences
- Chrome door handles
- Chrome boot garnish
- High lustre gunmetal alloy wheel finish
- Unique door and dashboard trim finish
Standard features on both variants are:
- Unique 18-inch alloy wheels (silver coloured on 2.5X)
- HID headlights
- Sports side sills
- EyeSight+óGÇP-ó technology
- Reverse camera
- Leather trim
- Satellite navigation
- Sunroof
- Smart key/Push button start
- Powered drivers seat with memory
- Powered front passenger seat
- McIntosh audio system
- One touch lane change indicator
- Electroluminescent gauges with colour Multi-Function Display
- Auto lights and wipers
- Heated front seats
- Wiper de-icers
- Bluetooth
- USB connection
Interior detail changes include brushed gun-metal grey centre panel, centre console and steering switch panel, while the electronic park brake and SI-Drive switches are relocated for easier use.
Nick Senior, Subaru Australia Managing Director, said: "The additional 50 mm of ground clearance gives Liberty X sedan a total ground clearance of 200 mm. This makes it ideal for rural and regional areas, but also for those who need extra clearance in negotiating driveways.
"The ease of entry and exit of our SUVs has always been a key selling point and we have now been able to incorporate this into a sedan, for those who prefer that body style."
The rest of the MY13 Liberty line-up will be revealed in the last quarter of 2012.
\*Prices are Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited‘s Manufacturer‘s List Prices only and include GST on the list price but exclude dealer delivery charges and all other government and statutory charges. For the drive away price of Subaru vehicles consumers should be advised to contact their local authorized Subaru dealer.
For further information, contact:
David Rowley
National Corporate Affairs Manager
Subaru Australia
Telephone: (02) 8892 9853
Mobile: 0418 237 252
Fax: (02) 8892 9121
E-mail: david.rowley@subaru.com.au